David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
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December 2, 2025
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Siena poll: Confidence in the economy grows
(The Center Square) – A new poll released Wednesday by the Siena College Research Institute found that New Yorkers were gaining more confidence in the economy. By Steve Bittenbender | The Center Square contributor September 14th, 2022 Republish with Permission: The…
Freedom Rises As The Sun Sets At The Iconic Park Oasis
At an annual event in Roosevelt Island’s FDR Four Freedoms Park, Freedom was more than an overworked cliche. It was dramatic and visionary. Friends and supporters gathered for a special Sunset Garden Party in New York City’s most serene space….
5 Things You’ll Love About Living in Barcelona as an American Expat
When most people think of Spain, they think of Madrid or the sunny Mediterranean coastline, not Barcelona. But there’s so much more to this beautiful country than that. Barcelona is a bustling metropolis with a rich culture and a uniquely…
How To Get NYC Ferry Discount Tickets Without Excess Stress
Discount tickets for seniors, people with disabilities as well as those in the Fair Fares NYC program are now available. It’s a bit complicated, but with the help of Roosevelt Islander Sylvan Klein, we’ve sorted it out for you. Here’s…
New Yorkers freed from COVID-19 state of emergency
(The Center Square) – Gov. Kathy Hochul told reporters Monday that a COVID-19 emergency order she has twice extended will expire tonight for New Yorkers. By Steve Bittenbender | The Center Square contributor 10 hrs ago Republished with Permission: The Roosevelt…
Governor Hochul Plays RIOC’s Fool As FOIL Requests Pile Up
RIOC’s fool is not what anyone expected of Governor Kathy Hochul when she took office in August 2021. She came on strong. She promised transparency from state agencies. Then, later, she pledged to speed up FOIL requests. But the opposite…
While Inflation Takes a Toll on Seniors, Billions of Dollars in Benefits Go Unused
Millions of older adults are having trouble making ends meet, especially during these inflationary times. Yet many don’t realize help is available, and some notable programs that offer financial assistance are underused. Judith GrahamSeptember 12, 2022 Republished with Permission: The…
Manhattan Smoke Shop Robberies Suggest Perils Ahead for Legal Pot Sellers
A recent spate of robberies at tobacco shops in Manhattan points to the dangers that could lie ahead for stores selling marijuana. At the end of August, thieves reportedly stole $30,000 worth of property from the newly-opened Exotic Smoke Shop,…
Common Sense About Face Masks Now That the Mandate Is Over
One of the worst results of dealing with the COVID epidemic is face masks. How did a simple life-saving deed become political? Here on Roosevelt Island, a blogger who excels at copying and pasting others’ content hosts a reader who…
RIOC Communications Fumbles Continue with New AVP
Even with a shiny new Assistant Vice President in place, RIOC Communications remain as disconnected from reality as ever. Necessary messages never appear, and a strange reliance on social media dominates. by David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily News When…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor