Doing the right thing is not a sure thing with RIOC. More than a few WTF moments have sparkled through Roosevelt Island during the Haynes
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Hello, Queens? Districting Commission Chucks Roosevelt Island Chaos
It’s back to “Hello, Queens,” for Roosevelt Island as the City Council Districting Commission imploded yesterday. Freshly drawn maps were rejected, putting initial maps shoving
The Unbearable Light Headedness of Being RIOC: Board Meeting Edition
We already know that being RIOC means never having to say you’re sorry. After all, why would you when you never get it wrong? But
Unwind For Roosevelt Island, a Big Win Now In Districting Disarray
After forceful lobbying by local activists, a big win moved Roosevelt Island closer to sensible Common Council representation. Initial redistricting maps pushed the community, along
Blast From the Deep Past, a Tall Ship Cruises Roosevelt Island
A sight you don’t see often – yesterday, an authentic-looking tall ship cruised past Roosevelt Island. The sails were down, but she rode the current
No F Trains Into Manhattan from Roosevelt Island, Sept. 16th through 19th
Starting tonight – Friday, September 16th – at 9:45 p.m., southbound F Trains will bypass Roosevelt Island while the MTA does some track maintenance. Regular
RIOC Communications Fumbles Continue with New AVP
Even with a shiny new Assistant Vice President in place, RIOC Communications remain as disconnected from reality as ever. Necessary messages never appear, and a
NYC Ferry Big Changes, Starting Monday
Beginning Monday, September 12th, NYC Ferry makes the first major change in how they charge passengers. The base rate jumps to $4.00 per ride, but
Three Solos Opens Tuesday at Gallery RIVAA
Three Solos, an exciting new exhibit featuring three veteran artists opens the doors at Gallery RIVAA, 527 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, on Tuesday, September 6th.
Four Freedoms: Spoken Words on a New York City Island
Where the rows of linden trees narrow, Four Freedoms escorts you effortlessly into 1941. The world is challenged as never before. Aggression darkens Europe with
