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NY Law Designed to Protect Seagrass Beds

8.1.12 at 6:03pm by Associated Press

A new law is designed to protect New York's seagrass beds.

Issues Tank: Disparity Among Neighborhoods Seen in Asthma Report

7.18.12 at 4:53pm by Connor Ryan

New York City's asthma rate is higher than the national average, but not everyone is gasping for air.

According to a report published Wednesday by the Department of Health, one in eight children in New York City has been diagnosed with asthma. The report comes from a 2009 community survey that found racial and socioeconomic disparities among City neighborhoods when it comes to diagnoses.

Conn. Studies Bamboo: Pest or Effective Screen?

7.2.12 at 9:20am by Associated Press

Researchers are taking a new look at bamboo to figure out if it's a pest that should be banned from Connecticut.

New Program Will Help Find Lost NYC Pets

6.29.12 at 9:21am by Associated Press

A New York City pilot program will use trained volunteers and technology to help track down lost pets.

Busiest Season in Memory for NYC Bee Wranglers

6.19.12 at 9:35am by Associated Press

Experts say bees are buzzing around in a lot more public places in New York City.

NYC Says Ban On Smoking In City Parks Is Working

5.23.12 at 2:48pm by Associated Press

The New York City Health Department says its year-old ban on smoking in city parks is showing results.

NYS Senator Moves to Ban Unregulated Designer Drugs

4.24.12 at 1:11pm by Angelina Chavez, Alen Kanlic

Everything can be bought on the internet. Some things are legal, some not so much, and those in flux may err on the wrong side of the law. Such is the case with 16 new hallucinogenic designer drugs available for purchase online.

Lack of Rain in Connecticut Forces Shifts in Fishing

4.19.12 at 8:47am by Associated Press

A lack of rainfall has forced fishermen to look for new waterways, water companies to monitor reservoir levels and a state government drought committee to set its first meeting.

Death and Taxes, Literally

4.16.12 at 6:00am by Ashwin Bhandari

April 17th is Tax Day and one medical researcher says drivers need to keep their eyes on the road.

NY State Parks Bans Smoking at Playgrounds, Pools

4.9.12 at 6:37pm by Associated Press

The state is creating smoke-free areas outdoors at New York state parks and historic sites, including around playgrounds and pools.