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Trash Terminators 2.0 Take Carrboro to Composting School

Posted by Staff | Feb 8, 2014 | News Around Town

CARRBORO- Once again, a group of Chapel Hill middle schoolers looks like a sure bet to bring home the gold in a national science challenge. No matter that, we’re all winners, thanks to the work they do.

Orange Commissioners Seek Input on Recycling

Posted by Staff | Jan 25, 2014 | Local Government

The Orange County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to conduct two more public hearings on a contentious recycling issue in Orange County.

BoCC Eyes Rural Recycling District Tax Plan

Posted by Staff | Jan 2, 2014 | Local Government

Orange County needs a new way to fund rural curbside recycling pick-up, but commissioners aren’t sure what’s the most equitable way to pay for the program.

CHTC Candidates Talk Safety, Solid Waste And Working With OC

Posted by Staff | Oct 15, 2013 | Election

Candidates for the Chapel Hill Town Council tackled two of the town’s most persistent problems: How to help the homeless and what to do with solid waste.

OC: Flood Assistance Moved; Recycling Rules

Posted by Ran Northam | Jul 29, 2013 | News Around Town

If you need flood assistance from the Small Business Administration, you can no longer find it in Orange County.

BOA Sifts Through Solid Waste

Posted by Staff | Jun 5, 2013 | Local Government

CARRBORO – The Carrboro Board of Aldermen unanimously passed a motion Tuesday night suggesting the Board of County Commissioners create a Tax District to fund solid waste and recycling in Orange County. Here’s Carrboro...

County Commissioners Look to Towns For Future of Recycling Program

Posted by Staff | Apr 24, 2013 | Local Government

CHAPEL HILL- Orange County Commissioners are seeking a commitment from town leaders before they decide how to continue the popular countywide curbside recycling program. “Reaching out to out other governmental partners is...

Recent Ruling Leaves OC Recycling Program In Limbo

Posted by Staff | Mar 22, 2013 | News

CHAPEL HILL- A recent court case is prompting Orange County to rethink how it recycles, meaning the longtime town and county partnership may be coming to an end. “What a shame,” said Commissioner Penny Rich, speaking at...

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