Local. Green Living
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New comprehensive database lists waste donation sites
Nueva base de datos integral enlista los sitios de donación de desechosThere is a new database covering hundreds of organizations where no-longer-wanted items can be donated, shared, sold or swapped in New York City...
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Good Grilling
Buena parrilladaIt’s summer and for many that means crafting and enjoying the very best burgers.
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Power Plays
Obras de poderStained-glass and guacamole? The unlikely combination is happening at Tacos Locos Deli, located at 147 Post Avenue, where an art project highlighting the role small businesses play in creating a sense of community is being displayed.
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Whip it Up: Avocados and Açai
Bátalos: aguacates y açaiIt is smart to look for easy opportunities to maximize our quality of life as we age. Stocking your kitchens with more avocados is one way to...
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Dutch Do-Over
Listos en LaskerJust north of the Conservatory Garden in Central Park is Harlem Meer. The body of water, named after the Dutch word for "small sea," is eleven...
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Primary Probes
Investigaciones primordialesIt has beat back BPA on the state level and contributed to the citywide ban on pesticides. For two decades, a research center in Washington...
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Opening Haven Avenue to the Community
Abrir la avenida Haven a la comunidadNuestra comunidad puede liderar la tarea de reconsiderar cómo nosotros, en la ciudad de Nueva York, usamos sus calles y alcanzamos...
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- Español
Fighting to the last straw
Luchando hasta la última pajillaPlease give a sip. So urged environmental advocates who rallied in support of City Council legislation that would implement a ban...
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In Curb Company
Ciudad estrena piloto de carsharePonga freno. La ciudad se ha asociado con compañías de autos compartidos (carshare) en un programa que el alcalde Bill de Blasio...
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Street Strut
Pavoneo callejeroEspere calles atascadas, pero sin un automóvil a la vista. Un tramo de nueve cuadras de la avenida St. Nicholas se cerrará al tráfic...
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A Verdant Venue
Un lugar verdeSaraí nunca había probado la menta antes. Pero la estudiante de quinto grado recientemente tuvo la oportunidad de probar la hierba,...
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Garden’s Gaze
Mirada al jardínVisitors to Bruce’s Garden in Inwood’s Isham Park might have noticed an unusual visual display...
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Celebrate Green Gym Day
Celebre el Día del Gimnasio VerdeWe no longer pay attention to the greener pastures all around us that are also our own natural play land and gymnasium.
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