Joint venture brings efficiency, convenience to container returns Aug 17, 2008
The joint venture, UBCR LLC, was formed in 1998 by Schupan and Tomra of North America Inc. It has streamlined bottle collection and recycling in Michigan, and today processes 50 percent of the state's deposit bottles and cans. When a consumer drops a can or bottle into one of UBCR's machines, the universal product code is scanned to record the type of beverage. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
City trash-scavenging ban a 'mean-spirited' move Aug 9, 2008
Clarke said there are many people on Toronto's streets who make ends meet by collecting bottles and cans for their refunds. A crackdown would mean only that street people would have a harder time surviving, he said. (Toronto Sun)
Tymor Park scholarship helps local students Jul 31, 2008
Recently, the fund has also started collecting bottles and cans to recycle for money. "It's been astounding how quickly that money can add up," said Calvi. (MIllbrook Voice Ledger, NY)
Battle brews over raiders of recycling bins Jul 2, 2008
On Sunday evening near Glen Park's busy main drag, Diamond Street, several groups trolled the streets collecting bottles and cans. In one instance, a man drove a red, graffiti-covered truck while two men walked on opposite sidewalks, gathering bottles and cans from blue bins set out for the next morning's official pickup, and dumped them into the truck. (San Francisco Chronicle)
LAUSD honors two Valley schools for recycling May 6, 2008
"It was great news to hear that your school made $500 from two weeks of collecting bottles and cans," Korenstein said to a group of third-graders who participated in the school's recent recycling competition. "We applaud all of you for everything you have done to benefit your school and the environment.". (Los Angeles Daily News)
The Glass Maker Is Half Full May 2, 2008
80 per gross, or 144-count, according to Cecil Munsey, author of "The Illustrated Guide to Collecting Bottles.". That cost plunged more than 90%, and the bottle-blowing trade fell into permanent decline, following the commercial introduction in 1905 of a sort of giant metal arachnid with pumps for legs. (SmartMoney)
Shelton finds ways to honor late Rep. Belden Mar 29, 2008
It was not uncommon for some people who didn't know him to comment that they had seen 'some bum' collecting bottles. " The "Bums" plan to retrace one of Belden's bike routes as part of their clean up, departing from the White Hills Shopping Center on Leavenworth Road and making their way to River Road, Platt Road, and Forest Parkway, among other sites. The group also pledged to continue its clean-up efforts throughout the year, Gallagher said. Kieley said she came up with the idea when she and... (Valley News, CT)
Santa Clara Co. Sheriff's Dept. IDs Los Gatos Bones Mar 22, 2008
Saturday, March 22, 2008, 4:50 am. You've heard from us, now we want to hear from you. (NBC 11, CA)
Visalia officials working on shopping cart problem Mar 21, 2008
"They're out there 'unbeautifying' our city," he said, "but they do serve a purpose; they are recycling for us" by collecting bottles and cans. Gamboa and Landers asked staffers to look at measures some merchants use to prevent cart thefts from their parking lots in the first place. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Club's Goal is Better Recycling of Plastics at BYU Mar 18, 2008
said she has started collecting bottles from the girls in her hall, and the response has been encouraging. "We are members of the group of people for whom this university exists, and we are committed to achieving a goal for ourselves and for the university," Mayo said. (The Daily Universe, UT)
New Clue Released In Los Gatos Bones Mystery Mar 15, 2008
A transient collecting bottles and cans found the bones at about 6 p.m. Friday in a rugged, rural area near Black and Beardsley roads and reported them to the sheriff's office. Investigators sectioned off the area in a grid and sifted through the top layers of earth looking for evidence, Morrissey said. (NBC 11, CA)
Reflections - Are you a packrat recycler? Feb 14, 2008
Remember my article in The Star called "Beer Bottle collecting". Our Caviness family and others were the first reyclers in the area. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Vinfolio Launches Personal Cellar Manager Service Jan 23, 2008
"Vinfolio's services have been instrumental in helping me tame a multi-thousand bottle collection," said Vinfolio customer, Bill Shea. "But it still takes work to manage and having a wine expert on hand for four days a month saves me valuable time and helps me make smarter decisions about my collection.". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
MPs give 10 cents' worth on recycling Jan 19, 2008
"I'd buy a can of pineapple juice with the money I got from collecting bottles at the beach. "It's a fantastic lesson for kids, if nothing else, and it's a lot more than that. It would reduce the amount of cans and broken glass on the streets. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Going Greener Nov 20, 2007
So far, every local school with one exception is teaming in the effort, with a recycling bin for collecting bottles at each site. Participating are schools from the Dublin City and Laurens County systems, along with Heart of Georgia Technical College and the Dublin Center. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Hard lessonsGrinding poverty afflicts pupils and teachers in Cambodia Nov 7, 2007
Like many others in Boeng Salang, she gets by on what she can earn from collecting bottles and cans on the streets. It was not enough to cover the "informal fees" for Pich Dy's teachers. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Coulee Region faces of green living Sep 23, 2007
