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Who's supposed to clear ice from city parks?

Who's supposed to clear ice from city parks?

And more importantly, why aren't they doing it?
Virginia K. Smith Jan 30, 2025
Our growing summer scourge: heat cancellations

Our growing summer scourge: heat cancellations

When does it officially become too hot to safely hang out outside, and what can we do to keep each other safe?
Virginia K. Smith Jul 25, 2024
What to do if a tornado hits New York City

What to do if a tornado hits New York City

Don't get it twisted: tornadoes can and do happen here.
Virginia K. Smith Jul 11, 2024
You don’t want this smoke: a New Yorker’s guide to our new wildfire reality

You don’t want this smoke: a New Yorker’s guide to our new wildfire reality

The smoke will inevitably be back at some point — here's how to prepare, with or without Eric Adams' help.
Virginia K. Smith May 23, 2024
The 2024 guide to NYC protest safety

The 2024 guide to NYC protest safety

Some facts on the ground have changed since 2020 — here's what you need to know to keep yourselves and each other safe out there.
Virginia K. Smith May 2, 2024
A West Coaster’s guide to New York City earthquake safety

A West Coaster’s guide to New York City earthquake safety

The mayor is out here spouting misinformation, but The Groove has got you covered.
Virginia K. Smith Apr 5, 2024
Too many New Yorkers don't know how to swim, here's how to fix that

Too many New Yorkers don't know how to swim, here's how to fix that

1 in 4 NYC kids don't know how to swim, and it's time to change that.
Tim Donnelly Mar 21, 2024

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