List of Staten Island Advance Journalists and Reporters

1. Charlie De Biase

Designation Senior Sports Reporter Author Bio Charlie De Biase Jr. is a senior sports reporter for SILive.com. He is the head beat reporter for HS football, HS boys' and girls' soccer, HS boys' basketball and HS softball while also contributing to the HS girls' basketball and HS baseball beats as well. He is also the head beat reporter for Little League baseball and softball. Charlie has done the majority of stories announcing the college choices for Staten Island's student-athletes. He has been the recipient of several awards, including the Coaches Care Award (2018) and he was named a Staten Island Sports Hall of Fame Unsung Hero (2020).... The St. Peter's Boys HS graduate has been a member of the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com's for 36 years and worked at the newspaper while attending Wagner College. He graduated from Wagner in 1993. In addition to his stint in the Sports Department, Charlie also worked in the Advance's Circulation Department and Mailroom for over two decades.more
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2. Dan Sostek

Author Bio Dan Sostek has been a professional journalist since graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 2016. After internships with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Sporting News, Dan worked for four years at the Chambersburg Public Opinion before joining the high school sports team at PennLive.
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3. Annalise Knudson

Designation Journalist Author Bio Annalise Knudson is an award-winning journalist covering local news for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. With over 7 years of experience, she is able to cover all areas of interest in reporting, photography and videography. A beat in education, she works to cover the country’s largest school system, focusing on Staten Island education through school visits and interviews with experts, teachers, and students. She covers a range of topics, from test scores that predict student outcomes, to profiles on prominent educators, and navigating the school system when new programs and opportun...ities arise. She won the 2021 Distinguished Beat Reporting award from the New York News Publishers Association for her reporting on New York City schools, with a unique focus on Staten Island — acting as an integral source of information for families and educators during the pandemic. She was also part of a team that received the 2020 Investigative Reporting Award from the New York News Publishers Association for her reporting on disparity in public schools on Staten Island. She holds a Master's degree in communications from Kean University and works as an adjunct instructor at Kean University in the communications department.more
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4. Kyle Lawson

Designation Journalist Author Bio Journalist by day…
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5. Jason Paderon

Designation Multimedia Specialist And Journalist Author Bio After freelancing for over a decade, Jason Paderon came on full-time in September 2021 as a Multimedia Specialist. His duties include photography, videography and podcast producing among others. He is also a licensed drone pilot. He has won numerous awards for his photography including 1st place in the New York News Publishers Association in the categories of Distinguished News Photography and Distinguished Feature photography in addition to the the 2021 Journalist Association of New York 1st place prize in Public Service. His work has been published both nationally and internationally in nume...rous publications. He graduated with from Wagner College with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Journalism.more
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6. Eric Conklin

Designation Author Author Bio Eric Conklin is an award-winning journalist who joined NJ Advance Media in 2023 from The Press of Atlantic City. He began his journalism career as a college student freelancing for Shore Local News Magazine in Atlantic County, helping grow the publication's footprint in the area. Afterward, he joined the Cape May County Herald as an editorial assistant. Eric is a lifelong resident of Atlantic County and holds a bachelor's degree from Rowan University. As a reporter, Eric enjoys reporting on breaking news and politics. Outside of work, he enjoys Philadelphia sports, traveling and the beach.
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7. Vanessa Arredondo

Designation Author Author Bio Vanessa Arredondo is a Chicana journalist born to a family of hard-working Mexican immigrants. She was raised in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles and is a proud product of community college.
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8. Heather Jordan

Designation Author Author Bio Heather Jordan is a lead reporter for MLive/The Saginaw News/The Bay City Times/The Flint Journal. Heather is a Saginaw native and has been working as a reporter covering business and community news throughout Michigan since 2010. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Michigan State University. Before joining MLive/The Saginaw News as a reporter in 2012, Heather worked for the Petoskey News-Review in Northern Michigan and for MLive in Ann Arbor, then AnnArbor.com. Her award-winning work has appeared in local and state publications, online and in print.
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9. Justin P. Hicks

Designation Author Author Bio Justin Hicks is a statewide reporter for MLive.com. His coverage areas primarily include transportation, health and data reporting throughout Michigan. Justin led MLive's health coverage through the majority of the COVID-19 pandemic. His work has received multiple awards including first place for investigative reporting in 2022 by SPJ Detroit. Prior to joining MLive's statewide team, he covered local government and public safety for The Grand Rapids Press and local sports for The Ann Arbor News. A 2014 graduate of Central Michigan University, Justin was previously published by the Midland Dail...y News, Grosse Pointe News, and Central Michigan Life.more
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10. Spencer Kent

Designation Author Author Bio Spencer Kent is an enterprise reporter for NJ.com and The Star-Ledger. He reported on the COVID-19 pandemic with stories and investigations into the virus’ spread, its impact on New Jersey residents and the toll on front line workers, families of victims and survivors. He was a Livingston Award finalist for his reporting on a South Jersey man’s recovery after contracting a rare and deadly flesh-eating disease that left him a quadruple amputee. He has also won several state journalism awards. Spencer is a Rutgers University graduate and fellow at The USC Annenberg Center for Health ...Journalism.more
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11. William Thornton

Designation Author Author Bio William Thornton is a breaking news and business reporter for AL.com. He has been full-time in media since 1993, with experience reporting on local government, education, courts, crime and sports. His printed and online work has been honored by the Alabama Press Association and others, including a New York Times Chairman's Award. A native of North Alabama, he is a 1995 graduate of the University of Alabama.
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12. Rylee Kirk

Designation Reporter Author Bio Rylee Kirk joined Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard in October 2021 after graduating with a master’s degree in investigative journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism in Arizona. She is originally from Skaneateles, New York, and moved to just outside Savannah, Georgia at a young age. Since returning to the 315, she has worked as a crime and public safety reporter. She has investigated the systematic failure of the child protective system in Oswego County, even traveling to Virginia to speak with a survivor. Frequently she profiles crime victims, including tracking down the ...family of a Yemeni refugee killed in 2021 to write about him. At the Cronkite school, Kirk worked on a capstone investigation entitled “Little Victims Everywhere,” which revealed the federal government’s inaction on child sex abuse cases in Indian Country. The project won the Shaufler Prize. After high school she graduated from Mercer University with a journalism degree. While at Mercer University she reported on the campus community, local community, and was part of a reporting trip to Peru. In the future, she hopes to continue covering important topics and help people share their storiesmore
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13. Anthony Attrino

Designation Author Author Bio Anthony G. Attrino is an award-winning reporter based in Bergen County, New Jersey, and covers breaking and trending news, crime, and courts for NJ Advance Media. You can find his reporting on NJ.com and in the Star-Ledger.
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14. Bridget Hyland

Designation Author Author Bio Bridget Hyland is a sports reporter for NJ Advance Media, primarily covering trending and breaking news. She graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor's degree in Communication, specializing in journalism and media production.
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15. David Luces

Designation Breaking News Reporter Author Bio David Luces is a breaking news reporter for the Advance.
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16. Paul Liotta

Designation Public Interest Reporter Author Bio Paul Liotta is the New York City Hall reporter for the Staten Island Advance covering the day-to-day happenings of Mayor Eric Adams and the New York City Council. In journalism for almost a decade, Liotta previously worked as the nighttime breaking news reporter for the Advance, and had stints at New York 1 and the New York Daily News. A lifelong Staten Islander — born, raised, and living in Midland Beach — Liotta works to localize citywide issues for his neighbors.
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17. Maura Grunlund

Designation Reporter Author Bio I try to provide timely information that Staten Islanders want and need to know about in their neighborhoods. Most of my stories are about crimes that affect the quality of life on Staten Island. How drug dealing and substance abuse are hurting our communities is a special focus of my reporting. I authored a series, "Fentanyl: A Killer Concealed," detailing how the opioid crisis is fueling fatal drug overdoses on our borough.
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18. Nick Regina

Designation Sports Reporter Author Bio Nick Regina is a sports reporter for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. A lifelong Island resident, he graduated from St. John's University with a degree in journalism and communications in 2015 and began working for the Advance that same year. He has been a beat reporter for Staten Island's high school baseball and football circuits, in addition to girls' hoops, for nearly a decade. He also covers the sports gambling landscape, as well as national sports news and the Staten Island FerryHawks of the Atlantic League -- the borough's lone professional sports team. Nick was honored by the Tedd...y Atlas Foundation as the winner of the 2021 Jack Newfield Award, presented annually to a journalist who "fights for the underdog".more
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19. Dr. Gracelyn Santos

Designation Life & Culture Columnist Author Bio Dr. Gracelyn Santos, a part-time life & culture columnist for Advance/SILive, is a general and cosmetic dentist in private practice on Staten Island and mother of 3 daughters. She serves on the Exec Board St. George Theatre & is former trustee of Snug Harbor, SI Zoo, SI Mental Health Society, & Meals on Wheels. She is a former Miss Staten Island.
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20. Luke Peteley

Designation Reporter Author Bio I am a Staten Island native who recently graduated from St. John’s University with a double major in English and Communications.
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21. Shaina Mclawrence

Designation Breaking News Reporter Author Bio Shaina McLawrence is a Breaking News reporter. She is an alumna of Georgia State University. As a versatile journalist, McLawrence enjoys writing about local news, entertainment news, fine arts and multimedia human-interest stories. Currently, she is a Syracuse Newhouse grad student. While journalism is her true passion, she also enjoys gardening and traveling to new places.
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22. Joseph Ostapiuk

Designation Reporter Author Bio Joseph Ostapiuk is a reporter covering climate change, the environment and health for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. His work has explored the borough's vulnerability to rising seas and extreme weather, along with the impact of gradual warming on New York City's wildlife. He was part of a team that received a 2021 New York News Publishers Association award for Hurricane Ida coverage. Prior to his latest assignment, he was a part of the Advance/SILive.com's award-winning breaking news team.
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23. Priya Shahi

Designation Reporter Author Bio Priya Shahi is a reporter covering community driven stories, including local politics, education, and public health in New York City through writing, photography, and videography. Priya is a Stony Brook alumna and currently a Syracuse Newhouse grad student passionate about learning the ever-changing ways to be dynamic storyteller.
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24. Erik Bascome

Designation Transportation Reporter & Columnist Author Bio Erik Bascome is the transportation reporter for the Staten Island Advance and SILive.com. He covers a range of crucial topics for Staten Islanders from the borough’s nonstop traffic to roadway redesigns, automated enforcement and commuting via mass transit. Since joining the paper in September 2016, he has reported extensively on major transportation issues including the borough’s MTA express bus network redesign, the expansion of New York City’s school zone speed camera program, the opening of the new Bayonne and Goethals bridges and recurring service disruptions at the Stat...en Island Ferry. Bascome is also the co-creator and host of the Staten Island Advance’s From the Scene podcast, which gives listeners an inside look at the biggest stories in the borough through exclusive conversations with the reporters who cover them. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from SUNY Oneonta in May 2016.more
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25. Jessica Jones-gorman

Designation Business Reporter Author Bio Jessica Jones-Gorman is a reporter for SILive.com, covering business, real estate and trending news. She writes about a variety of topics with a primary focus on retail, commercial development and neighborhood zoning. Her favorite assignments include those that shine a light on important stories in the local community. Jessica has more than 20 years of experience in journalism, writing for a variety of local, regional and national publications since graduating from St. John's University in 1999. Prior to covering business for the Advance/SILive.com, she wrote features and worked a general assi...gnment news beat.more
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26. Randy Miller

Designation Author Author Bio Randy is a native of Jeannette, Pa., a city 25 miles east of Pittsburgh, and has been writing about sports since age 15 when he was covering high schools and Pitt football for the Jeannette News-Dispatch. Since 1996, Randy has been a Major League Baseball beat writer except for three years when he covered hockey. He was on the Philadelphia Phillies beat from 1996-2011 and the last eight years has been a New York Yankees beat writer for NJ Advance Media (Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com). Known for his dogged reporting skills, Randy has won numerous writing awards over the years. He's been a Baseball ...Hall of Fame voter since 2006. Away from the ballpark, Randy enjoys steak and Italian dinners, country music and traveling, especially to Fort Lauderdale Beach.more
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27. Scott Axelrod

Designation Breaking News Reporter Author Bio Scott R. Axelrod covers breaking news for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. He graduated with a Master of Journalism from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY.
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28. Ann Marie Barron

Designation Trending News Reporter Author Bio Ann Marie Barron covers trending news for the Staten Island Advance and SILive.com. She has more than 30 years of experience covering local news, entertainment, social and health-related topics, and has a particular affinity for profiling Staten Island’s most intriguing personalities. Barron holds a bachelor of arts degree from Marist College, and has been recognized by the New York News Publishers Association for distinguished investigative reporting.
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29. Kayla Simas

Designation Breaking News Reporter Author Bio Most likely to Tweet about historic facts (and Joe Burrow)… | ????????????????????????????
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30. Darryl Slater

Designation Author Author Bio Darryl Slater is an NFL reporter/analyst — writing about the Giants, Jets, and more — at NJ Advance Media (The Star-Ledger and NJ.com). He previously covered college sports in Virginia and South Carolina from 2004-13, working for the Daily Press in Newport News, Va.; Richmond Times-Dispatch; and The Post and Courier in Charleston, S.C. He is a 2004 graduate of Syracuse University.
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31. Andy Vasquez

Designation Author Author Bio Covering the NY Jets for NJ Advance Media (the Star-Ledger and https://nj.com/). Detroit born. UCF alum. OK golfer. https://t.co/b3ISs1caCh
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32. Shane Dimaio

Designation Social Media Reporter Author Bio Shane DiMaio is a Social Media Reporter for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. He covers everything from breaking news and police briefings, to new restaurant openings and community events. His presence is widely known on the borough for his Facebook Live reports. He enjoys being tasked with light-hearted stories where his comical personality can shine. Shane also enjoys jazz music, long walks on the beach and pretending that he didn't write this bio himself.
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33. Ted Sherman

Designation Author Author Bio Ted Sherman is an investigative and enterprise reporter for NJ Advance Media whose work appears in The Star-Ledger and NJ.com. He has spent his career in New Jersey covering stories that have taken him from the statehouse in Trenton to the federal courthouse in Newark to the Caribbean, where he tracked down a key player in a massive mortgage fraud operation who had fled to St. Lucia. He is co-author of “The Jersey Sting” published by St. Martin’s Press, an inside account at the biggest undercover corruption sting in New Jersey history involving dozens of elected officials and... political operatives on the take, money-laundering rabbis and a guy selling black market kidneys. A series examining the hidden costs of big-time college sports won the National Journalism Award for Distinguished Service to the First Amendment from the Scripps Howard Foundation. He holds a graduate degree in economics from Rutgers University.more
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34. John Tucker

Designation Author Author Bio John H. Tucker covers crime and police for The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com. He joined the news outlet in 2022 after stints covering criminal justice for the (St. Louis) Riverfront Times and the (Raleigh-Durham) INDY week. He also has written features for several national and local magazines. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Catholic University and a master’s degree from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism.
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35. April Siese

Author Bio Daily News Editor with a passion for breaking news as well as environmental justice. I have more than a decade of experience and previously worked at Daily Kos, CBS News, Quartz, and other outlets of note.
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36. Daric Cottingham

Author Bio Daric L. Cottingham (she/her) is an award-winning multimedia journalist who currently covers the intersection of news, entertainment, and culture at Reckon News. She is a proud Southern Black queer, trans woman based in Los Angeles, holding a mass communications degree from Prairie View A&M University in Texas and a master's in Sports & Entertainment journalism from the University of Southern California. Previously, she worked as a multiplatform editor at the LA Times, in podcast editorial for Spotify, and freelancing for publications like BuzzFeed, Harper’s Bazaar, ESSENCE, and ...The Washington Post. In 2022, Daric launched her music column, Playlist Q, with Toronto-based LGBTQIA+ publication Xtra Magazine. Beyond her portfolio, she does advocacy work as a general board member of NABJLA, striving to make the industry more inclusive. Sneakers, animation, gaming, and sports take up her time when she's not focused on storytelling.more
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37. Anne Hayes

Author Bio Anne Hayes joined Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard in June 2021 as a crime and public safety reporter. She covers topics including law, crime, politics and occasional human interest stories. She has covered the high-profile Robert Neulander trial and the 2023 Onondaga County Sheriff election and the closure of the Jamesville Correctional Facility. She graduated with an Online and Newspaper Journalism degree from the S.I. Newhouse School of Communications. She also received a degree in Political Science from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Feel free to contact her with tip...s at (315)313-2878.more
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38. Hannah Myrick

Designation Author Author Bio Hannah Myrick is Reckon's Engagement Producer. She has a background in journalism and newsletter writing for local publications based out of the Seattle area, where she currently lives. Prior to joining the team in September, Hannah worked at media startup WhereByUs as the Director of The Evergrey where she wrote and produced a daily newsletter, ran its social media efforts, and shared stories of the Emerald City. When she’s not engaged in conversations around metrics and analytics, she’s probably off walking her dog Brick.
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39. Ben Tufts

Designation Author Author Bio Ben Tufts is a sports betting writer and reporter for Cipher Sports Technology Group and a regular contributor to several prominent industry websites, including Dimers.com, lauded for its data-driven predictive sports analytics. Known for co-creating and co-hosting an award-winning sports talk podcast, Ben has a distinguished academic background. He graduated magna cum laude from Quinnipiac University with a bachelor of arts degree in media studies. Ben's expertise lies in the NFL, MLB, NHL, and NBA, as well as sports betting industry politics. His passion for sports and sports betting, combin...ed with his diligent, methodical reporting and research, set Ben apart as a valuable asset to the sports betting community.more
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40. Madelyn Gee

Designation Author Author Bio Madelyn Gee is the Gender and Culture Reporter at Reckon News. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she is a proud Baylor AND University of Texas - Austin alum (controversial, she knows). When she is not covering pop culture, lifestyle and entertainment, she is either watching horror movies or writing some of her own.
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41. Makaelah Walters

Designation Author Author Bio Makaelah is Reckon's daily news and trending reporter. She is a former Julian Bond Fellow, where her coverage of politics and inequality in the South appeared in the biweekly newsletter Facing South. Previously, she was a news reporter at the Watauga Democrat. Makaelah has written for national publications, including The Guardian and Prism.
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42. Ashley Maloy

Designation Author Author Bio flibbertigibbet, will-o’-the-wisp, @washingtonpost reporter
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43. Michael Casagrande

Author Bio Michael Casagrande is AL.com's senior sports reporter. He started his new role in 2023 after covering Alabama football and Nick Saban since 2009, joining AL.com in 2013. Michael worked at the Decatur Daily covering Alabama’s first national championship under Nick Saban before he went to the Sun Sentinel in South Florida to cover the Miami Hurricanes. He returned to Alabama to cover the Crimson Tide for AL.com starting in 2013 and has been here ever since. Michael is one of only a few reporters in the state to have covered all of Alabama’s national championships under Saban.
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44. Ryan Talbot

Designation Author Author Bio Ryan Talbot is a Buffalo Bills reporter for Syracuse.com and NYUP.com. He has covered the team for the sites since 2016. In addition to his writing, Talbot is co-host of the award winning podcast, "SHOUT! The Buffalo Football Podcast." He graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 2006.
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45. Kathrina Pineda

Designation Author Author Bio Kathrina Pineda serves as the Digital Content Editor at Cipher Sports Technology Group, where she covers the online casino industry. An expert in iGaming with honors in Journalism from Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Kathrina brings a wealth of knowledge to her role, delivering in-depth casino analysis, comprehensive reviews, and timely news updates that keep enthusiasts up-to-date with the latest developments in the online casino landscape. Kathrina’s dedication to accuracy combines with her ability to analyze industry trends to ensure readers receive accurate insights into the ever-evol...ving world of online casinos. With her contributions to the online casino industry regularly featured on prominent platforms, Kathrina has established herself as a pivotal resource for players seeking reliable and up-to-date information in the world of online gambling.more
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46. Ryan Leaver

Designation Author Author Bio Ryan Leaver is a highly experienced sports betting digital content producer for Cipher Sports Technology Group. He boasts an impressive writing portfolio, contributing to prominent platforms like Dimers.com, Statsinsider.com.au, FoxSports.com.au, TripleM.com.au, and numerous prestigious news sites across the United States. Graduating with a degree in sports journalism in 2016, Ryan has amassed over five years of writing and reporting experience in the sports and sports betting arena. Ryan's knowledge and experience in sports betting span the globe, encompassing markets in the US, Europe, and A...ustralia. His expertise covers an extensive range of sports, including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, European soccer, professional golf, and Australian sports like the AFL and NRL, as well as American sports betting industry politics. As an ardent supporter of West Ham United F.C., Ryan's genuine passion for sports fuels his dedication to delivering top-notch sports betting content.more
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47. Luis Torres

Designation Reporter Author Bio Luis Torres is a high school sports reporter for NJ Advance Media and NJ.com. He covers football, girls basketball and baseball. He previously worked at the Orlando Sentinel as a correspondent covering Florida State University athletics and general assignments. Prior to working at the Sentinel, he covered Middle Tennessee State University for the Daily News Journal in Murfreesboro, where he won multiple awards, including an APSE top-10 in 2018. He previously covered high school sports for the Jackson Sun in Jackson, Tennessee. He is a graduate of the University of Florida
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48. Patrick Lanni

Designation Reporter Author Bio Patrick Lanni is a sports reporter covering Rutgers athletics. Prior to joining the Rutgers beat, Lanni worked as part of NJ Advance Media's award-winning high school sports staff, where he spent more than a decade covering every scholastic sport from bowling to football. During his time on the high school staff, Lanni helped his team win a top-10 finish from the Associated Press Sports Editors for its project "Playing Amid Pandemic" and earned a second-place finish for his scholastic portfolio from the New Jersey Press Association in 2020. Lanni graduated from Rutgers University wit...h a Bachelor's degree in journalism and media studies. You can find his work on NJ.com and in The Star-Ledger. He may be reached at ****@njadvancemedia.commore
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49. Ryan Patti

Designation Reporter Author Bio Ryan Patti covers high school football, wrestling and track & field for NJ Advance Media. He previously worked for Rivals covering college football recruiting. His brother, Nick, played quarterback for St. Joseph (Mont.) before continuing his career at the University of Pittsburgh. You can reach Ryan at ****@njadvancemedia.com or via DM on X.
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50. Karin Price Mueller

Designation Author Author Bio Money/consumer columnist, NJ Advance Media/ https://nj.com/ / @njdotcom / @starledger / https://t.co/0FobboEoHu. Your wallet, my big mouth. ****@NJAdvanceMedia.com
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51. Tracey Porpora

Designation News Editor Author Bio After 25+ years as a reporter, Tracey Porpora is The Advance/SILive’s News Manager/Editor of the Public Interest & Advocacy team. She leads a team of political and investigative reporters who write about and uncover issues impacting the Staten Island community and NYC as a whole. Prior to this position, she was the Business & Real Estate Reporter and Sunday Editor/Manager. Tracey continues to write a weekly new business column.
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52. Tom Wrobleski

Designation Political Editor Author Bio A graduate of Fordham University's College at Lincoln Center, Tom has been at the Advance since 1995. The native Staten Islander started his career at the Advance as a community board reporter and police and fire reporter. He was also a night copy editor and then served as the Advance's Political Editor for 13 years, working out of Borough Hall. In addition to his opinion writing, Tom also produces urban exploring and vintage photo content for SILive.com and is a regular presence on Facebook Live.
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53. Ben Thomas

Designation Editor Author Bio Ben Thomas is the high school editor for AL.com, responsible for prep coverage throughout the state of Alabama. He has been named one of the 50 Legends of the Alabama Sports Writers Association and has won numerous awards, including the National Sports Media Association's Alabama Sports Writer of the Year in 2020 and also the ASWA's Bill Shelton Award. He graduated from Clarkston (Ga.) High School in 1986 -- Go Angoras -- and Auburn University in 1990. He has been covering sports in Alabama for more than 30 years.
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54. Aaron Mcmann

Author Bio Aaron McMann is the chief beat writer covering the University of Michigan football program for MLive Media Group, where he's worked since 2014. He went from covering high school sports in the Flint area to a general assignment role for MLive, covering various pro and college sports, and spent two seasons covering the NBA's Detroit Pistons. He took over the Michigan football beat in 2017 and has served as an authoritative voice on Jim Harbaugh's Wolverines, garnering awards from the Michigan Associated Press Media Editors for best sports feature story (first place) and best sports column (secon...d place) in 2021. McMann is a graduate of Central Michigan University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in journalism, served as editor-in-chief of the school newspaper and extensively covered the football and men's basketball teams.more
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55. Damien Souness

Author Bio With over 15 years of experience in sports and betting, Damien Souness has established himself as a recognized authority in both fields. As the Chief Innovation Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, Damien actively contributes to the growth of prominent platforms such as Dimers.com and Stats Insider. His experience includes work for renowned organizations and media outlets, including Formula 1, MotoGP, Racing.com and Goal.com. His commitment to delivering accurate and timely content has solidified his authority as a trusted writer.
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56. Aya Miller

Designation Author Author Bio Education reporter for @Kzoo_Gazette | WMU Grad | Enjoyer of balloons, books, plants, movies, music and my cat ????????????????️????????
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57. Jan Somma-hammel

Designation Photographer And Author Author Bio Jan covers all assets of the community. She has been in her role as photographer for over 30 years at the Staten Island Advance. The early morning shift allows her to get a head start on the spot news of the day and continues with community events throughout the day. Jan attended the College of Staten Island.
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58. Angela Barca

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59. James Speciale

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60. Lauren Lovallo

Designation Author Author Bio Lauren Lovallo is the supervisor of social audience and content for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. She first joined the Advance team in 2014 as a print editor for the sports and news departments before making the jump to the digital newsroom in 2021 as a reporter, social media specialist and weekend news editor. In addition to her daily duties, she also serves as co-lead of the Advance/SILive.com High School Journalism Immersion program. Originally hailing from Connecticut, she received her bachelor’s degree in English and her master’s degree in education from Wagner College....more
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61. Pamela A. Silvestri

Designation Author Author Bio Native Staten Islander Pamela Silvestri is the Advance/SILive.com food editor. A Bryn Mawr College grad, Pamela's background is rooted in the restaurant industry. She sold her Michelin/Zagat-rated American Grill restaurant in 2006. Having made appearances on several food TV shows and as a judge on "Beat Bobby Flay," Pamela now hosts a Wednesday and Friday live discussion at 11:30 a.m. from various borough eateries on the Advance/SILIVE.com's Facebook page.
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62. Brent Johnson

Designation Author Author Bio Brent Johnson is a political reporter in the Statehouse bureau of The Star-Ledger and NJ.com, covering the governor and state Legislature. He has worked at the bureau since 2013 and won multiple state journalism awards, including for his work on the COVID-19 pandemic and Gov. Phil Murphy's administration. Before that, he covered both local news and sports for the company and wrote about James Madison University sports for The Daily News-Record in Harrisonburg, Va. He grew up in Central Jersey (yes, it's real) and graduated from Rutgers University with degrees in journalism and American Studies....more
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63. Keith Sargeant

