Newspapers
What Should I Do With It?
Many people still get newspapers or newspaper-like mailings delivered to their homes. Newspaper materials are fully accepted in most curbside recycling programs. Just be sure to remove any plastic bags or rubber bands that came wrapped around them. Advertisement inserts, even those printed on glossy, non-newspaper material, are typically fine for curbside recycling as long as the paper is clean. While staples and tape are perfectly okay, do not recycle any paper containing foil, grease, or food residue.
Before throwing this away, see if it can be fixed up, given to a friend, or donated to a local thrift shop. Keeping items in use is the best way to stop waste before it starts!
The recycling guidelines shown here are for general reference and educational purposes. Every city and town has different rules, sorting equipment, and recycling programs.
Please check your local town website or ask your local garbage collection program to make sure you are following your neighborhood's rules.