Rich neighbors spark island controversy on Roosevelt Island
Pam Blessinger, president of Roosevelt Island residents association, voices opposition to a luxury apartment expansion. She argues the project would invite wealthy newcomers, changing the island’s character and elevating living costs. The piece notes New York City hosts many wealthy residents and reflects urban tension over class and space.
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New York
Toto
Kansas
Residents’ Association of
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Roosevelt Island
East River
59Th Street
The Gazette Company Publication Details
The Cedar Rapids Gazette established in 1883 by The Gazette Company publishes daily and Sunday at 500 Third Avenue SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Second class postage paid in Cedar Rapids and subscription rates listed for carrier and mail editions with regional exclusions. Postmaster address for changes provided.
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Gazette Company
Third Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Gazette
Associated Press
Fidel Castro Arrives in Washington for U.S. goodwill tour
On this date in 1959 Fidel Castro the Cuban leader arrived in Washington to begin a goodwill tour of the United States meeting hosts and planning stops across major cities during his visit supported by state media and U.S. officials guiding the agenda.
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Fidel Castro
Washington
United States
SLOW DOWN BILL HITS HOUSE FLOOR FLAGGED
A bill to allow Iowa drivers to exceed the speed limit by 10 miles without adding to driving records was flagged out of the House Monday as opponents called it a license to speed. Other briefs include a Des Moines debate challenge to Sen. Tom Harkin and off duty policing limits in Cedar Rapids.
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Rockefellers
New York
Forbes
Texas
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Colorado
Frank
Des Moines
Tom Harkin
Iowa Democrat
U.S
Iowa Today
Cedar Rapids
Guthrie eyed for Spring Branch superintendency
Cedar Rapids education chief Harold Guthrie, 45, is a candidate for Spring Branch ISD near Houston as Texas districts offer higher starting salaries. Guthrie notes Cedar Rapids has faced enrollment declines and budget cuts, while Spring Branch cites 36 percent minority enrollment and varied SES. Board members visited Cedar Rapids to consider him among six finalists. decision expected within a week.
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Kurt Rogahn
Azette Education
Iowa
Texas
Cedar Rapids
Harold Guthrie
Guthrie
Spring Branch
Houston
Ed Nelson
Nelson
Spring Branch Board
Helen Huey
Huey
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