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,...
Roosevelt Island Youth Center Closed by COVID Until Further Notice
RIOC’s vaunted Communications Team failed at notifying the rest of the community, but late yesterday, they tagged the Youth Center closed by COVID. Notices apparently went out only to a select group via email. By David Stone The Roosevelt Island…
Best Holiday Wishes from the Wildlife Freedom Foundation
In all seasons, Roosevelt Island’s dynamic Wildlife Freedom Foundation (WFF) pitches in, providing shelter, healthcare and advocacy for our needy animals. Now, they’re sending their best wishes to the community that supports them. More from the Roosevelt Island Daily News
The RIOC war on trees and the de-greening of Roosevelt Island
“When will RIOC’s war on our island trees stop?” she wrote. That was September, 2018, but “Just this week we lost an old maple behind the church,” another resident wrote. On December 17th, 2021. By David Stone The Roosevelt Island…
Getting your Kids to Eat that ONE Thing
Assorted Ideas, Large & Small It is really common for toddlers – and even older children – to be picky eaters. However, knowing that doesn’t make it any less frustrating when there’s ONE thing that they just won’t eat! So,…
Not so fast with the gas, says Roosevelt Islander Raye Schwartz
You may think I’m wrong, but I wonder whether the proposal to rid New York City apartments of gas is going to solve our climate change issues. I really think that there are other ways to resolve some of the issues,…
Can a Wet Christmas Be Beautiful Too?
As chances for any snow on the ground or in the air on December 25th fade, views of a Wet Christmas swell. It’s misty and beautiful, and you barely need to button up. By David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily…
What is Addiction to Television, the Issues and How To Quit
Addiction to television is a problem worsening with time, probably exacerbated by pandemic isolation, as people have more time to watch TV and fewer chances to get out of the house. By David Stone Assorted Ideas, Large & Small Addiction…
Gov. Hochul endorsed AM Seawright: What does it mean for Roosevelt Island?
Governor Kathy Hochul endorsed State Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright for reelection on Thursday. The only surprise was that it hadn’t happened sooner. By David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily News When Governor Hochul Endorsed AM Seawright Rebecca Seawright is a…
Personalized Nutrition Plans: Better Health, Weight Control?
In the past, food plans were created based on national averages. But as we now know, not everyone has the same needs and wants when it comes to their diet. More personalized nutrition plans can help with weight loss and…
Toy collecting highlights this year’s last free food pantry
“At Friday’s pantry, we are working with Public Safety to collect toys for the children in our Roosevelt Island Community,” reports RIDA president Wendy Hersh. The Roosevelt Island Daily News “This will be the last pantry until after the New…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor