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Several Upper West Side Intersections Named Among NYC's Most Dangerous in New Safety Map – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

Several Upper West Side Intersections Named Among NYC's Most Dangerous in New Safety Map

Several intersections near Central Park West have been deemed among NYC's most dangerous, raising alarm for safety as advocates push for urgent improvements.

Economics Senior Earns Third Place at State Competition for Research on Value of Central Park Views – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

Economics Senior Earns Third Place at State Competition for Research on Value of Central Park Views

Naomy Guerrero Flores from Manhattan College has earned recognition for her research on the economic impact of Central Park views on property values.

OPINION: On Fifth Avenue, Pedestrians Must Come First – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

OPINION: On Fifth Avenue, Pedestrians Must Come First

Discussions around the Future of Fifth Partnership aim to prioritize pedestrians, creating a safer and more accessible Fifth Avenue for millions accessing Central Park.

Ryder's Law stalls: Bill to phase out NYC horse carriage industry halted by council committee – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

Ryder's Law stalls: Bill to phase out NYC horse carriage industry halted by council committee

Ryder's Law, aimed at phasing out NYC's horse carriage industry, has been stalled by a city council committee amid concerns about animal welfare and economic impact.

Proposal for MET Tang Wing for Modern and Contemporary Art Enhances Central Park's Landscape – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

Proposal for MET Tang Wing for Modern and Contemporary Art Enhances Central Park's Landscape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art plans to construct a new wing, enhancing Central Park's landscape with art while promoting sustainability.

Will Security Concerns Impact Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Love of Transit and Bikes? – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

Will Security Concerns Impact Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Love of Transit and Bikes?

Security concerns challenge Mayor Mamdani’s enthusiasm for transit and biking, particularly around Central Park, sparking discussions on public safety.

Friday's Headlines: After the Flood Edition – Article thumbnail
Urban Policy & Development

Friday's Headlines: After the Flood Edition

Recent flooding incidents in Central Park reveal significant issues related to urban planning and infrastructure inadequacies in New York City.