Designation Author Author Bio Keith Sargeant focuses on government, public accountability, education and environmental justice. He can be reached at ****@njadvancemedia.com and his Twitter direct messages are open for tips.
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64. Jerry Izenberg

Designation Author Author Bio For the past 30 years I have helped folks that have been turned down, declined for life insurance. I can help. Call me@ 877-224-0477
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65. Linda O'brien

Designation Author Author Bio Linda O’Brien is a reporter who produces feature stories for nj.com as well as The Star-Ledger, The Times of Trenton, The Hunterdon County Democrat, and The Express Times. Her features focus on the individuals and organizations that define the Garden State. Her writing often focuses on nonprofit organizations and those who work to enhance the lives of others. She collaborates with the photo editor to find unique visual stories and colorful community events to share with readers via photo spreads. O’Brien is a headline writer and has also served in assignment and copy editor capacit...ies during her four decades in the industry.more
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66. Owen Reiter

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67. Diane C. Lore

Designation Author Author Bio Reporter for the Staten Island Advance, covering education and local news. Story ideas and tips welcome, to ****@siadvance.com
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68. Michelle Del Rey

Designation Author Author Bio Michelle Del Rey is Reckon's daily news reporter. She formerly worked at the San Antonio Express-News and Albany (NY) Times Union as part of a two-year Hearst Fellowship. She has experience covering crime, politics and breaking news. Before landing her first full-time reporting gig, she freelanced in the Dominican Republic, writing for national publications, including the Guardian and BuzzFeed News.
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69. Ryan Nave

Designation Author Author Bio Ryan "R.L." Nave has been Reckon's editor since May 2020, when he joined to help oversee newsroom's relaunch into a brand for millennials in the South. Prior to joining Reckon, he served as editor-in-chief of Mississippi Today, now the state’s largest newsroom. There, he was among one of the first staffers hired to start the nonprofit newsroom and served as news editor running the legislative team and overseeing coverage of criminal justice and environmental issues. Nave was also an editor and reporter at the Jackson (Miss.) Free Press and a staff writer for Illinois Times in t...he capital, Springfield. He's also been an independent journalist, his work appearing on Serial/The New York Times, Ebony, The Root, The Source and other local and national publications. His reporting has received dozens of state and national journalism awards. He has led teams whose work garnered local, state and national journalism awards, including the Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Journalism and an Edward R. Murrow Award. He was a 2019 McGraw Business Reporting fellow at City University New York and completed fellowships at the University of Colorado-Boulder and Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. A member of several professional journalism associations, he served as president of the Jackson, Miss., chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists and is currently chairman of the board for the Jackson-based Center for Ideas, Equity & Transformative Change. He grew up near St. Louis in University City, Mo., and graduated from the University of Missouri.more
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70. Kara Buzga

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71. Manny Gómez

Designation Author Author Bio ❤️ Proud girl dad | Mets beat reporter for NJ Advance Media (@njdotcom / The Star-Ledger) | Cinephile w/ occasional film commentary |????????????????
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72. Sonya Gugliara

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73. Lisa Wong

Designation Author Author Bio NY ⇄ CA | Broadcast Journalism @CU_DodgeCollege @pantheronline | previously @siadvance
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74. Bobby Olivier

Designation Author Author Bio Bobby Olivier is the Food and Culture Editor and a Music Reporter for NJ Advance Media (NJ.com and The Star-Ledger). He has worked for the company in various editing and reporting rols for 13 years, covering music, entertainment, dining, nightlife and more. He has won numerous awards from the New Jersey Press Association, Society of Features Journalism (national), and was a Livingston Award finalist. He graduated with a degree in journalism and professional writing from The College of New Jersey in 2011.
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75. James Yates

Designation Author Author Bio James Yates is the news manager for the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com. In addition, he oversees the site's content on social media. A journalist for more than 20 years, Yates previously worked as a reporter, copy editor, assistant entertainment editor and assistant city editor. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in English from St. John's University.
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76. Cayden Steele

Designation Author Author Bio sports reporter @njdotcom| previously: @phillyinquirer @owlscoop_com @couriertimes | Temple alumnus
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77. Gabby Warren

Designation Author Author Bio Cannabis Journalist @NJdotcom Artist. Entrepreneur. Entertainer IG: @divix3nation Email:****@njadvancemedia.com https://linktr.ee/Divix3nation
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78. Denny Agassi

Designation Author Author Bio Denny is a writer, actor, and musician who has co-starred in POSE (FX) and New Amsterdam (NBC), and will appear in the upcoming series City On Fire (Apple TV). Aside from The Grammy, Allure Magazine, PAPER, and more, her recent writing—“He Made Affection Feel Simple”—was published in The New York Times’ Modern Love.
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79. Jesse Winston

