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Sensitive Staten Island hospital patient records ‘impacted’ by cyberattack: What to know
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The sensitive information of patients at Staten Island University Hospital was “impacted” during a cyberattack on Medibase, a health care solution provider working with the hospital. Private data potentially accessed includes the full name of patients, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, admit...
Northfield Bank to close one of its Staten Island branches in September: What you need to know
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Northfield Bank, which has 39 locations across New York and New Jersey and employs a staff of approximately 400 workers, has announced plans to close one of its Staten Island branches, reducing its borough footprint to 13 banks. According to the financial institution, the Hyatt Street branch in St. George will officially cease operations on Sept. 27.
RUMC receives $12.8M from City Council to ‘revolutionize’ facilities, services
Staten Island, N.Y — Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) in West Brighton received $12.8 million from the city’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget deal, contributing to over $66 million in allocations over the past eight years. This funding — which is the largest allocation ever given to RUMC from...
Freshkills Park gets $25K grant from Amazon to support ‘enriching’ adventure education programs
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island students will have more opportunities for learning outside the classroom and in the borough’s largest park — Freshkills Park — thanks to a grant from Amazon. The Freshkills Park Alliance (FKPA) was presented a check for a $25,000 grant from...
Staten Island weekend fun: Free live music, outdoor concert and more
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Historic Garibaldi Homestead transformed into cultural gem: The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum | Then and Now
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The Garibaldi Homestead, located at 420 Tompkins Avenue on Staten Island, holds a rich history, it was the residence of inventor and candlemaker Antonio Meucci (1808–1889) and was also the home of Italian revolutionary and political leader Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807–1882) from 1851 to 1853.
Tipping Point? How ‘City of Yes’ could change the face of Staten Island
EDITOR’S NOTE: Tipping Point? is a journalistic initiative launched by Advance/SILive.com to inform Staten Islanders how NYC’s City of Yes for Housing Opportunity proposal could impact the borough. The plan, which will be voted on by the City Council this year, calls for significant zoning changes designed to spur development of new homes and apartments amid a citywide housing shortage.
Staten Island FerryHawks get swept in Lancaster with 5-3 loss
LANCASTER, Pa. -- Staten Island lost to the Lancaster Stormers 5-3 in a Thursday morning game at Clipper Magazine Stadium. The loss, their third in a row, took the Hawks’ record to 2-3 in the second half and 32-36 overall. Trailing 5-0, Staten Island scored three times in the...
It’s not too late to sign up for 2nd annual Paul Polemeni Memorial Golf Outing
The second annual Paul Polemeni Memorial Golf Outing is slated to take place on July 25 and according to organizers, it’s not too late to sign up for the highly popular event. The outing, named in memory of the former city police officer who always helped out when his...
Watch: Official trailer for horror movie ‘Stream’ released; here’s how to buy tickets to Staten Islanders’ new film
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — What’s summer without a good slasher flick?. The official trailer for “Stream,” the latest feature from the team at Staten Island-based Fuzz on the Lens Productions, has dropped, and it’s sure to get horror fans hyped ahead of the movie’s Aug. 21 release.
FerryHawks Notebook: Atlantic League recognizes one Staten Island player with first-half All-Star nod
While there is no traditional All-Star game, the Atlantic League does recognize its best players at the season’s midway point. The league tabs one player at each position and one Staten Island FerryHawk is getting a nod this year. Left-hander Aaron Leasher was the lone starting pitcher selected. He...
SILive.com audio: Morning Report (July 12) has rescue of a Staten Island toddler, local hospital cyberattack and more
Good morning Staten Island, and welcome to the brand new daily SILive.com morning report. Note that the stories in the report are editorially curated and then summarized and read aloud by artificial intelligence. Some variations in pronunciation, tone or diction may result. To get full reporting on each of these...
Staten Island Academy & The Importance of Class Size
Staten Island Academy & The Importance of Class Size Class size is an important factor to consider when evaluating the quality of education in any school. Research has shown that smaller class sizes in independent schools can lead to better student outcomes. Studies have shown that reducing class size can lead to higher levels of […] The post Staten Island Academy & The Importance of Class Size appeared first on SI Parent.
Viral: Deli Manager Celebrates Honor Roll Student
Staten Island deli manager Wail Alselwi told 12-year-old Zameir Davis that if he got good grades, he could have whatever he wanted in the store. When Zameir came back to reveal he made the honor roll, they had a viral video on their hands!. @islandock1 Zack’s finest #islandock #foryoupage #fypシ...
Staten Island’s Best Dressed: Bobby Digi’s 50th birthday party at Above Ballroom
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Featured in this week’s Staten Island’s Best Dressed photo gallery are pics from the 50th birthday celebration of Bobby Digi on June 29 at Above Ballroom at the Hilton Garden Inn, Bloomfield. Digi is founder of Canvas Institute and Island Voice, which services...
Granite VNA appoints Rev. Michael Malanga as spiritual care counselor
CONCORD — Home health care and hospice agency Granite VNA has appointed Rev. Michael Malanga as its new spiritual care counselor and bereavement coordinator in the Lakes Region. Malanga will offer spiritual counseling to patients on hospice and their families, provide community education on spiritual care and coordinate grief counseling to support agency personnel in managing work-related grief.
Staten Island obituaries for July 11, 2024
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In honor of those who have died, here is a compilation of obituaries posted on SILive. Viewing times and guest books can be seen here. Jean Ann Casucci, 92, passed away peacefully on Jul. 1, 2024. Born in Staten Island, Jean was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She co-founded the Eden II school for autistic children. Jean’s life was filled with love, generosity, and many talents. She is survived by five children, six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Read the full obituary on SILive.
Green sparks Lancaster to Atlantic League sweep of Staten Island
Max Green (6-4) worked 6 2/3 shutout innings Thursday, pitching Lancaster to a 5-3 win — and a series sweep — over visiting Staten Island in an Atlantic League day game at Clipper Magazine Stadium. The left-hander, a former Detroit farmhand who has been converted into a starter...
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