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,...
Big Stink at Roosevelt Landings
Residents of Roosevelt Landings on Roosevelt Island are facing a sanitation crisis that goes beyond dog waste to include human excrement. With no public restrooms available mid-island, the burden falls on the community to clean up. The lack of basic facilities and neglect is not just an inconvenience, but a pressing public health issue that local authorities must urgently address.
The Landings Safety Concerns: Fire Incident Raises Alarm
Residents at The Landings complain more than all other Roosevelt Island complexes combined, especially about safety. A recent fire revealed dysfunctional fire doors, a damaged scooter left in a hallway, and health issues from construction. The tenants group, backed by officials, is compiling safety concerns. This is a developing story to watch.
Roosevelt Island Tenant Rights: Elected Officials Unite for Action
Roosevelt Island’s elected officials stepped firmly into the conflict between The Landings tenant association and and owner L+M Fund Management. In an effort spearheaded by Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright, four signed a letter affirmatively bolstering the tenants’ concerns. by David…
Roosevelt Island Board Tensions: A Healthy Proxy Fight for Island Governance
Roosevelt Island’s RIOC board grapples with tensions over The Landings Residents Association, reflecting healthy growth. A proxy battle emerges between progressive and conservative factions, with member Ben Fhala pushing for change. Conflicting views on submetering and governance highlight the board’s struggles, but residents hope for necessary improvements.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor