Toughen Albany’s recycling program — Page 1 — TimesUnion.com

I have lived in many localities in the United States and the world, and have found recycling in Albany to be horrible or almost nonexistent.
Weekly, as I carefully clean and sort my recyclables, I wonder what’s the point. Sort the newspapers, rinse the cans and jars, put deposits to the side, and donate clothes to a thrift store and the couch to Freecycle.