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Rally: Washington Square Park plan threatens trees

Opponents of renovations to Washington Square Park rallied under its iconic arch Thursday, saying changes to the historic space will destroy its character while making 32 old-growth trees disappear.

"I think it's such a great park as it is," said protester Cathryn Swan, of Brooklyn.

She, among many others, is dissatisfied with changes such as the reduced size of the central plaza and...

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