Seeing Shaggy Saratoga Lawns? It’s To Save The Bees
Lush, overgrown, or just jungly: however you describe some Saratoga Springs lawns this month it’s all for one very important cause - protecting pollinators.
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Suspicious Seeds Being Mailed -Do Not Open
When you go to your mailbox to get your bills, or maybe another stimulus check, be on the lookout for a suspicious package. These disguised packages could contain seeds that could be very harmful. Here's what to look for.
No More Plastic Bags at Stewart's
My favorite plastic bags have to be the sturdy ones that we get from Stewart's Shops. It was announced recently that they will be complying with the plastic bag ban and doing away with theirs too.
CDPHP Bikes Are Back! How Do You Use Them?
CDPHP has announced that their CDPHP Cycles are back this week, and they offer great discounts but prices are going up!
Free Coffee at Stewart's Shops This Month
If one of your first stops in the morning is to grab some coffee, Stewarts will be giving you a free cup to benefit the environment.
Big Discounts For Bike Sharing Program
Last summer, the Capital Region bike share program was launched and after a very successful season, they are offering big discounts to riders who are ready to sign up for the spring and summer of 2018.
You Could Be Paying More At The Checkout Line
If lawmakers have their way, it could cost you more to check out of the grocery store. But in return, you would be helping to save the environment.
It's Better for the Environment but Should We Be Charged Extra?
I already spent enough money going grocery shopping and sometimes I'm forgetful. Now, if this task force get what they want, I'm going to be charged for forgetting!
Does Your Water Have Cancer Contaminants? Try Out Your Zip Code!
On Wednesday, a public nonprofit and advocacy group Environmental Working Group released a searchable website breaking down all of the contaminants in water and their effects. Type in your zip code and see what may be lurking in your water!
Top 5 Things I Learned At Schenectady Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
I honestly thought this blog was going to go a completely different direction. I thought this was going to be the biggest hassle ever - trying to to throw out my old paint cans, cleaning chemicals and the like. But it went pretty smoothly, and I learned a few things.
Paper Or Plastic Bags – Not An Option At Local Grocery Store [Poll]
At a grocery store in Saratoga Springs, you won’t be hearing that famous question when you check out - Paper or plastic?
What Is Lurking Under The Proposed Casino Site In Schenectady?
I'm not sure we want to know this answer. But according to the Times Union, what is lurking underground in the proposed gambling casino site on the banks of the Mohawk could make your stomach turn