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National French Fry Day is July 12. Here are the deals on Staten Island.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Before digging into a boat of crispy fries, there are a few things the consuming public needs to know before national Fry Day. That happens each year on July 12, this year on a Friday. (Get it? Fry-Day.) Anyway, the first thing is the stats,...
Starbucks in Woodrow will close briefly
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Starbucks soon will be grounded at one South Shore location — temporarily. Based on the buzz at the 1243 Woodrow Road location, its collective cups are ready for a refresh this summer. The final day with its current decor will be July 16. Based...
Former Chair of ER at SUNY Downstate Medical Center Charged for Allegedly Stealing Almost $1.5 Million
Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, together with New York State Inspector General Lucy Lang, on Tuesday announced that an emergency medicine doctor from SUNY Downstate Medical Center was been arraigned on an indictment in which he is charged with grand larceny and other crimes for allegedly stealing approximately $1.448 million by using a business credit card for personal purchases and cash advances.
Great Kills Park sees temporary fix to walkway threatened by erosion
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Following a community outcry, the National Park Service is putting the finishing touches on a temporary solution to a major erosion problem at Great Kills Park. The erosion was encroaching on a pedestrian walkway several feet above the beach, leading to complaints from parkgoers who...
Discover the Greenbelt Nature Center: Activities and Tips
The Greenbelt Nature Center is a vital part of the Greenbelt Conservancy’s efforts to promote environmental education and conservation. Since its opening in 2004, the center has served as a hub for learning and recreation, attracting visitors with its rich exhibits on local natural history and engaging public programs.
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...
Staten Island FerryHawks falter in 8th inning, lose 5-4 to Lancaster
LANCASTER, Pa. -- The Staten Island FerryHawks dropped their second close game in a row to the Lancaster Stormers, 5-4, in Wednesday’s matchup. The loss followed Tuesday’s 6-5 defeat and dropped Staten Island’s record to 2-2 in the second half, one game behind first-place Lancaster (3-1). The...
Staten Island FerryHawks’ comeback falls short in the 9th
LANCASTER, Pa. -- It was 93 degrees at Clipper Magazine Stadium at the start of Tuesday night’s Atlantic League game between the Staten Island FerryHawks and Lancaster Stormers, and much like the temperature the bats for both teams were hot in the first inning. But in the end, the...
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...
Staten Island obituaries for July 10, 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. Nancy Ellen Fiske, 69, passed away on Jun. 30, 2024 in Whiting, NJ. Born in Concord, MA and raised in Basking Ridge, N.J., Fiske was an environmental educator, business owner, and realtor. She is survived by her husband, mother, siblings, sisters-in-law, and many other relatives.
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...
Here are the top 18 careers with the lowest unemployment rates, according to a study
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Landing a job after graduating college can be challenging — and choosing a degree is an important factor in entering a career. Before taking on student loans, you should carefully consider which degree you want to pursue. Research by UTS Online recently ranked U.S. college degrees by employability, and identified which careers had the lowest unemployment rates.
Gail Middleton, Staten Island artist and photographer, dies at 74
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gail Middleton, 74, a longtime resident of West Brighton and an artist who captured life through a lens and in her day-to-day adventures, has died. Middleton passed away on July 6, according to her online obituary. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Inside Staten Island’s ‘squatting’ scourge
Sign up for our acclaimed free weekday newsletter Editorially Black. Get the top Racial Equity stories of the day from America’s most influential oldest continuously published Black newspaper, serving the nation’s largest Black and brown community. Sign up to stay connected. Staten Island’s North Shore has seen an...
Charlotte Grace Kosa
Charlotte Grace Kosa, born on April 4, 1949, in Staten Island, New York, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Hohenwald, She was a daughter of the late Alexander and Rose Kosa, a loving sister, an aunt, and a friend whose radiant spirit and kindness left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she touched.
NYC hidden dining gems: Lakruwana in Staten Island’s Little Sri Lanka
If you’ve been patiently waiting for a Staten Island review, it’s your lucky week. You might’ve thought I forgot about the Forgotten Borough, but my desire to try Sri Lankan eatery Lakruwana was a good enough reason for me to schlep my way over on the free Staten Island Ferry to pay a visit.
Stormers score winning run on infield single to edge FerryHawks
J.P. Woodward (0-3) struck out Gaige Howard and Joseph Carpenter looking to open the bottom of the eighth before walking Shawon Dunston, Jr. and Chris Proctor in succession. The duo executed a double steal to put runners at second and third. Trace Loehr hit a bounder past the left side...
Democratic challenger calls for probe into NY Rep. Malliotakis’ financial dealings
NEW YORK — Andrea Morse, the Democratic challenger running against Rep. Nicole Malliotakis for her Staten Island congressional seat, formally demanded Friday that the House of Representatives launch an investigation into a “highly suspicious” stock purchase Malliotakis made in 2023. As reported last year in The Wall...
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