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The Forgotten Subreddit of the Forgotten Borough.

Welcome to Staten Island! Birthplace of the Wu Tang Clan, the New York Dolls, Big Ang, and the notorious serial killer Cropsey. The only place in the world you can view both the New York skyline and wild bald eagles from the same park bench. More than just the location of film sets like Boardwalk Empire, The Godfather, and MTV's Super Sweet 16: We are home to some of the most loving, dedicated, and hardworking New Yorkers.

Welcome to Staten Island! Birthplace of the Wu Tang Clan, the New York Dolls, Big Ang, and the notorious serial killer Cropsey. The only place in the world you can view both the New York skyline and wild bald eagles from the same park bench. More than just the location of film sets like Boardwalk Empire, The Godfather, and MTV's Super Sweet 16: We are home to some of the most loving, dedicated, and hardworking New Yorkers.

"I wanna boat ride to my job. Don't want no trash in my backyard.''

-The Ferrymen

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They're Flying.

Seeing a gang of Staten Island Street Turkeys take flight is an awesome sight.

30 Comments
2024/12/02
00:00 UTC

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Activities for kids?

I grew up in st. George/Stapleton, moved to California was 18, and just recently moved back after 20 years. I have a 2 year old and was just wondering if anyone knew about any activities, shows, meetups, or places that would be good to take her to/enroll her in/etc? I'm walking distance from a few amazing local parks and playgrounds, the empire outlets mall/ferry terminal and know about the early literacy storytimes at the library. Thanks in advance!

16 Comments
2024/12/01
15:01 UTC

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Warhammer/Warhammer Adjacent Stores?

I've been wondering if there are any stores here that carry Games Workshop products as I've found it to be incredibly troublesome to have to go to Brooklyn or Manhattan to pick up anything in person.

9 Comments
2024/11/30
16:36 UTC

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Looking for an off the books job for my GF.

My GF is looking for some extra cash off the books while she works on some personal projects. Any suggestions would be appreciated, thanks!

7 Comments
2024/11/30
00:32 UTC

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Pharmacies that prescribe birth control for free

Anyone know of a pharmacy that prescribes birth control pills for free? I'm looking for an actual prescription, not the otc pills.

I know cvs and rite aid do it for a fee, but if I have to pay for it, I may as well just go see my primary.

Edit- I have insurance that would cover the cost of the medication, I'm just looking for somewhere that doesn't change for writing the actual prescription.

13 Comments
2024/11/29
21:59 UTC

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Hov3+ lane

As a queens resident, who travels thru Staten Island multiple times. The hov lane confuses the hell out of me.

All the sign says is 3+ hov lane for the tunnel. Then on the smallest sign ever right before the hov lane ends, it says 6am-10am mon-fri hov3+ only.

Does that mean, 10am and later+ weekends it's a open lane regardless of occupancy?

8 Comments
2024/11/29
17:30 UTC

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One Ospray leaving after Presidential visit

One of the two Ospreys leaving

2 Comments
2024/11/29
00:30 UTC

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ShopRite Turkey?

Would anyone like a free ShopRite turkey?

I was shopping tonight, and they let me know I had reached the promotion for the free turkey or ham. But I don’t really need it, I live alone, I’m never gonna make it. But I took a turkey anyway because I figured I’d give it to family. No one wants it lol.

I mean, I guess it’s a long shot here too. But I’d be willing to drop this turkey off anywhere on SI for anyone who needs/wants it.

3 Comments
2024/11/28
07:28 UTC

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Presidential visit rehearsal

This is the rehearsal on Saturday 11/23/24 for the presidential visit on 11/25/24

8 Comments
2024/11/28
02:57 UTC

13

Beard barber in Staten Island

Need to get beard shaped and trimmed.

Any recommendations?

The place I get my haircut, which I'm happy with for that service, once trimmed my beard and it was terrible.

I live near Clove Lake Park but have car, will travel.

Thank you.

28 Comments
2024/11/27
12:23 UTC

0

Good Piercer

I usually go to Seven at Ink Couture, but want something done (septum) this weekend. Can anyone recommend a good one? My daughter is 16 and wants to do it before she chickens out, so I’d like someone calm and gentle (as possible).

15 Comments
2024/11/27
11:27 UTC

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Tottenville 99 cent store.