I have been involved with recycling since I was a kid, collecting bottles and metal and taking them to the dump. On the way to school, we had a code. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Easing into the final weeks of summer Sep 7, 2007
Now the club is seeking new members, especially those with enthusiasm and fresh ideas and a willingness to help with the organization s main fund-raiser, the bottle collection from the Blodgett Store. The returnable bottle box in front of the store has been a very lucrative source of money for the club and without volunteer recyclers, the club will not be able to support the community to the extent it has. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Panning for Cash Jul 12, 2007
Urban legend has it that drunks, rather than collecting bottles for money, put buckets out to collect rainwater, then boil off the water and sell the residue to the factory. Factory officials said that nothing of the sort takes place. (International Herald Tribune)
O'Brien's blog Jun 23, 2007
and who has a root beer cap or bottle collection. (betting on bob on this one). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Step back into the past May 10, 2007
In her office is a large bottle collection old office machines and some textiles in poor condition found in a Karannkwa dugout. Why aren t these in the regular museum , George Anne was asked. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
New Book Remembers Rockaway In Photos Apr 27, 2007
Friday April 27, 2007. (Arcadia Publishing) Midway Kiddie Park was a hot spot for Rockaway residents in the early 20th century. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Newswatch, Police/Fire Apr 26, 2007
The man's body was found face up about 9:45 a.m. yesterday by a man collecting bottles and cans in the grassy area near the intersection of Roosevelt and Tulagi avenues. Police said they couldn't tell if foul play was involved because the body was decomposing. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Retired military couple puts down roots at Lake Allatoona Mar 21, 2007
From her large kitchen window, Cynthia can look out past her colored-glass bottle collection lining the patio rail over the circle below and beyond to the glistening lake and misty mountains. "This is just a total joy for me," she said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Body of Kahana beating victim identified Mar 7, 2007
She rode a bicycle and was often seen collecting bottles and cans in the area. Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area of the fishpond Feb. 25 or with information about the case is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 955-9300 or *CRIME on a cellular phone. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City's curbside recycling plan gets new life Feb 26, 2007
It means collecting bottles and newspapers for weeks and dragging them across town. The latest headache with glass recycling, which grew out of a backlog of glass, is only temporary, though still inconvenient. (Anchorage Daily News)
Antique store opens; Stewart buys spritzer bottle Feb 3, 2007
NEW BRITAIN - Mayor Timothy Stewart purchased a 75-year-old Avery spritzer dispenser for $18 to add to his bottle collection. For $2, someone from The Herald picked up a vintage ticket from July 8, 1987, to hear President Ronald Reagan speak at City Hall. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Bobbing for bottles finds pieces of history Jan 30, 2007
I'm not talking old wrought-iron pieces of junk and rusty gutters, we're after the quarry that is the rare and the unusual bottles," he said. Fredrich points to the Web site Mrbottles.com an offshoot of this hobby, started by Steve Libbey. "Steve has done an absolutely fabulous job with it," he said. Traffic at the site continues to increase. "People enjoy collecting bottles ... It's not like you're meeting new divers everyday that are into collecting bottles. (Oconomowoc Focus, WI)
Body of slain man found near Utah-Arizona border Jan 16, 2007
ST. GEORGE, Utah People collecting bottles in the desert near the Utah-Arizona border discovered the body of a man who was fatally shot. Authorities say the man appeared to be in his mid-20s and was shot more than once. (KOLD.com, AZ)
ANGELS MAN HAS HOBBY THAT'S ALL BOTTLED UP Jan 5, 2007
Bottle collecting started as a hobby, first pursued by Vicky when the two were newlyweds in the 1960s. A friend of the couple enjoyed exploring ghost towns and digging for old treasures. (The Union Democrat)
Best way to sell bottle collection is online, either by the piece or the lot Dec 25, 2006
Search Metro Jackson: lect. Q: Jack, I have a collection of longneck beer bottles, approximately 85 bottles (complete with beer), plus some cans and would like to sell them. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Snowblower blamed in Mastic Beach death Dec 11, 2006
Another neighbor who identified himself as Mr. Allan, said he saw the older man earlier that day collecting bottles from nearby establishments; typically the son would take the bottles, sort them in the garage and take them in for redemption, Allan said. Police and ambulances arrived at the house about 3 p.m. and cordoned off the property, Allen said, adding that the older man showed little emotion as he let the police in. (Newsday)
Street-smart program can't save itself Dec 8, 2006
He supplements his income by collecting bottles. He lives in Scarborough now, but his bottle route is downtown; the trip takes him 4 1/2 hours on foot. (Toronto Star -- GTA)
The delightful history of the perfume bottle Nov 26, 2006
