Many of us don’t give too much thought to what we put in the trash. Sure, we know we need to sort the recyclable items separately, but aside from that, we often lump everything else together and don’t ...

When it comes to decluttering or disposing of household items, it can be tempting to toss everything straight into the trash. However, certain items pose serious environmental and safety risks if not ...

Can your old electronics go in the trash? The Free Press consulted an electronics recycling specialist to get some answers.

Is it safe to throw batteries in the trash? Learn how to recycle batteries responsibly to protect your home and the environment.

Separating your trash can take some getting used to, but once you get the hang of it, the process quickly becomes second nature. Disposing of certain items in the garbage disposal, compost bin, and ...

Lava flows from a fissure in the aftermath of eruptions from the Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island, May 22, 2018. Andrew Richard Hara/Ena Media Hawaii via Getty Images But not all lavas are the ...