RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Island insights that go beyond the tram.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

RIOC Negligence

Chopped City Now: Tearing of the Green On Roosevelt Island

Once “Tree City USA,” the local New York neighborhood is now “Roosevelt Island Chopped City.” The devastation of local greenery, a years-long process, accelerates and adds rudeness and intimidation to the mix. July 9th, 2020

The Truth: Who Really Ambushed Susan Rosenthal?

Who ambushed Susan Rosenthal? Who’s covering up for him or her, and why? A whistleblower? A disgruntled employee out to get the boss? We’re finally ready to name names and ask more questions. Opinion by David Stone Roosevelt Island Daily…

About: The RIOC Sucks Petition

The RIOC Sucks Petition hit my inbox early yesterday morning. I appreciate that the subject line made me laugh, but inside, the details lacked humor, facts and insight. By David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily News By the time anyone…

Sad Death Of The First Roosevelt Island Tram, 2010

The first Roosevelt Island Tram made it’s last run across the East River, ten years ago this March. Its replacement is safer and more reliable, but discovered by tourists, it’s not as special. By David Stone Roosevelt Island Daily New…

How Will RIOC’s Awful Plan Destroy Southpoint Park?

RIOC’s plan for Southpoint Park took its major first step in 2020, after a presentation made to its board in October, 2019. Designers suggested Southpoint as becoming like Brooklyn Bridge Park, a heavy tourist draw down the river. The work…