A fence on Staten Island's Martling Avenue Bridge, which blocked views of Clove Lakes Park, is being removed after community protests and a successful campaign for its dismantlement.

The Suffolk County DA is investigating alleged abuse at Holtsville Ecology Site after a bear's death, amid claims of neglect and poor care at the refuge.

Animal welfare advocates question the care of "Honey," a bear euthanized at Holtsville Ecology Center, amid allegations of mistreatment and calls for reform.

Spotted lanternflies in NYC may be fewer but are still a concern, with increased lifespans and potential for more reproductive cycles. Predators and human efforts may combat their spread.

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.

A humpback whale was spotted under Brooklyn Bridge, a rare sighting confirmed by the U.S. Coast Guard, drawing attention and caution from onlookers and researchers alike.

Malt Drive Park, a new waterfront park in Long Island City, offers local amenities and is built to be flood-resistant, while also promoting local ecology and being adjacent to a residential development with affordable housing units.

A young alligator was rescued from a creek in Garnerville, NY, and is now in care at the Hudson Valley Humane Society after a successful operation by Haverstraw Police. The origin of the alligator is unknown.

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.

Parade with African dancers at the Bronx Zoo, or come face-to-face with real life sharks at the NY Aquarium.