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State test scores now available to NYC families: Here’s how to access results online
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York City has released student state test scores to schools, but more detailed data is not yet available. Each spring, schools administer the state standardized exams in reading and math to third- through eighth-graders. Fifth- and eighth-graders also take science exams. The 2024 state...
Music legend issues statement after being snubbed at DNC. Will he still perform?
Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor was supposed to be the final performer on Monday night at the Democratic National Convention. But time ran out before Taylor could take the stage, Newsweek reported. A long lineup of performers and speakers ahead of President Joe Biden’s speech that night was the culprit.
Obama, Walz and Dems put IVF on center stage: Here’s what they said and why it’s become a key campaign issue
As the 2024 presidential election looms on the horizon, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has emerged as a pivotal issue, taking center stage at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) this week. The topic has gained significant traction following recent events and policy proposals, highlighting its importance in the broader landscape of reproductive rights and healthcare access.
‘No excuse’ for bad airline behavior: FAA referred 43 new reports to the FBI
WASHINGTON — U.S. officials say they are referring fewer unruly airline passengers to the FBI for possible prosecution than they did during the pandemic, although they say the number of incidents remains too high. The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that it referred 43 reports to the Federal Bureau...
Little League World Series notebook: Staten Island team’s ace hurler lauded; final stats and the skinny on Garrett Rohozen (photos)
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — South Shore ace hurler Stephen Grippo delivered in his final start despite being tagged with the loss during a 6-1 Little League World Series losers’ bracket decision to Florida on Tuesday at Lamade Stadium. The two-year, 12-year-old All Star, who performed in huge games...
N.J. police seeking woman who hopped fence at zoo to pet gigantic tiger
Cops are looking for a woman who entered a tiger enclosure at a zoo in Cumberland County and was able to climb out without being attacked, authorities said. Police are asking for the public’s help to identify the woman, who was seen on surveillance video standing next to a tiger at Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton. A sign is posted outside the enclosure says it is illegal to climb the wooden fence.
A guide to fresh farm produce on Staten Island in 2024
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — At the height of the Northeast’s growing season, regional produce can be purchased locally. For the city-dweller on Staten Island, here is where to find fresh-from-the-farm fruits and veggies right now. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
HS football: Lions pay tribute to former coach during Farrell Football Alumni Day
The Monsignor Farrell High School football program celebrated the upcoming 2024 season with an impressive show of force on Tuesday evening, honoring one of their own at the program’s annual alumni kickoff event. Nearly 200 Farrell Football alumni returned to the Oakwood campus and Coach Dennis Barrett Stadium to...
Dear Annie: Starting over is scary after fleeing toxic marriage
I was in an abusive, controlling marriage when my children were small, and I couldn’t leave until they created their own lives. I finally got out of this marriage, after 37 years, thank God!. While I found my way out, my problem is in how best to move on...
It’s time for Trump to pass the torch to a younger candidate (letter to the editor)
President Biden is 81 years old with 50 years of great public service to this nation. He just made a tough decision of his life by dropping out of the presidential race and passing the torch to a younger generation, which was a very difficult decision for a Democratic nominee and a sitting president of the United States.
Jar of Hope helps change a family’s life: Donates funds to help purchase a van with traction chair
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — JAR of Hope just made life easier for a local boy with one of the rarest fatal diseases. JAR of Hope, (JAR of Hope | Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Charity) is dedicated to finding – and funding – a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Eltingville street co-named for FDNY lieutenant who succumbed to a 9/11 illness
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A dedicated NYFD firefighter, who was a loving father, husband, neighbor and friend, was memorialized Saturday during a street co-naming ceremony at the corner of Lyndale Avenue and Koch Boulevard in the South Shore town of Eltingville. It was an emotional day for more than...
N.Y. weather: Long-range forecast issued for fall
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — As the summer draws to a close, all eyes turn to the anticipated onset of fall in September. The month typically opens the door to cooler temperatures and the subsequent reintroduction of fall apparel. However, the latest three-month outlook issued by the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center reveals that temperatures from September through November may not be as brisk as usual in New York.
Dear Abby: Jealousy and pain after partner reads his emails
I’m a single man, and have been for 15 years. A year ago, I met a guy, “Josh,” and we fell in love. He lived 240 miles away. A month ago, he transferred his job to my city and moved in with me. (I supported this 100%.) I had sown my wild oats long before he moved in.
Car careens into home, parked cars on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — An out-of-control car damaged two parked cars and crashed into a home in Annadale on Tuesday night. The incident was called at 11:51 p.m. in the 600 block of Woodrow Road near Almond Street, according to a spokesman for the FDNY/EMS. If you purchase a...
Oreo is teaming up with Coca-Cola: Here’s when the unique products will hit store shelves
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – It’s a pretty common fact that cookies pair best with milk. But two iconic brands are banking on a different kind of taste sensation, pumping out a limited-edition soda/cookie combo that might change how you dunk your dessert. “Bringing together the playfulness of Oreo...
NYC task force to review government-owned sites for possible housing
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A new city task force will review government-owned sites around the five boroughs for possible housing conversions, Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday. A mayoral executive order created the “City Housing Activation Task Force” Wednesday as the mayor’s latest effort to develop more housing in a...
Little League World Series: Staten Island player has two Big League connections
One Little Leaguer from Staten Island is aiming to be the third in his family to reach the Majors. South Shore Little League pitcher/first baseman Jake Romero is related to two Big Leaguers, a fact that was revealed by ESPN’s Karl Ravech during Tuesday night’s Little League World Series broadcast of the Metro region champs’ 6-1 defeat at the hands of Florida.
We’re not paying our student loans. Here’s why you shouldn’t either
When President Biden introduced the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan last year, Americans were optimistic. The Department of Education promised to cut monthly payments in half, and 8 million borrowers — about 1 in 5 nationwide — benefited from the plan. As of May, 4.6 million borrowers had their monthly payments reduced to $0.
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