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Staten Island, New York Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning to you Staten Island! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • SUV flips in Oakwood—what neighbors saw on Falcon Avenue.
  • See what 45 weapons Staten Island neighbors just handed over.
  • Which Staten Island hospital gift shop sold a $100K Powerball ticket?

Also on today's calendar: Book Signing: Measured Steps: The Claire Morrison Files with Author J.S. Warner and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Near-record temperatures, with a high of 99 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, breezy and hot, temps: high: 92, low: 75.
  • Friday: Some sun; hot, low humidity, with a high of 92 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. FDNY: 1 injured after car overturns on Staten Island Tuesday morning (silive.com) — An SUV overturned early Tuesday morning on a residential block at Falcon and Peter avenues in Oakwood, sending one person to Northwell Staten Island University Hospital. FDNY and EMS briefly blocked part of Falcon Avenue while responding, and at least one parked car was damaged before the vehicle was righted around 7 a.m.
   

2. From ghost guns to revolvers: Here's what authorities collected at Staten Island buyback event (silive.com) — Dozens of guns, including ghost guns and an assault rifle, were turned in at a Staten Island gun buyback at New Hope Community Church in West Brighton, removing 45 firearms from local streets. Hosted by the Richmond County DA and NYPD, the no-questions-asked event offered cash cards for surrendered weapons and is credited with helping keep borough murders and gun violence at record lows.
   

3. N.Y. Lottery: $100,000 Powerball ticket purchased at Staten Island hospital (silive.com) — A lucky Powerball player just claimed a $100,000 prize from a ticket sold at Northwell Staten Island University Hospital in Ocean Breeze. The win came from Monday’s drawing, and lottery officials are reminding Staten Islanders about how Power Play works and where to find confidential help if gambling becomes a problem.
   

4. NY Striped Bass Poachers Busted for Exceeding Limits, Keeping Over-Slot Fish (onthewater.com) — Environmental Conservation Officers recently busted a large group of anglers on a secluded Staten Island beach for keeping striped bass outside legal size limits and without proper marine registry. Officers confiscated 14 fish and issued 20 tickets, part of broader spring crackdowns from the Hudson River to the New York Bight. Local anglers are urged to follow slot rules and report poaching.
   

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    Thursday July 16
  • YPN Summer Networking 2026 →
    German American Chamber of Commerce Taco Vista - Governors Island 125 Carder Road New York, NY 10004 You can take the ferry from Battery Maritime Building (10 South Street) to Governors Island at 5:45 PM.
    6:00 pm
    • Friday July 17
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    New York University Public Events New York, NY 10003
    2:00 pm
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    New York University Public Events New York, NY 10003
    2:00 pm
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    Brooklyn Paramount, 385 Flatbush Ave Ext, Brooklyn
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Today (Monday, 7/13) is the day to prepare for the heatwave arriving tomorrow.
    This one is predicted to run for 4 days. Think cold suppers. Also think about the problems associated with power outages and keep your A/C settings… (Nextdoor Tottenville (Ellis-Fisher-Amboy))
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
    Leo was LOST on July 8, 2026 in Staten Island, NY 10308 near ps32 Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the owner, view… (Nextdoor Arden Hts (Carlton Park))
  • Metro One Security posted a job opening for Armed Security Officer in Staten Island. Apply here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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