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Browse or search our collection of news announcements dating back to 2003, including notifications of park openings and renamings, programs and special events, and employee and agency accomplishments.

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November 14

QUALIFYING EXAMS TO BECOME A CITY LIFEGUARD START NEXT MONTH! NYC PARKS CALLS ON ALL INTERESTED NEW YORKERS TO SIGN UP NOW

Thanks to City’s successful contract negotiations, hourly wages for lifeguards are now $22.00 with a $1,000 annual bonus for returning lifeguards New modified test and free Swim Prep program make it easier than ever to get certified NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue was joined today by...

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Nov 9

Mayor Adams Bans Grilling in Parks, Reminds New Yorkers to Take Additional Precautions and Conserve Water Amidst Elevated Fire Risk and Historic Drought

Nov 8

NYC PARKS ANNOUNCES INNOVATIVE NEW PLAN TO FILL EVERY AVAILABLE STREET TREE PLANTING LOCATION IN LESS THAN 10 YEARS