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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

'Gardening can help young people feel at peace'

A garden highlighting mental health pressures on young people will debut at the Chelsea Flower Show before becoming a community space in Newham.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Kensington Gardens reopen after police deem suspicious items non-hazardous

Kensington Gardens reopened after police found non-hazardous items linked to a potential drone threat against the Israeli embassy.
#e-bikes
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
New York City

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
New York City

FIRST ON amNY | DOT opens asks New Yorkers to weigh-in on e-bike charging cabinet locations with new portal | amNewYork

An online portal will gather public feedback on 50 potential locations for e-bike battery swapping cabinets, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

FIRST ON amNY | DOT opens asks New Yorkers to weigh-in on e-bike charging cabinet locations with new portal | amNewYork

An online portal will gather public feedback on 50 potential locations for e-bike battery swapping cabinets, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Kensington Gardens shut as police 'assess items'

Police are assessing a number of discarded items in London's Kensington Gardens after a video was shared online in which a group claimed to have targeted the nearby Embassy of Israel with drones carrying dangerous substances.
UK news
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Custom-made rubbish bins have finally been installed in San Francisco after a lengthy selection and design process that began in 2018.
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

'That comes with a price tag': How snow removal is busting town budgets

Massachusetts municipalities face severe budget shortfalls due to record snowfall and climate change-related extreme weather events.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

Florida Town Gives New Residents Free Golf Carts to Replace Their Cars - Streetsblog USA

Babcock Ranch incentivizes residents to drive less by offering free golf carts with new home purchases, promoting a community focused on alternative transportation.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

$1 million fine for a landowner who chopped trees? Oakland officials can't decide

Property owners face nearly $1 million in fines for illegally cutting down 38 trees, with the City Council divided on enforcement decisions.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Ontario expanding open alcohol consumption in provincial parks | CBC News

Ontarians can now drink alcohol in more areas of provincial parks, expanding the Ford government's relaxed alcohol regulations.
#urban-ecology
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC real estate

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

fromCity Limits
5 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.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Parks advocates gearing up to yell at Mamdani over proposed budget cuts

Mayor Mamdani's budget proposal reduces funding for NYC parks, angering advocates who demand 1% of the city's budget for parks investment.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 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
1 day 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.
New York City
fromDocumented
4 days ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

New York City offers various parking permits to assist residents with disabilities in accessing goods and services.
New York City
fromCity Limits
5 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.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Parks advocates gearing up to yell at Mamdani over proposed budget cuts

Mayor Mamdani's budget proposal reduces funding for NYC parks, angering advocates who demand 1% of the city's budget for parks investment.
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
2 days 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.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days 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
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

6 Benefits Beer Brings To Your Garden - Tasting Table

A beer trap is another brilliant way to protect your plants. It may not completely rid your garden of these pests, but it does have benefits. For one, the beer trap traps and drowns slugs. The other is that, in the process, you are enticing them away from crops you want to protect.
Beer
Environment
fromEarth911
5 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.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Tired of frivolous' landmark attempts, Berkeley council members want to raise bar for petitions

Berkeley City Council is considering raising the petition signature threshold for landmark designation to address concerns over blocking housing development.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
#urban-design
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 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.
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 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.
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
New York City
fromBronx Times
1 day 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.
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day 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
London
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Beyond the Street: Climate, Commerce, and the Evolution of Hong Kong's Elevated Networks

Hong Kong's elevated urbanism enhances connectivity but raises concerns about accessibility and the neglect of ground-level public life.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

SFMTA is cracking down on sidewalk parking-and in Bayview, it's coming with cops

Residents of Bayview express frustration over aggressive parking enforcement and its impact on community relations with police.
fromianVisits
4 days ago

London's Pocket Parks: Maytrees Rest Garden, Ealing, W5

Maytrees Garden Park, named after the former nursery, was compulsorily acquired by Ealing Council in 1953 to convert it into a recreation ground, despite initial plans for it to serve only the elderly.
London food
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
5 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.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
California
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Group wants to put town's use of parking lots on the ballot

Residents of Los Altos seek a ballot initiative to protect downtown parking plazas from changes without public voting.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Loads more Cherry Blossom trees planted in Greenwich Park

These beautiful cherry trees are more than a visual delight - they represent a bond between nations, a gift to our local communities, and a lasting legacy. We know after our long winters, people rejoice seeing colour and blossom, and this sea of pink will be an awe-inspiring hit of horticultural wonder.
London food
London
fromTime Out London
5 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.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

"This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony.
Paris food
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Councils pressed to use universal parking app to cut 'unfair' fines

The government is promoting a nationwide parking payment app to reduce fines and simplify payments for drivers across England.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
4 days ago

College des Parcs School Extension and two Sport Halls / Stoa architectes

The school extension at College des Parcs in Neuchatel blends contemporary design with respect for the city's architectural heritage.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Property owners asked to double fee they pay to fight mosquitoes

Santa Clara County property owners will vote on a new fee to fund mosquito control and pest management services.
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 politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Dismay as allotments set to become graveyard

Richmond Council plans to convert allotments into a cemetery despite significant public opposition and calls for a sustainable burial strategy.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

Community frustration grows over Metropolitan Recreation Center closure in Williamsburg * Brooklyn Paper

The closure of the Metropolitan Recreation Center pool has significantly impacted the community, especially older swimmers who rely on it for health and socialization.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Exhibition charts how the City of London ended up owning Epping Forest

Epping Forest was preserved by the City of London after a series of legal actions and purchases in the 19th century.
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.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 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.
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Hampstead ponds trans access legal appeal allowed

A Court of Appeal ruling allows Sex Matters to proceed with a legal challenge against Hampstead Heath's policy permitting trans people to use single-sex facilities matching their identified gender.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
London politics
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's Pocket Parks: King George V Playing Field, Hanwell, W7

King George V Playing Field in Hanwell evolved from Poor's Piece, reflecting its changing role from a charity allotment to a vibrant community park.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Florida City Just Ranked No. 1 in the World for Its Green Space

The city of Orlando happens to have the most green space per resident than any other major city, according to a new analysis from travel platform BookRetreats. The city, known as The City Beautiful, offers roughly 2,777 square feet of greenery per person. That translates to more than 148 parks, gardens, and recreation areas, according to the study, with plenty of lakes, trails, and botanical gardens to explore.
Travel
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
fromCurbed
1 week ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
#fly-tipping-enforcement
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Fly-tippers could be forced to clear their own rubbish under new crackdown

The UK government proposes forcing fly-tippers to clean up illegally dumped waste and allowing councils to seize offender funds for cleanup operations as fly-tipping increases 9% annually.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

Fly tippers face clearing up own rubbish as punishment

English local authorities will gain powers to enforce fly-tipping penalties including 20 hours community service and fines up to £300 without court proceedings.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Fly-tippers could be forced to clear their own rubbish under new crackdown

The UK government proposes forcing fly-tippers to clean up illegally dumped waste and allowing councils to seize offender funds for cleanup operations as fly-tipping increases 9% annually.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Fly tippers face clearing up own rubbish as punishment

English local authorities will gain powers to enforce fly-tipping penalties including 20 hours community service and fines up to £300 without court proceedings.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Nearly three-quarters of England's woods inaccessible to public, study finds

73% of English woodland is publicly inaccessible, with ancient trees particularly restricted, prompting campaigns for right-to-roam legislation.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Car-hating NYC pol wants 5 million square feet of new 'pedestrian space' - critics fear 'more gridlock'

A Brooklyn councilman proposes creating 1 million square feet of annual pedestrian space over five years, requiring the city to prioritize car-free zones near transit hubs without estimating parking and lane losses.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A delightful day at the dump: The trick is not to leave with more stuff than I arrived with!'

A recycling centre's ReUse shop in London salvages discarded items including unusual specimens like embalmed animals, vintage furniture, and antiques to resell rather than send to landfill.
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Green spaces should be the norm for all new housing developments in England, guidelines say

New government guidelines recommend mixed-use, heritage-preserving, nature-inclusive neighbourhood developments with shops, schools, green spaces and flood protection as standard for new housing developments.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Appeal sought against Hampstead ponds trans access

A charity will appeal a court dismissal of its challenge to Hampstead Heath pond rules allowing trans people to use facilities matching their gender identity.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

The city that swapped parking for green space

Though they're individually tiny, parking spots quietly play a dominant role in shaping urban landscapes. Most US cities dedicate at least 25% of their developable land to them. Some, even more. That land usage doesn't only determine the way a city looks. It also means covering large swathes of urban areas in heat-absorbing asphalt, which contributes to making summers hotter and heightens the risk of flooding since it prevents drainage during storms and heavy rainfall.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Analysis finds urban areas in England where no one lives within 15-minute walk of nature

While the data shows 80% of people live within walking distance of green or blue spaces such as a river, park or woodland, it also reveals a disparity between rural and poorer urban areas. In some areas of local authorities, fewer than 20% of residents live close to these spaces, according to data released by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on Wednesday.
Environment
#space-savers
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Residents to grow food on 'unloved' public land

Hounslow Council launches Right to Grow initiative allowing residents to cultivate food on unused public land, becoming only the second London council to adopt this policy.
New York City
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Could Mamdani Really End Free Street Parking?

Free urban parking occupies valuable public space and represents an underpriced asset that could fund city services while improving traffic flow and reducing pollution.
Canada news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Canada Water pool reopens after maintenance woes

Southwark Aquatics Swimming Club reopened at Canada Water Leisure Centre after a four-month closure caused by maintenance issues with temperature and air quality control systems.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why did I get a 100 parking fine when charging my electric car?

Driver received a PCN after charging at a 24-hour Mer EV charger because car-park terms prohibit parking 9pm–6am despite misleading signage.
East Bay real estate
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Residents will need to get a city permit to park

East Palo Alto Council approved a residential parking permit program after modifying it to only affect neighborhoods where residents petition for permit zones, though permit pricing remains undetermined.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Harrow makes free parking scheme permanent

Harrow Council permanently establishes one-hour free parking across 13 council car parks and all on-street bays to boost local shopping and footfall.
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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Snowbanks are still blocking parking on some streets more than a month after Toronto's last big storm | CBC News

Toronto residents struggle to find on-street parking over a month after a major snowstorm due to uncleaned curbside snowbanks, affecting both residents and local businesses.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Not in Boston? Your space saver is likely illegal

Most Massachusetts communities ban parking space savers after snowstorms, with fines up to $100, though Boston allows them during declared snow emergencies for 48 hours.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

8 Ways to Reduce Your Impact Today

Simple daily choices—using reusables, conserving water, swapping to LEDs, and avoiding single-use plastics—reduce environmental impact while saving money.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

Guest Idea: Reusing Yard Debris

Yard debris such as leaves, branches, and grass clippings can be reused to improve soil health, reduce waste, and support sustainable landscapes.
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.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Council thwarted in bid to axe low-traffic zones

Tower Hamlets Council said in September 2023 it wanted to take down the LTNs and was challenged by Save our Safer Streets (Soss). The court said a failure to reconsult was among the reasons for its decision. Soss said that "thousands of local residents will be extremely pleased and relieved". Tower Hamlets Council, led by mayor Lutfur Rahman, said it was "disappointed" while London's mayor called it "good news for Londoners".
London politics
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.
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