Editor’s Note: The discussions featured below were originally shared by members of Staten Island Neighbors. They are highlighted because they generated significant engagement within the community. Inclusion in this roundup does not imply endorsement or verification of the opinions or claims expressed in the original posts.
Every day, thousands of Staten Islanders turn to Staten Island Neighbors to ask questions, report breaking news, seek recommendations, discuss local issues, and help one another. Whether it’s a neighborhood update, severe weather, local businesses, or community concerns, these conversations help keep residents informed and connected.
Throughout July, hundreds of discussions took place across our community. Here are some of the conversations that reached the most people and generated the highest levels of engagement.
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July’s Most Talked About Community Conversations
Widespread Power Outage Brings Neighbors Together
Shared by Sue Walsh
👁️ 130,405 Views • 💬 682 Comments • ❤️ 1,519 Reactions
A report that much of Staten Island had lost power quickly became July’s most-viewed discussion. Neighbors from across the island shared updates, reported outages, and helped keep one another informed in real time.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Verrazzano Bridge Flag Discussion Generates Island-Wide Conversation
Shared by Vincent Roccanova
👁️ 70,446 Views • 💬 408 Comments • ❤️ 1,499 Reactions
A post discussing the American flag displayed on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge prompted one of the month’s biggest conversations, with residents sharing a wide range of opinions.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Dirt Bike Incident at Target Sparks Public Safety Discussion
Shared by Lexi Renee
👁️ 55,602 Views • 💬 664 Comments • ❤️ 2,794 Reactions
A video involving dirt bike riders at a local Target generated hundreds of comments as members discussed public safety, respect for businesses, and quality-of-life concerns throughout Staten Island.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Brooklyn Bagels Pricing Discussion Draws Thousands of Reactions
Shared by Marc Silverman
👁️ 52,268 Views • 💬 575 Comments • ❤️ 1,198 Reactions
A member’s post about the price of a breakfast sandwich quickly expanded into a broader conversation about inflation, restaurant pricing, and the rising cost of living.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Parents Discuss Richmond Avenue McDonald’s Incident
Shared by Jay Mayers
👁️ 35,981 Views • 💬 390 Comments • ❤️ 1,595 Reactions
A community member’s post regarding an incident outside a local McDonald’s prompted residents to share their thoughts and discuss ways to help keep the community safe.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
ShopRite Security Incident Generates July’s Most Comments
Shared by Amanda Marie
👁️ 28,689 Views • 💬 1,275 Comments • ❤️ 4,750 Reactions
This discussion generated more comments than any other featured conversation during July as members shared their perspectives and personal experiences.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Food Safety Discussion Raises Community Awareness
Shared by Don Wolff
👁️ 27,657 Views • 💬 320 Comments • ❤️ 1,083 Reactions
A post about reports of Cyclospora prompted residents to discuss food safety concerns and share information with fellow community members.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Severe Weather Discussion Helps Keep Residents Informed
Shared by Vince Miele
👁️ 20,305 Views • 💬 518 Comments • ❤️ 679 Reactions
As severe weather moved through the area, members used the community to share conditions from different neighborhoods and answer questions from concerned residents.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Unusual Zillow Listing Sparks Local Housing Conversation
Shared by Joan Marie
👁️ 12,840 Views • 💬 568 Comments • ❤️ 1,196 Reactions
An unusual Zillow listing mentioning a “cash-for-keys” agreement caught members’ attention and generated a lively discussion about today’s housing market.
🔗 Read the original discussion on Facebook →
Community by the Numbers
Some of July’s biggest conversations generated:
- 👁️ 130,405 views on the month’s most-viewed discussion
- 💬 1,275 comments on a single community post
- ❤️ 4,750 reactions on one discussion
- Hundreds of thousands of combined views across the month’s top conversations
These numbers represent more than engagement—they represent neighbors helping neighbors, sharing information, asking questions, and staying connected with what’s happening throughout Staten Island every day.
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Thank You
Thank you to every member who shares local news, asks questions, recommends businesses, reports breaking information, or simply takes the time to help a neighbor.
Your participation is what makes Staten Island Neighbors Staten Island’s most active and engaged online community.
We’ll be back next month with another look at what Staten Islanders were talking about.
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