Does anyone have any video or images of the 99 cent store at this location on amboy road. The owner moved away do to issues with his wife's health he was a nice guy. seems like everything on this road won't go back before 2018 sadly

https://preview.redd.it/d2pgglzl8d3e1.png?width=1349&format=png&auto=webp&s=55568e40a3acc859355a992f9b94fbd29b7ac298

5 Comments
2024/11/27
03:44 UTC

17

Hylan Blvd

What’s with all the Albanian flags along Hylan Blvd?

36 Comments
2024/11/26
20:24 UTC

4

Intel on the plaza on the corner of Narrows Rd/Targee near the pizza place and the auto repair?

Does anyone know what businesses will be in that lil plaza, or if there are any slated? Glad to see businesses opening!

4 Comments
2024/11/26
02:32 UTC

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Does anybody know what month that bucks drop their antlers?

Some people tell me it’s September, and some people tell me it’s December. When is the best time to go looking for sheds?

14 Comments
2024/11/25
20:17 UTC

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Weekend craft groups?

Are there any craft groups that meet on weekends? I crochet blankets for shelter animals, and I would love to find a group to meet with once or twice a month and chat while we craft :) I’ve found a couple of groups at libraries and churches, but they meet during the week and I’m not able to do this due to work. Thanks!

13 Comments
2024/11/24
22:03 UTC

18

Trivia on the Island?

Does anyone know where restaurants or bars do free trivia nights? I’d love to go!!

8 Comments
2024/11/24
21:24 UTC

23

South beach

Anyone know what’s going on around father Capodanno and the beach? I see so many barriers around it saying no parking Sunday and Monday but don’t see any events involved.

19 Comments
2024/11/24
03:53 UTC

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Rant about the exit 11 (Bradley Ave)

I am so tired of driving on the highway and sitting in traffic because of THIS specific exit going towards the Goethals. People use the exit lane as a way to cut people off and it just causes more traffic💔💔💔

17 Comments
2024/11/24
02:54 UTC

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Enoteca Maria

Good morning, Staten Island!

My previous (and first) post here got so much great feedback and I was overwhelmed. After all the helpful and welcoming comments, I only want to visit Staten Island even more!

Looking through the restaurant suggestions, I’m primarily intrigued by Enoteca Maria. It’s such a lovely, culturally diverse concept. I’d like to hear from prior experiences and knowledge. A few questions I have are: How busy does it get? How much can one expect to spend per person usually? I’m planning on going on Sunday/tomorrow. How soon can/should I make a reservation?

If that doesn’t work out for some reason, I’d be equally delighted to try out The Basement, Lakruwana, Chang Noi or Beso. Over multiple trips, we’ll move further into Staten Island to see Shawnae, Basilio Inn, Ruddy and Dean, Vinum, and various other unmentioned, amazing restaurants. The museums and harbors will have to wait for a future trip.

Did I mention you guys are awesome? Would anyone be open to do a Staten Island meetup in the future, possibly even tomorrow when we try to go to Enoteca Maria or another restaurant tomorrow?

26 Comments
2024/11/23
13:55 UTC

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Crime on Staten Island

I’ve lived in Staten Island my whole life and know most neighborhoods. I’m curious how you guys think crime is around Staten Island. I just started doing instacart so I’ve been in the north shore more than I have in the past because I grew up in the south shore. I’ve seen a lot of people saying there’s very selective areas that are bad. Based on your opinions use the following colors to fill out Staten Island based on crime. Red being the worst, orange bad, yellow mostly safe and green for safe and post in comments.

11 Comments
2024/11/23
04:44 UTC

35

Is Stepleton dangerous?

I will go to the U.S. next year to study English Language School. My school is in Mid Down Manhattan. My friend lives in Stapleton. I will stay at my friend's house. Would it be safe to take the bus, ferry and come home every day? My style is very different. I wear pink and very colorful things.

77 Comments
2024/11/22
22:56 UTC

5

St George Area? Safety?

I'm planning a trip to NYC for early next year. I'm looking at an AirBNB near the corner of St Marks Pl and Wall St. Is this a decent area for two women to stay for a couple of weeks?

Thanks

31 Comments
2024/11/22
21:42 UTC

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What to do with unwanted books?

I have a bunch of books I want to get rid of where can I donate them at?

25 Comments
2024/11/22
11:44 UTC

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