Even as thousands of New Yorkers gobble up turkey on their Thanksgiving dinner plates, wild turkeys are thriving in the city's urban wildlife landscape. Native to North America, turkeys live throughout the city, scouting out habitats that have tall trees and delicious treats, such as, well, bugs. Wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo) are flockin' around NYC. Much of that avian action takes place on Staten Island, mostly to the delight, but sometimes to the dismay, of local residents who talked turkey with amNewYork.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - The state of New York has posted several new position openings on Staten Island in the month of November, with varying levels of experience and education required. Salaries range from $55,537 to $125,413. New York state provides careers that touch every part of public life - including education, environmental conservation, and health care. The state employs people of all ages, backgrounds, and education levels - from first responders to engineers, nurses, research scientists, and plow drivers.
The Parsonage -- standing on its original site on Arthur Kill Road at the corner of Clarke Avenue -- was built in 1855 as home for the pastor of the Dutch Reformed Church (now demolished) that once stood nearby,
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - Despite being surrounded by water, Staten Island boasts only a handful of dedicated seafood spots - and just one true, super-casual clam bar and lobster shack: Lobster House Joe's, located at 1898 Hylan Blvd. in Dongan Hills. After more than three decades of serving seafood lovers, the beloved eatery will close its doors on Oct. 30, marking the end of an era for one of the borough's most iconic seafood destinations.
STATEN ISLAND, NY - The Staten Island Branch of the NAACP will mark its 100th anniversary with a Freedom Fund Luncheon on Saturday, Nov. 8 at Nicotra's Ballroom in the Hilton Garden Inn. The milestone event will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and will honor individuals and institutions that have contributed to the borough's legacy of equity and justice over the past century. The celebration aims to recognize a century of service, leadership, and progress while looking ahead to the next 100 years.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - Staten Island's four CHSAA girls' varsity soccer teams will compete this week in the Archdiocese of New York playoffs. Top-seeded St. Joseph by-the-Sea, No. 2 St. Joseph Hill and No. 3 Notre Dame Academy will compete in the five-team, Tier 1 division. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - A 31-year-old man led police on a wild chase after fleeing from a car stop in a busy commercial district in New Dorp, authorities allege. Peter Decasperis of Brook Avenue in Oakwood was arrested on Sept. 15, several weeks after the alleged incident, which began at Hylan Boulevard and Beach Avenue. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
A cold front will bring windy conditions and cooler temperatures to Staten Island on Wednesday, with wind gusts up to 25 mph and clearing skies by midday. The National Weather Service forecasts a quick transition from morning showers to mostly sunny conditions, with daytime temperatures in the lower 60s. The morning will start with scattered rain and potential thunderstorms, particularly in eastern areas, before the cold front moves through.
The new Hylan Blvd. restaurant opens Friday, October 31 at 10:30 a.m. and will operate daily from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., serving the full menu of ShackBurgers, Crinkle Cut Fries, hand-spun shakes and limited-time offerings like the new French Onion Soup Burger. Opening day customers will receive custom mini Shake Shack tote bags, and the company will donate $1 for every sandwich sold that day to Staten Island Giving Circle, which supports children, seniors and military veterans living on Staten Island. The Great Kills-based group is a volunteer-driven nonprofit.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - A 38-year-old man was indicted on weapons charges after he was allegedly caught with a gun inside the NYPD's 120th Precinct stationhouse in St. George.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - A four-vehicle crash at the intersection of Forest Hill Road and Richmond Avenue in New Springville resulted in multiple injuries on Monday afternoon, according to emergency officials. The crash was reported at approximately 2 p.m., according to a spokesperson for the NYPD. The driver of one vehicle attempted to change lanes and make a right turn onto Forest Hill Road, but collided with another vehicle, the police spokesperson said.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - A slow-moving coastal storm will bring potentially dangerous flooding to Staten Island and the broader New York City area, with conditions expected to worsen through Monday evening, according to the National Weather Service. Brian Hurley, a meteorologist with the Weather Prediction Center, said coastal flooding poses the greatest threat from the storm system, with inundation levels reaching 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 feet above ground level in the most vulnerable waterfront areas during high tide cycles late Sunday night and Monday afternoon.
"There are so many Italian restaurants on Staten Island," Macri said. "We wanted to do something different. Todo Bien will have a beautiful menu, a beautiful vibe - wait until you see this restaurant." The name Todo Bien translates to "everything's good" in Spanish, echoing the meaning of Macri's Richmond Valley restaurant Tutto Apposto and reflecting his philosophy of hospitality and optimism. While the menu remains under wraps, Macri promises the same meticulous quality that has made his other establishments local favorites.
The twisted Staten Island teen accused of killing his mother's boyfriend allegedly gave a full, gory confession - including that he planned to liquify the body in a blender and flush it down the toilet, starting with the brain, law-enforcement sources said. Damien Hurstel, 19, allegedly calmly admitted to cops at the NYPD's 120th Precinct that he fatally bludgeoned Anthony Casalaspro, 45, over the head with a meat tenderizer because he wanted to know what it was like to kill someone, sources told The Post.
The front end of a white Rivian SUV struck the side of the McDonalds located at 2154 Hylan Blvd. near Midland Avenue while in the parking lot of the restaurant. According to a bystander who saw the aftermath firsthand, the incident occurred around 3:20 p.m. on Saturday. The eyewitness told the Advance/SILive.com that the SUV was in one of the curbside pickup parking spots on the Hylan Boulevard side of the restaurant.
Three men were killed in a crash on the Staten Island Expressway just before 4:30 a.m. on Oct. 5, police sources said. A 2015 Chevrolet Cruze heading westbound on the major thoroughfare forcefully hit a barrier and flipped off the roadway. EMS responded to the horrific crash and pronounced all three passengers in the car, men ages 25, 26 and 27, dead at the scene. As of Sunday morning, police were withholding the names of the victims pending family notification.
The hour-long event, viewed by thousands on the Advance Facebook Live platform, featured three prominent women leaders on Staten Island: Tatiana Arguello-Sabatelli, executive director of Nonprofit Staten Island; Jessica Phillips, CEO of Historic Richmond Town; and Jessica Baker Vodoor, president and CEO of Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Gardens. The panelists reflected on the experiences and values that shaped their leadership journeys-beginning with what first inspired them to step into leadership roles and what has sustained their motivation during difficult times.
The incident occurred around 3:50 p.m. as fire personnel responded to a report of a smoking manhole at Richmond Avenue and Arthur Kill Road, according to an FDNY spokesperson. Con Edison was notified and the FDNY departed the scene around 4:15 p.m., the spokesperson said. Crews for Con Edison were seen at the intersection investigating the situation that Allan Drury, a spokesman for the utility company, said was likely caused by a failure in the underground power delivery system.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - In a quiet but powerful mission to support Staten Islanders in need, volunteers at the St. Edward's Food Pantry continue to serve with compassion. On Sept. 24, they marked the 20th anniversary of their feeding effort with a celebration that began with Holy Mass. The pantry operates out of two repurposed trailers on the grounds of Mount St. Loretto, located at 6581 Hylan Blvd.
