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A coyote dug under a six‑foot fence and injured a family dog in Irvington, then reportedly approached a toddler. Local police and village officials are urging vigilance during pupping season.
Jun 17, 2026
Coyote Terror in Irvington Backyard: Dog Mauled, Toddler Spooked
Jun 10, 2026
Carriage Horse Found Dead Just Off Central Park West
Jun 09, 2026
Empire State Trail Is New York’s $1.87 Billion Money Machine
Jun 08, 2026
Furry River Outsider: Rare Beaver Cruises By Gansevoort Peninsula
A carriage horse was found dead inside Central Park near 72nd Street, NYPD says. The death comes amid renewed calls to phase out horse‑drawn rides.
A new Parks & Trails New York study finds the 750‑mile Empire State Trail drives $1.87 billion in annual economic activity and nearly 9.8 million visits. The report highlights jobs, tax revenue and health benefits across New York.
A beaver was filmed swimming near the Gansevoort Peninsula — the first confirmed beaver sighting in Hudson River Park’s estuarine sanctuary.
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