NYC weather has a twist this week with Monday’s near record 70s soon followed by snow on Wednesday. Welcome to late winter in the Northeast.

by David Stone

The Roosevelt Island Daily News

Monday was a great day for going out for a walk, running errands or just enjoying going coatless. Although mostly cloudy, the day was warm and, until late, rain free.

But after Tuesday’s transition, Wednesday is predicted to deliver snow after early showers. With a high above freezing, the snow will be wet and sloppy… and an unbelievable contrast from Monday.

Don’t put your winter coat away yet.

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On June 18, the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation’s Real Estate Development Advisory Committee gathered to discuss ground leases, the master retail lease, and the ten additional years being offered under the Island’s master lease. Howard L. Polivy, the committee’s chair, opened the meeting as a longtime host shows guests through a familiar house, pointing out the furniture as if it had never moved an inch.

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