Know the do's and don'ts to proper recycling

By The Beacon | February 24, 2010 9:00pm

By Megan Karner

What does a dirty diaper, a used condom, a fleet's enema bottle, vomit, a used Q-tip and a menstrual cup all have in common?

Well, they're all pretty disgusting but that doesn't quite answer my question. Yes, all these items deal with body fluids and excretions but there's yet another commonality.

These are all items that were found in UP's recycling bins, as reported by UP's Recycling Crew.

Today's trend is to "go green," but if you're not doing it right, then it's all just an act.

Make your efforts worthwhile; put the right items in the right bin!

Not sure what's okay to recycle anymore?

Here's a list of more recyclable and non-recyclable items:


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