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Staten Island’s White House-style mansion hits the market for $13.995M
real-estate14 days ago

Staten Island’s White House-style mansion hits the market for $13.995M

Infamous Gambino boss Paul Castellano’s White House–style Todt Hill mansion on Staten Island is back on the market for $13.995 million (down from $18 million). The 33,000-square-foot estate on about 1.56 acres features eight en‑suite bedrooms, 17 bathrooms, 25 rooms, two kitchens, indoor and outdoor Olympic-sized pools, a 13-car garage, home theater, gym, beauty salon, wine cellar, solarium and Verrazzano Bridge views; the current owner has expanded and upgraded it since Castellano’s era.

Judge in Mamdani Case Also Listed on Contested Property Roll
politics17 days ago

Judge in Mamdani Case Also Listed on Contested Property Roll

Staten Island Supreme Court Justice Wayne Ozzi, who issued a temporary restraining order blocking parts of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s pied-à-terre tax rollout, appears on the Department of Finance’s contested supplemental property roll as the owner of a home in Annadale. His inclusion isn’t mentioned in his ruling. The lawsuit challenges the rollout’s broad publication and mailed notices, not the underlying law; the city plans to appeal, which some say triggered an automatic stay of the TRO. Legal experts say disclosure may be prudent but does not necessarily require recusal.

Staten Island crowd boos NYC mayor off stage at pro-police Night Out
politics22 days ago

Staten Island crowd boos NYC mayor off stage at pro-police Night Out

At a New York Police Department Night Out event on Staten Island, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani was booed off stage within about a minute as roughly 3,500 attendees drowned out his remarks with chants like “get out of here.” He thanked the crowd with a hand to his heart and walked off as organizers struggled to regain control; critics seized on the moment to attack his policing stance and past controversies, while the article notes his defunding-linked past and other incidents, with comment requests sent to his office and the NYPD.

Pete Davidson Sells Staten Island Condo at $400K Loss Ahead of Split Rumors
entertainment3 months ago

Pete Davidson Sells Staten Island Condo at $400K Loss Ahead of Split Rumors

Pete Davidson closed on the sale of his Staten Island condo for $800,000—a $400,000 loss from the price he paid in 2020—one day before reports surfaced that he and girlfriend Elsie Hewitt may have split. Insiders say he’s selling properties to raise funds as they focus on co-parenting their baby daughter, Scottie, while his North Salem home remains on the market with further price reductions.

Trump administration cuts funding for Staten Island, offshore wind, and Rhode Island port projects
environment1 year ago

Trump administration cuts funding for Staten Island, offshore wind, and Rhode Island port projects

The Trump administration withdrew $48 million in federal funding for the Arthur Kill Terminal project on Staten Island, a plan aimed at supporting offshore wind development, citing a shift away from green energy initiatives. Local officials, including Staten Island's Borough President Fossella, expressed skepticism and concern over the project's future, while some efforts to support the project, like those from Rep. Malliotakis, have been halted by the funding cut.

Rising Cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Alarm Regional Health Experts
health1 year ago

Rising Cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Alarm Regional Health Experts

Medical experts on Staten Island warn parents about the highly contagious hand, foot, and mouth disease, which is spreading among children this summer. The disease causes painful symptoms like mouth sores, rash, and fever, and spreads easily through droplets, surfaces, and feces. Preventative measures such as handwashing, disinfecting surfaces, and keeping sick children home are recommended, especially as cases are reportedly increasing in the region.