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This organization is bringing the first monument honoring a woman to Central Park

It took over seventy years of advocacy for women to be granted the right to vote in the United States. Determined,...

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People are going crazy over this family of raccoons living at Central Park

A family of 22 or so downright cuddle-worthy (but totally wild!) raccoons has taken up residence in the southern...

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Horse carriage saga continues as de Blasio’s latest bill collapses in City Council

It looks like NYC's City Council has no problem looking a gift horse in the mouth. As reported by the New York...

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Recently unearthed evidence indicates that Central Park may have come close to not existing

Two centuries ago, surveyor John Randel, Jr. was charged with the job of laying out New York City's future grid...

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Mayor compromises on Central Park horse carriage deal in the face of intense criticism

Mayor Bill de Blasio’s stance on horses in Central Park has shifted quite a bit since his campaign days two years...

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New bill could improve conditions for Central Park carriage horses

The New York City Council is gearing up to launch a bill that would make major changes for horse-drawn carriages...

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Hundreds of twins on tandem bikes set new world record at Central Park

The festive bike ride was quite a sight to see and managed to break the previous world record for the largest...

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NYC announces permanent car ban for Central Park and Prospect Park

Sick and tired of having to dodge cars on your morning jog? Mayor de Blasio recently announced that major portions...

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How Earth Day came to be

Happy Earth Day! Today is the day that many of us will contemplate our concerns over climate change, environmental...

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden Arguably our favorite garden in the city, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an ideal place...

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Two-story penthouse at One57 becomes the most expensive condo ever sold in New York City

The 10,923-square-foot condo is housed in the luxurious mixed-used building on West 57th between Sixth and Seventh...

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Is the Central Park Loop About to Become Car-Free?

Could a car-free Central Park Loop be in New York City's future? Manhattan City Council members Helen Rosenthal...

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Horse-Drawn Carriages Anger Animal Lovers at New York Fashion Week

Argentine designer Victor de Souza's New York Fashion Week show drew crowds last week, but not everyone was there...

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Pitch a Tent Right in the City at These Urban Camping Sites in NYC

Did you know that there's no need to trek all the way upstate to go camping? Whether it's waking up to birds chirping...

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Summer Streets NYC Will Once Again Ban Cars from 7 Miles of Manhattan in August

NYC's annual Summer Streets festival is returning once again this August to turn almost 7 miles of Manhattan...

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10 Fun (and FREE) Earth Day Events to Enjoy in New York City

Earth Under the Spotlight Get up close and personal with Mother Earth as you collect rocks, survey soil, and study...

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Horseless Electric Carriages Debut at the New York Auto Show

Animal Rights Group NYCLASS (New Yorkers for Clean, Livable and Safe Streets) commissioned the model prototype...

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PHOTOS: The New Tavern on the Green is Aiming for LEED Silver Certification

As most New Yorkers now know from reading the numerous anticipatory articles about the re-opening, Tavern On The...

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NYC’s New Tavern on the Green Restaurant Will Seek LEED Silver Certification

When it finally opens its doors on April 24th, NYC's famed Tavern on the Green restaurant will boast a slew of...

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Tavern on the Green Set to Reopen This Month with a Menu Featuring Local Ingredients

After two years of renovations and a series of hold ups, Central Park's historic Tavern on the Green restaurant...

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Do You Agree with Liam Neeson’s Stance About Horse-Drawn Carriages in NYC?

It looks like actor Liam Neeson is not "Taken" with NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio's efforts to ban horse-drawn carriages...

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Liam Neeson Clashes with Mayor de Blasio on NYC Horse Carriage Ban

You probably know Liam Neeson for his Taken movie series, but now the actor has taken a starring role in the...

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Newly Renovated Tavern on the Green Slated to Re-Open This Month

After years of being shuttered, Central Park’s historic Tavern on the Green will soon be reopening to the public....

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Winter Jam 2014: Ski, Sled and Snowboard on a Giant Mountain of Snow Today In New York!

If you've been shaking your fist at Old Man Winter these past few weeks, here's a chance to experience all of that...

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Tavern on the Green Slated to Reopen This Month with Local Food-Filled Menu

The long-awaited resurrection of New York’s historic Tavern on the Green restaurant is slated to make its big...

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Bill de Blasio Says “It’s Over” for Horse-Drawn Carriages in Central Park

Horse-drawn carriages might soon be a thing of the past if Bill de Blasio has his way. The mayor-elect recently vowed...

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Squirrels Were Introduced to U.S. Parks to “Maintain People’s Health and Sanity”

"SQUIRREL!" Have you ever wondered why parks and other urban green spaces are filled with squirrels? Well, Etienne...

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Sea Mirror: Yann Kersalé’s Dazzling LED and Heliostat Installation Opens in Sydney

Sea Mirror, also called Miroir de Mer, is Yann Kersalé's newest light project for Sydney. The permanent installation...

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Super-Skinny Skyscraper Taller Than the Empire State Building Gets Approval for Midtown NYC

It’s skinny, it's taller than the Empire State Building and it’s coming to Midtown. SHoP Architects’ super-slim,...

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What If the Roosevelt Island Tram Was Extended to Run from Queens Plaza to Central Park?

If you're a fan of the Roosevelt Island Tram, imagine how cool it would be if those amazing panoramic views of...

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