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Staten Island chicken joint closes, hot dogs coming soon
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Almost a year to opening date, makers of the crispiest of the borough’s crispy chicken “burgers” has flickered from the food landscape: the Crispy Burger in the Stop ‘n’ Shop lobby of Port Richmond has fired up its final meal.
Bear seen wandering N.J. town on Sunday
Maplewood police are urging residents to be wary of a black bear seen roaming the township Sunday. Multiple sightings of the bear were reported to Maplewood officials on Sunday, police said. It was unclear if police are planning invasive action to coax the bear away from homes. The township is...
Higher temperatures are worsening the spotted lanternfly problem. Here’s how to get rid of them
Spotted lanternfly (SLF) nymphs have started their infestation earlier than usual this year. They are also growing up sooner. On Friday, the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (DAM) verified the first SLF within the five boroughs was in Long Island City, Queens. The first sighting of an adult in 2023 was in the same area nearly a week later — which might not sound like a big deal, but it is in SLF time.
These 2 restaurant chains will soon open inside Walmart stores
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Walmart shoppers will soon be able to peruse store shelves and grab a bowl of poke or a slice of pizza -- all in the same shopping trip. The big box retailer has partnered with both Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar and Mr. Gatti’s Pizza – two leading regional restaurant chains – and will soon open a multitude of eateries inside more than 100 Walmart locations.
Annual ‘Smooth Sounds by the Sea’ R&B and jazz concert set for Sunday on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The 13th Annual “Smooth Sounds by the Sea,” a relaxing afternoon of soulful R&B and Jazz is set for Sunday, July 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the historic Alice Austen House in Rosebank. The rain date is Sunday, July 28. “Smooth...
New book delves into life of famous silent film star who once called Staten Island home | Inside Out
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Seasoned author Sean Crose has penned a brand new book that explores the life of silent film actress, Mabel Normand, a native Staten Islander who spent her formative years in the North Shore community of New Brighton. Crose calls his latest work “Catholic Girl: The...
NYC mom beats heat by giving neighborhood kids sidewalk pools: ‘Inner city creativity’
One Brooklyn mom is making sure summer goes swimmingly for her son and other neighborhood kids. In what’s become a summer tradition that started during the pandemic, Jasmina “Jazz” Jeter has set up a small swimming pool on the sidewalk across from her apartment in Bed-Stuy. This year, she added a second, shallower one for the littlest kids. “All the parents on the block are appreciative, because now their kids have something to do,” Jeter told The Post. “Some of the kids have never even been to the beach.” 2 dead, 1 critical in pair of shootings near NYC migrant shelter: police “There’s...
Comedian Eric D’Alessandro’s new Hulu special and upcoming shows in Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — From his early beginnings on YouTube to his first Hulu special, Staten Island hometown comedian, Eric D’Alessandro, has crafted a diverse portfolio with his unique comedic style. Although D’Alessandro’s first comedy special, “I Don’t Understand,” premiered with 800 Pound Gorilla Media on December 5,...
N.Y. Lottery: Powerball winner brings home third-place prize worth $50,000
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — It may not be the jackpot, but who would turn down a third-place prize from a Powerball ticket?. A customer who purchased a Powerball lottery from Brooklyn’s A&T Grocery Inc., which can be found at 2906-2908 Stillwell Ave., will be going home $50,000 richer. Now...
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