The artificial pond in Morningside Park, on the site where Columbia University once tried to build a gym, has been covered with toxic algae for years.
Tag: Parks and Other Recreation Areas
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The Pickleball War of Central Park is Led By ‘Paddleball Paul’
Pickleball is everywhere, and one man is making his last stand on the handball courts of Central Park. It’s not going very well.
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5 National Park Destinations That Aren’t Parks
The National Park Service isn’t just the 63 big-name parks. Here are national monuments, a lakeshore and two other less crowded alternatives to explore the country’s natural beauty and attractions.
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Fatal Shooting of a Teenager Shocks an Urban Oasis
A 15-year-old boy was killed near basketball courts at Riverbank State Park in Harlem, a popular spot for picnics, gardening and swimming.