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In Floral Park, the tree-cutting episode has exposed racial tensions in a community that has developed into a "Little India," with an influx of Indian immigrants and businesses shaking up the old order.

Odd Branch of Crime Sumathi Reddy 2011

Some recreation groups, such as those for dog walkers, are allied with Ms. Proctor, saying certain versions of the tree-cutting and restoration plan under consideration affect 32 parks and would severely curtail where dogs could go.

Split Over Plan to Cull Trees Jim Carlton 2011

If Indy blew up the tree-cutting vehicle from the side using the rocket launcher, why did the huge round sharp steel blades fly toward him?

Sound Off: Indiana Jones 4 - What Did You Think? « FirstShowing.net 2008

However, tree-cutting has been curtailed and the relatively unspoilt flora of the reserve is more or less intact in most areas apart from a few valleys that have been over-used by local people.

Aïr and Ténéré Natural Reserves, Niger 2008

As a result, Le Roy asked the Israeli side to delay the tree-cutting operation until the dispute is resolved, but Israel did not wait to that point.

Omar Baddar: On the Volatile Israel-Lebanon Border 2010

Though financing was being worked out -- with the United States pledging $1 billion as part of a $3.5 billion scheme -- there are concerns, including that protection in one forest won't lead to tree-cutting in others nearby.

Alex Pasternack: Copenhagen Endgame: Will the World Get a Good Foundation For Progress or a Greenwash? 2009

Are we concerned about the impact of tree-cutting for marriage licenses on global warming?

The Volokh Conspiracy » Broad domestic partnerships in Nevada: 2009

Are we concerned about the impact of tree-cutting for marriage licenses on global warming?

The Volokh Conspiracy » Broad domestic partnerships in Nevada: 2009

Most American mills also reduced their human workforces, the same as the steel, manufacturing, and auto industries did, in favor of mechanization, and some timber companies got out of the tree-cutting business altogether and turned their private property into real estate plays.

Todd Wilkinson: The Return of Citizen King 2009

Between 2,400 m and 2,700 m the conditions are more humid with a richer soil, though tree-cutting and fires have also damaged this zone.

Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, China 2009