<p>A carton (5) for cooperating with a packaging material (M) to contain a plurality of articles (C) and a package formed thereby. The carton comprises a plurality of panels comprising a central panel (10), a first side panel (20), and a second side panel (40). The side panels are positioned relative to the central panel to at least partially form a space for receiving the articles. A handle (11) in at least one of the side panels. The handle is adapted for grasping and carrying the carton. A reinforcement flap (32) is foldably attached to the at least one of the side panels for positioning relative to the at least one side panel for contacting the articles to secure the carton to the articles.</p>
