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,...
Roosevelt Island Daily Beat: What’s Changing and What’s Coming Next
Hi neighbors! There’s a brand-new rhythm to the Roosevelt Island Daily beat, and I’m so excited to walk you through it. Whether you’re here for daily updates, curious about local governance, or just love a good Roosevelt Island story, our…
Parents Network: Have Stroller Rights Now Gone Wrong on Red Buses?
Stroller entitlement on Roosevelt Island has spiraled, with parents prioritizing their convenience over the needs of seniors and disabled, blocking necessary access and seating.
Why Roosevelt Island Needs Stop Sign Cameras Now
Residents advocate for stop sign cameras on Roosevelt Island to enhance traffic safety, addressing ongoing violations, particularly from public safety vehicles, and reducing accidents at hazardous intersections.
Esther Needs a Home. Yours May Need Esther. Adopt a Great, Loving Cat Today
Esther, a charming and playful two-year-old cat, seeks a loving home. She’s affectionate, people-friendly, and promises endless entertainment. Don’t miss out on this delightful companion.
Chief Brown’s New Tram Crowding Plan Is Remarkable: It’s Worse Than Nothing
Chief Brown’s Tram plan shows RIOC’s cluelessness. With inadequate safety measures and nonexistent personnel, it’s a hollow gesture that fails to address chronic crowding.
Support Priority Boarding Resolution on Roosevelt Island Tram at CB8
Support the Priority Boarding Resolution on January 15th! Your voice matters—register to speak, and let’s pressure the CB8 Board for a win on Roosevelt Island!
At the Octagon Gallery: A New Show by Sculptor Victoria Thorson
Victoria Thorson’s exhibition showcases her beautiful basswood and steel sculptures, inviting viewers to appreciate the organic forms and intricate craftsmanship from January 5 to March 28, 2025.
Should Roosevelt Island Keep Pouring Cash Into the Money Losing Tram?
Roosevelt Island’s Tram, falsely perceived as profitable, is an expensive failure. Residents suffer while RIOC mismanages operations, forcing locals to cover exorbitant losses. Shameful leadership!
Now At Community Board 8, RIOC Struggles for Credibility
RIOC’s communication fails to mask their indifference toward residents’ needs, with sham ADA adherence exposing a heartless bureaucracy more concerned with image than access.
Rebecca Seawright Advocates for Island Tram Access Improvements
Roosevelt Islanders face a tram access nightmare, as RIOC ignores demands for priority access. Assembly Member Seawright’s backing stirs hope, but will action follow?
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor