Staten Island secession might not be a bad thing — for New York City’s crime stats. Murders in the “forgotten” borough have surged 129% so far this year over last year, to 16 from seven.

Martin Short was spotted filming of "Only Murders in the Building" on Longfellow Avenue, near Ocean Terrace, on March 6, 2025. (Courtesy of Dennis Rees for the Staten Island Advance)Courtesy of ...

Outrage over migrants housed on Staten Island has revived talk of the borough seceding from New York City. Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella said he’s preparing to launch a new study ...

The cast of “Only Murders in the Building,” including Martin Short and Selena Gomez ... “Just got off the Staten Island Ferry, along with the sensational marine crew, Selena and Marty.