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7 car thefts reported on Staten Island from July 1-7: Here’s where
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Seven vehicles were reported stolen across Staten Island during the week of July 1 through 7, according to NYPD data. Car thefts reported on the borough through July 1 are down 21% (169 vs. 214) when compared to the same period in 2023, according to the NYPD’s latest CompStat figures.
NYC weather: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Staten Island and Brooklyn Tuesday night
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 9:15 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 10 p.m. for Staten Island and Brooklyn. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 9:14 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Colonia, or near Perth...
The Alleged Murderer Known as 'The Witch of New York' (Women Behaving Badly)
In 19th century Staten Island, a heavily pregnant woman named Polly Bodine was accused of murdering her own sister-in-law, and her baby niece. The crime and subsequent trials set off a media firestorm in New York, with luminaries like Edgar Allen Poe and Walt Whitman covering the case. We speak with author Alex Hortis about his new book, The Witch of New York: The Trials of Polly Bodine and the Cursed Birth of Tabloid Justice as part of our series, "Women Behaving Badly," a tongue-in-cheek look at unruly women in New York history.
NASA says bright meteor may have zipped over NJ and NYC when loud booms were heard
Astronomy experts from NASA say a bright meteor apparently zipped across the sky over parts of several eastern states on Tuesday, including New Jersey and New York, before the meteor disintegrated about 29 miles above the Statue of Liberty. However, the space agency said there’s no evidence the meteor is...
$2 Billion Staten Island Flood Protection Project Moves Forward
The first contract has been awarded as part of a $2.3 billion project to protect New York's Staten Island from flooding. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, announced the $133 million deal with Bronx-headquartered Triumph Construction Corp. in a statement. It is the first step as construction work will be undertaken on a variety of storm-water drainage structures to reduce future flood risk from strong storms and tidal surges.
Staten Island obituaries for July 17, 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. Bernard Angelo Lopez, 72, passed away on Jul. 14, 2024. Born in Brooklyn, Bernie devoted his life to education, serving as a teacher and administrator in Queens. He was also president of the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. Bernard is survived by his wife, son, granddaughters, cousins and in-laws. Read the full obituary on SILive.
Eric Garner death, 10 years later: A community gathers to remember
TOMPKINSVILLE, Staten Island (PIX11) — Marchers descended on Tompkinsville Park Wednesday morning in memory of Eric Garner, a Black man killed by a police officer 10 years ago. Garner’s mother, Gwen Carr, led the march in his memory. The event started at Staten Island Ferry Terminal at 11 a.m. and ended at the park just […]
Empowered Funds LLC Has $1.35 Million Position in Northfield Bancorp, Inc. (Staten Island, NY) (NASDAQ:NFBK)
Empowered Funds LLC grew its position in Northfield Bancorp, Inc. (Staten Island, NY) (NASDAQ:NFBK – Free Report) by 8.2% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 138,901 shares of the bank’s stock after buying an additional 10,500 shares during the quarter. Empowered Funds LLC owned 0.31% of Northfield Bancorp, Inc. (Staten Island, NY) worth $1,350,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Staten Island records hottest temperature in nearly a year, almost breaks NYC record
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Advance/SILive.com weather station recorded its hottest temperatures in nearly a year on Tuesday. Rounds of heat waves have engulfed the borough with sweltering heat this summer, but on Tuesday, temperatures reached a stifling 98 degrees. This marks the highest temperature recorded on the Island...
A Meteor Burned Up 29 Miles Above Midtown Manhattan, NASA Says
A loud boom heard across parts of Brooklyn and Staten Island sparked concern and alarm Tuesday morning, leaving officials across New York and New Jersey scrambling to identify the cause. By the afternoon, NASA had confirmed a meteor traveling at around 34,000 miles per hour burned up just before noon about 29 miles above Midtown […] The post A Meteor Burned Up 29 Miles Above Midtown Manhattan, NASA Says appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.
D.A. sounds alarm about dangers of renting out backyard swimming pools on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Home rentals. Car rentals. Pool rentals?. Apps such as “Swimply” allow individuals looking to make some money to rent out their private swimming pools to total strangers. However, District Attorney Michael E. McMahon is reminding residents that partaking in such activity is not only potentially dangerous, but it could be illegal in New York.
Amazon Prime Day 2024: Get these Traeger pellet grills for an unbelievable price
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Since Traeger wood pellet grills burst onto the barbecue scene, cooking meat outdoors has never been the same. If you have a passion for smoking, grilling, roasting or baking, the Traeger Tailgater grill and the Traeger Ranger portable electric tabletop wood pellet grill and smoker let you do it on the go, and now Prime members can get each of them for an amazing 27% off the list price.
When Seaview Avenue goes on a diet | From the editor
Let’s face it. Staten Island has never been the gold standard for innovative road networks or traffic mitigation solutions. That said, it obviously was easier to get around in the old days. Of course, the old days never saw so many traffic lights, stop signs, speed bumps – and CARS! Especially those of the giant SUV variety.
New training program helps young Staten Islanders earn Commercial Driver’s License | In Class column
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Over a dozen Staten Island young adults were the first graduating class of participants in an inaugural Commercial Driver’s License Training Program. The United Activities Unlimited (UAU) Train & Earn Program, funded by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), is helping Staten Island residents pursue well-paying and in-demand careers in the transportation industry.
'You can’t call your opponent a threat to democracy': Staten Island Republicans condemn attempted Trump assassination, blame Democratic rhetoric
Staten Island Republicans gathered at the borough’s GOP headquarters on Sunday morning to condemn the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
Loud noise reported on Staten Island, rest of NYC. Official shares meteor theory
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A loud noise similar to an explosion was reported by residents across Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan and New Jersey on Tuesday morning. After several hours of speculation by residents on social media, an official with the city Emergency Management department said that NASA confirmed that a meteor entered the atmosphere above Manhattan.
Little League District 24 All-Stars: The local tourney has changed, but not for the better (opinion)
Where have you gone District 24 All-Star tournament?. The annual beginning of summer affair that - aside from the Staten Island High School League’s boys’ basketball tourney - was the most popular event on the local scene for decades has fallen off a cliff in terms of its stature.
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