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Local food banks

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‘Revolting’ man takes advantage of local food banks and ends up wasting most of it: ‘it disgusts me beyond belief’

Old-growth

Outdoors

Forestry expert explains the big problem with replanting chopped-down trees: ‘Different species live in different heights’

Lawn sign

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Homeowner fights back against pushy neighbors with their clever yard sign: ‘My husband is too gentle’

Fridge drawers

Food

Woman stuns social media with video explaining why you’re probably using your refrigerator wrong: ‘I had no idea!’

Sustainable food delivery with DeliverZero

Food

Uber Eats will now send your delivery food in a reusable container — but it comes with a cost

Community gardening

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A new study reveals a surprising health benefit for people who garden — and it’s not just about fruits and veggies

Free fruit trees offer posted on telephone pole

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Community member stuns Redditors with offer posted on telephone pole: ‘I hope someone takes me up on it’

Induction stove

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This common kitchen appliance could be putting your lungs at risk — here’s what to do about it

Praying mantis egg sack

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Gardener makes alarming discovery while examining their pruned rose bush: ‘What on Earth is this?’

Avocado storing hack, FDA warns

Food

FDA issues warning against potentially dangerous TikTok food storage hack: ‘It is not recommended’

Farmer shares cinnamon hack

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Farmer shares the surprising kitchen ingredient that will help your garden thrive: ‘[It’s] like magic for plants’

Gardener on Growing onions

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Gardener warns about critical mistake to avoid while growing onions: ‘No one has ever mentioned this before’