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Visitors celebrate at the top of Witchs Hat Tower on Saturday, June 1. Built in 1913, Witchs Hat Tower has been a major landmark in Minneapolis for generations. New developments have been proposed near Prospect Park, and the Prospect Park Association is concerned that the height of developments will block the view from the tower.

Witch’s Hat height dictates new development

by J.D. Duggan
Published June 7, 2018
A petition by residents of Prospect Park in response a proposed development aims to ensure an unobscured view of the iconic landmark.
A rendering of The Pillars of Prospect Park, a new senior living complex.

Prospect Park development to offer senior-living, childcare

by J.D. Duggan
Published June 4, 2018
The Pillars of Prospect Park will help the University of Minnesota combat childcare shortages while employing students.
Currie Park is seen on Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Minneapolis. The Minneapolis Park Board is making improvements to the park such as converting the wading pool into a splash pad and upgrading the playground.

Community engagement drives Currie Park improvements

by J.D. Duggan
Published June 1, 2018
New improvements are underway in the Cedar-Riverside mainstay with a major focus on community involvement.
A rendering of the apartment building that will be part of a new development at 8th St and 9th St SE in Marcy Holmes. The development also includes an office building and a hotel.

New hotel will cater to University area

by Tiffany Bui
Published May 31, 2018
The Marcy-Holmes development also includes two apartments.
Kids enter the Brian Coyle Community Center on June 15, 2017.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, others assess Cedar-Riverside for potential community facility

by Kassidy Tarala
Published April 26, 2018
The neighborhood’s current center is at maximum capacity, requiring additional services.

City program aims to encourage neighborhood upkeep for the warmer season

by Tiffany Bui
Published April 23, 2018
“All Together Now!” is a partnership between the City, neighborhoods and small businesses to get residents to clean up around their property.

2020 roadmap lets Minneapolis readjust neighborhood oversight

by Isabella Murray
Published April 20, 2018
The City is currently seeking community input on its funding model.

New Prospect Park housing projects bring questions from residents

by Kassidy Tarala
Published April 19, 2018
Residents have voiced mixed reactions to proposed housing projects like Aeon and Vermilion.

Prospect Park committee approves new affordable apartment project

by Kassidy Tarala
Published April 16, 2018
The building would offer micro-apartments to young professionals and students.
The sun sets on Riverside Park, Monday Feb. 26. Neighbors have opposed the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Boards decision to rename the park after one of the longest-serving board members, Annie Young, who passed away earlier this year.

Cedar-Riverside residents dispute renaming of neighborhood park

by Carter Blochwitz
Published March 1, 2018
Residents feel they weren’t consulted over the park board's renaming of Riverside Park.

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