Manhattan DA Announces Indictment of Suspect for Attempted Rape on New York Subway
In a disturbing case that has echoed through the tunnels of New York's subway system, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. has confirmed the indictment of 44-year-old Felix Rojas on charges of attempting to sexually assault an incapacitated man on the R train. The late-night incident took place between...
Mom recounts attack on autistic son outside Staten Island Mall; 2 teens charged with...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Staten Island mother is reeling after her 16-year-old son was jumped and beaten by a group of four teens outside the Staten Island Mall in New Springville. The teen, who has autism, was “randomly” attacked as he waited for a bus home, his mother,...
Former FDNY chief who pleaded guilty to corruption charge sentenced to 3 years
Close up of a fire engine in the New York City Fire Department, US, April 1988. Prosecutors said Anthony Saccavino abused his power to line his pockets. [ more › ]
NYPD: Suspect fled 2 traffic stop attempts before opening fire on police car on...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A 31-year-old man who shot at police in Port Richmond on Sunday night had, minutes before, fled two traffic stop attempts, according to the NYPD. Just before 7:30 p.m. the motorist behind the wheel of a silver Nissan SUV allegedly fled a traffic stop attempt in the vicinity of Forest Avenue and...
Dramatic photos capture first responders rescue woman from waters off Staten Island beach
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A former Staten Islander who was in town visiting friends and out for a day of shooting photos happened upon the scene of a water rescue at South Beach in the vicinity of Capodanno Boulevard and Sand Lane Saturday afternoon. Tom Martinez, 62, a former...
Large tree falls on car on Staten Island during rainstorm
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A large tree toppled and landed on a parked car during a rainstorm Wednesday in Annadale. The incident happened on Rogers Place near Amboy Road. The tree fell over from its roots, ripped up the patch of grass between the curb and sidewalk and landed on the roof of a white car.
NYC Buildings Department to host free event for Staten Island property owners
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — If you have questions about construction permits or property violations, the New York City Department of Buildings wants to hear them. The city agency — which enforces building codes, zoning regulations, and construction safety practices across all five boroughs — is hosting a free Staten Island...
NYPD: Man sought for questioning in connection with grand larceny on Staten Island
The NYPD is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual sought for questioning in connection with a grand larceny case. The alleged theft took place around 10:22 p.m. on April 26 in front of 1805 Forest Ave. in Graniteville, near the intersection of Forest Avenue and Morningstar Road, according to a...
Staten Island ‘Nonnas’ restaurant: Hours, location, reservations and more info
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- A movie set on Staten Island and inspired by local restaurant Enoteca Maria is currently rising the charts on Netflix. The movie, “Nonnas,” chronicles a man who, after losing his beloved mother, risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant — staffed by real nonnas, or...
‘I couldn’t believe I heard his name.’ Former Staten Island priest details 30-year friendship...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Rev. Joseph Mostardi was watching TV in Ocean City, New Jersey, when he saw Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as Pope Leo XIV — a man he’s known as a friend for over 30 years. “I was stunned. I couldn’t believe I heard...