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New York hospital's patient data exposed in vendor breach
Staten Island (N.Y.) University Hospital reported some patients' information was breached during Medibase's data security incident. The hospital services company posted a substitute notice to inform patients about a criminal cyberattack against its systems that occurred around Jan. 26. Medibase took necessary protective actions to prevent unauthorized access to the system when the incident was identified.
Alleged con-man from Staten Island charged with Rolex robbery in N.J., tracked down in Nebraska
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Already sought by authorities in a robbery case involving Rolex watches, an alleged con-man from Staten Island has been arrested on separate charges in Nebraska. Danny Ristick, 46, of Windom Avenue in South Beach, was the subject of an investigation in April in which a...
Sheltering unvetted migrants is a thoughtless money-grab that hurts community (letter to the editor)
I cannot claim, like many Staten Islanders, that I am born and raised here. But having lived in Port Richmond for 53 years and seeing many changes it went through in those years, I am grateful that Port Richmond North Shore Alliance (PRNSA) came into being, making this current change a positive one, with improvements such as adorning the Avenue with hanging flowers and potted plants, garbage pickups, and, most importantly, the display of flags and banners picturing our veterans who gave so much to our community in fighting to secure our ideals.
‘Enough is enough’: Here’s how N.Y. is still cracking down on ghost plates, toll evaders
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.-- New York continues its enforcement efforts against ghost plates and toll evaders on Staten Island and around the city. Earlier this month, MTA Bridge and Tunnels, the NYPD and other law enforcement officers staged an operation on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. If you purchase a product or register...
Wilderness Adventure Series for Staten Island kids available this summer. And it’s free!
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Islanders looking to partake in a family friendly activity or give your child a brand new activity at no cost, should look no further. A number of free events sponsored by Councilmember Joeseph Borelli, in partnership with the NYC Parks Department and the NYC Urban Park Rangers, as well as programs from the New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL), are available.
Serenity and Staten Island history surrounds 209 Seguine Ave. | Cool Spaces
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- 209 Seguine Ave. is a single-family Dutch Colonial two-story house in Prince’s Bay. The current owner, Dr. Fitzgerald Bramwell, has owned it since 1975. He believes it was built around 1847, because the house couldn’t be found on tax records until that time. The...
NYC may redesign this popular street: Here’s what it could mean for Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.-- The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) wants to completely redesign a critical stretch of Seaview Avenue. Between Father Capodanno Boulevard and Mason Avenue, Seaview could be getting a major facelift via a new road design that would, according to the DOT, prioritize bike and pedestrian safety, especially for anyone trying to reach the Staten Island University Hospital - North Campus.
Former WNBA player and Olympian to host basketball clinic, camp to empower Staten Island youth
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Olympian and two-time WNBA player, Victoria Macaulay, is set to host a basketball clinic followed by a basketball camp right here on Staten Island, aiming to help shape the next generation of basketball players. With a career spanning over a decade, playing basketball has taken Macaulay...
Tracking Hurricane Beryl: Will current path lead straight to N.Y.?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Parts of New York are forecast to receive up to half a foot of rain from the remnants of Hurricane Beryl. Just last week, Beryl ravaged the eastern Caribbean before setting its sights on Southern Texas. Now, the tropical rainstorm responsible for generating downpours is...
HS Sports Notebook: Two Tottenville lacrosse players tabbed All-Americans after championship run
A Tottenville lacrosse tandem is being recognized on a national scale after leading the Huguenot school to a PSAL AA city championship this season. USA Lacrosse announced its All-Americans for 2024 this month and Tottenville seniors Jesse Lutz and Vincent Pantano were among nearly 500 players honored across the country. The twosome is also among four PSAL honorees who were recognized.
Free summer meals in NYC: Here are 4 things you need to know
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The school year may be over, but New York City is still providing free breakfast and lunch meals this summer. The 2024 Free Summer Meals Program is accessible across the five boroughs and is free for anyone who is 18 years old or younger. You...
Staten Island HS boys’ hoops: Susan Wagner names Danny Lanigan its new varsity head coach
Susan Wagner has a new boys’ varsity basketball head coach for the first time in 35 years. The Sea View school recently replaced long-time coach Joe Coscia with junior varsity head coach and varsity assistant Danny Lanigan, the Advance/SILive.com has learned. The announcement was made by Susan Wagner co-athletic...
Big Lots to close more than 30 stores this year and may file for bankruptcy, report says
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Discount retailer Big Lots is closing stores and might soon file for bankruptcy, according to a recent report. The company has cited inflation and decreases in consumer spending as reasons for the impending closures, which are slated for this year. According to the New York Post,...
NYPD touts seizure of 2 guns on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The NYPD used social media to promote the confiscation of two guns on the North Shore of Staten Island. The Violent Crimes Squad and the Patrol Borough Staten Island Community Response Team are credited with the recovery of guns in St. George and Clifton, according to a post on the 120th Precinct X feed, formerly known as Twitter.
Little League NYS All-Star 12s softball: Daniella Cirillo is nearly unhittable - again - as South Shore gains winners’ bracket final
South Shore’s Daniella Cirillo has put her team on her back this summer. The ace hurler was at her best, yet again, on Tuesday night in Long Island, pitching the Staten Islanders to a 4-0 win over Cornwall LL. In the process, the Tottenville loop gained the Little League...
Check Out Art Lab School & Gallery
Check Out Art Lab School & Gallery Art Lab is an Art School and Gallery located on the beautiful grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center in Staten Island, offering fine art, applied art, and photography classes during the winter, spring, summer, and fall seasons. Founded by artists 49 years ago as an artist collective, today […] The post Check Out Art Lab School & Gallery appeared first on SI Parent.
DirectOffer to provide 10-language audio search for Staten Island MLS
DirectOffer provides the industry with a valuable and long-neglected resource by which to empower visually- and hearing-impaired homebuyers. At Inman Connect Las Vegas, July 30-Aug. 1, 2024, the noise and misinformation will be banished, all your big questions will be answered, and new business opportunities will be revealed. Join us.
SILive.com audio: Morning Report for July 10 has 5 Staten Island stories to start your day
Good morning Staten Island, and welcome to the brand new daily SILive.com morning report. There’s always a ton going on around Staten Island, but to give you a quick view into what’s new, have a listen to an overview of five stories selected by an SILive.com editor. Note...
Staten Island FerryHawks’ unheralded hurler is one of pro baseball’s best-kept secrets
The Staten Island FerryHawks have been dealing with a stacked deck when it comes to their pitching staff, thanks in large part to a relatively unheralded hurler at the top. The team has had an ace up its sleeve for two seasons now, which probably even comes as somewhat of a surprise to the them.
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