Staten Island (/ ˈstætən / STAT-ən) is the southernmost of the five boroughs of New York City, coextensive with Richmond County and situated at the southernmost point of New York. The borough is separated from the adjacent state of New Jersey by the Arthur Kill and the Kill Van Kull and from the rest of New York by New York Bay.

In this guide, we’ll go over the best things to do in Staten Island. What is Staten Island famous for? Staten Island is known for its excellent beaches and is the least populated borough in NYC.

Jan 19, 2025 · Staten Island, island and borough, New York City, southeastern New York state, U.S. The island lies in New York Harbor south of Manhattan and between New Jersey and Brooklyn. With several smaller islands it forms Richmond county and …

20 hours ago · STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Jennifer Panek, 38, who was found dead in a park in New Jersey, was a devoted wife, mother and former teacher of children with special needs on Staten Island.

Dec 23, 2023 · For ideas on the borough's best places to visit, see our list of the top things to do in Staten Island. You may have seen the orange-colored three-tiered vessel in pictures of New York city's iconic Statue of Liberty.

Feb 2, 2025 · Staten Island Chuck did not see his shadow, meaning the Big Apple should expect an early spring. Chuck's prediction differed from Punxsutawney Phil's, who saw his shadow, but Chuck has a better ...

1 day ago · Griffin Fossella, son of Staten Island borough president Vito Fossella, announced Saturday his plans to run for the New York City Council. At his campaign kick-off event at La Fontana in Oakwood ...

Oct 16, 2024 · Staten Island is an off-the-beaten-path destination in NYC. Photo by Stephen McFadden on Unsplash. What Is Staten Island Known For? Staten Island may live in the shadow of NYC’s more popular boroughs like Manhattan and Brooklyn, but it can stand on its own with several claims to fame.

Feb 2, 2025 · Meanwhile, Staten Island Chuck got rave reviews from NOAA. In front of, what organizers said, was the "largest crowd ever," Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow Sunday and called for six more weeks of ...

SIM8x Staten Island Mall Park and Ride to Midtown . SIM9 Eltingville to Greenwich Village via Hylan Bl. SIM10 Eltingville to Midtown via Richmond Ave. SIM11 New Dorp to Midtown Manhattan. SIM15 Eltingville to Downtown via Arthur Kill Rd. SIM22 Eltingville to Midtown via Richmond Ave NJ.