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,...
Hello, Queens? Districting Commission Chucks Roosevelt Island Chaos
It’s back to “Hello, Queens,” for Roosevelt Island as the City Council Districting Commission imploded yesterday. Freshly drawn maps were rejected, putting initial maps shoving the community into Queens back in play. But local advocates say, “Not so fast…” by…
How Practical Exercise Leads to Lasting Benefits in Health and Beauty
We all know that exercise is good for us. It’s been drilled into our heads since we were children. However, sometimes it’s hard to find the motivation to get up and move when we don’t see immediate results. It can…
The Unbearable Light Headedness of Being RIOC: Board Meeting Edition
We already know that being RIOC means never having to say you’re sorry. After all, why would you when you never get it wrong? But it also means scrambling messaging and information until goofy lightheadedness seems normal. by David Stone…
Are the Feds Deflecting UN Dangers Roosevelt Island’s Way?
UN dangers were on Roosevelt Islander Raye Schwartz’s mind when she emailed City Council Member Julie Menin as the General Assembly opened. The answer she got made her furious. by David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily News “Blocking boats from…
New York pledges $5.5M to install cameras on subway trains
(The Center Square) – For those riding a New York City subway, “Big Brother” is going to be watching. And Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul wants it known. Hochul and Metropolitan Transit Authority Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber announced Tuesday that the…
Unwind For Roosevelt Island, a Big Win Now In Districting Disarray
After forceful lobbying by local activists, a big win moved Roosevelt Island closer to sensible Common Council representation. Initial redistricting maps pushed the community, along with significant chunks of the Upper East Side, into a Queens District. But protests led…
Pet Health Insurance: Why It Matters and Which One Is Best for Your Dog or Cat
Pets are part of the family, and pet health insurance is a must. Pets nourish us with companionship, unconditional love and support when we need it the most. In return, we supply them with food, shelter and love. When our…
New York City’s potential $10B deficit has it at fiscal cliff
(The Center Square) – Saying he’s been told of a looming “fiscal typhoon” that will hit New York City, Mayor Eric Adams on Monday defended the decision to request city agencies to reduce their spending by 3% for this fiscal year…
Susan Rosenthal’s Appeal Aims at Secret Haynes Tapes
Ousted RIOC CEO Susan Rosenthal’s appeal of a decision ending her lawsuit takes dead aim on discovery. She wants the evidence used in firing her, especially tapes the state says show her using improper language that justified her dismissal. The…
What Are The Most Common Cat Health Problems?
Ailments and injuries happen to all of us – even our feline friends. As a cat owner, it’s important to be aware of the most common cat health problems so you can keep an eye out for them and get…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor