David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
Navigating Apps with Changes in Memory: Join Our Study
December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
Documents Show Trump Officials Skirted Rules to Reward Politically Connected and Untested Firms With Huge Pandemic Contracts
by J. David McSwane, Propublica This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Series: Coronavirus The U.S….
How a “green energy hub” may connect LIC and Roosevelt Island with a new walking bridge
A new walking bridge will connect Roosevelt Island with Long Island City, if plans work out. A “green energy hub” links up with a pedestrians only bridge.
How Two Incidents in One Day Show Why RIOC Must Change Now
RIOC must change now. We’ve said it before, and a fresh pair of incidents prove why. But will Governor do something or leave the inept patroon in place at 591 Main?
Assessing Biden’s start: Poll finds support for activist government
Carl M. Cannon | RealClearPolitics/March 30th, 2021 On March 11, 2021, Joe Biden signed into law a measure that was his top priority even before he took office: a $1.9 trillion spending bill to ease the year-long financial upheaval caused…
What is Roosevelt Island? New York’s City of Tomorrow…
What is Roosevelt Island? It’s a simple question with many answers, none fully definitive. Because Roosevelt Island is many things and a work in progress, it depends on who’s looking and what they’re looking for… By David Stone The Roosevelt Island…
Farmers Market Returns to Good Shepherd Plaza, This Weekend
Although there’s been no official word from RIOC’s alleged Communications Department, the Daily has learned that Roosevelt Island’s popular Farmers Market returns to Good Shepherd Plaza, this weekend. That’s April 3rd.
Take the Poll: Is a Bike Ban the Right Idea for Roosevelt Island Promenades Now?
Roosevelt Island promenades reflect the traditional intent: They are there for walking, but times change. Other users, especially bikes, share the space. This raises a lot of issues, from safety to comfort, and we’re offering a poll, asking your opinion.
MEDICARE FOR ALL COULD SAVE MY LIFE
My insurance says my cancer drugs aren’t “medically necessary.” No one should have to fight for care like this.
Still among the best in NYC, Roosevelt Island coronavirus infection rates stay low…
According to the latest statistics from the New York City Department of Health, Roosevelt Island’s positive rate for coronavirus infections is just 1.96%.
Looking for Roosevelt Island’s Most Caring Cat Sitter?
Deborah Julian has been Roosevelt Island’s most caring cat sitter for over a decade. With years of experience and the references to go with it, she’s ready for the individual needs of cats and their guardians.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor