A peak of New York City whimsey stands tall in Kips Bay, just a block away from the busy 34th Street NYC Ferry terminal.
A Dalmation, properly masked, balances a yellow cab on his nose.
Face it. This is just plain fun.

- IN OUR CITY HALL: Mayor Mamdani’s Bold Push to Tax the Wealthy and Close New York City’s Budget GapFriends, today brings big news from City Hall that’s sure to spark conversation across our five boroughs. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is stepping up with a major proposal to raise taxes on the city’s wealthiest residents and businesses…
- New York City Takes on the “Bathroom Crisis” With a Big New PushBy Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Friends, if you’ve ever wandered the city and found yourself desperately searching for a place to go, you’re not alone. Public bathroom access in New York City has long been a real challenge for…
- Roosevelt Island Spotlight: Julie Menin Takes the Helm as New York City Council SpeakerBy Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Hello friends! Big news out of City Hall that touches our neighborhoods from the Upper East Side to Roosevelt Island. Julie Menin, who represents our area on the City Council, has been elected Speaker…
- Mayor Mamdani’s First Executive Orders: What They Could Mean for Roosevelt IslandBy Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Hello, neighbors. A new mayoral administration always brings a moment of pause and possibility. This week, Mayor Zohran Mamdani officially began his tenure at City Hall and wasted no time making his mark, signing…
- Zohran Mamdani’s Historic Inauguration: What New Yorkers Need to KnowBy Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Hello, friends! As we turn the calendar to 2026, New York City is about to welcome a historic new leader. Zohran Mamdani, the city’s mayor‑elect, is preparing for his swearing‑in, and excitement is building…
The Other End of the Leash
The first thing winter reveals when it loosens its grip is not green grass. It is honesty.









