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New York City
fromBronx Times
6 hours ago

Two Bronx districts tapped for major NYC trash bin expansion - Bronx Times

Mayor Mamdani announced a trash containerization program expansion in the Bronx, aiming for citywide implementation by 2031.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Brooklyn middle schoolers plant the first pollinator garden in a Bay Ridge park

Middle school students in Bay Ridge created a pollinator garden to support local ecosystems and improve the environment.
#earth-day
NYC music
fromThe Village Voice
3 days ago

Jumpstart Your Earth Day Vibes at Union Square - The Village Voice

Protecting the planet is essential amidst daily emergencies, and the Earth Day 2026 Festival encourages advocacy and education.
NYC music
fromThe Village Voice
3 days ago

Jumpstart Your Earth Day Vibes at Union Square - The Village Voice

Protecting the planet is essential amidst daily emergencies, and the Earth Day 2026 Festival encourages advocacy and education.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
19 hours ago

The House of the Green Pond / aceboXalonso studio

A blue pool was added to a Madrid home in 1971, transforming the backyard from a children's play area into a private leisure space.
Miami food
fromLos Angeles Times
6 hours ago

Learning to fly from the ground up: Owl sighting in Redondo Beach sparks public service announcement

Young owls in Redondo Beach face challenges learning to fly due to palm trees lacking branches, prompting police to educate residents on how to help.
LA Dodgers
fromFaithandfearinflushing
1 day ago

A Lot of Oysters, But No Pearls

The Los Angeles Dodgers completed a three-game sweep over the New York Mets, showcasing strong performances from both Shohei Ohtani and Dalton Rushing.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
22 hours ago

Friday's Headlines: Wither Outdoor Dining Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Outdoor dining in the city has drastically declined, with only 500 establishments participating this year compared to thousands during the pandemic.
fromEarth911
1 day ago

How To Grow Vegetables With Aquaponics

Aquaponics systems utilize one gallon of water to produce a kilogram of leafy greens, compared to over 30 gallons in traditional farming, showcasing remarkable efficiency.
Environment
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Upper West Side
fromCurbed
1 day ago

Are the City's New Trash Cans Breaking Already?

The Better Bin design improves sanitation but has increased breakage issues compared to the previous wire-mesh bins.
Boston
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

Smoke reported at Macombs Dam Park near Yankee Stadium

A fire at Macombs Dam Park in the Bronx produced heavy smoke but did not impact Yankee Stadium.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

Volunteer Linda Fisher, 68, discovered the hub two years ago when she was 'socially isolated' and said the garden 'will be an ice-breaker for people walking past'.
London food
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Lenox Hill dispensary Maryjane seeks connection with their community | amNewYork

When asked what his favorite thing about cannabis was, Maryjane General Manager Kepler's answer was simple: The impact. He recalls a time when two parents came to the Lenox Hill shop with their son, who had Attention-Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD.) Maryjane was able to provide them with a strain that would help. When the parents came back for a second dose, they quickly expressed this was the happiest and calmest they've seen their son.
Cannabis
from6abc Philadelphia
2 days ago

Mother bear and cubs take up residence under family's home in New Jersey

Veronica O'Brien-Lim explained that the bears were living under her home due to the previous owners digging a foundation under half of the addition. Initially adorable, the bears began causing problems by going through neighbors' trash and chewing on wires.
Pets
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC real estate

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

fromCity Limits
3 days ago
New York City

Will New City Rules Finally Bring More Sidewalk Sheds Down?

New York City aims to reduce construction scaffolding while ensuring safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
9 hours ago

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
9 hours ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
New York City
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Will New City Rules Finally Bring More Sidewalk Sheds Down?

New York City aims to reduce construction scaffolding while ensuring safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Shelter Decisions That Ignore School Stability Are Harming NYC's Children

Displacing families from shelters disrupts children's education and stability, leading to immediate academic consequences and long-term developmental issues.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Attract Bluebirds To Your Yard With This Fast-Growing Berry Bush - Tasting Table

Attracting bluebirds to your garden benefits both the birds and the ecosystem, particularly through seed distribution and pest control.
London
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
fromQNS
4 days ago

Experts explain what happens to beached whales in the Rockaways - QNS

"When a whale washes up on the beach like that, we work with different organizations to decide what the best course of action is," said Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) Chief Scientist Robert DiGiovanni, who was tasked with processing the whale. "Every stranding has a unique set of circumstances."
OMG science
fromGothamist
5 days ago

The New York Lawn Bowling Club quietly turns 100. They'd love you to join the team.

The NYLBC currently has about over 100 members, many of whom found the sport after accidentally coming upon it in Central Park and asking what they were looking at.
London politics
#green-wood-cemetery
Brooklyn
fromCurbed
3 days ago

Making More Room for the Living Among the Dead

Green-Wood Cemetery adapts to space limitations by introducing terramation, a human-composting process, to accommodate more burials.
Brooklyn
fromCurbed
3 days ago

Making More Room for the Living Among the Dead

Green-Wood Cemetery adapts to space limitations by introducing terramation, a human-composting process, to accommodate more burials.
fromwww.archdaily.com
14 hours ago

Pignatelli Reservoirs: From Water Infrastructure to Urban Park / Hector Fernandez Elorza

The Pignatelli Reservoirs were part of a water supply system for over a century, consisting of four large reservoirs that could store up to 80,000 m³ of water.
Renovation
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

In Mamdani's NYC, sewer socialism is out. Pothole politics is in.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes 'pothole politics' to address city issues directly and practically, focusing on tangible improvements for New Yorkers.
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

Check out plans for a new crosstown bike lane that will go through Central Park

A proposed two-way protected bike lane on 72nd Street aims to create a safe crosstown connection across Manhattan.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

One of NYC's best free outdoor theater series is back with a major 2026 lineup

Molière in the Park announces its 2026 season featuring free performances, workshops, and a focus on accessibility in classical theater.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Troubled Lake Erie is being transformed into a vast water research facility

Lake Erie still faces significant pollution challenges despite improvements, with increasing demand for clean water driving technological innovations in monitoring water quality.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

New coin to mark 200th year of London Zoo charity

A commemorative coin featuring a tiger, snail, and dove celebrates 200 years of the Zoological Society of London, promoting wildlife conservation efforts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A messy garden is a glorious garden. We need to stop tidying, titivating and paving them over | Emma Beddington

The industrious buzz of bees tackling the dregs of cherry blossom was lawnmower-loud, accompanied by back off peeps from blackbirds nesting in the ivy.
London politics
Washington DC
fromPlanetWare
1 week ago

New York's Once-Popular Airport Is Now Part Of A Unique National Recreation Area - PlanetWare

Floyd Bennett Field is a historic site in New York offering wildlife observation, recreational activities, and a glimpse into aviation history.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Purrfect harmony: NYC Council bill complements NYS proposal to protect bodega cats in the Big Apple

Bodega Cat Bill aims to protect cats in NYC retail food stores and support small businesses.
New York Islanders
fromCurbed
2 weeks ago

This Electric-Green Stream Is Actually a Good Thing

Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island faces odor issues linked to wastewater management, prompting investigations by environmental authorities.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Mamdani's DOT Responds to Astoria Bike Lane Backlash... With an Even Longer Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The Department of Transportation plans to extend the protected bike lane on 31st Street in Astoria after a lawsuit halted previous efforts.
fromBrownstoner
3 days ago

Green-Wood Cemetery Opens Long-Awaited Visitor Center

The $43 million project includes the rehabilitated Weir Greenhouse and a new L-shaped, terra-cotta-clad building that wraps around it, designed by Architecture Research Office.
Renovation
Environment
fromEarth911
3 days ago

Take Action on Arbor Day to Help Our Planet

Trees are essential for a healthy planet, yet they face significant threats from wildfires, droughts, insect infestations, and deforestation.
Pets
fromMiami Herald
5 days ago

Bronx Zoo's Playful Baby Nyala Is a Must-See

A newborn nyala calf at the Bronx Zoo is captivating visitors with its playful nature and striking appearance.
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Environmental Group Secures Option to Buy Former East Bay Racetrack, Will Turn It Into Park

The former Golden Gate Fields horse racing track will be transformed into a public park by the Trust for Public Land for $175 million.
fromDesign Milk
13 hours ago

Sabah House NYC Pays Homage To Set + Setting

Sabahs are made entirely by hand from 100% leather in either Texas or Turkey—two regions with distinct yet deeply rooted relationships to the material. The result is a shoe that varies subtly from pair to pair, even within the same size.
Brooklyn
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

