Recycling the wrong things makes the whole system run slower. Here are seven takeout containers that don't belong in your recycling bin.

3. Use nested bins Nested bins are a great way to get the most out of your kitchen storage ideas, or wherever you keep your recycling.

It's important to understand that these bins are not for recycling as a whole, nor are they an extension of a landfill. We've got those places.

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As the city of Mishawaka prepares for a new trash services company on Jan. 1, new bins will be handed out by Waste Management (WM) beginning Dec. 2.

For those who may not be able to use OSS’s drop-off bins, there are still plenty of ways to keep pumpkins out of the landfill.

From separating your plastics to knowing which bins to use, learning how to recycle correctly is an important step toward eco-friendly living.

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Many food containers seem recyclable, but they really aren't. Here's what to put in the recycling bin and what you should avoid.