Staten Island FYI

🐷 Only in Great Kills… a quiet South Shore block, a classic Staten Island home — and a pig enjoying the backyard.

That’s the thing about Great Kills: it mixes the expected with the unexpected. From parks and harbor views to Little League traditions and quirky neighbors, this neighborhood always has a story to tell.

👉 Want to dive deeper into Great Kills? Check the comments 👇

🍂🎉 Staten Island Oktoberfest 2025 returns!

On Saturday, October 4, from 12 PM to 8 PM, SIUH Community Park (home of the FerryHawks) will host a full day of:
✅ Food & beer
✅ Live music & entertainment
✅ Local vendors & shopping
✅ Carnival rides, games & family fun
🎆 Fireworks at 7:30 PM

🎟 Tickets: $10 general admission | Free for veterans
🚗 Free parking

The event is presented by the Rotary Clubs of Staten Island and Rolling Thunder Chapter 2 NY, in memory of Bernard Del Rey, with proceeds supporting veterans in need. 🇺🇸

🍎🍯 May your year be filled with sweetness, joy, and good health.
✨ Shanah Tovah to all who celebrate! ✨

🏈💪 HealthFest 2025 is happening this Friday, Sept. 26, 2–7 PM at SIUH Community Park! Free health screenings, raffles, healthy food tastings, and meet NFL legends — don’t miss it!

Borough President Vito Fossella invites Staten Islanders to HealthFest 2025, which will offer free health screenings, resources, activities, and appearances by NFL legends at SIUH Community Park on Friday, Sept. 26, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

HealthFest 2025 will include free blood pressure, health and mental health screenings; a Health Passport for attendees who complete screenings with chances to win raffles; free merchandise and signed memorabilia; more than 30 vendors; education on concussion injuries and injury prevention offered by experts from Northwell/SIUH orthopedic and surgical teams; healthy food tastings; games, and opportunities to win free haircuts from participating barbershop partners.

There will also be free EKG, Narcan, Stop the Bleed and CPR training.

Attendees will have the chance to meet NFL greats, take photos, join Q&A sessions, and receive signed memorabilia from the following:

Roman Obenorme: Former offensive tackle (Buccaneers), Super Bowl # # Champion and current NFL Vice President of Football Development
Eric Olsen: Former NFL offensive lineman (Broncos, Washington, Saints)
Kyle Richardson: Former Ravens punter and Super Bowl # # Champion
Jay Alford: Former Giants defensive tackle and Super Bowl XLII Champion.

🚨 Big news for Staten Island’s South Shore! 🚨

Trader Joe’s is opening a brand-new store in Pleasant Plains on Tuesday, September 24. 🛒 From Mandarin Orange Chicken to fresh flowers, all your TJ’s favorites are finally coming closer to home.

This will be Staten Island’s second Trader Joe’s and the first on the South Shore — no more long drives across the island! 🙌

Who’s planning to line up on opening day? 🎉

(Full details in the comments ⬇️)

🚢✨ The Staten Island Ferry: More Than Just a Ride ✨🚢

Every day, the bright orange boats cross New York Harbor carrying thousands of riders — but the ferry is more than a commute. It’s an NYC tradition with some of the best skyline and harbor views you’ll ever see. 🗽🌆

✅ Free since 1997 — no ticket needed
✅ Runs 24/7, every 15–30 minutes
✅ About 25 minutes one way
✅ Around 22 million passengers each year
✅ Insider tip: Sit on the right side leaving Manhattan for the closest look at Lady Liberty 👀

From sunsets on the water to the lights of Lower Manhattan at night, every trip feels a little different — and always worth it. 🌅🌃

🛳️ Drop a ferry emoji if you’ve ever taken the ride!

👉 Full guide with more history & tips is in the comments ⬇️

🔧 Roadwork update: here’s where DOT will be paving across Staten Island this week.

The Department of Transportation will be paving the following locations this week:

-- Monday: Commerce Street from Fieldstone Road to Arelene Street
-- Tuesday: Commerce Street from Fieldstone Road to Arelene Street; Eton Place from Dead End to Richmond Avenue
-- Wednesday: Saybrook Street from Victory Boulevard to Croft Place; Goller Place from Victory Boulevard to Croft Place
-- Thursday: Goller Place from Victory Boulevard to Croft Place; South Railroad Avenue from Tysens Lane to Beach Avenue
-- Friday: South Railroad Avenue from Tysens Lane to Beach Avenue; Behan Court from Beach Avenue to Amboy Road; Belfast Avenue from Amboy Road to Dalton Avenue

All work is weather-dependent and subject to change. To register a complaint or report a pothole, call the DOT at 212-839-2395 or call 311.

(Photo courtesy of the Department of Transportation)

📊💍 Staten Island Love & Life by ZIP Code! 💍📊

How married is your neighborhood? 🤔
According to the latest 2023 Census data, here’s the marital status breakdown across Staten Island ZIP codes.

✅ Some areas have nearly half the residents married
✅ Others lean more toward never married singles
✅ Divorce, widowhood, and separation also show clear differences ZIP to ZIP

👉 Question for you: Do these numbers match what you see in your neighborhood? Or do they surprise you? Drop your thoughts below ⬇️

📢 Staten Island Residents – Job Fair Alert!

Looking for a new opportunity? Northfield Bank and the SSG Michael Ollis VFW Post 9587 are hosting a Job Fair on Tuesday, September 30th from 10 AM to 3 PM at VFW Post 9587 – 575 Mill Road, Staten Island, NY 10306.

What you should know:

Walk-ins are welcome! But if you want, you can schedule ahead by emailing DeAnna Gleco (HR Generalist) at [email protected].

They’re looking for people for both full- and part-time roles — branch positions in NY, support/corporate roles too. Some specific openings include Universal Banker Trainee, Small Business Relationship Manager, etc.

Northfield Bank emphasizes a supportive, inclusive environment. Great chance to grow with a bank that values its employees.

If you or someone you know is job-hunting, this is worth checking out! Share so others can see — let’s get Staten Islanders connected to opportunity.

🎬 Staten Island Pop Quiz 🎬

This scene was filmed at Buono Beach in Rosebank, with the Verrazzano shining in the background. 🌉

❓Can you name the romantic comedy without Googling? (Hint: it stars Matthew McConaughey & Kate Hudson 💛)

Drop your guesses below ⬇️

🗑️ NYC Bin Rebate Coming for Homeowners 🏠

Mayor Eric Adams, Acting DSNY Commissioner Javier Lojan, and DOF Commissioner Preston Niblack just announced automatic rebate checks for many homeowners to cover the cost of the official NYC Bin.

👉 What to Know:

One- and two-family homeowners receiving STAR or E-STAR will automatically get a $59.30 check in the mail.

Checks will go out in the coming weeks — no application needed.

Already bought your NYC Bin? You’ll still get the rebate.

Haven’t bought one yet? You’ll get instructions to purchase and still receive the rebate.

Deadline: June 2026 — all homes must use the official rat-resistant NYC Bin.

This is part of the city’s ongoing “Trash Revolution” to move garbage off sidewalks, cut down on rats, and make neighborhoods cleaner and healthier. 🌱

📞 Order bins online or call 855-692-2467.

🚨 Recall Alert: Cookies Sold in New York 🚨

A Staten Island business, Jafra Import Export Inc., has announced a recall of Barazeq Cookies (17.6 oz metal containers) distributed throughout New York.

According to the recall notice, these cookies may contain undeclared milk and wheat, posing a serious or life-threatening risk to individuals with allergies.

⚠️ No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported as of Tuesday.

👉 If you purchased these cookies, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
📞 Questions? Call the company at 718-219-2284.

📸 Credit: https://pix11.com/news/local-news/cookies-sold-in-new-york-recalled-for-allergy-risks/