Category: Urban
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MTA Fare Hikes Are Coming: What Subway, Bus, Train, and Toll Increases Mean for NYC Riders
Fares are increasing again in the New Year, but subway and bus fares are not the only fee on the rise. Find out more of what is changing and what it would cost you.
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World Soil Day: The Urban Life Beneath Our Feet
Soil is a living system that shapes our food, water, and climate, forming differently across regions based on rock, weather, and organic matter. With NYC’s expanding composting programs, residents can help rebuild healthy soils even in a dense urban environment.
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Take a Hike: 3 Reasons Why you Need a Hike
To being surrounded by luscious green and chirps of birds or a terrain of rocks and shrubs – hiking is a wonderful way to reconnect with nature and yourself. Find 3 ways hiking can dramatically improve your life- and places you can go without a car!
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Mamdani Wins Election- What does that mean for New York’s Environment?
Zohran Mamdani wins Mayoral election in one of the hottest campaign races against Cuomo and Silwa. The Democratic socialist has a lot of ambitious aims; his environmental plans are not necessarily the focus of his plan. Let take an inside look of what this could mean for NYC.
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How to Save Your Seeds For Next Season
Learn how to collect, dry, and store seeds from your garden this fall – from squash to berries – and even how to prepare plants like figs for a New York winter. Explore the scientific insights on seed longevity and genetics happening in your garden.
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Nightshade: The poison that could be in your backyard
In New York’s green spaces, you might stumble across deadly nightshade – a plant as beautiful as it is dangerous, with a history that blurs the line between remedy and risk.
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From $3 Swipes to Gridlock Gripe: MTA’s Fare Hike Adds Insult to NYC Subway Misery
Another fare hike, another headache: The MTA’s $3 swipe is coming soon—but with crumbling service, endless delays, and congestion pricing looming, riders are asking: What exactly are we paying for?
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Bug Off! NYC’s Worst Biters & How to Avoid Them
Mosquitoes, ticks, and other tiny terrors are crashing NYC’s summer. Here’s your survival guide.
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NYC’s Secret Role in Saving Migrating Birds
Every spring, millions of birds migrate through New York City—navigating parks, skyscrapers, and hidden hazards. Learn how NYC is working to protect them, and how you can help keep the skies safe.
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Flora Friday: Why Strawberries Deserve a Spot in Your Spring Garden
Strawberries are easy to grow, nutritious, and support local ecosystems. This guide offers tips for cultivation and a delicious shortcake recipe to enjoy your harvest.
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