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,...
RIOC’s Stinky New Budget and Tram Turmoil Without Solutions
RIOC’s financial mismanagement is nakedly exposed: the Tram is a tourist cash cow neglecting residents, leading to $3 million annual losses. It’s time to shut it down.
The RIOC Experiment Failed. What Now?
The RIOC experiment has failed miserably, collapsing under mismanagement and shattered community ties, demanding urgent and innovative leadership to revive its disastrous legacy.
End of the AVAC Now? Have Years of Negligence Exposed the Ruins?
Roosevelt Island’s AVAC system is aging and neglected, teetering on collapse, while RIOC remains silent and unaccountable. Local intervention is desperately needed to avert disaster.
Exploring Al Lewis: A Tribute to Grandpa Munster
Grandpa Al Lewis, beloved for his role on The Munsters, lived on Roosevelt Island, inspiring his wife Karen to write about grief and rediscovery in her new book.
Jazz with Ann Gie Lee, Friday at Gallery RIVAA
Ann Gie Lee and the NICE SOUND TRIO promise an unforgettable jazz experience on Roosevelt Island, showcasing vibrant sounds and talented performances. Join the celebration!
Photo Spots on Roosevelt Island: Capture NYC’s Beauty
From the Roosevelt Island Tramway to Four Freedoms Park, there are many photo spots on Roosevelt Island that capture NYC’s beauty and history.
Affordable Art: Can’t Miss Gift for This Holiday Season
RIVAA’s Affordable Art Sale brightens your holiday with accessible art from local artists. Support the community while enjoying beautiful pieces that last well into 2025!
Tram Troubles: Who’s Really to Blame?
The recent tram issues on Roosevelt Island are attributed to RIOC’s mismanagement, masked by misleading media portrayals. Reports overlook significant safety concerns and falsely blame tourists for overcrowding. RIOC’s refusal to prioritize residents or address basic transportation needs reflects indifference, not legal obligation, revealing a troubling negligence towards local stakeholders.
Book Review: The Many Bounties of Collaboration in Nature
Kimmerer’s “The Serviceberry” emphasizes sharing and community over individualism, advocating for connection and gratitude in nature to foster mutual flourishing and fulfillment.
Want More Young People to Join the Military? Spend Less On It
We need to invest in a country worth fighting for, not endless wars and boondoggles for military contractors. By Lindsay Koshgarian | November 26, 2024 The Roosevelt Island Daily News The military is concerned about a growing recruitment crisis. Survey after survey…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor