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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Cornbread, a famous Washington Square Park chess player, has been playing chess for 20 years in the park.

Anybody for Chess?

Imani Johnson, Contributing Writer April 24, 2017
Of all of Washington Square Park's beloved features — from the fountain to the dog park — there is nothing quite like Cornbread, a 20-year veteran of the park's chess scene.