The appellate court has stayed the eviction of Elizabeth Street Garden, halting the construction of Haven Green, a project for affordable senior housing, amid community contestation.

The article discusses whether apes can ask questions, highlighting that despite their sign language skills and understanding, apes like Koko and Washoe haven't shown this behavior, suggesting it may be a uniquely human trait.

Books about Flaco the owl detail his life post-escape from Central Park Zoo and his impact on New Yorkers, including legislation related to urban wildlife.

NYC residents are pushing for a certification program to protect bodega cats while maintaining food safety, providing veterinary care and managing expenses for their upkeep. The petition reflects the community's affection for these local felines.

Central Park will undergo renovations to improve space allocation for pedestrians and cyclists, introducing new paths and traffic signals, with work commencing mid-March.

Elizabeth Street Garden in Little Italy faces eviction as NYC plans to develop affordable senior housing on the site, despite legal appeals and community opposition.

Hoboken bird advocates aim to build an artificial island for Common Terns to replace their deteriorating pier habitat, amidst fundraising and awareness efforts.

The New York City Council has passed a bill for adding 1,000 public restrooms by 2035, addressing the city's facilities shortage. The plan follows a $5.6 million renovation of Tompkins Square Park's restrooms and raises discussions on maintenance.

A wild turkey, possibly known as "Astoria" or "Rosie," disrupted Manhattan traffic during rush hour, evading capture and attracting attention from locals familiar with her city appearances.

Central Park unveils the new Davis Center at Harlem Meer, replacing Lasker Rink and Pool, offering diverse outdoor activities, a swimming pool, and an ice-skating rink to New Yorkers.

The new Davis Center opens at Harlem Meer in Central Park, replacing the old Lasker Rink with a year-round pool and ice rink, serving as a community hub.

The New York Restoration Project is distributing 1,000 blight-resistant hybrid chestnut trees to NYC residents to revive the nearly extinct American chestnut species.

Zygi Wilf's Garden Homes faces local opposition in New Jersey for a proposed 496-unit development on the Watchung Mountains, with concerns over potential increased flooding and environmental impact.

Bryant Park's free movie series returns this summer, starting June 9th with "Pretty in Pink." Films will be shown every Monday night through August 11th.

A section of East River Park in Manhattan has reopened with new amenities after an uplift for flood prevention, part of the $1.5 billion East Side Coastal Resiliency Project.

Mayor Eric Adams announced the "Central Park Conservancy Partnership" to improve the park by coordinating agencies and raising awareness on issues like illegal peddling and noise.

The new Gottesman Pool at Central Park's Davis Center near Harlem Meer is ready for public use, providing a versatile recreational space transformed seasonally into a turf field and ice rink.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams inaugurated the outdoor pool season, with new Gottesman Pool in Central Park among 64 others. The city now has 680 lifeguards and the "Learn to Swim" program is expanded.

Collective Retreats Governors Island in NYC opens for its 2025 season, offering serene glamping near Manhattan with various accommodation options and activities.

The Central Park Conservancy supports a bill to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park, citing safety and maintenance concerns after recent horse accidents.

A NYC woman found a 2.3-carat diamond in Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds State Park, planning to use it for an engagement ring after three weeks of searching. She had prepared by training and setting up camp.

The Central Park Conservancy is advocating for the ban of horse-drawn carriages in Central Park, citing safety and welfare issues, while the TWU proposes alternatives to protect jobs. The issue has become a topic in the mayoral race.

Alex Rolon created "Rio Manhattan," an unofficial water park in Washington Heights using a fire hydrant, gaining popularity and police support, despite being illegal.

Central Park's "Furever Tree," a pet memorial, was removed due to damage from environmental stress and decorations, with new memorial options considered.

Central Park playgrounds are being overrun by bold rats that forage through strollers and approach people, causing unease among parents and children, despite a citywide decrease in rat sightings.

A horse-drawn carriage incident in Central Park, where a horse ran loose, leads to safety concerns and debates about the future of the carriage industry.

NY4P's Daffodil Project in NYC distributes bulbs and seeds for citywide planting, honoring 9/11 victims and advocating for park funding.

Bank of America Winter Village opens at Bryant Park on October 24, offering ice skating, shopping, and dining.

Manhattan's East River parking lot is being converted into an outdoor gym and community space, part of a wider initiative to revitalize Kips Bay and the waterfront.

Mayor Eric Adams has designated the Elizabeth Street Garden as official NYC parkland, potentially complicating plans for affordable senior housing on the site.

NYC Councilmember Holden is pushing to ban horse-drawn carriages, citing animal welfare and safety, while facing opposition from workers and legal challenges from TWU against animal rights group NYCLASS.

Developers sue Mayor Eric Adams over his declaration of the Elizabeth Street Garden as parkland, arguing it circumvents the formal city land-use process and hampers affordable housing plans.

Mayor Eric Adams and partners have opened an $11 million athletic field, the "Harlem Field of Dreams," at the Charles Young Playground in Harlem to engage youth and foster community relations.

A coyote was seen strolling on Central Park's frozen Turtle Pond in NYC, highlighting the park's role as a wildlife sanctuary within the urban environment.

A horse carriage accident in Midtown NYC has reignited debate over horse-drawn carriages in the city, with calls for legislative change and references to Ryder's Law for their phase-out.

NYPD Harbor Unit officers pulled a bald eagle from Hudson River ice; the bird is now in very serious condition at The Raptor Trust in Millington.

A $1.45 billion rebuild has reshaped East River Park into a coastal defense — offering new protection while reopening old fights over lost trees and public space.

Ramon Aponte Park may reopen in phases after a nearby scaffold collapse, but the main climbing structure will remain fenced until DOB inspections clear new scaffolding.

Foley Square’s small Thomas Paine Park is cracking and cluttered: locals and inspection records say the plaza has broken pavement, faulty lights and overflowing trash. The city says it’s aware and is seeking solutions.

A 1,200-square-foot Classroom has opened inside the Wagner Park Pavilion, offering harbor views and programming from immersive performances to neighborhood meetings.

Three Falls State Park is a new 90‑acre park on Cayuga Lake that folds waterfalls, half‑mile shoreline and future docks, trails and a nature center into a public space at the former Camp Barton. The site is open for passive recreation while upgrades are phased in.

Over 100 advocates rallied at City Hall in the rain, demanding at least 1% of the city budget for parks to shore up staffing and maintenance.

The West 133rd Street playground in St. Nicholas Park was named one of ten sites to share in a $50M Community Parks Initiative investment. The rebuild will follow community design and is expected to take a few years.

City health officials have raised water‑quality and safety questions about the East River +POOL pilot, prompting extra testing and changes to the timeline. Regulators want more proof before swimmers can dive in.

Randall's Island athletic fields reopened Friday with new turf and repaired walkways after being used as temporary migrant housing; a community day welcomed students back.

Pickleball returns to Central Park next week as Wollman Rink is converted into 14 courts. CityPickle's 2026 lineup includes daily play, clinics and community sessions.

One year after a $160M makeover, the Davis Center at Harlem Meer has drawn more than 170,000 visitors and reshaped Central Park’s north end.

New York released a final 30x30 plan to protect 30% of land and water by 2030, but state figures show a roughly 2.44M‑acre shortfall and steep yearly targets.

A new analysis finds nesting wading birds in the NY–NJ harbor have plunged; the black-crowned night heron’s losses threaten local disappearance by 2035.