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,...
Astoria the Turkey 🦃
From Island Icon to Manhattan Turkey Explorer ✨ If you’ve ever strolled the southern tip of Roosevelt Island and spotted a striking wild turkey 🦃pecking around the bushes like she owned the place… then you’ve met Astoria the Turkey—our very…
Rescuing Rosie. Roosevelt Island Wild Turkey Found Safe and Sound
Roosevelt Island residents formed a wild turkey rescue team, successfully springing Rosie from subway captivity. Who knew turkey rescues required such coordination? Flap flap hooray!
Rosie trapped in the subway station – Does anyone know what happened to her?
Rosie, the beloved wild turkey of Roosevelt Island, became trapped in the subway station, raising concerns about her safety. Many remain worried and seek updates on her whereabouts.
Rosie the Wild Turkey: Alone in the City, Should We Be Worried?
The famous wild turkey, Rosie, roaming alone in an urban area raises concerns. Wild turkeys are social and rely on flocks for safety and mating. While she may have adapted to city life, it’s not ideal. Observing from a distance and reporting sightings to local wildlife agencies is advised. Rosie’s solitary situation isn’t optimal for her well-being.
Renaming ‘Astoria’: The Rise of Rosie, Roosevelt Island’s Famous Turkey
A wild turkey named “Astoria” has made Roosevelt Island her home, despite her name. She’s a local celebrity, even posing for photos, but she’s hardly an “Astoria” anymore. We propose renaming her “Rosie,” and hope everyone addresses her properly. Just don’t be surprised if she ignores you – she’s probably got November in mind!
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor