Around NYC

Here's a regularly updated group of stories of interest from the New York Metro area, frequently with links to other news sources.

You're Invited for a Quiet Moment at the Survivors Tree, Today, September 11th

09/10/2018 - 19:19

Consider visiting the Survivor's Tree on Roosevelt Island as part of tomorrow's 9/11 commemoration activities.

Static map, the only significant feature of the Hudson/RIOC kiosks. But don't ask a question. You'll be talking to yourself.

Too Bad for Words, Roosevelt Island Information Kiosks Fail

09/07/2018 - 17:21 Updated 23 weeks ago

Scorn began piling up among the audience settling in to observe RIOC's September Board Meeting, last night. Smart phone pictures circulated. But it wasn't until something happened when I went to check for myself that it became clear how really inadequate the kiosks are.

Interior construction underway for café and wine bar at 501 Main Street.

Work Begins on Café Wine Bar at 501 Main

09/06/2018 - 16:38 Updated 24 weeks ago

The Roosevelt Islander recently reported that the owner of Wholesome Factory and Island Wines and Spirits expects to open a much anticipated café and wine bar at 501 Main Street in "a couple of months." That seems optimistic, but work has begun.

Roosevelt Island Tram's north cabin limited to 50% capacity.

Why Is the North Tram Cabin Limited to 50% Capacity?

09/06/2018 - 14:22 Updated 24 weeks ago

As we reported on Saturday, rider load capacity on the north cabin of the Roosevelt Island Tram was restricted by 50% at around 7:00 p.m., the evening before. No reason was offered, raising concerns about possible safety hazards. But on Sunday, PSD Chief Jack McManus called The Daily to explain.

Mysterious Tram North Cabin restrictions expected to continue.

UPDATED: RIOC's Confusing Night of Tram Problems

09/01/2018 - 08:43 Updated 24 weeks ago

Abruptly, at 7:10 p.m. last evening, RIOC's email advisory system pumped out a notice made more scary by the absence of details. That was followed less than an hour later by a confusing announcement about either a) an elevator door problem or b) a Tram shutdown scheduled for February. It was that kind of night. Let's clear it up, as best we can.

We now share the LIC Gantry Park Landing with the Lower East Side route.

NYC Ferry Opens LES Line, Quick Connections for Us to New Neighborhoods

08/29/2018 - 16:47 Updated 25 weeks ago

“It’s official – the initial six routes of NYC Ferry system are now up and running,” said Mayor de Blasio. “NYC Ferries have turned the East River, which once divided New Yorkers, into a point of connection..." The new Lower East Side route is especially good for Roosevelt Islanders seeking adventure and discovery.

PSD Chief McManus (back to camera) visits with NYPD Detail at Height of Investigation.

114th Precinct Commander Nunez To Meet with Roosevelt Islanders

08/26/2018 - 15:14 Updated 25 weeks ago

RIOC and the NYPD's 114th Precinct jointly announced a meeting on Monday evening to address concerns about the recent sniper incidents on Roosevelt Island. Manhattan Park has graciously offered to host the event.

No Queens Bound Subway for Roosevelt Island, This Weekend: Here's the Drill

08/24/2018 - 19:05 Updated 26 weeks ago

With no F Trains arriving on Roosevelt Island from Manhattan's bigger island, we're blessed with a slew of good options, as long as you don't mind your travel taking a little longer.

"I see a bright future ahead of me... I can't really explain it.. It's just a feeling." Farris Koroma at the United Nations on June 27th. What went wrong?

Farris Koroma, Roosevelt Island Shooting Suspect, Is Westview Resident

08/24/2018 - 15:28 Updated 26 weeks ago

The Roosevelt island Daily has learned that shooting suspect Farris Koroma, who turned himself into the 114th Precinct yesterday, has been living with his family in Westview where late night fights and marijuana use have generated multiple complaints from neighbors.

Random gunfire shooters location at 1:00 a.m., Saturday.

Roosevelt Island Man Turns Himself In, Is Charged in Gunfire Incidents

08/24/2018 - 08:27 Updated 26 weeks ago

Late last night, we learned from PSD Chief Jack McManus that the NYPD had closed in on a suspect and an arrest was imminent. At 2:00 a.m., mysterious shootings that left both local residents and our neighbors across the East River on edge appeared to be solved when 22 year old Farris Koroma, a Roosevelt Island resident, turned himself in to the 114th Precinct in Astoria.