Bend’s tree preservation ordinance should save trees without seriously hurting the ability to meet housing needs. That may not be its precise purpose, but it’s our view of what its purpose should be.

In an effort to preserve and restore trees in North Hempstead, the town board recently approved changes to the tree code, including the creation of a preservation fund that ensures removed trees are ...

The town’s Planning and Zoning Board invited subject matter experts to discuss potential improvements to the town’s tree code ...