August 2011

August 15, 2011

Miss New York Shines Spotlight on Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® While Touring Kids Health Facilities In The State

View a TV interview with Miss New York Kaitlin Monte ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It’s been less than two months since Kaitlin Monte was crowned on Staten Island as Miss New York 2011. She has since embraced every opportunity the status offers for helping others. Most recently, Miss Monte has embarked on a mission of bringing greater […]

August 12, 2011

The Truth About Staten Island: Local Advocate of Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Urges Support of Macy's 'SHOP FOR A CAUSE' Opportunity

STATEN ISLAND, NY. (Aug. 12, 2011) — On Saturday, Aug. 27, there will be a widely advertised event at MACY’S called “SHOP FOR A CAUSE.” The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation ( JDRF) will be a participant in the event at the MACY’S store in the Staten Island Mall, New Springville. Imagine your $5 donation can earn you 25 […]

August 3, 2011

Timely Project Underscores A Tough Economy As It Spreads Through New York City

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WEDNESDAY, AUG. 3, 201 As Staten Island’s 350th Birthday Nears, Nationwide Initiative Holds Special Appeal For Locals STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – A Minneapolis-born campaign seeking to enliven local businesses is taking root in the boroughs of New York City. Most recently embraced by the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, “The 3/50 Project” is a […]

August 3, 2011

Push is on to support neighborhood businesses

Local businesses need your support — and deserve it. They are at the heart of each community in this borough and represent the livelihoods of your family and friends. Though Staten Islanders have grown to be loyal customers of the mega-retailers that have put down roots in the borough, the nationally-based stores have not been nearly […]