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If Ryder’s Law is passed this September, carriage horses will be protected from ending up in slaughterhouses and suffering through summer’s extreme heat.

Ryder's Law: New Yorkers push to ban horse carriages in NYC after tragic incident

New Yorkers advocate for Ryder's Law to ban horse carriages in NYC after a horse's collapse sparks outrage. The proposed law aims to protect carriage horses from heat and abuse. more

by Alaska St. Clair | 7/26/24

No city agency seems to want to be responsible for this tree, which fell over July 5 at the corner of West 234th Street and Kingsbridge Avenue, blocking a portion of the sidewalk.

Kingsbridge resident faces bureaucratic maze to report fallen tree

A Kingsbridge resident struggled to report a failing tree to city services, leading to the tree falling and blocking a sidewalk. It remains unaddressed weeks later. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/26/24

New York City will soon require residents to buy city-branded trash bins in it’s fight to keep streets clean. Businesses are already using bins, though not those sold by the city.

New York City mayor introduces new trash-bin designs to combat rat infestation

Mayor Eric Adams unveils New York City's new trash-bin designs to combat rat problem and keep streets clean. Businesses face new regulations for trash disposal. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/19/24

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50 Years on the Job

Building relationships simply by repairing one kitchen at a time

Felix Lam has been the superintendent at 2465 Palisade Ave., in Spuyten Duyvil for 50 years. The 81-year-old has made his home — and career — at the eight-story co-op since he was a young man. And how does that make him feel? “I’m very happy about it,” Lam said.

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