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Weekly Tips | April 25, 2011

ReBounce!


If you have tennis balls that have lost the spring in their bounce, you don’t have to throw them away. Consider donating used tennis balls to schools or senior centers…


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Weekly Tips | June 20, 2011

Repair Revolution


When something breaks, we often think "Replace it!" In mancy cases,  a simple fix may be in order. While many products are not designed to last forever, local experts can help extend the life of the products we buy.

One of the easiest ways to reduce waste is to fix and repair items instead of throwing them away. It is time for a repair revolution!


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Weekly Tips | July 12, 2011

Car Seat Recycling


If you have usable or expired car seats, you don’t have to throw them away! You can donate recent models or recycle old ones.


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Community News | July 07, 2011

Portland: Alberta Street installs first 'functional art' trash cans


Check out this article on the newly installed functional art trash cans we'll be servicing in Portland...

Artist Ivan McLean bolted into the sidewalk on the corner of Northeast 31st Avenue and Alberta Street on Thursday morning a trash can he designed and made from recycled signs.

The idea for the recycling-and-garbage receptacle, one of 19 to be installed along the busy commercial strip, came from a friend who was recycling commercial signs in Cannon Beach, McLean said.

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Weekly Tips | March 12, 2012

Cheer Up and Gear Up!


Sunshine is just around the corner, so get a head start on gear! The Pacific Northwest is the perfect playground for outdoor activities, whether you prefer water sports, hiking, cycling, mountain biking, climbing, organized sports or even skydiving. Click below for more on where to score - and score one for the environment too!


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