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  Staten Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Staten Island is one of the five boroughs of New York City, located on an island of the same name on the west side of the Narrows at the entrance of New York Harbor.
Staten Island is separated from Long Island by the Narrows and from mainland New Jersey by the Arthur Kill and the Kill Van Kull.
The island was probably abandoned later, possibly because of the extinction of large mammals on the island.
www.wikipedia.org /wiki/Staten_Island,_New_York   (3549 words)

  
 Huguenot, Staten Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Huguenot is the name of a neighborhood located on the South Shore of Staten Island, New York, USA.
Originally named Bloomingview, its present name is derived from the French Huguenots, many of whom came to Staten Island in the 18th Century to escape religious persecution.
Long noted for the beauty of its woodlands, Huguenot began to be transformed soon after the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge opened in 1964, leading to a large number of Brooklyn residents relocating to Staten Island.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Huguenot,_Staten_Island   (340 words)

  
 Science Fair Projects - Staten Island Railway
Staten Island Railway (SIR) or Staten Island Rapid Transit (SIRT) is a rapid transit line operating in the Borough of Staten Island, New York City, USA.
Officially the Staten Island Rapid Transit Operating Authority (SIRTOA), and publicly styled as MTA Staten Island Railway, the SIR is a direct subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
Current plans are to merge MTA Staten Island Railway with MTA New York City Transit's subway division to form MTA Subways.
www.all-science-fair-projects.com /science_fair_projects_encyclopedia/Staten_Island_Railway   (749 words)

  
 CSI Library - Books about Staten Island
Staten Island's claim to fame, "The garden spot of New York harbor." Staten Island, NY : Richmond Borough Publishing and Printing Co., 1925.
Staten Island, NY : The Library of the Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences, 1966.
Staten Island, NY : Preservation League of Staten Island,1986.
www.library.csi.cuny.edu /roccos/stateni/Alphabetical.htm   (3732 words)

  
 Public School (PS) 5 Huguenot in Staten Island, New York/NY - School Tree
P.S. 5 Huguenot is classified as a "Primary School".
P.S. 5 Huguenot was operational at the time of the last report and is currently operational.
P.S. 5 Huguenot IS NOT a Charter school.
new-york.schooltree.org /public/Ps-5-Huguenot-060100.html   (110 words)

  
 Henry David Thoreau on Staten Island
Originally settled by the Dutch, the island was a quiet and rather provincial place that could nonetheless boast of eminent native sons such as business tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt and former United States Vice-President Daniel Tompkins.
For all of his delight in Staten Island's abundant vegetation and wildlife, it was the sea that held the most fascination for the young Transcendentalist.
And so, he finally returned home for good in mid-December, his sojourn on Staten Island a failure that nevertheless produced the essay "A Winter's Walk", the connection with Greeley and the knowledge that his heart was and would always be in Concord.
www.literarytraveler.com /henrydavidthoreau/henry-david-thoreau.htm   (1269 words)

  
 Staten Island
The vast majority of the island's African American and Hispanic residents live north of the Staten Island Expressway, or US Interstate 278.
In the 16th century, the island was inhabited by Algonquin peoples, specifically the Raritans and other related peoples of the Lenape tribe.
From 1639 to 1655, the Dutch made three separate attempts to establish a permanent settlment on the island, but each time the settlement was destroyed in the conflicts between the Dutch and the local tribes.
webpage.pace.edu /tl20830n/statenisland.html   (1373 words)

  
 Staten Island on the Web: History
The Staten Island Advance is available on microfilm from 1921 onwards, as well as the Property Assessment photographs of the 1930's and 1940's.
A History of the Staten Island Stapletons who played in the NFL from 1929 to 1932 and their long history as a semi-pro team.
A list of the Staten Island volunteer fire companies from the mid 1800s to the early 1900s with their locations and dates of organization.
www.nypl.org /branch/staten/index2.cfm?Trg=1&d1=962   (2873 words)

  
 Staten Island Sights & Scenes
Rosebank, Staten Island, NY Offering a breathtaking view of New York Harbor and the Narrows, "Clear Comfort," as this 18th century cottage is known, was the home of photographer Alice Austen.
Huguenot, Staten Island, NY Situated on the Island's South Shore, this 312-acre City park is unique because it boasts a freshwater pond just yards from the sea.
Willowbrook, Staten Island, NY Housed on the largest and the newest urban campus in New York City, the College of Staten Island Center for the Arts is home to a 892-seat Concert Hall, the 430-seat Williamson Theater, a 150-seat Recital Hall, a 150-seat Lecture Hall, a fl-box theater and a visual arts gallery.
www.lighthousemuseum.org /nylights/sisites.htm   (2160 words)

