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A list of the 100 most important Island events as chosen by the readers of the Staten Island Advance.

Provides information on the history of the museum and the Red Hook section of Brooklyn, links to ongoing programs and a bibliography of Brooklyn-related books.

Important events in the history of New York Harbor and vicinity.

An article from the Staten Island Register by Angie Mangino

Manhattan based non-profit advocacy organization for cyclists and pedestrians.

Users can learn about the history of the tugboat Pegasus, built in 1907, current programs for children and teens, view photographs of the boat and link to tugboat related sites.

The mission of the United States Merchant Marine Academy is: "To educate and graduate professional officers and leaders of honor and integrity, who are dedicated to serving the economic and defense interests of the United States in our Armed Forces and Merchant Marine...." Located at King's Point, New York, the Academy has an extensive museum of maritime art and artifacts.

Locate information on your favorite Supreme Court Justice, or on a recent opinion.

Includes information from the US Geological Survey's studies on Geologic Background, Sea Floor Maps, Fate of Pollutants, Sand Resources, Circulation, Coastal Vulnerability, and the Historic Area Remediation Site in the New York Bight Area.

History, statistics, and photos of the bridge.

Developed and maintained by the Board of Elections in the City of New York, this site explains how to register to vote, gives upcoming election dates, locates polling places, and provides candidate lists and other information about New York City elections.

A history of the college, which moved to Grimes Hill in 1918.

Every year the Wagner College Theatre presents a full season of dramas, comedies and musicals.

"Under statutory mandate, the mission of the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor is to investigate, deter, combat, and remedy criminal activity and influence in the Port of New York-New Jersey and to ensure fair hiring and employment practices, so the Port and region can grow and prosper."

Educational information about harbor history and industry. The group sponsors boat tours of the harbor that are open to the public.

A online exhibit from the Smithsonian National Museum of American History relating to the Fresh Kills Landfill recovery operations and the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.