RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

Month: February 2023

A History of Earthquakes in the U.S.

If you live in the United States, chances are you’ve experienced an earthquake at some point in your life. That’s the simple history of earthquakes in the U.S. From the devastating 1906 San Francisco earthquake to more recent quakes like…

Bullying: “I will shoot your head.” 10-Year-Old’s Threat at PS/IS 217

By the time a worried parent contacted us about the bullying at PS/IS 217, it had gone on for over a year. It culminated finally in the death threat. School officials have been powerless to stop it and protect a…

Born on Roosevelt Island, The Monkey King Swings Into 2023

It’s the spring of 2018, and The Monkey King: A Kung-Fu Musical makes its debut at the Howe Theatre on Roosevelt Island. Commissioned by Kristi Towey at the Main Street Theatre & Dance Alliance (MSTDA), it’s a lively reversal played…

The New RIOC Passion for Self-Promotion Embarrasses Gretchen Robinson

What Chief Counsel Gretchen Robinson did may not embarrass her, but it should. Fifth in a series of what look like Jobs Wanted ads, Robinson snags space on a website set up for… wait for it… entrepreneurs. The results are…

Are New York City Streets Getting Filthier? The Numbers Aren’t So Clear

Mayor Eric Adams’ war on trash and rats has led him to increase funding for more litter-basket pickup and lot-cleanup programs — but his office is at odds with New York’s Strongest about how they measure whether a street is…

Motorgate Rate Increases, As Foolish As They Are Uncaring

Sometimes, you run out of words. Describing RIOC’s heartless and thick-headed Motorgate rate increases backs us against the wall in frustration. Already grossly incompetent, management under Governor Kathy Hochul and CEO Seldom Seen Shelton J. Haynes, the state agency now…

How To Make Your Small Business Memorable

Become a familiar business in your community. Discover how to make your small business memorable and make a lasting impression on consumers.

Common Testing Doctors Use To Find Cancer

If your doctor’s worried that you have cancer, there are specific tests they’ll order. These are a few of the common tests doctors use to find cancer.

Tribeca vs Chelsea in NYC. Which is best for you?

If you’re thinking of moving to New York City, you’re probably wondering what the difference is between Tribeca vs Chelsea. Both neighborhoods are great places to live, but they each have their own unique vibe. Here’s a quick rundown of…

Is Tribeca Worth Visiting? It’s New York City’s Film Center

If you’re looking for a place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Tribeca is not the place for you. However, if you’re looking for a place to find some of the best food, shopping, and…