Using plastic food containers may be a cost-effective option for storing leftovers, but it also has some dangerous drawbacks.

But determined squirrels and other, bigger varmints in search of nourishment are chewing holes the size of baseballs in the containers-and creating a mess for homeowners and garbage haulers.

Let me start by stating the basic rule that I’d hope to see all Rhode Islanders follow: Gently fasten plastic tops back onto plastic containers prior to recycling, but take metal tops off of ...

According to the city, the bins should be no larger than 55 gallons, with tightly fitted lids or in securely tied heavy duty opaque black and or brown plastic bags. Bins will be allowed to stay on ...

Durable bins with closing, locking lids should, in theory, do a better job of keeping them out. The bin requirement, which took effect Nov. 12, comes with its own challenges.