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Christmas Trees - Real vs. Artificial

The real versus artificial Christmas tree debate replays itself year after year. But the truth is, each option has its own place on the naughty-and-nice list. Trying to decide which one to get this year?  Read this...

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Plastic Ban Ban Moves Forward in West County

Sept 9, 2011

A plan to pursue a regional approach to drafting a ban on plastic bags and on paper bags not made from recycled material goes before the El Cerrito City Council tonight.

The proposal from city...

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CA State Slaps Fee on Carpet to Increase Recycling

Starting July 1, Californians will be charged an extra nickel for every square yard of carpet they buy, as part of a new state law that aims to keep carpet out of the landfill.

Passed last September, California Assembly Bill 2398 is...

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Freecycling Comes to Facebook

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Got a couch, TV or set of dishes...

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How to Recycle Milk and Juice Cartons

Cartons keep your chicken broth, soy milk and orange juice fresh, but their melding of multiple materials – paper coated with plastic and aluminum – has made this product...

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