The Stunning South Shore

Staten Island is divided into three major parts; North Shore, Midland, and the South Shore. Each of which sounding exactly like what it is. The North Shore is the northern area of the island, Midland is the middle section of the island, and the South Shore is the lower region of the island. 

Contrasting to New York City's reputation of business, the lowest part of the island, South Shore is a beautiful suburban area ready for anyone, especially a family. The South Shore is home to an abundance of a whopping eleven towns. These beautiful towns offer many great aspects of living such as parks, beaches, schools, effortless transportation and much more. If you are interested in moving to one of the eleven towns due to the great locations, feel free to…

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Promising Progress in St. George

St. George is a neighborhood located on the northeastern corner of Staten Island. Filled with rich history, culture, and arts, this area has always been in popular demand. Now, with the new developments being made in the area, St. George is becoming the next Williamsburg. 

Current Amenities

At the moment, St. George has a myriad of places to eat, drink, and do fun activities. These places cater to people of all ages and can be done all year round.  

Some of these places to enjoy recreational activities include:

Staten Island Museum

Located at 75 Stuyvesant Place, 10301, this museum is just a short and convenient walk to the Staten Island Ferry. Since it was founded in 1881, this museum has made it its mission to "engage visitors with…

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National Lighthouse Museum

We at Tom Crimmins realty, know the importance of fun and interesting recreational activities. If you're in the St. George area looking for something to do, check out the National Lighthouse Museum. Newly opened in September 2014, it is currently located on the grounds of the former U.S. Lighthouse Service “Super” Depot on the North Shore, at 200 The Promenade at Lighthouse Point, 10301. 

Their Mission:

1. To establish and maintain a history museum open to the public relating to lighthouses and located on Staten Island, County of Richmond, New York.
2. To collect, preserve, and interpret objects related to the history and technology of lighthouses located, in the past or present, at sites throughout the United States.
3. To research, document and…

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History of St. Patrick's Day

We here at Tom Crimmins Realty, hope you have a happy and safe St. Patricks Day!

This year on March 5, 2017, Staten Island held its 53rd annual St.Patrick's Day parade. This yearly commemoration of Irish culture brought together about 50,000 spectators, wearing classic green attire and indulging in Irish foods and drinks.

History of St. Patricks Day

For those who don't know, St. Patrick's Day takes place on March 17th in observance of the death of the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. Originally, this day began as a religious feast, however, it has evolved into a worldwide celebration involving parades, festivals, foods, and music. The Irish have celebrated this religious holiday for over 1,000 years, as it has been the legend that St.…

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Everything You Should Know about the HOA

What is the HOA?

The Homeowners' Association (HOA), is an organization that is common among many developments such as gated communities, or housing subdivisions. The association is generally comprised of homeowners who have volunteered to serve as members of the HOA board. Therefore, they are responsible for providing regulations for the maintenance of the community, that residents within the community adhere to. With these regulations also come HOA fees, which pay for the upkeep of common areas around the neighborhood. According to the Community Associations Institute, about 20% of Americans live in a community that is regulated by a homeowners, condo associations, or co-op board.

What Exactly Do HOA Fees Cover?

The HOA fees can range from about…

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Staten Island's Plentiful Parks

Known as the "greenest borough," Staten Island has more than 12,300 acres of protected parkland and is home to over 170 parks. With this great number and variety, our parks can't be beat! These parks provide a plethora of recreational activities to satisfy both the adventurer and the easy-going.

Reeds Basket Willow Swamp Park

This hidden park located in the heart of Todt Hill, on Ocean Terrace, consist of 55 acres of remarkable parkland and three bodies of water. To most, this park is unknown, however there are hiking trails perfect for taking a stroll and exploring the nature. Primarily, one can find red and white oaks, hickories, tulip and beech trees, sweet gum, and red maples. After the park was excavated for a gas pipeline about 40 years ago,…

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The Goethals Bridge Replacement Project

The Goethals Bridge has been helping those living in Staten Island and New Jersey to commute back and forth since its opening on June 29, 1928. Now, with construction on route to replacing the aging Goethals bridge, this will be the city's first new crossing in 50 years.

How does the New Structure Compare to the Old?

Unlike the old cantilever structure, the new construction of the Goethals Bridge consists of twin spans rising south of the current structure. Similar to other replacement bridges being built, the engineers decided to use cable-stayed spans for this new bridge. Another new feature of this bridge are the road-supporting cables which fan out diagonally from central anchor pylons as well as the pylons themselves which will now be V-shaped.…

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The Importance of Community Organizations

Why Are Community Organizations Important?

Organizations are important for your community because they focus each community's needs specifically. These organizations are the gateway to voice your opinion to government organizations. Community based organizations make improvements at a family level according to your environment. More transportation, housing, environmental protection, emergency response and petitions are issues each community addresses. Attending community board meetings will help you create relationships with others in your neighborhood and create a tight knit community, and a tight knit community  can benefit everyone in the neighborhood and can keep small businesses going, as well as preserving historical significance, safety, and…

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St. George Theater

Placed in the heart of St. George, at 35 Hyatt Street, St. George Theater was the most magnificent theater on Staten island when it first opened in December of 1929. It was originally used for movie showings and has since escalated to other musical productions.

The Brains Behind the Vision

Solomn Brill, the mastermind behind the St. George Theater, wanted to create a picturesque show house to challenge the competition in Manhattan. In August of 1928 Brill began work on the 2,800 seat theater which later opened in December of 1929. Solomn, of the Isle Technical Company also owned a variety of other theaters on Staten Island and at one time owned a nickelodeon, or movie theater, with William Fox of 20th Century Fox Fame. His mission for this new…

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Staten Island Golf Courses

We here at Tom Crimmins Realty want you to know that Staten Island is home to some of the most stunning golf courses in the city. Whether you're a professional golfer or novice putter, the courses on Staten Island are surely the best and can provide a challenge to any skill level.

Public Courses

Silver Lake Golf Course

Located at 915 Victory Boulevard 10301 in West Brighton, Silver Lakes was voted one of the best public courses in New York City. Silver Lake's Golf Course is a par-70 course, it is an 6,238-yard 18-hole course but a nine hole game can still be played. The golf course is open every day of the week from 6 AM until 7 PM and you can easily book a tee-time to play through the Silver Lake's website or call them. The courses open all year…

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