Staten Island judge stops Mamdani’s second-home tax due to poorly executed implementation
Staten Island Judge Halts NYC’s Second Home Tax Implementation A judge in Staten Island has put a stop to New York City’s implementation of a tax on second homes valued over $5 million, stating that the Department of Finance (DOF) conducted the process in an unfair manner. This new tax, known as the pied-à-terre tax, […]
Staten Island mother Diana Rolon killed in Father’s Day hit-and-run as family tells the BMW driver ‘You will face consequences’
Staten Island Mother Dies After Hit-and-Run on Father’s Day A mother from Staten Island was tragically struck in a hit-and-run incident on Father’s Day. Her family has made it clear that the reckless driver will face consequences for this “senseless” act. Diana Rolon, 60, passed away Thursday—just four days after being hit by a speeding […]
Fire and explosion devastate Staten Island shipyard, resulting in at least 1 death and 36 injuries
Explosion and Fire at Staten Island Shipyard A significant fire followed by an explosion occurred at the Staten Island Shipyard on Friday afternoon, resulting in the death of one civilian and injuring 36 others, the majority of whom were firefighters. This incident triggered a large-scale emergency response. A second explosion led to serious injuries for […]
Explosion and fire at Staten Island shipyard hurt multiple first responders
Explosion at Staten Island Shipyard Injures 16 A significant explosion and subsequent fire at a shipyard in Staten Island on Friday afternoon left at least 16 individuals injured, notably affecting over a dozen firefighters and first responders. According to the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), all 16 were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. […]
Staten Island Ferry will offer beer and liquor again, ending a seven-year period without alcohol.
The Booze Cruise is Making a Comeback Alcoholic beverages will return to the Staten Island Ferry this week after a seven-year hiatus, as announced by city officials on Monday. The ferry fleet’s MV SSG Michael H. Ollis kiosk will start selling beer, hard seltzers, and canned cocktails beginning Friday. In the following weeks, this service […]
Staten Island suffers from a strange smell resembling ‘rotten eggs’ that is making residents feel sick.
Frustration Over Foul Odor in Staten Island Residents of Staten Island have been grappling with a persistent, unpleasant smell that has lingered for months, causing nausea and irritation, prompting some to leave their homes in search of relief. Locals in Bull’s Head are seeking answers, as roadwork on Merrill Street completed in December seems to […]
70% of students on Staten Island missed school after the blizzard due to Mamdani’s policies
Snowstorm Disrupts Staten Island Schools On Tuesday, about 70% of students on Staten Island missed school, learning very little the day after New York City experienced its largest snowstorm ever. Staten Island was hit hardest among the boroughs, with some areas receiving nearly 30 inches of snow. This led to a staggering absenteeism rate of […]
Shop on Staten Island to close for St. Patrick’s Day parade to prevent extreme underage drinking issues
Concerns Rise Over St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations on Staten Island This St. Patrick’s Day, some Staten Island coffee shops will be closing early to sidestep the chaos stirred up by intoxicated teens during last year’s parade. Megan Coppola, owner of Beans and Leaves, expressed her apprehension about facing the rowdy crowd that led to multiple […]
Staten Island St. Pat’s Parade continues as planned despite significant snowfall
Staten Island’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Controversy As Staten Island gears up for its annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, locals are expressing concerns about the decision to clear major roads like Forest Avenue while many side streets remain impacted by last weekend’s snowstorm. The city has prioritized snow removal along the parade route in West […]
Trump informs parents of fallen Staten Island Army hero Michael Ollis that their son will be awarded the Medal of Honor.
President Honors Fallen Soldier’s Parents President Trump shared a heartfelt phone call with the parents of Army Staff Sergeant John Johnson from Staten Island. During this conversation, Michael Oris informed them that their son would receive the Medal of Honor posthumously for his courageous sacrifice in Afghanistan over a decade ago. On Monday, Robert and […]