Manufacturers today produce products at high speeds in mass amounts, fueled by high-tech automation and – in some cases – AI. But Plymouth woodworking artisan Greg Iaquinto’s work isn’t about being quick and prolific. He prefers taking his time, meticulously creating one-of-a-kind objects from reclaimed woods. Over the last five years at his one-person business, […]
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The town’s water supply is fragile. Is enough being done to protect it?
Everyone can agree that Plymouth’s precarious aquifer, which supplies the town’s drinking water, needs to be protected. But local activists warn that an increasing number of industrial, commercial, and residential development projects, as well as sand-mining operations, are putting the quality of our water at increasing risk. Town officials say they are trying to […]
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Recycling requires effort, but the alternative is scary
This is the second installment of a two-part series on recycling in Plymouth. You can read the first installment here. Recycling is like the world – complex and imperfect. But Plymouth residents can make it work better. First, if you are not yet recycling, start. Second, if you are recycling, learn to correctly separate trash […]
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Where do your recyclables end up? The answer is complicated, and worrisome.
Do you know where your waste hauler dumps your household trash and recyclables? Are you wasting your time and effort by separating household waste in trash and recycling bins? And what about the hauling companies that tell you to just dump it all into one container? Don’t worry, your recycling efforts may not be pointless. […]
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Amid climate change, coastal living comes at an ever-rising cost
Most Plymouth oceanfront homeowners who love that multimillion-dollar view need the commitment and resources to protect their properties from escalating coastal erosion. The viability of coastal living is the subject of much controversy these days. For those who live in oceanfront homes, there are measures they can take to extend the life of their properties. […]