Staten Island starts the week with quiet, cool days. Tuesday feels a little chilly, with highs sitting just below the usual range for this time of year. The skies stay mostly clear, but clouds begin to gather by Tuesday night. Those clouds aren’t bringing rain yet—just a hint of what’s coming. By W
Starting life with a solid base is key. The first few years set the stage for everything that follows. Kids learn by watching and copying adults. They pick up habits, language, and ways to solve problems. Good relationships give confidence. When a child feels loved and safe, they expl
Staten Island Academy's boys' basketball team faced a tough loss in the ACIS Championship, falling to Dwight School by just three points. The Tigers, who entered the tournament as the second seed, put up a good fight, especially after being down by 14 points in the second half. They managed to take
Starbucks has big plans to grow its business around the world. The company wants to double its international presence, aiming for 40, 000 stores outside North America. This is a huge goal, but Starbucks is already doing well internationally, with a $8 billion a year business that is growing fast. O
Staten Island and parts of Queens are on high alert due to a coastal flood advisory. This warning comes after a recent snowfall, with the worst expected early Monday morning. The concern is minor flooding, with water levels possibly rising up to six inches above normal. Residents are being told to
Staten Island has long been a challenging area for Democrats. Over the past 40 years, only two Democrats have secured the congressional seat, and their victories were short-lived. Now, Democrats are advocating for a change in district boundaries, arguing that it's about fairness. A judge recently r
Star Trek is known for its futuristic tech and deep space adventures, but it also has a surprising love for sports. From phaser shootouts to alien lacrosse, the franchise has created some unique games. Let's dive into these fictional sports and see what makes them special. First up is Calica, a new
Starting a restaurant chain is not easy. It takes a lot of hard work and planning. Hady Kfoury learned this the hard way. He began his journey in fine dining, working under famous chefs. In 2008, he opened the first Naya, a Lebanese-inspired eatery. The initial success was a big boost. A feature in
Starting a new fitness routine is often met with enthusiasm. The initial excitement can be strong. But as days turn into weeks, sticking to the plan becomes challenging. Life has a way of interrupting even the best-laid plans. Missing a workout might feel like a setback, but it doesn't define your p
Staten Island saw a big drop in crime in 2025, but not all areas improved. The overall crime rate fell by 0. 7%, but some crimes went up. For example, grand larceny and retail theft saw small increases. However, violent crimes like murder and shootings dropped a lot. Murders went down by 63%, and sh
