Author Archives: Joanna Padovano

A Stroll in the Park

Even though the temperature today wasn’t especially warm, Staten Islanders still flocked to Gateway Park to enjoy the sunny skies and refreshing breeze. Local citizens found themselves enjoying the outdoors today in unity, although their choice of activity varied.  Some jogged … Continue reading

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Hess Gas Station Finally Reopens

For over six months, New Dorp residents have had to deal with the inconvenience of driving a couple of miles out of their way just to fill up their gas tanks.  The Hess station that is located on New Dorp … Continue reading

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New Dorp Says Goodbye to O.T.B.

As of Sunday, the Off Track Betting in New Dorp on Staten Island has been officially closed. This OTB, along with other locations in New York City has been struggling financially for months now. It is said that while OTB … Continue reading

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Where are all the restaurants going?

If you have been to Staten Island, you know that it’s pretty small and you will most likely notice when your favorite places to dine have been closed.  The most recent closing of a food place occurred a few months ago in New … Continue reading

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