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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

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Modest Proposal: A Car-Free Zone for a Greener Roosevelt Island

A new car-free zone makes sense for a community that prides itself as a retreat from all that ails the city. Roosevelt Island is already a quiet space amid the noise, but it can always be greener. Here’s one idea….

Make Roosevelt Island Main Street Better with Car-Free Weekends

Roosevelt Island’s Main Street is drearier than it should be or was originally envisioned. It discourages strollers, and people casually meeting people. Free Red Buses usher potential friends and customers past. Car-free weekends can help by relaxing car and truck…