  
 SIRT: Staten Island Rapid Transit
The operation of the original Staten Island Railroad was from Cranford Junction, NJ to St. George, Staten Island via the North Shore line, and then on to Tottenville or South Beach.
(Freight service on the island ended in 1990 when the Port Ivory Proctor and Gamble plant shut down in 1990.) A contract was recently let to rehabilitatate the electrical and control systems of the AK lift bridge across the Arthur Kill, the longest vertical lift-span bridge in the world.
Just past the south end of the station, there is a spur that formerly served the press building of the Staten Island Advance (the last 'boro daily' in the city) and is now used as a storage spur for ballast cars.
www.nycsubway.org /us/sirt   (2774 words)

  
 Staten-Island News
Staten Island DA considering entry into attorney general's race
Republican Staten Island District Attorney Daniel Donovan Jr.
The College of Staten Island's proposal to expand classrooms and build student housing on land adjacent to its Willowbrook campus is being flatly opposed by the state agency that controls the property, but...
www.topix.net /city/staten-island-ny   (930 words)

  
 The basics of effective bicycle parking are good parking facilities (racks, lockers, shelters, cages), a good location ...
Since Staten Island Railroad policies regarding bicycle access are restrictive during peak commuter hours secure bike parking is necessary to provide a secure area for cyclists to store their bicycles during the workday.
Bicycle parking at the Huguenot Staten Island Railroad station should be close to the station in a highly visible location.
If sufficient space is not available on the station grounds or adjacent to the Huguenot Staten Island Railroad Station, then placing the bike parking area adjacent to the Huguenot Park-And-Ride lot is suitable.
www.transalt.org /campaigns/sibikepark/22huguenotblueprint.html   (2728 words)

  
 Staten Island Real Estate, New Construction, Staten Island Homes
Staten Island New Home builders are very aware that the New Home buyer has a wide range of choices for homes, builders and Realtors.
Staten Island real estate is in high demand internationally and we market our home listings on eight different Internet web sites, plus we do extensive magazine and newspaper advertising to make sure your Staten Island home is showcased to as many potential buyers as possible.
Staten Island ’s north shore is one of ten empire zones in the city, which means that eligible businesses that open or move to the area
www.realty1jo.com   (1248 words)

  
 Cemeteries - Staten Island, Richmond County, NY, Genealogy Resources Staten Island Cemeteries
Staten Island cemeteries are a valuable source of both family and community history and as such, need to be preserved.
John L. Lenhart's monument at Bethel Cemetery was discussed in a Staten Island Advance article, and also at the photo album and Sep 2004 news pages of Tottenville Historical Society.
Note that the Staten Island area code is 718, all zips start with 103, and an address server may be found at: Cedar National Address Server or USPS Zip code finder.
www.rootsweb.com /%7Enyrichmo/cemeteries.html   (1949 words)

  
 CSI Library - Books about Staten Island
The Library of Congress classification for Staten Island has been used for works specifically about the Island, both legendary and historical, topographical and archaeological.
Primarily proposals for the College of Staten Island at Willowbrook.
The Staten Island press, and novels and stories with settings on Staten Island, by authors having worked or lived on Staten Island, such as Armand Shwerner, and about personalities who had worked or lived on the Island, such as Jane Bowles.
www.library.csi.cuny.edu /roccos/stateni   (3989 words)

  
 Relocating? Job transfer or company relocation to Staten Island, Annadale, Arden Heights, Bay Terrace, Bloomfield, ...
Finding an excellent and professional REALTOR® in Staten Island, NY who is known for their integrity, real estate knowledge and exceptional customer service, doesn't need to be left to chance.
Staten Island Real Estate Agent, Katherine A. Pontone from Bright Horizons Realty, has been recommended by her industry peers as a real estate agent in Staten Island New York that they would trust with their clients, if they were not selling real estate today.
This site is not intended to solicit Staten Island home buyers currently under contract with another Real Estate Agent, REALTOR or Brokerage, nor is it intended to solicit Staten Island homes or property listings under contract with another Real Estate Agent or Brokerage.
kathypontone.mostreferred.com /relocating.html   (368 words)

  
 Staten Island Foreclosures   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Staten Island Foreclosures is a section of the widely recognized Foreclosure Update Newsletter.
We are constantly researching and expanding our foreclosure data sources for Staten Island (Richmond County) making Foreclosure Update the most reliable resource available.
Auctions for Richmond County properties are held in the Foreclosure Alcove, room 106, in the Richmond County Courthouse, 18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, New York.
www.statenislandforeclosures.com   (507 words)

  
 Staten Island Catering   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The South Shore Country Club of staten island is commited to excellence in prestigious catering,weddings and banquets...
Staten Island NY Catering, Catering Yellow Page Directory Listing for Staten Island NY at Respond...
Island Chateau has won the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce' Building Award for excellence in...
www.everythingcatering.info /catering/staten-island-catering.html   (204 words)

  
 Staten Island on the Web: Statistics
Statistics for employment, income, housing, education, race, ancestry, languages, etc. on Staten Island and around the city.
Statistics from the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation on population demographics, labor force, employment and firms by industry.
The Office of the State Deputy Comptroller for the City of New York's Report on Staten Island's economic development, population, employment and wages, personal income, public assistance, etc.
www.nypl.org /branch/staten/index2.cfm?Trg=1&d1=1648   (283 words)

  
 Staten Island Listings   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
If you are interested in any of these listings, please feel free to call us at 718 2737777 or use the "Inquire about this Property" link on the listing details page.
Staten Island,NY Mixed Use in New Brighton, Staten Island
Staten Island,NY 1 Family in Upper Port Richmond, Staten Island
www.besthomeproperties.com /?f=listings   (452 words)

  
 sell.com classifieds : HUGUENOT : 2-1 in Staten Island, NY for sale in New York (2ZGBB)
sell.com classifieds : HUGUENOT : 2-1 in Staten Island, NY for sale in New York (2ZGBB)
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 South Shore GC
South Shore GC South Shore GC 200 Huguenot Road Staten Island, NY (718) 984-0101
Rolling hills, tree-lined fairways and fairly heavy bunkering centered around a large clubhouse create a country club atmosphere at this Staten Island course.
The player must either lay up short of the deep gully guarding the green or try to carry it.
www.golfinnyc.com /SouthShore.htm   (115 words)

  
 Huguenot Park Branch Library Staten Island, New York (Libraries)
Huguenot Park Branch Library is affiliated with the New York Public Library.
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Find Schools, Libraries, and other Government services in Staten Island with Verizon SuperPages.com.
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 Staten Island Parks   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
On the southern most tip of Staten Island lies Conference House Park, site of a 1776
A 105-acre park, Lemon Creek Preserve contains the largest and most pristine salt marsh on Staten Island’s south shore.
Steep forested slopes rise on either side of the marsh.
statenislandusa.com /pages/south_shore.html   (390 words)

  
 eBay - staten island, Postcards Paper, Historical Memorabilia items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Staten Island NY Portobello on the Bay-$25 Gift Cert
Staten Island Historian 1968 Plane Aviation Booklet DD3
Staten Island, NY - RandH Beer small size Menu -1940s era
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=staten+island&newu=1&...   (467 words)

  
 MTA NYC Transit - Staten Island Railway
MTA Staten Island Railway (SIR) service runs 24 hours daily between the St. George and Tottenville stations.
At the St. George station, customers can make connections with Staten Island Ferry service.
MTA New York City Transit Subway and Bus Travel Information: In Staten Island: (718) 979-0600, 6 am to 9 pm OR (718) 330,1234, 6 am to 9 pm.
www.mta.nyc.ny.us /nyct/sir/sirinfo.htm   (430 words)

  
 SCHOOL AND COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND NEW YORK NY - PUBLIC - PRIVATE - INTERMEDIATE - JUNIOR - HIGH SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES ...
Staten Island NY (Staten Island Institute of Art and Sciences)
P.S. Maurice Wollin School Nedra Lane, Staten island, NY 10312 (718) 984-1197
I.S. Elias Bernstein School 1270 Huguenot Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10312 (718) 356-2314
www.rajhomes.com /si_schools_colleges.htm   (1311 words)

  
 Search for Public Schools - Search Results
IS 7 E. 1270 Huguenot Ave, Staten Island, NY 10312
PS 36 JOHN C. 255 Ionia Ave, Staten Island, NY 10312
PS 55 HENRY M. 54 Osborne St, Staten Island, NY 10312
nces.ed.gov /ccd/schoolsearch/school_list.asp?Zip=10312   (139 words)

  
 Passenger Lists - Staten Island, Richmond County, NY, Genealogical Resources
The Forgotten of Ellis Island Deaths in Quarantine, 1909-1911.
Author says "Besides placing stories and photos of items found relating to Quarantine, I've placed the names of over 400 people who died in quarantine between November 1909 and June 1911 with information from each person's death certificate.
In a nutshell, though, you will have to look at two kinds of records: 1) Ship Arrival Records, to get the specifics of the ship (including exact arrival date), and 2) Passenger Arrival Records (to get the person).
www.rootsweb.com /%7Enyrichmo/misc/passenger_lists.html   (378 words)

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