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A wide, paved pathway runs through a park, lined with tall, leafy green trees forming a canopy overhead. Benches and black railings border the path; sunlight filters through the dense branches.

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In NYC, a Tree Census Takes Root

The NYC Parks Department is in the midst of its fourth Trees Count, a citywide count undertaken every 10 years since 1995 to learn about the trees growing in the parks and streets of Gotham.

A brown compost bin labeled Food Scraps & Yard Waste sits on a wet sidewalk next to brownstone stairs, surrounded by fallen autumn leaves.

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Keeping Current on Compost in NYC

NYC's new composting law went into effect on April 1st, and it's no joke. Like bottles, cans, and boxes before them, food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard waste must now be separated from the trash, lest you risk accruing hefty

Medieval stone arches surround a lush courtyard garden, reminiscent of the tranquility found in some underrated NYC museums, with green grass, flowering plants, and sunlit tiled walkways casting gentle shadows under the arches.

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Four Must-See Small Museums in NYC

This quartet of can't-miss NYC museums don't need a Fifth Avenue address to get your attention.

A row of white stone lion statues and decorative finials lines the tops of brick fence posts along a sidewalk in the residential Astoria neighborhood.

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A Perfect Saturday in Astoria, Queens

This vibrant neighborhood in New York’s most expansive borough demands a thorough investigation.

Wooden shelves filled with books and several potted green plants against a white wall, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

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Six Ways How to Not Organize Your Bookshelves

Finding your sense of shelf is a journey, not a destination.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, plants in pots, light wooden furniture, a cozy armchair with a fur throw, a round rug, and large windows letting in natural light. The decor is minimalist and inviting.

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Quick Living Room Staging Tweaks to Turn Heads

A few standout pieces can convince buyers that they need to upgrade their own lives.

A woman sitting on a beige sofa in a living room uses a remote to operate a wall-mounted air conditioner. The room has modern decor, plants, shelves, and natural light coming through a window.

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Home Upgrades for Sustainability and Savings

These "green" retrofits let you save money — and the planet — one home energy bill at a time.

A potter at work molding their pottery on a pottery wheel.

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The Recs: Six Great NYC Pottery Studios

Carve up the Big Apple at these premier sledding spots across the five boroughs.

People enjoy a meal at a wooden table with colorful salads, a smoothie, a cocktail, and small potted plants. One person uses a fork and knife; phones and napkins are also on the table.

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Five Must-Try Brunch Spots in New York’s East Village

These daytime dining destinations are worth setting a weekend alarm for.