St. Landry Parish is facing an increasing issue of landlords leaving bulky waste on streets and roadways, prompting the Solid Waste Commission to hold property owners accountable for their waste.

"Even products advertised as ‘flushable’ do not break down and can clog toilets, household plumbing, sewer pipes and pumps, and septic systems,” said Heather Collins, DEC Wastewater Program Manager.

If you own your home, or even if you rent, chances are high that you’ll need to perform some basic toilet repair at some ...

The rising crisis of global plastic pollution has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Personal protective equipment (PPE), single-use face masks, and increased take-away and home delivery ...