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Provided to us. yet the drone and the inspection of the riverbank leading into the arthur kill which is where the river deposits is ongoing as we talk. >> mayor, we really appreciate your time. we know that you and your emergency service personnel have been doing yeomans duty trying to save people for all of these past more than 12 hours now thank you very much for your time. we are thinking of everyone in elizabeth. >> thank you for having me. >> again, we are watching these pictures, boundbroo...

New York State has submitted an application for the US Department of Transportations Port Infrastructure Development Grant Program to support construction of Arthur Kill Terminal (AKT) in Staten Island. AKT will be an offshore wind staging and assembly port built on a 32-acre undeveloped site through a partnership between Empire State Development (ESD) and Arthur Kill Terminal. The announcement advances Governor Cuomo’s vision for New York to develop 9GW of offshore wind by 2035, leading th...

ROME — Members of the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association called on Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday to put future state prison closures on hold. NYSCOPBA held a news conference urging the governor and the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision not to close any more prisons until a study can be commissioned to address violence inside prisons amid a steady decline in the inmate population. NYSCOPBA Western Region Vice President Mark DeBurg...

Gas prices on the rise: Where is the cheapest fuel on Staten Island? Updated May 16, 2021; Posted May 15, 2021 Since the cyber attack on the U.S. Colonial Pipeline, drivers can expect the average price for gas in New York City to be as high as $3.14 this weekend, data shows. (Staten Island Advance)Staten Island Advance Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Since the cyber attack on the U.S. Colonial Pipeline, drivers can expect the average price for gas in New York City to be as high as $3.14...

Help find a home for these adorable, adoptable pets: May 15-16 Updated May 14, 2021; Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Spring has finally sprung. But with the warmer weather comes ample animal shedding. Some breeds with a double-coat like German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, Akitas, Samoyeds and Malamutes experience “coat blow.” Coat blow is when dogs switch from their winter coats to their summer coats. A grooming kit with three essential tools is good to keep handy. Brushes: These co...

20 things we miss about Staten Island: Restaurants, stores and more Today 8:00 AM STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — If the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that change is inevitable. If you’re feeling nostalgic about aspects of Staten Island that no longer exist, we don’t blame you. Whether you are a teen, an adult or a senior, there is something every generation misses about “old Staten Island.” Keep scrolling to see some of the things we miss about Staten Island....

Get mom a furry gift this Mother’s Day: Adopt a pet, May 8-9 Posted May 07, 8:00 AM 7 Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Happy Mother’s Day! Whether you’re honoring a grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, daughter or anyone else, make sure to celebrate them this weekend. And for those who are unable to celebrate, we are with you, too. Being a parent isn’t always easy. Throw in pets, and it only gets tougher. Your time is stretched, but the love is rewarding. We hope you have ...

April showers brings May fur friends | Adopt a pet, May 1-2 Posted Apr 30, 2021 Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — ‘Tis the season for ticks. Check your fur babies as often as possible or at least at the end of every day. It’s not extra work if it keeps our loved ones safe from harm. It only takes a minute to look them over, but it’s worth the time. Where do you look when checking for ticks? The diagram below should help. If you give them a good rub down after being outside, you will...

Parts of Goethals Road North, Morrow Street to close Sunday for cleanup Updated 5:00 AM; Today 5:00 AM Various street cleanups taking place in the coming month will require temporary road closures. (Staten Island Advance) Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Portions of Goethals Road North and Morrow Street will be closed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday for spring cleaning. The closures will impact Goethals Road North, from South Avenue to Forest Avenue, as well as Morrow Street, from Fores...

Open your home to an adoptable pet: April 24-25 Updated Apr 23, 2021; Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — With spring and warmer weather ahead, our furry family members will begin to shed much more. It’s on your clothes, in the corners of your home, and the sun shows more than the naked eye can see. But instead of pulling out a heavyweight vacuum, there are other options for a quick cleanup. Check out these handheld vacuums. Be sure to look for a good warranty, low noise and ergonomic des...