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The Silver Fox? Alibi Inn? Schaffer’s? Which South Shore or Mid-Island bar was your go-to back in the day? Updated Feb 26, 2021; Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - I just want to say one thing before we get started: I know that I’m going to forget somebody’s favorite watering hole. That’s where you come in. If I did neglect to mention your go-to saloon and you can send me a picture, please do, and I’ll make sure that it gets included. Meanwhile, I hope you’ll enjoy this trip (or ...

Gearing up for warmer weather: Here’s where to find bikes, bike racks Updated Feb 25, 2021; Posted Feb 25, 2021 This file photo shows bicycles at a local Staten Island bike shop, Bennetts Bicycles in Castleton Corners. (Staten Island Advance/Erik Bascome)Staten Island Advance Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — It may still be winter, but it’s never too early to think about warmer weather and outdoor activities. If you’re thinking about buying a bicycle, now is the best time to start...

We're looking at real estate prices across Staten Island.

Program offering free smoke detectors to be focus of Community Board 1 meeting Updated Feb 20, 2021; Posted Feb 20, 2021 An FDNY and Red Cross program offering free carbon monoxide and smoke detector installation to Staten Island residents will be explained during a virtual Community Board 1 meeting on Tuesday. (Cleveland.com) Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A FDNY and Red Cross program offering free carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and installation to Staten Island residents will ...

Who’s stealing tools from work vans? Burglary spree hurting utility businesses in pandemic Updated Feb 17, 2021; Posted Feb 17, 2021 The center console of one of Qasim Mohmood’s work trucks was ripped out as part of a borough-wide burglary spree. (Photo courtesy of Qasim Mohmood) Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Qasim Mohmood has been living in Meiers Corners since 2005 and never had to worry about locking his car. Then, on Jan. 10, a pair of work trucks in his driveway were burglar...

Advance historic page from Jan. 3, 1952: Grymes Hill couple announces daughter’s engagement Updated Feb 16, 2021; The Advance publishes various engagement announcements. One of the announcements is from Mr. and Mrs. George Wilson of Grymes Hill. They declare the engagement of their daughter, Frances Faith, to William Mansfield Quinlan -- son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Quinlan of Castleton Corners. Wilson is a graduate of Staten Island Academy. It is reported that she then studied at Mount Ida Ju...

Community Board 1 will also host a virtual committee meeting.

Mardi Gras, Carnavale and Fat Tuesday on S.I. — 4 yummy ways to celebrate pre-Lenten traditions Updated Feb 13, 2021; Posted Feb 11, 2021 Crayfish anyone? Bayou presents Mardi Gras with a few specials in 2021. (Staten Island Advance File Photo) Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Pre-Lenten parties will be missed this year by Staten Islanders who relish their fetes — Carnevale, Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday. This year on Tuesday, Feb. 16 in these COVID-19 times find a toned-down selectio...

Indoor dining returns to Staten Island: Our first stop . . . the borough’s diners Updated Feb 12, 2021; Posted Feb 12, 2021 Server Theo Colon takes Mary Alestra and her dad, Joseph Alestras order at the Kings Arms in West Brighton. They are the first customers for indoor dining since Dec. 13, 2020. (Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri) Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — By 8 a.m. Thaone “Theo” Colon had received dozens of calls at the Kings Arms Diner asking if the West Brighton...

Nearly 150 new S.I. nursing home COVID-19 deaths reported after judge forces state to release data Updated Feb 06, 2021; Posted Feb 06, 2021 Photo shows the entrance to the Carmel Richmond Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Dongan Hills on Friday, April 17, 2020. (Staten Island Advance/ Paul Liotta) Facebook Share STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The state released updated coronavirus (COVID-19) related deaths at nursing homes and adult care facilities after being forced by a judge to release the...