Mike Camara

Mike Camara of New Bedford-based ABC Disposal offered insight into the trash and recycling issues currently facing the SouthCoast, and in the future.

Westport's transfer station is full, with residents unable to dump their garbage — and ABC Disposal CEO Mike Camara says it's part of a larger problem.

New Bedford's trash wars could get costly.

Changes are happening with recycling, and as I found out, it’s more complicated than most of us think.

At a press conference this afternoon, ABC Disposal is announcing a new policy when it comes to picking up recyclable materials in New Bedford.

The mayor says it remains to be seen if there will be another lawsuit against ABC Disposal filed by the City, and if ABC will emerge victorious again.

The City of New Bedford wasn't granted an injunction against ABC Disposal, but the company will collect recyclables after its self-imposed June 30 deadline.

I feel bad that the Camara family is struggling with its company, ABC Disposal Services, and that business decisions made a world away in China are impacting its bottom line. But as they say, them's the breaks in the world of business. While changes in the way the Chinese purchase recyclable materials from companies such as ABC and others around the world are making it difficult for the local comp

ABC Disposal CEO Mike Camara is says he doesn't think it is fair that his company is being sued by the City of New Bedford.

There is again speculation about the city-owned Whaling City Golf Course being home to a resort casino. An attorney for the city has informed the State Gaming Commission that one of the sites being considered for casino development in New Bedford is owned by the city...