Staten Island News and Politics w/Ed Miller

Ed talks about health care workers no longer needing Covid boosters, Con Ed prices rising, and a popular shopping plaza getting new owners. Plus, and editorial lamenting MLB's problems, and the passing of a pizza legend.

Ed talks about Governor Hochul passing laws to make harassment more difficult, more funding secured from Congress to help Staten Island projects, and congestion pricing coming by the end of 2023. Plus, an editorial calling on Mayor Adams to help our local MLB teams, and a new traffic light on Victory Blvd. draws criticism.

Ed talks about a report detailing an undercount in the number of nursing home deaths, the Pride Center considers its next move on the St. Patrick's Day Parade, and the MTA honors transit workers hard work during the pandemic. Plus, an editorial focused on Daylight Saving Time and a productive Congress, and glamping coming to Ford Wadsworth.

Ed talks about the NYPD bringing back plainclothes anti-gun units, prior marijuana offenders given priority under new business rules, and homeless attacker arrested. Plus, an editorial attacking bail reform, and a brand new home for the new York Public Library.

Ed talks about Governor Hochul working on protecting wetlands, candidates for Congress getting party endorsements, and students and advocates meet with politicians to discuss tobacco use. Plus, an editorial against Vladimir Putin, and Readers are Leaders kicks off its 26th year.

Ed talks about the ongoing effort to save VA facilities in our area, a potential adjustment of the disclosure of public documents in Albany, and the effort to reopen a neighborhood swimming program for special needs students. Plus, an editorial contrasting Donald Trump and Joe Biden's views on Ukraine, and Pete Davidson's out of this world effort to get away from Kanye West.

Ed talks about getting guns off the street in Port Richmond, the new and improved Summer Rising program, and taking stock of the mental toll the pandemic has placed on our children. Plus, an editorial that sees progress from Trayvon Martin to now, and Tunnel to Towers helping out in Ukraine.

Ed talks about Mayor Adams' plan to bring economic recovery to NYC, the mystery of the Vito Fossella billboard is solved (and the owner is fined $350!), and Chancellor Banks promising changes to upcoming school admissions. Plus, George Will on the roots of wokeness, and more Starbucks for Staten Island!

Ed talks about island pols trying to keep VA benefits in NYC, speed cameras ticketing more out of towners, and Governor Hochul urged to plan against Russian cyberattacks. Plus, an editorial pushing for more support for Russian independent journalists, and unsung heroes of public schools get recognized.

Ed talks about calls for lowering gas prices, a City Council bill to add Narcan to nightclubs, and getting more solar panels on the roofs of Island businesses. Plus, and editorial taking SNL to task for anti-Trumpism, and tips for deal with coyotes.

Ed talks about the growth of the GOP on Staten Island, Mayor Adams wanting to keep his grip on public schools, and helping a Great Kills resident get out of Ukraine. Plus, an editorial saying that Rudy and son aren't what they used to be, and Adobe Blues coming back under new ownership.

Ed discusses city council members advocating for tax relief that disproportionally burdens Staten Islanders, a new raised crosswalk in the works, and masks still required in some places in NYC. Plus, an editorial pushing Mayor Adams to drop all Covid restrictions, and time to spring ahead this Sunday.

Ed talks about the parade this past Sunday and calls to defund it by LGBTQ+ groups, Island politicians mostly skipping the parade but appearing at Jody's on Forest Avenue to stump and meet supporters, and Andrew Cuomo blaming "cancel culture" and not his own actions for the opposition against him. Plus, an editorial reframing the responsibility of police to intervene when colleagues do wrong, and the Staten Island woman preserving artifacts of African American history.

Ed talks about if NYC is ready to get back to a pre-Covd world, Amazon paying college costs for their workers, and a look at the Supreme Court case underscoring the St. Patrick's Day Parade controversy. Plus, an editorial saying Donald Trump's influence is waning, and how to avoid potholes on Richmond Avenue and elsewhere.

Ed talks about masks going optional in schools and NYC, Amazon voting to possibly unionize in another SI facility, and efforts by LGBTQ+ groups to defund the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Plus, an editorial comparing Vladimir Putin to a Mafia Don, and (hide your anvils) coyotes are spotted moving in on Staten Island.

Ed talks about the tragic loss of a beloved principal, NYC's youngest judge being sworn in, and Island politicians angry about gas prices. Plus, an editorial on why baseball and their players are at risk of striking out with fans, and more leg room coming to express buses.

Ed talks about Chancellor David Banks' ideas for NYC public schools, former Mayor Giuliani angry about SI GOP's snub of his son, and SIEDC's response to Councilwoman Hanks's anger over recent magazine content. Plus, an editorial praising the mayor's decision on school masks and the SI Museum offering Women's History Month programs.

Ed talks about Republicans picking Lee Zeldin to take on Kathy Hochul, offensive imagery from SIEDC, and homes destroyed by Superstorm Sandy finally being demolished. Plus, an editorial exploring reasons for high energy bills and Brioso celebrating 24 years.

Ed talks about SI's low vaccination rates for kids, free rides for frequent transit users, and the next phase in congestion pricing. Plus, an editorial throwing more shade on the CDC and a reflection on a part of Staten Island history.

Ed talks about the decision coming Friday to lift mask requirements in schools, the new ferryboat named for Sandy Ground, and the Arden Woods project. Plus, an editorial criticizing Tucker Carlson and the Mets getting with the times.

Ed reacts to Michael Cusick announcing he won't run again, a Staten Islander with Ukrainian ties, and Trucks being dumped off the West Shore Expressway. Plus, an editorial standing up for LGBTQ rights and the reputation of Staten Island. And how romantic is New York?

Ed talks about Amazon Union organizers being arrested, more insights into LGBTQ+ groups' rejections from the St. Patrick's Day Parade, and pricing and adding stops to the new ferry service. Plus, can so-called Covid experts get their ideas together? And are you healthier than a sloth?

Ed talks about a public/private partnership bringing more money for NYCHA, Mayor Adams' plan to cut funding from the Department of Education, and which local pols will or won't be marching on Forest Avenue this year. Plus, an editorial on a start of a new cold war and Rossville delivering Staten Island's most delicious food.

Ed talks about a rally against the mask mandate, federal money for the ferry, and candidates vying for support to fill Diane Savino's soon to be vacated seat. Plus, will Democratic in-fighting on Staten Island swing the balance towards Brooklyn? And young artists from PS 46 share their creations.

Ed talks about redrawing (gerrymandering?) district lines that may combine SI and more of Brooklyn, the future of speed cameras, and the same old story about the Staten Island St. Patrick's Day Parade and who they do and don't let march. Plus, a soggy editorial and a look at history's helpers!

Ed reacts to recent stories about expanding the Outerbridge, luxury car thefts on the South Shore, and Westerleigh protests against zoning changes.