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Staten Island Cafe Closes Early Amid St. Patrick's Day Chaos

2/28/2026

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Story summary

Megan Coppola, the Staten Island coffee shop owner, closed early on St. Patrick's Day after last year's chaos when intoxicated teens vandalized her store.
She described the scene as 'next-level' mayhem, noting fights and property damage during the parade.
Local authorities addressed underage drinking by launching a social media campaign warning of arrests.
Residents remain skeptical about enforcement.
The civic survey found parents facilitate these parties and residents fear a repeat.

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Story summary

Megan Coppola, the Staten Island coffee shop owner, closed early on St. Patrick's Day after last year's chaos when intoxicated teens vandalized her store.
She described the scene as 'next-level' mayhem, noting fights and property damage during the parade.
Local authorities addressed underage drinking by launching a social media campaign warning of arrests.
Residents remain skeptical about enforcement.
The civic survey found parents facilitate these parties and residents fear a repeat.