Dog Run Closed at Herbert Von King Park | Newark News

Dog owners in Bed Stuy are facing a major setback as the popular dog run at Herbert Von King Park is temporarily shut down after soil tests revealed potential contamination. With no firm reopening date yet — and construction on a larger remediation project not expected until fall 2027 — locals are scrambling for alternatives, many of whom say they chose to live in the neighborhood specifically because of this park. While the rest of the park remains open, the lack of a secure, fenced-in space is especially frustrating for families with younger or less-trained dogs. Officials are still gathering details, and community frustration is mounting as residents adapt by traveling farther afield or coping with extended off-leash hours elsewhere. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/448e2fc30157ea40