Asar John, Samantha Maldonado, Author at THE CITY

As NYC Expands Food Scrap Collection, Local Composting Businesses Seek New Clients

Aug. 30, 2023, 5:00 a.m.Aug. 30, 2023, 8:11 p.m.

Many of the small composters that had stepped in to provide New Yorkers options during the pandemic are pivoting to collecting commercial organic waste.

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How to Record a Conversation or Phone Call in New York

Aug. 25, 2023, 5:00 a.m.May 9, 2024, 1:59 p.m.

Is it legal to record a conversation in New York? How about a scene on the street, or an incident with police? Here are the basics.

Migrant Crisis

Soccer League Protesting Randall’s Island Migrant Tents Is Led By a City Commissioner

Aug. 10, 2023, 8:25 p.m.March 14, 2024, 2:24 p.m.

A Manhattan dad pulled his kids from play after city consumer affairs chief Vilda Mayuga circulated a petition asking Mayor Adams to cancel shelters on sports fields.

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bedford-Stuyvesant Mourns the Loss of Beloved Dangler Mansion One Year Later

July 19, 2023, 5:00 a.m.July 19, 2023, 1:41 p.m.

The demolition of a mansion that was used as a community clubhouse has left a wound, and also spurred neighborhood activism.

Budget

Funds for NYCHA Playground Fixes Slide Down in New City Budget

July 12, 2023, 5:00 a.m.July 12, 2023, 10:54 a.m.

In the height of summer, more than one in 10 public housing playgrounds currently is closed for repairs.

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How to Compost Yard Waste Curbside in New York

June 30, 2023, 5:00 a.m.Oct. 11, 2023, 12:56 p.m.

Garbage rules are changing June 30 for people in Queens, with Brooklyn following quickly behind. Here’s what to know about separating your grass clippings from your regular trash.