- Lottery Money Funds Parks, Playgrounds, and Wildlife Protection in CO
The Fort Morgan Times "If you have a park in your neighborhood, it probably came from lottery dollars," says the spokesman for the Colorado Lottery. (February 27)
- Are Rooftop Gardens Right For Future WTC Site?
NY Times Designs for the World Trade Center site call for atriums, terraces, and roof gardens - but will anyone ever use these public spaces that are stories above street level? (February 13)
- MA Legislative Leaders Concerned About Access To Recreational Services
Boston Associate Press Governor Romney's planned elimination of the commission that overseas many of the state's parks, beaches and public pools could potentially leave residents without access to recreational activities. (February 10)
- Red-Tailed Hawks in New York City's Tompkins Square Park
The Villager The NYC Parks Department has put up a nest in hopes that the pair of hawks will use it to mate and raise their young. (February 5)
- Olmsted Parks Remain a Point of Pride For Buffalo, NY
The Buffalo News Buffalo is one of five cities in the country with an Olmsted system of parks, parkways and circles. (February 1)