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S.I. leaders strongly push back at Mamdani's property tax possibility
Mamdani warns of ‘harmful’ property tax increase if tax-the- rich plan can’t support $127B budget
Should the mayor not get his wish to increase taxes on wealthy New Yorkers, homeowners could face an increase in property taxes.
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February 17, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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February 17, 2026 at 10:43 PM
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February 17, 2026 at 10:31 PM
STORY ➡️ https://l.silive.com/tc29ev 

Hundreds of friends, family and firefighters from all over the city packed into the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex on Tuesday to cheer and watch as FDNY leadership swore in 21 new battalion chiefs, 30 new captains and 56 new lieutenants.
February 17, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Italy pulls off a stunner in Olympic men’s speedskating team pursuit, earns first gold since 2006
Italy pulls off a stunner in Olympic men’s speedskating team pursuit, earns first gold since 2006
The Italian men's speedskating team pulled off a stunner in team pursuit, surging past the United States to gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The group of Davide Ghiotto, Andrea Giovannini, and Michele Malfatti pulled away over the final laps and win by 4.5 seconds.
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February 17, 2026 at 10:07 PM
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February 17, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Here’s why N.Y. Gov. Hochul ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday
Here’s why N.Y. Gov. Hochul ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday
Flags will be flown at half-staff across the state.
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February 17, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Daylight Saving Time comes early in 2026: Mark this date to spring forward
Daylight Saving Time comes early in 2026: Mark this date to spring forward
This year marks the earliest possible start for Daylight Saving Time.
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February 17, 2026 at 9:31 PM
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February 17, 2026 at 9:19 PM
‘Last of Us’ star, former footballer draw speculation after arm-in-arm appearance
‘Last of Us’ star, former footballer draw speculation after arm-in-arm appearance
While fans speculated about a romance, others suggested the behavior could be friendly.
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February 17, 2026 at 9:07 PM
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February 17, 2026 at 8:55 PM
‘You chose to be more’: FDNY promotes 107 officers at Staten Island ceremony
‘You chose to be more’: FDNY promotes 107 officers at Staten Island ceremony
"Being promoted in the FDNY is not just a title change, it is a transfer of responsibility."
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February 17, 2026 at 8:43 PM
These four Staten Island teams are set for championship push in CHSAA girls’ basketball playoffs
These four Staten Island teams are set for championship push in CHSAA girls’ basketball playoffs
The Vikings, Mavericks, Gators and Hilltoppers are geared up for CHSAA playoffs.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Staten Island obituaries: Feb. 17, 2026
Staten Island obituaries: Feb. 17, 2026
In honor of those who have died, here is a compilation of obituaries posted on SILive.com.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Fashion retailer files for bankruptcy and abruptly halts online orders
Fashion retailer files for bankruptcy and abruptly halts online orders
The popular brand, which is hosting liquidation sales at all of its remaining stores, shut down e-commerce operations.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:07 PM
What is the SAVE Act? New voter ID requirement passes House
What is the SAVE Act? New voter ID requirement passes House
Currently, voter registration practices are up to individual states.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Social Security payment change: Why some people won’t get benefit check in March
Social Security payment change: Why some people won’t get benefit check in March
The calendar impacts Social Security payment dates for some recipients.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:43 PM
February 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Here’s the average tax refund so far, according to IRS
Here’s the average tax refund so far, according to IRS
The agency updates its return data weekly during tax season.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:13 PM
February 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
‘Super speeders’ in NYC racked up $10M in fines last year. Luxury cars, S.I. common factors.
‘Super speeders’ in NYC racked up $10M in fines last year. Luxury cars, Staten Island common factors.
Motorists operating BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi vehicles were among those who paid an average of $4,890 in fines, officials said.
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February 17, 2026 at 6:43 PM
February 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
N.Y. State will allocate $1.5B to help address NYC fiscal challenges
N.Y. State will allocate $1.5B to help address NYC fiscal challenges
The allocation of funds comes amid a $7 billion New York City budget gap.
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February 17, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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Author Guy Lodge, PS 44 alum, donates books to school
PS 44 students receive hundreds of books and a helpful homework assignment: Read to an anxious dog
PS 44 launches unique literacy program where children practice reading skills while helping calm shelter dogs through a phone-based system.
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February 17, 2026 at 5:43 PM