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Christmas Tree Recycling Begins Wednesday In NYC

The holiday season is officially behind us now, and it’s time to recycle that Christmas tree.

2013/01/01

FILE - New York Department of Parks and Recreation workers load Christmas trees into a mulch machine in New York City.  (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Department Of Sanitation To Begin Christmas Tree Recycling Jan. 2

“The Department is very pleased to offer this special recycling service,” said Commissioner John Doherty. “Providing collection and recycling options for residents is environmentally valuable and benefits our neighborhoods. “

2012/12/27

As New Yorkers are finding out, live trees inside building lobbies are considered fire hazards and the FDNY will remove them, regardless of your Christmas spirit. (Photo: CBS 2)

FDNY Called A Bunch Of Grinches For Removing Live Xmas Trees From Lobbies

In a city of small spaces, an apartment building lobby is often an extension of people’s homes. And during the holidays that includes all those decorations. But did you know Christmas trees can be illegal?

2012/12/19

FILE - New York Department of Parks and Recreation workers load Christmas trees into a mulch machine in New York City.  (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Recycle Your Christmas Tree During NYC’s Annual MulchFest

Now that the holiday season is over, it’s time to take down the Christmas tree, but that doesn’t mean you have to throw it in the trash.

2012/01/07

Mayor Bloomberg participates in Mulchfest 2011 (Photo/Sophia Hall, WCBS 880)

Sanitation Department To Start Christmas Tree Recycling Jan. 3

Commissioner John Doherty reminds New Yorkers to remove tree stands, tinsel, lights and ornaments from the trees. Doherty also wants people to remember to not put their trees in plastic bags.

2011/12/27

Montclair, NJ house fire (credit: CBS 2)

Officials: Christmas Tree Fire Razes N.J. Home

Fire officials say the family was inside when they heard the crackling fire even before their smoke alarm went off.

2011/12/22

(credit: Cynthia Curtis/The Perfect Christmas Tree Farm)

Phillipsburg Farm Sells ‘The Perfect Christmas Tree’

The Perfect Christmas Tree Farm in Phillipsburg sells 16 varieties of exotic trees, but that’s just part of the holiday experience.

2011/12/08

Christmas Tree Ornament (file / credit: clipart.com)

Mount Sinai Gets ‘Christmas’ Back

The holiday tree in Mount Sinai will once again be called the Christmas tree, beginning next year.

2011/12/05

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lift

Rockefeller Center Tree Installed; Workers Prep For Nov. 30 Lighting Ceremony

As the Christmas season approaches, New York City begins its transition into a winter wonderland and few decorations compete with the Rockefeller Center tree.

2011/11/12

Christmas In The 5 Boroughs

Pretty Christmas Decorations Still Pose Fire Hazards

Christmas trees and other holiday decorations may be pretty to look at, but they also pose a major fire hazard, officials say.

2010/12/12

Christmas Trees are seen at Ver Der Ber's Garden Center - Aquebogue, NY - Dec 1, 2010 - Photo: Mike Xirinachs / WCBS 880

Christmas Trees A-Growing On Long Island

There are many types of holiday trees to choose from.

2010/12/01

Christmas Trees (credit: CBS)

Black Friday Shopping Includes Christmas Trees

Families started to flock to Fred Battenfeld’s farm in Red Hook on Route 199 with handsaws at the ready Friday. It’s a tradition that goes back generations.

2010/11/26

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