Year in Review. Here's Staten Island's top Luxury Residential sales of 2019 Staten Island has an abundance of luxury homes, making record breaking sales.   76 Rom...

Heres a list of homes that are beautifully decorated for the Holiday Season. Across the borough, Staten Islanders give a new meaning to Holiday decorating. Elaborately accessorizing their homes with hundreds to thousands of lights, these State...

 Lavish Estate Turned Private Country Club Did You Know? The Richmond County Country Club is one of the rare surviving mansions on Staten Island...

Crisp air, cool temperatures and inspiring colors are the perfect setting for a change of pace and offers great health benefits. In addition ...

You can never go wrong with a nostalgic scoop from Egger's Ice Cream Parlor A staple in State...

My favorite part of Staten Island is where the silence reaches the chaos, where the dusk meets the dawn, and where Richmond Avenue connects Richmond Hill Road. Where most see a Wendy’s and a barren parking lot as they drive down their route, I see ...

  Borough of Parks     Discover New York's greenest borough with acres of scenic routes, hiking trails, and parks. Here are some of the most popular parks in Staten Island. Greenbelt: A system of parklands making up almost 3,000 acre...

What is more satisfying than a delicious ice cream cone on a hot summer day? If you’re looking to grab some ice cream to cool down, ...

On the eve of May 8th, several Staten Island residents old and new gathered together at the Staten Island Museum to honor Elite Ziegelman and her book “To Staten Island, With Love.” The book is 50+ full pages of images of all parts of the island-...

Here’s our list of holiday-related events happening around Staten Island this December, 2011: Christmas In Richmond Town It’s Christmas season in the Village! The Historic Richmond Town welcomes you to take an adventure through the holid...

Welcome everyone to the new age of Staten Island. In this video we wanted to portray our adoration for this borough and show a beautiful lifestyle through personal moments. We wanted to create something that challenges the opinions and perception of ...

There’s nothing quite like fall foliage on Staten Island. Take some time and explore the local Staten Island parks and Staten Island Greenbelt – a network of lush parks, wetlands, open meadows and hiking trails to catch a glimpse of nature’s sp...

hinking of doing a home renovation? Or perhaps putting your house on the market? Then you should know what sells your house best! The housing market is not slowing down and all signs point to a seller’s market. Your home won’t sell itself, ...

What’s more romantic than spending Valentine’s Day in Venice, Milan, San Francisco, Paris or Prague? But if you can’t make it there, surprise your Valentine with an intimate dinner for two at Staten Island’s most romantic restaurants. T...

I’m not good at keeping secrets when it comes to good food places on Staten Island. Maybe, because there are so few and far in between. So I’m telling you, you have to visit the Bagel Mercato. This is the kind of sleek, trendy cafe you expect...

The popular statement that ‘selling a home during the winter season is more difficult’ is not always the case. It is true that during the winter time there are fewer buyers and sellers on the marketplace. However, make no mistake, those that are ...

We are super excited to host this social drawing, First-Time-Ever, event called “Valentine’s Drawing with Inna at Alor Cafe Pasta” on Staten Island and be able to bring this to our wonderful community. This event will be instructed by an incred...

As New Yorkers, we are often rushed through our daily routine, overwhelmed and stressed out most of the time, trying to finish as much as we can by the day’s end. Always in a hurry, we eat, talk, walk and drive, thinking of what we have to do next ...

In honor of the Academy Awards, I decided to take a look at some of the luxurious and opulent homes on Staten Island, worthy of an Oscar nomination and a celebrity homeowner. Let’s look at the lineup together by checking out the photos of the high ...

Let’s kick it up a notch with an exquisite Italian cuisine called Zio Toto Ristorante on Staten Island. This is a second location for the restaurateur and owner, Filippo Giuffre, with whom we had the pleasure of speaking about his new eatery. The f...

When hurricane Sandy hit Staten Island many of us faced a life-changing experience. Each passing day came with our community trying to overcome tough o...

Happy Holidays my friends, I want to wish you the very best this holiday season. I hope you are spending this wonderful time of the year with your family and friends, sharing memories of the past and exchanging gifts wrapped with love. Hope you a...

With the Holiday season in full swing, we decided to make it even more joyous with this special giveaway! Atmosphere Essentials is sharing the holiday spirit by offering this beautiful basket exclusively to our readers. We are big fans of this won...

It’s been days and New Yorkers are still cleaning up from hurricane Sandy. All the city’s resources are being used for emergency and rescue services. This storm has caused so much destruction across the city, the damages are astounding. Sandy...

This is a great time of year and there’s no shortage of fun things to do on Staten Island. We’ve got a list of spooky Halloween-themed events happening around town. There’s something on this list for everyone who loves Halloween from special ev...

Our great weekly list of “Things To Do” on Staten Island – see what’s in store for you this weekend: Pumpkin Picking at Decker Farm...

We are sure glad it’s Friday! Enjoy our weekly “Things To Do on Staten Island” List: Historic House Trust F...

Another one of our weekly “Things To Do” lists, see below: Autumn Moon Festival A seasonal fest that takes place in the New York Chi...

Wondering what to do during the last few warm days? Many around town are taking advantage of the beautiful crisp fall weather and organizing outdoors events. Here’s a great list: Festa D’Italia & Motori D’italia – One Weekend 2 Gr...

It’s been a while since our last update – my apologies. Lately I have been extremely busy with work, helping people buy and sell real estate in Staten Island, here at Vitale Sunshine Realtors. Though my job is challenging at times, it is alwa...

It’s Indepence Day Weekend! That means – picnics in the parks, concerts under the open sky, fun fairs, mouthwatering barbecue festivals, family reunions and, of course, Fireworks! Celebrate America Concert Borough President James P. ...

Summer is here and it’s time to have some fun in the sun! Lumen Lumen is a video and performance art festival on Staten Island’s w...

Wondering what to do this weekend, why not do it all?! This weekend is filled with exciting and fun events happening around Staten Island. ...

It was one of those pretty Spring days, as we made our way to the Historic Richmond Town, anticipating an exciting day ahead. The idea of tasting mouthwatering stew, prepared by the chili experts, was too tempting not to attend this event. The 3rd An...

On April 25th, The Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC), a 501(c) 3 organization, will be holding its 14th Annual Economic Conference. Thousands of business people and vendors will attend, and come together for the SIEDC’s lar...

As we bring this story to our readers I cant’ help but feel a little bittersweet. Recently, my photographer friends embarked on an adventure to the abandoned Staten Island Castle and were really excited to capture a part of the history. Now th...

Over the weekend we attended the NARI-HIC Home Remodeling Show staged at the center court in the Staten Island Mall. The two-day home improvement show featured an extensive number of licensed local contractors. The mission of NARI-HIC organization is...

Get up and do something! Here is a great list of events happening in Staten Island this weekend. Jr. Science Club: Making Light of Optics Build kaleidoscopes and use lasers to study the reflection and refraction of light while having fun and...

Here’s a list of wonderful things to do around town this weekend in Staten Island. Take your friends and family to visit museum exhibits, musicals, child...

As the housing market continues to struggle, the number of members of the National Association of Realtors dips below 1 million. The highly inter-dependent relationship between the number of actively practicing Realtors and the economy is what gu...

Valentine’s Day is a holiday known for love and romance. To make this evening a memorable one, plan a romantic date and treat your lover to a special evening they won’t soon forget. I’m talking about sharing a luscious dining experience with yo...

Few days ago, Staten Islanders were the first to receive real-time bus information for every bus route in the entire borough. The service, MTA Bus Time, allows riders to access the system from their cellphones or computers to get an updated arrival t...

On December 31st, when the clock strikes twelve, people all over the world cheer and wish each other a very Happy New Year. On this delightful day let me wish you that the New Year brightens up each day with joy, warmth, and new promises! May all...

Online jigsaw puzzles from JigsawSite.com This beautiful picture was taken by Yelena Rozov, last year, right after the Christmas Storm. Enjoy putting it together to reveal the true essence of winter!...

As the holidays approach, many wonder if it is the right time to sell their house. Traditionally, the holiday season is a very busy season for buyers and sellers alike. So what is the answer? Most real estate agents say “List!”, some say �...

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It is a time for family and friends to gather together over a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, reflecting on the past year of blessings. It is a time when we express our gratitude and appreciation for the ...

Every year, the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation honors community leaders in economic development, at an official Awards Ceremony held in Staten Island. This year the ceremony took place at a magnificent waterfront facility – The Vand...

The slow economic recovery is continuing to affect not only the small businesses, but the big retail chains as well. Recently, the decision has been made to shut down a Kmart store located on Richmond Ave. Everything in the store is currently on sale...

Imagine my surprise when I walked into the Decker Farm for some fresh produce only to find myself in the middle of a perfectly rustic farm wedding. I reached for my phone and began snapping pictures, I couldn’t resist. There was just something abou...

This past Sunday the Sneak Peak at Freshkills Park attracted many curious visitors. The event is held annually to help people explore and understand what the future holds for the city’s biggest park. People were able to enjoy walking tours, kay...

A new pizza chain has arrived on Staten Island. Locate at 1743 RICHMOND ROAD, Little Caesars has opened its doors to hungry customers. They claim to have the best value for the money, and at $5 for a large pepperoni or cheese pie, I can see why. The...

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Staten Island is going to be buzzing with festivities. Here is a sampling of what’s going on around town this weekend… D.B. Lampman’s “I Am Within” The public is invited to view a sculpture installation and performance by Staten Island...

Many have gathered today at Seaside Wildlife Nature Park in Great Kills to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. On this day attendees shared and remembered the impact of this historic event on the local community. At the end of the �...

Fashion Island’s runway show and live auction is tonight. And we’re not going to lie , we’re super excited! Join us on Fashion’s Night Out to celebrate the young and emerging fashion designers that push the boundaries with their creativity. T...

I hope you and your family made it through Hurricane Irene safely and with no or minimal damage to your property. Here is a collection of images that was submitted to me by our readers. You can also post your experiences and information in the commen...

Over the weekend I visited the weekly outdoor market, and what a great selection of fresh, local produce they had. The vibrant colors of fruits and vegetables, the smell of freshly baked goods in the air, and friendly vendors made the experience...

This is the latest video we did covering the very exciting, LUMEN Festival, that took place on Staten Island’s waterfront. ...

Celebrate the opening of an Adidas store this weekend with a DJ and tons of giveaway prizes. This special in-store event is going to take place July 30 and July 31 from 1-5pm. Come in, check out the new merchandise and enter for a chance to win ...

On one very chilly afternoon, hundreds of brave Staten Islanders came out to try some of the best chili in the region. Despite the weather, people everywhere were enjoying a great variety of chili and salsa prepared by the local cooks. The flavor...

Once a landfill, Freshkills Park is said to become one of the largest parks in New York City spreading over 2,200 acres. The development of this park is a massive and very challenging undertaking for the New York City Department of Parks &Recrea...