Category Archives: Reusable bags

York College to show ‘Bag It!’ on impact of plastic bags

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Sarah Chain

York College’s Sustainability and Environmental Studies minor will screen the documentary “Bag It!” at 7 p.m. Nov, 8, 2012.

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America recycles — do you?

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Sarah Chain

A few weeks ago, I was walking into the Weis in West Manchester Township, behind an older gentleman. He was carrying a bag full of plastic bags, and I thought “How nice that he’s recycling those.” Weis has a white, … Continue reading →

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Is there bacteria in your reusable bags?

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Sarah Chain

Tracey had some great questions in response to Tuesday’s post about the overproduction of reusable bags: 1. How sanitary are they for food? 2. Should they be washed? 3. Do they hold up in the laundry? Honestly, although I’ve been … Continue reading →

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