Journalism prof. discusses public park funding at environmental conference
The professor, who co-authored a report detailing ways to increase funding for public park maintenance in the city, deliberated his findings at the Wednesday conference.
Invasive lanternflies have arrived in Washington Square
The invasive insects, which have been spotted by students across the city, spread easily and can be harmful to trees and other wildlife. New Yorkers have been instructed to crush them.
Opinion: You need to be around more trees
This semester, it's time to seek out more parks and green spaces in New York City.
‘Stalking the celebration’: NYPD clashes disrupt Washington Square Park Pride march
Eight people were arrested at the park on June 27 in a series of incidents widely circulated on social media. Students and park-goers say the heightened police presence makes them feel unsafe.
Artist, Who Was Tackled by WSP Officers, Charged With Assault and Resisting Arrest
Oriel Ceballos, an artist who frequently sells his work in Washington Square Park, was arrested by park officers in October, but feels hopeful that he will be fully dismissed at his hearing in January.
Free fitness classes in New York City
Staying fit on a student budget doesn't have to be difficult, especially when you live in NYC.
