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Impact Theatre presents ‘Pages of Hope’ this weekend: How to get tickets
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — ImpACT Theatre, a Staten Island based non-profit performing arts company, is presenting two performances for their original musical, “Pages of Hope,” at Salem Church. The shows are scheuled for July 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. “Pages of Hope,” an original musical written...
Summer and fall festivals shape up: Here’s what’s on the calendar so far
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — As wraps up and leaves start to fall, human instinct compels us to gather up the great outdoors — and just celebrate life. If you didn’t already notice, Staten Island is a melting pot of great ideas, artistic flair, enormous talent and off-beat eats. And these cool things about the borough and its people come together at our great gatherings.
New turf: These popular Staten Island sports fields are getting a $4.6M facelift
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Infused with a $4.6 million City Council allocation, the turf fields at Owl Hollow in Freshkills Park, which are used by sports leagues across the borough, will soon be refurbished. City Council Minority Leader Joseph Borelli (R-South Shore) on Friday said the funds -- provided by...
Video shows MTA bus driver’s dramatic rescue of child wandering street on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A video released by the MTA captures the moment when a hero bus driver saved a child who was running alone in traffic on Staten Island. Peter Warner of Arden Heights was operating an S61 bus headed toward the St. George Ferry Terminal when he said he spotted the unattended toddler on the morning of June 19 in the vicinity of Harold Street and Sunset Avenue in Meiers Corners.
Staten Island FerryHawks defeated by Long Island Ducks, 10-3
The Staten Island FerryHawks’ slow start to the second half continued as they were defeated by the Long Island Ducks, 10-3, in Atlantic League action Thursday morning at SIUH Community Park. The local team fell into last play with a 4-13 and sits nine games out of first place...
Mattel introduces 2 new Barbies: Here are the latest dolls
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- In an effort to be more inclusive and represent the wide range of children who play with their toys, Mattel has announced the addition of a blind Barbie doll and a Black Barbie doll with Down syndrome -- both of which are now selling at major retailers for $10.99.
LiGreci’s Staaten: A timeless venue | Then and Now
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — LiGreci’s Staaten, the popular dining, catering, and event venue in West Brighton, was constructed in 1956 after a fire on December 5, 1955, destroyed the large house on the property, according to Staten Island Advance archives. Mike Bilotto was the proprietor until Nick LiGreci and his brother, Jack LiGreci, purchased it from Bilotto in 1971.
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh announces resignation date
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Commissioner Laura Kavanagh announced that she will be resigning from the FDNY in August after about two years heading the department. The first woman to lead the FDNY will serve her last day as commissioner on Aug. 7, “almost one month after she announced her scheduled departure and months after she initiated these conversations with administration leadership,” according to a statement released by the FDNY.
SILive.com audio: Morning Report for July 26 has zoning changes in Staten Island, a new school principal and more
Good morning Staten Island, and welcome to the brand new daily SILive.com morning report. Today, we cover a wide range of topics, from zoning changes in Staten Island and a new school principal to a fresh ice cream parlor and weekend family activities. Our top stories include the impact of NYC’s massive rezoning proposal, the release of a mother in an infant’s death case, and the appointment of a new elementary school principal at Notre Dame Academy.
44 flavors and counting: New ice cream parlor opens on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Brothers Amadao and Antonio Finocchiarro fittingly opened their newest ice cream parlor in mid-July on one of the hottest days of the year. And after the celebratory ribbon cutting with an oversized pair of scissors, Uncle Louie G of 4072 Hylan Blvd. came to life.
Is the new Edison Sports Building a 'money pit?' Here's the new cost
EDISON - The cost of the new Edison Sports Building has gone up again. The project, originally envisioned as a $5 million investment, has more than doubled in price and is now up to more than $11 million. That prompted one resident to say the project is "a money pit." The Township Council...
Borough council passes vote of no confidence in mayor, votes down budget
BRADLEY BEACH — Amid financial disarray and lack of progress in the budget, Councilwoman Kristen Mahoney introduced a vote of no confidence against Mayor Larry Fox that passed in a 4-1 vote after the council voted down the budget at the Wednesday, July 24 Bradley Beach borough council meeting. While a vote of no confidence is non-binding, it is a concrete statement of the council’s dissatisfaction in the mayor’s ability, with several council members citing their frustration with Mayor Fox’s handling of this year’s budget prior to voting.
Brick, NJ police release surveillance photos of bank robber
BRICK — Police have released two photos from Ring surveillance footage of the person believed to have robbed a bank in the Ocean County township on Wednesday afternoon. On July 24, at approximately 12:15 p.m. Brick Township police were dispatched to the Santander Bank, located between Brick and Beaverson Boulevards, for a report of a bank robbery that just occurred.
CHASDEI HASHEM: Young Man Seriously Injured In Lakewood Motorcycle Accident Discharged From Hospital
A young man was who was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident at the intersection of Pine Street and Sims Avenue a week ago Thursday has been discharged from the hospital and is returning home for recuperation. The boy underwent multiple surgeries to repair the damage caused in the accident...
Elks Camp Moore campers visit the Shore
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — The Point Pleasant Elks this week invited campers from Elks Camp Moore, a camp for special-needs youths, to the Jersey Shore for the camp’s annual trip to the lodge. Thirty campers, accompanied by counselors, took the yearly field trip on Wednesday, and enjoyed boat rides, a picnic and a first responder parade in which they rode atop fire engines from several local fire companies.
CHASDEI HASHEM: Lakewood Bachur Critically Injured in Accident Returns Home
The Lakewood Bachur who was struck by a vehicle and critically injured Erev Shvuos returned home last night, and was greeted in Shul with singing and dancing. The accident happened Erev Yom Tov in the raintree neighborhood.
'A nightmare' - Disturbing video shows 95-year-old grandmother assaulted by home aide in Harlem
Disturbing video obtained by Eyewitness News shows a 95-year-old woman being assaulted by a home health aide in Harlem this past weekend.The incident happened on July 21 after the home health aide was sent to take care of the woman who uses a walker and needs an oxygen tank.The video -- caught on the victim's Nest camera -- showed the aide whacking her with a pan and also hitting her repeatedly until she collapsed to the floor."It was a nightmare," said Michelle Mitchell, the victim's granddaughter. "It was horrific. It was one of the worst days of my life."Mitchell was...
Stunning $643,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at N. Wildwood, NJ Wawa
Someone who walked into a N. Wildwood, New Jersey Wawa store is a lot richer today after purchasing a lottery ticket worth more than $600,000. Lottery Ticket Worth $643,000 Sold at Jersey Shore. According to New Jersey Lottery, a $1,000,000 Diamond Spectacular scratch off got the buyer of the ticket...
55 Years Ago, Atlantic City, NJ Had 3 Days of Music For The Ages
For three (3) days in 1969, Atlantic City, New Jersey staged a “Who’s Who” showcase of incredible musical talent. The Atlantic City area still regularly attracts a significant caliber of talent, but, not in this volume. An iconic, once in a lifetime event brought them by the...
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