This educator is turning Instagram into a classroom about Oakland's ecosystems

Saumitra Kelkar is dedicated to restoring native flora and educating others about local ecology in the Bay Area.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

Renovation of a Historic School Creates Harmony With Nature

Renovation projects must honor historical design while integrating modern updates for current users, especially in community-centric, older structures.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

NYC's newest hobby is cleaning up trash and documenting the filth

Volunteer groups in NYC are actively cleaning up trash, fostering community bonds, and promoting shared responsibility for urban cleanliness.
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

Check out the newest official park in New York's Finger Lakes region

Three Falls State Park is centered around three waterfalls, including the 128-foot Frontenac Falls, which cascades down through a wooded gorge before meeting the lake.
Skiing
Pets
fromPawNation
5 days ago

Bronx Zoo's Playful Baby Nyala Is a Must-See

A newborn nyala calf at the Bronx Zoo captivates visitors with its playful exploration and unique striped coat.
fromNy1
2 weeks ago

Electric blue blooms signal spring's arrival at Bronx garden

These are Scilla sardensis, the common name is Glory-of-the-Snow. They are native to the mountains of Western Turkey but are really comfortable growing in almost any condition, as you can see. They are, for us, the real harbingers of spring. We know that once we start to see this electric blue color, the season is starting for us.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Rock it like a woodcock: This Bryant Park bogsucker is NYC's latest 'it bird'

"It's the way they walk. That's what the main attraction is," said self-described amateur birder Sheeba Garg, who traveled to Bryant Park specifically to see the American woodcock during its migration.
NYC music
Environment
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC's car-free Earth Day returns April 25 with streets open across 5 boroughs

Dozens of streets in New York City will become pedestrian plazas for Car-Free Earth Day on April 25, promoting climate change awareness and sustainability.
Pets
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Saving Hermit Crabs by Breeding Them in the Suburbs

Mary Akers is pioneering the breeding of hermit crabs in captivity, aiming to create a second generation.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Check out this car-free Grand Army Plaza redesign proposal

A proposal aims to redesign Grand Army Plaza by banning cars from part of it and reconnecting the arch to Prospect Park.
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

A stunning new waterfront space just opened in NYC

A new community space called 'the Classroom' has opened at Wagner Park Pavilion, enhancing Lower Manhattan's waterfront with performances and events.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
fromCurbed
1 week ago

Nick Poe's Houseplant Hot Spot

"Why should tubs be relegated to bathrooms?" Poe questions, showcasing his innovative approach to interior design by placing a bathtub in the main living area.
Renovation
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
Brooklyn

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

fromCbsnews
4 days ago
Brooklyn

NYC DOT hopes to connect Grand Army Plaza's Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch with Prospect Park

Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

Mamdani proposes redesign of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza to boost safety

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza redesign prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reducing vehicle access, creating new public space.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes redesigning Grand Army Plaza to eliminate car traffic and enhance pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
4 days ago

NYC DOT hopes to connect Grand Army Plaza's Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch with Prospect Park

The Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while improving traffic flow.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYC Parks advocates rally at City Hall for 1% budget funding | amNewYork

New Yorkers demand at least 1% of the city budget for parks funding during a rally at City Hall.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Why environmental advocates are speaking out against a planned development in northeast Pickering | CBC News

Environmental advocates oppose a planned development in northeast Pickering due to concerns about flood risk, water quality, and endangered species.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A huge new nature reserve has been declared in west London

Warren Farm in Southall became London's newest Local Nature Reserve, hosting nearly a quarter of London's skylark breeding population and diverse wildlife including butterflies, owls, and kestrels.
Pets
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

The battle over the aging Attleboro Zoo is getting wild

Attleboro proposes transforming Capron Park Zoo into a nature reserve to reduce costs and focus on native wildlife and conservation.
fromQueens, NY Patch
1 month ago

Possible Human Remains Found In NYC Wildlife Sanctuary: NYPD

Possible human remains were found in the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Thursday night. Police confirmed that the remains were found around 10:30 p.m. near Cross Bay Boulevard along a section of the refuge that connects Howard Beach and Broad Channel.
Miscellaneous
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Where are Brooklyn's "recreation deserts," and what can be done to fix them? * Brooklyn Paper

"Brooklyn has always been a place where movement is part of daily life. But today, Brooklynites, like all New Yorkers, are moving less, feeling more isolated and dealing with elevated rates of chronic diseases."
Brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC health department has questions about the floating pool set for the East River

A floating pool project in New York aims to provide filtered East River water for swimming by summer 2027, despite ongoing delays.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: It's Time to Finish Bushwick Inlet Park

Without committing to finishing the park, a mayoral approval of Monitor Point sends a clear message: the city will continue to collect on private development while deferring its public obligations.
NYC real estate
#park-restoration
Renovation
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Prospect Park's secluded Vale of Cashmere getting long-awaited upgrade

Prospect Park's Vale of Cashmere undergoes a $37.5 million restoration project including a new play area, pavilion with composting bathrooms, and completion expected by fall 2027.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 weeks ago

Restoration Work in Prospect Park's The Vale Kicks Off

An eight-acre section of Prospect Park undergoes a $37.5 million restoration project, the largest capital investment in over a decade, transforming a neglected area into an accessible nature-focused retreat by 2027.
Renovation
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Prospect Park's secluded Vale of Cashmere getting long-awaited upgrade

Prospect Park's Vale of Cashmere undergoes a $37.5 million restoration project including a new play area, pavilion with composting bathrooms, and completion expected by fall 2027.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 weeks ago

Restoration Work in Prospect Park's The Vale Kicks Off

An eight-acre section of Prospect Park undergoes a $37.5 million restoration project, the largest capital investment in over a decade, transforming a neglected area into an accessible nature-focused retreat by 2027.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Family
3 weeks ago

15 Best NYC Playgrounds for Kids & Families in 2026 - New York Family

Playgrounds in NYC provide essential outdoor spaces for children to play and for parents to connect.
Pets
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Paws and reflect: NYC's Animal Medical Center treated critters from the smallest to the colossal in 2025

NYC's Schwarzman Animal Medical Center treated nearly 60,000 animals in 2025 while completing a $125 million renovation, maintaining 24/7 emergency services throughout construction.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

The City Is Doing to Prospect Park What It Needs to Do to All Parks - Streetsblog New York City

Prospect Park will soon have protected bike lanes on its entire perimeter, enhancing safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Green glow-up: 10 NYC parks are getting a makeover thanks to new community investment initiative

NYC allocated $50 million to upgrade 10 parks across all five boroughs with new play equipment, recreation amenities, and landscaping to benefit over 116,500 residents.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC Parks ignored in Mamdani's city budget as New Yorkers long for outdoor space: report

NYC Parks' recreation budget has declined from 31% in the mid-1960s to 5% today, leaving communities without adequate facilities, staffing, and programming despite rising demand.
Environment
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Environmental groups sue NYC over Willets Point wastewater plant

Environmental groups are suing New York City over plans to chlorinate wastewater entering Flushing Creek, arguing chlorine won't reduce sewage volume and may harm wildlife.
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

New York Botanical Garden's Orchid Show turns NYC street life into flowers

Opening this Saturday, February 7, and running through April 26, "The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic's Concrete Jungle" has transformed the garden's Enid A. Haupt Conservatory into a bloom-laden remix of the city itself. Imagine taxis dripping in orchids, fire hydrants flowering over and everyday street scenes electrified by thousands of plants from around the world. "We're so excited to introduce you to the full diversity of the orchid family," said Jennifer Bernstein, NYBG's CEO, at a press conference on Wednesday.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Officials mark completion of $20 million salt pond restoration in Mountain View

A $20 million restoration transformed a 435-acre former salt pond and adjacent landfill into wildlife habitat and public open space, advancing regional tidal marsh revival.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Ten NYC parks across all five boroughs are getting upgrades

New York City will invest $50 million to upgrade 10 neighborhood parks across all five boroughs that have lacked meaningful improvements for at least 20 years, benefiting over 116,500 residents in historically underserved communities.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

The Real Problem in Central Park Isn't Speed - It's Scarcity - Streetsblog New York City

Scarcity of cycling infrastructure, not reckless cyclists, is the real problem; the city should invest in abundant, high-quality cycling venues instead of lowering speed limits.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

City Moves Forward to Acquire Windsor Terrace Farm

NYC Council approved Parks Department acquisition of Prospect Farm community garden, but DOT's planned Seeley Street Bridge reconstruction threatens the garden's operations and sunlight access.
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