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Greater Riverdale contains many parks and green spaces, including Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park.

Dinowitz urges appeal after federal judge strikes down New York climate superfund law

A federal judge ruled New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act unconstitutional and preempted by federal law, blocking the $75 billion program backed by Assembly member Jeffrey Dinowitz. more

by Olivia Young | 9/11/26

The Major Deegan Expressway runs through the South Bronx along the Harlem River, up through Kingsbridge Heights and Van Cortlandt Park.

Bronx environmentalists call for more data on congestion pricing’s air quality effects

A city health report found congestion pricing had no significant effect on air pollution, but Bronx environmental activists say more monitoring and research are needed to assess its impact on already-polluted communities. more

by Olivia Young | 8/28/26

A massive tree crashed down on Henry Hudson Parkway West during an intense storm on Aug. 7.

Downed trees highlight challenges facing greater Riverdale’s urban forest

A powerful Aug. 7 storm left downed trees and damaged vehicles across greater Riverdale, renewing concerns about urban tree maintenance as severe weather becomes more frequent across New York City. more

by Michelle Mullen | 8/21/26

A group of nine Wave Hill interns presented research conducted during the Woodland Ecology Research Mentorship program, at both the American Museum of Natural History and Wave Hill.

Wave Hill youth researchers present findings on urban forest health and restoration

Wave Hill’s youth scientists presented research on bat activity, forest fragmentation and American chestnut restoration at the American Museum of Natural History after a 14-month ecology internship. more

by Michelle Mullen | 8/21/26

A scorched tree trunk in Prospect Park from the November 2023 brush fire, with new.growth visible in the surrounding soil, as observed by Cornell University’s Lab of Urban Plant Ecology.

Riverdale residents explore whether prescribed burns could benefit city parks

Riverdale residents explored whether prescribed burns could reduce wildfire risks and invasive species in Bronx parks, but city officials say population density, smoke and safety concerns make them impractical. more

by Olivia Young | 8/14/26

Holding a freshly pulled water chestnut, Noel Hefele pointed to groups of leaf clusters, known as rosettes. A small flower on every rosette produces as many as two dozen seeds that can remain viable for more than a decade. “It self-pollinates, which is part of why it can explode so intensely,” Hefele said. "We end up having a pretty intimidating game of numbers that we're engaged in here."

Wetland Wednesdays target invasive water chestnuts in Van Cortlandt Park

Volunteers and teen interns with the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance remove invasive water chestnuts from Hester and Piero's Mill Pond each summer to restore habitat, protect wildlife and improve water quality. more

by Michelle Mullen | 7/31/26

The city’s AQI hit its peak at “very unhealthy” on June 16, a step above the lowest level, “hazardous,” according to New York City Emergency Management.

5 things to know about New York City's wildfire smoke and air quality

Canadian wildfire smoke pushed New York City's air quality into unhealthy levels, prompting health advisories, school and parks adjustments, and expanded city services as officials warned smoke could return while Ontario fires continue. more

by Olivia Young | 7/24/26

The Yonkers Joint Wastewater Treatment Plant at 1 Fernbrook St. experienced its first complete shutdown in history over the Fourth of July holiday.

Environmentalists raise concerns after wastewater plant spill near Riverdale

A power failure at Westchester's Yonkers wastewater treatment plant released millions of gallons of partially treated sewage into the Hudson River, prompting health advisories and renewed concerns about aging infrastructure and climate resilience. more

by Michelle Mullen | 7/17/26

Ahead of the July 4 weekend, kids took to Vinmont Veteran Park to enjoy the cool relief of the site’s sprinklers. New York City Emergency Management recommends when outdoors, avoid strenuous physical activity, stay hydrated, stay out of direct sun, wear light clothes, use a hat or sunscreen, and avoid drinks with alcohol, caffeine or sugar.

Riverdale area navigates city’s dangerous summer heat wave

A dangerous heat wave pushed New York City to 100 degrees for the first time since 2012, prompting emergency measures as experts explained the weather pattern and warned about heat stroke risks. more

by Olivia Young | 7/10/26

This year’s dramatic snow storms and freezing weather harmed some of Wave Hill’s plants.

Bronx gardens adapt to unpredictable weather as climate change alters growing seasons

Wave Hill and the New York Botanical Garden are adapting to climate change as warmer temperatures, extreme weather and shifting bloom cycles challenge plant collections and reshape long-term horticultural planning in the Bronx. more

by Michelle Mullen | 6/26/26

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