Tag: parks-department

Queens parks host family-friendly holiday events between Christmas and New Year’s

Large globe against sky at Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Dec. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Queens families looking for festive and educational holiday fun need look no further than their local parks. NYC Parks is hosting a variety of family-friendly events throughout the borough this holiday season, ranging from nature-themed activities to puppet shows. These events, held in collaboration with the Urban Park…

Francis Lewis Park in Whitestone receives $2.1M for upgrades to restrooms, water fountains

Francis Lewis Park in Whitestone

Sep. 27, 2023 By Iryna Shkurhan Newly allocated funding will bring upgraded restrooms and a three-part water fountain for drinking, filling up bottles and hydrating pets at Francis Lewis Park in Whitestone.  Councilwoman Vickie Paladino announced the allocation of $2.1 million for improvements to the 17-acre park in partnership with City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams…
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City reopens beaches along the Rockaways after thorough search for sharks

Aug. 9, 2023 By Bill Parry The city’s Parks Department reopened the beaches along the 10-mile stretch of the Rockaways Wednesday morning after a thorough search of the shoreline determined it was safe to allow swimmers back into the water. The FDNY and NYPD used drone technology to ensure the shoreline was clear after an…
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