Environmental groups claim 320,000-tonne black hole in official recycling figures

ABOUT 320,000 tonnes of bottles, cans and other containers appear to have gone missing from the national recycling inventory, according to environmental groups who have compared industry data with a new government report.

Labeling Adhesives target beverage manufacturers.

Based on synthetic polymers, Optal XP Casein-Free Adhesives offer optimal wet tack and adhesion to chilled glass surfaces. Products have FDA approval, are free of toxic ingredients, and contain no alkylphenol ethoxylates, zinc, or borax. Using Optal XP adhesives, printed, transparent labels stay firmly in place even after temperature changes and prolonged storage in ice water. However, labels ...

Picture of Health: Know how to store, reheat food safely

Many Americans make meals out of leftovers from their meals. And while everyone knows to refrigerate perishables, not everyone is taking all the proper steps to ensure the next-day food is safe, according to the Institute of Food Technologists , a nonprofit society of food science professionals from academia, government and industry.

Restaurant Inspections - Jan. 22, 2012

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a "risk-based" inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers.The following inspection reports were completed Jan. 3-9.Amelia's Grocery Outlet, 1951 Lincoln Highway East, Jan. 4. No violations.Arch Street Center, 22...

Smart Choices: Thinking outside the lunch box

TUCSON - Today on Smart Choices on News 4 at 4, our food and nutrition coach, Hana Feeney, stopped by to discuss thinking outside of your lunch box.