by Rockaway Staff | Aug 28, 2025 | NEWS
“For never was a story of more woe, Than this of Juliet and her Romeo.” While the story itself was full of woe, Shakespeare on the Rocks’ debut performance was met with applause and cheers, laughs and tears, from August 21-24. The Beach 94th Amphitheater was...
by Rockaway Staff | Aug 28, 2025 | NEWS
Faithful Rockaway Times readers know that when Bert Sanders hits the paper, the summer is almost over. As usual, I’m here to give updates on Poseidon’s Parade, which is the official conclusion of the summer here in Rockaway. While Labor Day, the unofficial end to...
by Rockaway Staff | Aug 28, 2025 | McVeighing In
Happy New Year! Yep, you read that right. Sure, January 1 gets all the credit for flipping the calendar, but who are we really kidding? The real new year begins with the end of summer and the start of the school year. I haven’t been in the classroom for quite a while,...
by Rockaway Staff | Aug 28, 2025 | NEWS
Step into Similan on the Bay and you’ll feel like you’re on a boat, transporting you to the islands of Thailand, where you’ll embark on an authentic culinary journey. Rockaway’s newest Thai restaurant is now open. For those who miss Thai Rock, Thai cuisine is back...
by Rockaway Staff | Aug 28, 2025 | NEWS
When the closing of Saint Camillus Church was first announced earlier this year, several parishioners met and wanted to explore the interest that instead of mourning the closure of the beloved church, we celebrate its existence! Saint Camillus Parish has been serving...