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There are places to turn for Staten Islanders concerned about the safe disposal of prescription drugs.
Staten Island has 12 sites where residents can take leftover medicine.
John Singleton, who made history with 1991's "Boyz n the Hood" as the youngest person and first African American ever nominated for a best director Oscar, died Monday. (Via NPR)
The 1991 film earned him two Oscar nods and a spot in history as the youngest person and first African American ever nominated for best director. Singleton died in Los Angeles after a stroke.
What's your stance on this?
A joint effort by members of Congress and the MTA will cost non-Staten Island residents $9.50 to cross the bridge from either direction.
"I’m from New York, so I’ve been ripped off before," writes Tom Wrobleski. "But it’s getting ridiculous."
Each new rip-off makes our world a little smaller.
“I just wanted to let you know that I’m trying to plead guilty to the charges, and that Ayisha Egea, the co-defendant, had nothing to do with it … and she should be cleared of all charges," Michael Cammarata apparently said.
Michael Cammarata wants charges against his gal pal dismissed in his wife's slay, said her lawyer.
Like the immortal Paul Rudd once sang, the weather outside is weather.
Sunny skies will flourish Monday, but chances of rain showers are forecast throughout the week.
The New York Police Department is disputing a report that some of its officers covered up the 2015 crash of a vehicle in which the mayor was riding.
NYPD spokesman Phillip Walzak says the department determined that it was at fault for the crash.
All three of these business owners are friends. And all three of them have jokes.
Shane tries to figure out which local restaurant is the oldest between Liedy's, Killmeyer's and Basilio Inn.
#TheMost
Fifteen deceased priests who have served on Staten Island are among the 120 bishops, priests and deacons found by the Archdiocese of New York to have been credibly accused of sex abuse.
The Archdiocese of New York on Friday unveiled a list of about 120 bishops, priests and deacons, including clergy who served on Staten Island, who were credibly accused of sex abuse.
Follow our food page on Instagram: @wherestatenislandeats ... and if you're a member of the group, thank you!
A retirement home, but for homeless, elderly dogs: (Via CBS This Morning)
This isn't a typical retirement home for seniors – it's one for homeless, elderly dogs who are now spending their golden years in comfort ❤️️ https://cbsn.ws/2II2cLz
Tired of giving away your money? (Via our sister site, NJ.com)
New Jersey has some of the most expensive taxes in the country.
You can see these without adjusting your screen.
Fans took to social media for quality memes and emotional support Sunday night.
(From Friday) Convoluted stories, disturbing details in Staten Island teacher slay emerge at arraignment: https://www.silive.com/news/2019/04/convoluted-stories-disturbing-details-in-staten-island-teacher-slay-emerge-at-arraignment.html
Greg Anthony's son Cole is taking his talents to the Tar Heels.
Cole Anthony is the son of for Knick Greg Anthony.
As each Passover season is commemorated, those of the Jewish faith mark the Annual Bread Burning or Biur Chometz, a tradition organized by the Staten Island Council of Jewish Organizations Security Committee.
As each Passover season is celebrated, those of the Jewish faith mark the Annual Bread Burning/Biur Chometz, an tradition organized by the Staten Island Council of Jewish Organizations Security Committee
Game of Thrones spoilers, obviously.
The battle between the living and the dead ran for 82 minutes, and somehow the story continues.
“My staff and volunteers really did an awesome job and I am extremely proud of them,” said the school's principal, before adding: “It was really a great day. Everyone had a blast."
The interactive program is an alternative to the traditional, hum drum, run of the mill charity event.
The company initiated the recall due to the potential that the heat wrap could include cells that have a higher cell temperature than specified, the FDA said.
Pfizer is recalling one lot of its ThermaCare Back Pain Therapy HeatWraps because they could get hotter than expected.
Can yellow buses park on residential streets? Is it illegal for a dog to use the backyard as its bathroom? ... You asked, so we answered. That's #fyiSI.
You asked, we're answering -- that's #fyiSI.
ICYMI: Egger's has opened for the season at Historic Richmond Town.
The new Egger's Candy Shoppe offers approximately 150 types of old-fashioned candy.
Some Staten Island residents are arguing that a new city proposal will remove opportunities for public input on proposed developments in their neighborhood, claiming it will allow for denser residential areas.
Special Natural Resources District would streamline rules for development.
ICYMI: The High Rock Challenge gets muddier and sweatier every year. 2019 was no exception.
Here's what went down at Staten Island's most diverse obstacle race.
A maintenance worker cutting some weeds made the gruesome discovery in Brooklyn underneath a Gowanus Expressway approach to the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
A maintenance worker made the gruesome discovery on Saturday.
Spring break is over, so the traffic is back.
Traffic is backing up onto the Staten Island Expressway eastbound.
Now that you've had a night to sleep on it, what are your SPOILER-FREE thoughts of the Battle of Winterfell on "Game of Thrones"? (REMINDER: Please keep it spoiler-free.)
The widow's lawyer said he is moving forward with the lawsuit to “win justice in court for the loss of her husband.”
Salvatore Pierro hit while walking in the crosswalk at Arden Avenue and Annadale Road, said police.
Staten Island students were recently acknowledged by PetSmart Charities for their hard work and dedication in the school’s animal rescue clubs.
We’re highlighting some of the activities Staten Island students are engaged in.
More than 200 bowlers -- including several celebrities from the “Sopranos," “Sons of Anarchy” and a sports analyst -- came out to support the Dr. Theodore Atlas Foundation on Sunday at Rabs Country Lanes, Dongan Hills.
The Dr. Theodore A. Atlas Bowl-A-Thon was held Sunday.
A vehicle flipped over the center median on Richmond Avenue in Graniteville Sunday afternoon, forcing emergency responders to remove the injured driver from the vehicle.
The injured individual was transported to Richmond University Medical Center in West Brighton, an FDNY spokesman said.
From trash to turkeys, meet Erin Schneider.
The lefty almost throws highest series ever on Island.
If you’re reading this on a computer, you might want to stand up.
The total time spent sitting increased from 2007 to 2016, from 5.5 hours a day to 6.4 hours a day for adults.
Former college wrestler partners with Push Fitness Club
https://www.silive.com/news/2019/01/former-college-wrestler-parters-with-push-fitness-club.html
College of Staten Island sports teams play for a cause.
The Dolphins' baseball program celebrated its 15th Annual Grace Hillery Breast Cancer Awareness Night, raising over $4,000 for several organizations on behalf of three distinguished honorees, cancer survivors Dawn Cottone, Jackie Tripodi, and Katherine Gaglione.
More than 1,000 cyclists rode through some of Staten Island’s most scenic places for the Tour de Staten Island on Sunday.
Cyclists rode through Staten Island's most beautiful places for the Tour de Staten Island.
Binge-watching our favorite shows is taking the place of more romantic activities, a recent study shows, and procreation may be taking a hit.
A new study suggests that watching our favorite shows leaves little time for romance and fertility rates are dropping.
The result of Borelli’s actions is the scores of the April test have been thrown out, according to DSNY.
Councilman Joseph Borelli (R-South Shore) alerted officials that there was cheating involved with the recent DSNY exam.
New Dorp Beach resident Kevin Labanc played a huge role in the San Jose Sharks' Game 7, come-from-behind win over the Vegas Golden Knights.
Staten Islander says the team rallied around injured captain.
The city Department of Administrative Services (DCAS) has released its examination schedule for May.
Open, competitive, computer-based tests will be administered throughout the month.
National Grid crews are continuing work Sunday afternoon on a residential block in New Dorp where a gas main was leaking in two places, according to a spokesman for the utility company.
National Grid received calls at about 8 a.m. reporting a gas odor in the area of 18 Maplewood Place in New Dorp.
Take a look inside Dusty Rose Studio in Staten Island.
Dusty Rose opened in Port Richmond in February.
PSA.
The drink will be back on menus next week.
Earlier this week, the MTA announced it will look to lease millions of square feet in roof space to companies interested in generating sustainable solar energy.
The proposed plan could generate enough energy to power 18,000 households.
A push by members of Congress and MTA officials to resurrect split tolling on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge was officially unveiled Sunday at a press conference on Staten Island.
A joint effort by members of Congress and the MTA will cost non-Staten Island residents $9.50 to cross the bridge from either direction.
"Can’t you smoke that somewhere else?"
The study found more than a quarter of U.S. residents "hate" the scent while out in public.
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(From Friday) Convoluted stories, disturbing details in Staten Island teacher slay emerge at arraignment: https://www.silive.com/news/2019/04/convoluted-stories-disturbing-details-in-staten-island-teacher-slay-emerge-at-arraignment.html
All three of these business owners are friends. And all three of them have jokes. Shane tries to figure out which local restaurant is the oldest between Liedy's, Killmeyer's and Basilio Inn. #TheMost
High Rock Challenge 2019 in Sea View 💪
TEACHER MURDER CASE: Shocking revelation about husband’s story to police
HAIL STORM: Ice and rain coming down on Staten Island
Former college wrestler partners with Push Fitness Club https://www.silive.com/news/2019/01/former-college-wrestler-parters-with-push-fitness-club.html
New Dorp Lane is selling for $275. Victory Boulevard is a mere $360. Based on the board game Monopoly, Statenopoly is a chance to charge outrageous tolls, capitalize on hot Island property and collect tuition from local colleges. More here: https://expo.silive.com/news/g66l-2019/03/4d951c4d42235/statenopoly-a-look-back-at-a-board-game-about-the-forgotten-borough.html
There's no way you won't be smiling after you watch this.
Flashback: Westerleigh -- A short video of vintage images of Prohibition Park, Westerleigh Park, Keiber farmland and old Jewett Avenue.
