Birds of Rye is an editorial series highlighting the resident and migratory birds of Rye. If you would like to contribute bird photography, or if you have feedback on this series, please contact us. The Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus) is described by eBird as a “Large, brownish woodpecker with black barring on the back and […]
Category: Rye Marshlands
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Giving Rye: Meet the Friends of Marshlands
Giving Rye is a feature series highlighting non-profits and community groups in and around the City of Rye. Today meet David Styler of the Friends of Marshlands, Inc. Name:Â David Styler Organization:Â Friends of Marshlands, Inc. Your Role: Secretary and board member. My role is to take minutes at our monthly meetings, to help create written communications […]
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Birds of Rye: Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus)
Birds of Rye is an editorial series highlighting the resident and migratory birds of Rye. If you would like to contribute bird photography, or if you have feedback on this series, please contact us. The Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) is described by eBird as a “Large and widespread owl with distinctive ear tufts. Found […]
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Birds of Rye: Northern Yellow Warbler (Setophaga aestiva)
Birds of Rye is an editorial series highlighting the resident and migratory birds of Rye. If you would like to contribute bird photography, or if you have feedback on this series, please contact us. The Northern Yellow Warbler (Setophaga aestiva) is described by eBird as a “Common and conspicuous warbler with extensive range across North […]
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Birds of Rye: Barred Owl (Strix varia)
Birds of Rye is an editorial series highlighting the resident and migratory birds of Rye. If you would like to contribute bird photography, or if you have feedback on this series, please contact us. The Barred Owl (Strix varia) is described by eBird as a “Large owl, mottled brown and white. Rounded head lacks ear […]
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Westchester County Pledges Consultation on Marshlands Conservancy Expansion
After a burst of recent concern around a proposed expansion of facilities inside Marshlands Conservancy park, on Monday Westchester County said via its communications department that it was early in the project, that “all relevant stakeholders will be consulted” “at the appropriate time” and that the County would then present to the Rye City Council […]
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LETTER: Historic Jay Cemetery Threatens to Revoke Easement Amid Marshlands Park Expansion Dispute
In a letter to MyRye.com, Peter Doane, the president of the Jay Cemetery and a descendent of Founding Father John Jay, says his board is “deeply concerned” with the County’s plans to expand facilities in the Marshlands Conservancy park. The Jay Cemetery is a key neighbor of the park – it exists inside the park […]
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Skepticism and Calls for Transparency Greet Marshlands Conservancy Expansion Plans
Information seems to be in short supply when it comes to the proposed expansion plans at the Marshlands Conservancy, run by Westchester County Parks. The County says its process is early, and that plans will be in keeping with the current uses of the park, well communicated and seek all the required approvals. Others express […]
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Birds of Rye: Willow Flycatcher (Empidonax traillii)
Birds of Rye is an editorial series highlighting the resident and migratory birds of Rye. If you would like to contribute bird photography, or if you have feedback on this series, please contact us. The Willow Flycatcher (Empidonax traillii) is described by eBird as a “Small flycatcher, extremely similar to several other species. Prefers shrubby […]
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LETTER: Unvetted $11M Development Proposal Threatens Marshlands Park in Rye
Updated Thursday, 12/4/2025 On Wednesday evening, December 3, 2025 the Westchester County Board of Legislators will hold a public hearing on its 2026 budget, including nearly $11 million dollar plan to expand the roadway, parking area and park facility in Marchlands Conservancy, a 147 acre wildlife gem and by the authority of its own friends […]