So if you're struggling for ideas for holiday gifts this season, think about the wonderful possibilities of starting someone off on a new perfume bottle collection. Not only will you be giving something of great beauty and craftsmanship, but something with a fascinating history and maybe even inspiring the desire to hunt out more. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Sophisticated Cellars Nov 23, 2006
For a 2,000 bottle collection estimated to be worth more than $150,000, Loughran and his team built an elegant yet modern cellar with custom display shelving, low-voltage display lighting, and mahogany casework which accented the most cherished bottles of the collection. To make the space more functional, they added a tasting room complete with flat-screen TV and sound system. (BusinessWeek)
It wasn’t much, but quirky street character shared what he had Nov 9, 2006
He spent his days and evenings pushing a shopping cart around downtown, collecting bottles and cans for the 5-cent deposits. He liked his vodka, usually to his detriment. (New Haven Register, CT)
Dying for a drinkStricter alcohol laws drive Russians to deadly illicit vodka Nov 4, 2006
Most of the victims have been poor - like Natasha, whom I found collecting bottles to exchange for a few coins. Her drinking habits had changed. (BBC News -- Health)
When They Speak, 'People Listen' Oct 26, 2006
"Every year we decide what are going to be out top lobbying priorities," explains Berkelman, giving examples of issues as wide-ranging as bottle collection and rural transportation, to education reform. "Right now, we're in the middle of a state study on education." At every level of government - local, state and national - the group picks topics of interest, forms committees, conducts studies and holds debates and discussions. (Ithaca Times, NY)
NORTHWEST LAS VEGAS INCIDENT: Trooper wounds homeless man Oct 21, 2006
Melissa Janos, 16, who lives near Durango and Farm, said she often sees homeless people collecting bottles and cans in the area. She called them a nuisance. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
These cellars exude class Oct 19, 2006
Raleigh wine collector Joe Wise found help in assembling his roughly 1,200 bottle collection from an Aspen sommelier. Collector and wine cellar craftsman Art Stratemeyer also had a mentor. (Triangle Business Journal)
Guys, keep reading for dating success Oct 5, 2006
The Daily Gamecock Online. Come with me if you want to know secrets behind female psyche. (Gamecock Online, SC)
99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall (Collecting Kewanee Breweriana) Sep 19, 2006
Bottle collecting is alive and well across the country and we are fortunate to have a wide variety of bottles to collect locally. Happy Hunting. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
It's Friday Sep 9, 2006
She began by collecting bottles, but then she hopped over to the book idea as a source of funding. Hannah is inviting submissions of fiction and poetry from 13 different categories based on class and gender. (Sault Ste Marie Evening News, MI)
Return of LCBO empties on tap Sep 7, 2006
While the Beer Store, which will receive an undisclosed fee for handling LCBO empties, has been successfully collecting bottles for deposit for generations, the liquor stores have resisted implementing a return system. Instead, the LCBO has been paying $5 million a year into the blue box program, which handles bottles of all colours, shapes and sizes from liquor stores. (Toronto Star)
Still cautious about Fire Island water contamination Jul 10, 2006
"We need to investigate further; we need to talk to the person who took these samples," Jones said, adding that one possibility may have been that the bacteria had been present on the collecting bottles themselves. Since Saturday, the water authority has shipped 100,000 bottles of water and 10,000 cases of ice from Patchogue, Sayville and Bay Shore, Jones said. (Newsday)
People without a country Jun 22, 2006
"It's a tradition," Shala said, adding that he sends the older ones to sift through garbage, collecting bottles and scrap metal. The family lives off whatever the children and Shala can find and sell. (Newsday -- World)
Personal touch once defined small town Jun 10, 2006
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Witness: Driver ran down man May 21, 2006
Last Updated: May 20, 2006, 05:28:11 AM PDT. The violent death of a Modesto man this week left one man in jail and dozens of neighbors and friends wondering why Dale Little apparently was run down. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Husband's mind clouds wife's slaying May 12, 2006
Always a frugal woman, Mary Ann began collecting bottles and cans on early-morning walks several years ago. It brought in some extra money and helped her lose weight. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Should I Take My Business Plan Online? Apr 27, 2006
Hackers can make more money collecting bottles on the highway. Remember that a good business plan is never done, and all business plans are, in a sense, wrong. (Entrepreneur)
Profitability drives recycling efforts Apr 22, 2006
Oregon introduced bottle collection legislation over 20 years ago, but is still only one of a handful of states to have done so. Young said politics often influences how committed states are to recycling efforts. (Springfield News, OR)
At 82 Harley Fuller continues preserving old-fashioned dairy farm lore with his milk bottle collection Apr 21, 2006
Fuller's living history doesn't end with his milk bottle collection. He's got an authentic Edison Phonograph in one room of the house and he still has a working Ford tractor from 1943 on the property. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
The India Bush didn't see Mar 5, 2006
The boys earn a living now by begging, collecting bottles or stealing. Ajay, who wears adult-size tennis shoes that force him to take big, clumsy steps, says hunger always lurks. (San Francisco Chronicle)
