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Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024: Check out the 7 out-of-town teams heading to Staten Island
The Little Leaguers are coming. Staten Island is gearing up to host the New York State 12-year-old All-Star Baseball Tournament, which means that seven teams are heading to the borough to join local representative South Shore LL this weekend. South Shore captured the District 24 and Section 3 South crowns -- but you’re probably less familiar with the other seven teams, each of which also captured a district and sectional crown to get here.
Unlike greedy NYC, some states are placing new limits on, even eliminating speed cameras (opinion)
New York City has gone all in on speed cameras in a bid to get more and more money out of drivers. But some states and cities are putting limits speed cameras, if not getting rid of them entirely. A state law that recently went into effect in Louisiana has...
Dear Annie: If we don’t drink, is it fair to split the check equally?
For the past 10 years, my husband and I have enjoyed dining out with a couple of our friends, always splitting the check evenly. Recently, we embraced sobriety and no longer consume the expensive drinks that significantly add to the bill. Despite this, we continue to split the check evenly, which doesn’t seem quite fair.
New York state civil service: These are the salaries for exams open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York state Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams, and some jobs pay better than others. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career in New York...
Little League NYS All-Star 11s baseball: South Shore ekes out 2-1 win over White Plains in opener
South Shore Little League’s 11-year-old All-Star baseball team has had its way with its competition so far this All-Star season as the Tottenville loop is unbeaten in nine starts, while copping District 24 and Section 3 South titles so far. Sal Iacono’s nine got a major challenge from White...
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,...
Yankees shake up bullpen after blowout loss to Rays
NEW YORK — The Yankees already were in ‘get through the game’ mode Saturday when starter Nestor Cortes was knocked out in the fifth inning with the Rays leading 6-0. Not wanting to use a bunch of relievers with his club down big, manager Aaron Boone first went with high-leverage arm Michael Tonkin in a long-man role to get through the fifth and sixth innings, then rookie left-hander Josh Maciejewski became a sacrificial lamb throwing 50 pitches working the seventh, eighth and ninth.
The spread of giant Joro spiders has been ‘very slow’: When will they arrive in NYC?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — They’re far from itsy-bitsy, and the bright yellow striped Joro spiders are headed toward New York City. That much seems to be certain. But just when the giant arachnids will settle here with their six-foot-wide webs seems to be anybody’s guess. Yet, scientists...
Staten Island musician featured prominently in upcoming Francis Ford Coppola movie
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Because Hollywood’s love affair with Staten Island has never waned, Tinseltown’s big wigs continue to connect — in one way or another — to the once forgotten borough. It’s no secret that “The Godfather,” Francis Ford Coppola’s masterful epic was staged...
It’s ‘a death knell’; Here’s why Staten Island real estate experts say tiny homes won’t work here
EDITOR’S NOTE: Tipping Point? is a journalistic initiative launched by Advance/SILive.com to inform Staten Islanders how NYC’s City of Yes for Housing Opportunity proposal could impact the borough. The plan, which will be voted on by the City Council this year, calls for significant zoning changes designed to spur development of new homes and apartments amid a citywide housing shortage.
Staten Island Home of the Week: A $2.89M Colonial with in-ground pool, movie theater on Grymes Hill
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- This Colonial-style home with a brick exterior, located at 246 Howard Avenue, Grymes Hill, is currently on the market for $2,890,000, according to the Staten Island Multiple Listing Services, MLSSINY.com listing. The property offers 6,000-square-feet of living space on a 13,200-square-foot lot. The home features four...
Dear Abby: Self-centered husband is just plain mean when she snores
I have been married to my husband, “Mark,” for 13 years. During this time, I have realized that marrying him was a mistake. His parents didn’t have a healthy marriage, and I know he doesn’t know what love is. His dad often traveled for work and kept a mistress on the side. My mother-in-law stayed in the marriage anyway.
Powerball: See the winning numbers in Saturday’s $91 million drawing
It’s time to grab your tickets and check to see if you’re a big winner! The Powerball lottery jackpot continues to rise after one lucky winner in Ohio won $138 million in the July 3 drawing. Is this your lucky night?. Here are Saturday’s winning lottery numbers:
‘You suck!’ Yankees fans vent throughout 9-1 loss to Rays
NEW YORK — Yankees fans booed Nestor Cortes in the fourth inning Saturday when a backup catcher who was hitting .082 put the Rays up 4-0 with a three-run homer into the left field seats. A lot of the 43,173 paying their way into Yankee Stadium booed again when...
Little League East Regional 13s All-Star baseball: Gritty Snug Harbor falters in opener
DOVER, Del. - Snug Harbor failed to protect a 7-4 lead and dropped a heartbreaking 8-7 decision to Keystone LL (Pa.) in opening-round play at the Little League 13-year-old Intermediate division (50/70) East Regional Saturday at Dover LL. Manager Danny Lee’s squad will once again have to run the table...
Local groups host ‘Mele Kalikimaka in July’ celebration for Staten Island Coast Guard families
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A group of local civic organizations organized a “Christmas in July” celebration with a Hawaiian theme Saturday for Coast Guard and Army families at Fort Wadsworth. The Verrazano Kiwanis Club, the local chapter of The Elks and the Craig Newmark New York Tri-State...
The Grace Foundation’s Christmas in July brings Santa Claus, smiles to Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — It was a day of smiles and fun as hundreds attended The Grace Foundation’s first annual Christmas in July celebration Saturday. From noon to 4 p.m., 460 Brielle Avenue in Sea View was transformed into a special place where children and adults could enjoy a skating rink, bouncy houses, music, and arts and crafts. Guests were greeted with traditional Christmas music, thanks to outdoor speakers.
Dear Annie: Sudden alienation by coworkers is a bit awkward, painful
As someone from the millennial generation, I struggled a lot with unemployment. In fact, sometimes it seemed like my college degree kept me from even the most basic job opportunities. So, I was really happy when someone gave me a chance. Data entry was not my dream job, but it’s...
NY weather: Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in Dutchess County early Saturday evening
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:45 p.m. for Dutchess County. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 4:09 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Falls Village, or 16 miles northwest...
Proceeds from amateur charity jiu-jitsu and wrestling exhibition Friday evening go to good cause (65 photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. --- Spectators gathered at Staten Island University Hospital Community Park in St. George on a sunny Friday evening, July 19, 2024, to enjoy wrestling and jiu-jitsu matches while supporting a good cause. Staten Island Entertainment and Staten Island MMA came together with the FDNY to put on...
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