ASSOCIATED PRESS • December 9, 2021
A Maine paper mill is asking local residents for cardboard to turn into packaging because of the rising cost of the raw materials it typically uses. ND Paper in Old Town uses cardboard and corrugated containers to create pulp that is later used to make packaging. However, it’s becoming more difficult and expensive to obtain those materials. The company is asking residents of Old Town and surrounding communities to drop off cardboard, cereal boxes and pizza boxes. The company, which also has locations elsewhere in Maine and out of state, said it’s the first time it has tried to source materials from residents.