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.

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.

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

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.

The Native Nursery under New York's Kosciuszko Bridge thrives, cultivating native plants and supported by concert revenue, fostering urban biodiversity and community engagement.

The Erie Canal's 200th anniversary sparks discussions on its future, balancing historical significance, ecological impact, and its shift from commerce to recreation.

Governor Hochul announces Watkins Glen State Park's camping season to open early on May 8-10, 2026, to coincide with the NASCAR Cup Series race weekend.

Long Island's Holtsville Ecology Center is closing due to budget issues and allegations of animal neglect, despite being a popular educational resource for nearly 50 years.

The Town of Oyster Bay named a park after Omer Neutra, a fallen soldier and Plainview native, featuring a basketball court honoring his love for the sport.

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

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

A study highlights the decline of horseshoe crab populations in Long Island Sound, attributing the decrease to climate change, habitat loss, and overharvesting, with a yearly decline of 2-9%.

A proposed 72-story tower near Fort Greene Park in Brooklyn is raising concerns over potential shadows and local infrastructure strain, sparking debate amid the need for affordable housing.