Let’s be honest… recycling isn’t always as straightforward as we think it is.

That yogurt container? Maybe. 
That pizza box? Depends.
That random piece of plastic you feel like should be recyclable? Yeah… not always.

Celebrate Earth Month with a Fun Challenge

In honor of Earth Month, Lite 98.7 is teaming up with the Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority to put your recycling knowledge to the test.

Your job is simple! Decide whether it’s recyclable or not… then submit your guess below.

Each correct guess enters you for a chance to win your choice of a compost kit or a rain barrel and $250!

Don’t Miss a Day

A new item is posted every day, so make sure you’re checking the Lite 98.7 Facebook page and submitting your guesses.

Let’s see who actually knows what belongs in the bin.

25 Surprising Items You Can’t Recycle—And Why

Recycling rules can be confusing—some everyday items you might toss in the bin actually belong in the trash (or even better, at a special drop‑off). Here are 25 common items that don’t belong in your curbside recycling.

Gallery Credit: Credit - Polly McAdams


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