Creature Comforts

By Gotham Rex on July 6, 2022

Animal life may not be the first thing that comes to mind about New York City, but look and you’ll find it. Source: New York Times

The Jail Oversight Board That Failed to Sound the Alarm

By Gotham Rex on November 9, 2021

The Board of Correction, which has the power to monitor Rikers Island and other city jails, took no action as deaths behind bars increased. Source: New York Times

William Conway, Who Reimagined America’s Zoos, Is Dead at 91

By Gotham Rex on November 5, 2021

He sought to conserve wildlife and encouraged zoos to exhibit animals in their natural habitats. But he lost a battle to rename the Bronx Zoo. Source: New York Times

Caring for the Wildlife That Stray Into the Suburbs

By Gotham Rex on July 20, 2021

It’s baby-animal season in the towns north of New York. But with many of the mothers gone missing, humans are stepping in to help out. Source: New York Times

Here are the Best Animal Livestreams

By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020

Research shows that watching footage of them can make you happier, so here’s a list of round-the-clock camera footage that will bring koalas, penguins and puppies straight to your screen. Source: New York Times

Beaver Frolics in the Hudson Outside Former Trump Buildings

By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2019

Beaver Frolics in the Hudson Outside Former Trump Buildings A beaver swam in the Hudson River on Monday morning around West 71st Street, a happy sight that would have been unthinkable just over a decade ago. Ralph Stone

Pupper West Side: Duke Loves Jazz and His Special Spot in Central Park

By Gotham Rex on February 12, 2019

Pupper West Side: Duke Loves Jazz and His Special Spot in Central Park There’s a particular corner near the Pinetum in Central Park with a hot dog stand that I enjoy visiting.

It’s Peak Bird-Watching Season in Central Park; Birding Bob and the Gang Are Soaring

By Gotham Rex on April 30, 2018

It’s Peak Bird-Watching Season in Central Park; Birding Bob and the Gang Are Soaring Adrenaline is running high among amateur ornithologists as dozens of species of migratory birds make their annual pit stops in Central Park.

Bull Moose Dog Run Up for Renovation; Special Focus on ‘Ponds’ and Small Dogs

By Gotham Rex on October 24, 2017

Bull Moose Dog Run Up for Renovation; Special Focus on ‘Ponds’ and Small Dogs A popular dog run is expected to get an upgrade that will keep massive puddles from forming when it rains, and create a new protected area…

Shelter Dogs from Puerto Rico Expected to Come to UWS on Saturday

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2017

Shelter Dogs from Puerto Rico Expected to Come to UWS on Saturday Camp Canine at 46 West 73rd Street is teaming with other organizations to help another dog shelter in a hurricane-battered region. About 25 dogs

‘BAGEL SQUIRREL’ HAS A CARB-FILLED WEEKEND

By Gotham Rex on August 27, 2017

‘BAGEL SQUIRREL’ HAS A CARB-FILLED WEEKEND This squirrel lugged a bagel up a tree by the stairs at 79th Street in Riverside Park. Kristina, who was dragged to the park

BRU, THE SWEETHEART DOG OF BEACON PAINT, LEAVES A HAPPY LEGACY

By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2017

BRU, THE SWEETHEART DOG OF BEACON PAINT, LEAVES A HAPPY LEGACY The sidewalks did not tremble and the streetlights did not flicker, but a small wave rippled across the Upper West Side two weeks ago. Bru the dog had passed…

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