Have you ever wondered exactly how long your running or walking route is? Wish you could map it, share it with others, get suggested routes from others in your area? Check out www.mapmyrun.com, www.mapmyride.com and www.mapmywalk.com for all this and more.
There is room for being green in all areas of life—even at that time of the month. Most major brands of tampons and feminine hygiene pads use a chlorine bleaching process to whiten their products. This results in products that contain dioxin and rayon, which are linked to serious health issues. A common misconception is…
DetailsPharmaceuticals that have been flushed down the toilet are showing up in our water supplies at alarming rates, impacting our fish and wildlife, and in some cases even ending up in the public water supply. See www.smarxtdisposal.net for take-back programs in your area.
How does driving my car affect the air I breathe? Motor vehicle exhaust from cars, vans and SUVs is a major source of pollution. Despite improvements in emissions control systems, air pollution from cars remains a public health problem due to the number of vehicles on the road and the amount we drive. Emissions testing…
DetailsLooking for the best way to get to your destination by bike? Two great web resources make that easier for you. A couple of years ago, Google Maps added bike directions as a beta option on their directions page. According to Google, the tool enables riders to find the most bike friendly routes that maximize…
DetailsBy Norman Patry Forty percent of all urban travel occurs within two miles of where people live, and 90% of those trips are taken by car. Cycling is a great alternative for short trips, reducing emissions and getting exercise. Knowing how to change a flat tire can increase your confidence as a cyclist and help…
DetailsThe average person uses nine different skin care products every day. Whether those are full of all-natural ingredients or questionable chemicals, our skin absorbs them. Most chemicals used in personal care products have not been adequately tested for safety. Stay informed about what’s in your products and keep your body healthy. What can you do?…
DetailsBy guest columnist Suzanne Parrott “The practice of taking something that is disposable and transforming it into something of greater use and value.” —W. McDonough & M. Braungart, Cradle to Cradle We’re all familiar with the word recycle. Recycling is a growing part of our everyday lives. It is becoming a necessary practice in order…
DetailsWe all have a favorite sweater that went through the wash and is now short-sleeved and midriff-bearing. However much you love that sweater, don’t try to start a new fashion trend! The felted wool of your shrunken sweater is the perfect material for a sturdy, warm, unique pair of mittens. All you need is a…
DetailsWhen you donate to Goodwill Industries of Northern New England, you help the planet and our local communities in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. Your donation of gently used household items extends the life of useful goods by keeping them out of the landfill. In addition, the sale of your donations in our retail stores…
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