All three of these business owners are friends. And all three of them have jokes. Shane tries to figure out which local restaurant is the oldest between Liedy's, Killmeyer's and Basilio Inn. #TheMost
🌮 TACO TASTING at the “Best Mexican Restaurant” on Staten Island winner!
🌮BEST OF: Sofia’s Taqueria wins “Best Mexican Restaurant on Staten Island.” 🌯Here’s what’s going on inside the Rosebank eatery.
🔥”IT’S NEW”🔥 Giacomo’s Wood Fired Pizza and Trattoria brings Brooklyn-style pies to New Dorp. 🍕 (Address: 170 New Dorp Lane)
MOB BOSS KILLING: Lawyer says evidence on defendant’s computer is “essential”
Man hurt in bicycle crash at construction site in Rosebank; details to come.
NYPD releases video of man sought in assault with metal object: https://www.silive.com/crime/2019/04/nypd-releases-video-of-man-sought-in-assault-with-metal-object.html
Have you seen this car? NYPD releases video of vehicle sought in hit-run that killed woman, 89. https://www.silive.com/news/2019/04/nypd-releases-video-in-search-for-hit-and-run-driver.html
Do you want a piece of "The Most Sexy Steak" on Staten Island? Love it or hate it, this 24-karat gold-plated steak from Portobello Cafe is the talk of the town — so, naturally, Shane started clout-chasing again. #TheMost
Until 1918, Victory Boulevard was known as the Richmond Turnpike. But after the Allies' triumph in World War I, the street's name was changed in honor of the celebrated victory. More here: http://www.silive.com/timecapsule/2016/08/then_and_now_victory_boulevard.html
Flashback: Westerleigh -- A short video of vintage images of Prohibition Park, Westerleigh Park, Keiber farmland and old Jewett Avenue.
On March 26, 2017 Staten Island Advance photographer Bill Lyons spent time with the Staten Island Mall's Easter Bunny ... A good time had by some!
We’re at “Best Mexican Restaurant” 🌯🌮 finalist El Patron (Address: 520 Bay St.) wrapping up the second week of voting. 🚨You have until 8 a.m. on Monday, April 22 to vote for your favorite. 🚨
The Staten Island restaurant scene of the 1980s ... and how it lives on today.
At the age of 28, Holly Bonner began to lose her eyesight while undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. In 2012, Holly was declared legally blind. With the help of her guide dog Frances, Holly learned how to navigate life without vision. (Video by Amanda Steen)
Magie Serpica was named Staten Island's top-voted tattoo artist. The co-owner of Milk and Honey Tattoo Parlour let us visit her business.
This Charleston music studio is doing great work for its artists, including those with special needs. Story: https://expo.silive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/01/984f4e95ec778/si-music-studio-turns-20-becomes-creative-space-for-students-with-special-needs.html
Are you training for the #HighRockChallenge on Staten Island? It's all going down next weekend. FLASHBACK: Moments before stepping over the start line, runners were faced with their first challenge: A muddy low crawl. Then, they took on an obstacle course with wooden planks, kayaking, monkey bars -- and even origami and a plant identification station.
What to know about invasive Asian longhorned tick, a potential threat to New York City.
To help facilitate your "egg-cellent" creations, we tested four egg-decorating kits available in area stores.
Novelli's keeps an Italian tradition alive on Staten Island.
Remember the story of Ashley Welborn, the Staten Island singer who sang for the first time at Easter Sunday mass after temporarily losing her voice? "What an amazing journey it's been...Our value and our worth is in who we are and who God says we are. We're special and we're loved and we're important because he says we are."
Best Mexican Restaurant finalist: Fresh Tortillas in New Dorp! 🌯🌮
S.I. Dish: Over-the-top Junkyard Burger at DaddyO’s BBQ
HS senior Michael Wright's inspiring words as he rebounds from severe spine injury: https://www.silive.com/highschoolsports/2019/04/never-lose-hope-hs-seniors-inspiring-words-as-he-rebounds-from-severe-spine-injury.html
🇲🇽🌮Best Mexican Restaurant: Sofia’s Taqueria is nominated for 2019.
if you notice a tick on you or your child -- while your first instinct may be to grab it quickly to get rid of it -- experts warn that could be a risky move.
“There wasn’t a day that we didn’t cry." ... Meet Ilona Schwartz, featured in Shira Stoll's Holocaust survivor series.
Keep your eyes open when walking or driving around Staten Island, and you're bound to see some unusual sights. (By Tom Wrobleski) Photos, photos, photos: https://trib.al/XmnEpLc
Nearly 6.5 million others have gotten to sing along with former Staten Islander, Christina Kokonis-Viggers, courtesy of a video her friend, Amanda Lasher, filmed of her singing into a Karoke Machine at a Sam's Club nearly two years ago. (Video provided by Amanda Lasher, photo courtesy of Christina Kokonis-Viggers)
There's no way you won't be smiling after you watch this.
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950 W. Fingerboard RoadBronxdale Christian Technical Institute
10462-2466Staten Island University Hospital
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