RIOC did it, defying nature. Experience, we’re told, is the best teacher. That’s because we learn from it. We adjust and we change because we
Tag: Macy's 4th of July Fireworks
Now, it’s official. Southpoint is Closed on the 4th of July
As we reported on Thursday, RIOC, the state agency that always gets it right, implied that it would shut everyone out of Southpoint Park on
Play It Again: RIOC Will Not Let You In on the 4th of July
In 2021, when RIOC, the state agency that always gets it right, prevented anyone from enjoying picnics or fireworks in Southpoint Park, we were quick
Great News: 4th of July Back on the East River, But…
No official announcement yet, but the 4th of July barges filled with Macy’s fireworks will anchor just south of Roosevelt Island again in 2022. We
Hey, RIOC! Who’s minding the store? Item #1,003
Just two weeks after the 4th of July celebration, RIOC’s shuttle bus poster still hangs in the Tram station bus shelter. Anybody home? The Roosevelt
Celebrating Two Birthdays, One National, One Local on July 4th, 2021
The Roosevelt Island Daily News With plenty of NYPD officers on hand and a plan that avoided subway overcrowding, celebrating two birthdays was fun and
UPDATE: Confirmed: RIOC saved 4th of July tickets for special friends
RIOC saved hundreds of 4th of July tickets for preferred groups friendly toward their policies and performance. Following up on our original story, we learned
Resident Anger Over the Top After RIOC 4th of July Screw Up
Resident anger burst the seams in an incident after a profound RIOC screw up denied Roosevelt Islanders access to prime fireworks viewing, this weekend. But
Colossal Screw Up: RIOC 4th of July Registration Mess Rejects Residents
In another colossal screw up, RIOC first promised local residents first dibs on tickets for Macy’s 4th of July fireworks… And then failed to deliver.
UPDATED: RIOC’s 4th of July notice finally arrives. With a sad thud.
RIOC’s 4th of July notice landed landed Monday at 1:00, and although the event promises rare thrills, RIOC sadly disappoints. Careless website advice for the
