It's just politics," she said, "and everybody who lives in Staten Island knows it.

He was 61 years old and lived in Staten Island.

"I've been living in Staten Island all my life, paying so much taxes, and it's about time we got something for nothing around here."

Seventy-eight of the 343 firefighters who were killed lived in Staten Island.

His brother's name is Larry and he lives in Staten Island.

Quick notes on the detective: he is 28, recently married, lives in Staten Island and loves his job.

His wife died last year, and the children lived with him or nearby in Staten Island.

They've lived in the city for 20 years, in Staten Island, where they worked and raised three children.

He lived in Staten Island and put himself through college.

The officer, who lives in Staten Island, was released after his parents put up their home as collateral.