Designation Author Author Bio Jesse Winston is an illustrious content writer and researcher, making significant contributions to the sports betting landscape as part of Cipher Sports Technology Group. After graduating summa cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in biology pre-medicine from Eureka College, Jesse earned his MBA at the University of Phoenix Chicago, specializing in business analysis, and graduating summa cum laude once again. His keen analytical skills and dedication to achieving optimal performance have been instrumental in launching, growing, and successfully exiting multiple companies. Jesse's passio...n for predictive analysis, risk assessment, and performance optimization has led him to develop a pioneering approach to SWARM intelligence, leveraging machine learning and AI for more accurate event outcome predictions in sports betting. His expertise extends to event forecasting, player and team analysis, and his work in the realm of sports betting exemplifies his commitment to providing cutting-edge insights.more
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80. Carmine Angioli

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81. Toniann Dicostanzo

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82. Steve White

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83. Teri West

Designation Author Author Bio tiktok is more fun ✍ @jerseyjournal
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84. Annie De Biase

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85. Jillian Delaney

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86. Carol Ann Benanti

Designation Columnist Author Bio As Inside Out columnist, she traces life's poignant moments and highlights those whose generosity of spirit contribute to the betterment of Staten Island. As a features writer, she conducts in-depth interviews and produces informative, fact based narratives. And as an Arts and Entertainment reporter she covers and photographs red carpet cultural galas, charity balls, celebrity benefit concerts and fundraising events. For her role in the community, she has been recognized by the Borough President of Staten Island and myriad organizations and not-for-profits.
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87. Pamela Sroka-holzmann

Author Bio Pamela Sroka-Holzmann is an award-winning journalist, covering business and breaking news for The Express-Times and lehighvalleylive.com. She covers a range of topics from the comings and goings of old and new businesses to consumer affairs to small business and nonprofit happenings. Followers on Twitter know her as @pamholzmann. She graduated from Rutgers University with a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Media from the School of Communication, Information and Library Studies. A New Jersey native before moving to the Lehigh Valley in 2009, Pamela previously covered various Central Jer...sey municipal and county beats, as well as daily court news and public schools, for Gannett (Courier News and Home News Tribune). She's been a journalist for nearly 25 years.more
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88. Jackie Roman

Author Bio Jackie Roman is a local and breaking news reporter for NJ.com and The Star-Ledger. She covers a range of topics, from the impact of New Jersey's growing warehouse and trucking industry on the environment to student-led protests calling for tougher anti-bullying policies in schools. Together with the team at NJ.com, she aims to connect and inform readers. She is a 2022 graduate of the Investigative Reporters and Editors data journalism bootcamp at the University of Missouri and was a 2023 fellow for CivicStory's New Jersey Sustainability Reporting Fellowship.
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89. Brian Laline

Designation Executive Editor Author Bio Executive Editor, Staten Island Advance/SILive
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90. Cassy Sommer

Designation Trending News Manager Author Bio Trending news manager SILive.com / @siadvance. Pizza lover. @tmwardcoffee lover. Wine lover. #Yankees fan. #Hoboken Mom.
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91. Claire M. Regan

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92. Derek Alvez

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93. Eddie DAnna

Designation Managing Producer, Breaking News and Sports Contributor Author Bio SILive.com breaking news manager. Will post about Staten Island, U.S. history/presidents, Mets/Jets, me running and my cavapoo Franklin.
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94. Frank Donnelly

Designation General Assignment Reporter Author Bio Staten Island Advance general assignment reporter.
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95. Giavanni Alves

Designation Public Interest and Advocacy Reporter Author Bio Public interest & advocacy reporter for the Staten Island Advance @siadvance
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96. Gracelyn Santos

Designation Life and Culture Columnist Author Bio Family dentist @gsantosdds • Columnist @siadvance • Exec Board @Stgeorgetheatre • Mom of 3
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97. Joe D'Amodio

Designation Sports Manager Author Bio Sports writer for silive.com and Staten Island Advance.
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98. Ken Paulsen

Designation Digital Operations Lead Author Bio Digital Ops Lead for @njdotcom + @siadvance. Adjuct prof @nyu_journalism. @SyracuseU + @nyuniversity alum. Specifics: Earthling, water-drinker, great-grandson.
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99. Kristin F. Dalton

Designation Reporter Author Bio Public interest & advocacy reporter for the @siadvance. "I'm a New Yorkian" - @therealelp If my headphones are in I can't hear you. ****@siadvance.com
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100. Mark D. Stein

Designation Sunday Editor and Community Engagement Specialist Author Bio SILive.com, Sunday editor, engagement, social media.
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