by Rockaway Staff | Jul 9, 2026 | High Tide
When the skies opened up Saturday evening, hundreds of people were on line for the ferry out of Rockaway. Where do you go when the rain and lightning start falling? Sunoco! A large crowd huddled for shelter near the gas pumps. They still got drenched but took it in...
by Rockaway Staff | Jul 2, 2026 | High Tide
June was not an especially good month for beachgoers or our local businesses, but summer heat arrives with a vengeance starting today. Remember to apply sunscreen and hydrate! Here’s to the sun actually showing up and staying for the long haul — weekend after...
by Rockaway Staff | Jun 25, 2026 | High Tide
Unless it is a round number, most business anniversaries are not as noteworthy as, say, your wedding anniversary. However, tomorrow (June 26) marks an even dozen years since Kevin Boyle launched The Rockaway Times. This issue is Volume 13, #1. The RT is looking...
by Rockaway Staff | Jun 18, 2026 | High Tide
Next Tuesday, we have a rare, meaningful primary election. Democrats, please read Katie McFadden’s profiles of the candidates. Pesach Osina and Mike Scala are vying to represent us in the NYS Assembly. Choose wisely! ***** Pete Townshend sang, “Give love and keep...
by Rockaway Staff | Jun 11, 2026 | High Tide
Father’s Day is June 21. Celebrate Dear Ol’ Dad in the pages of the RT. Send your photo memories to mail@rockawaytimes.com by noon on Tuesday, June 16. ***** In 12 days, there will be a rare, meaningful primary election. Democrats, please do your homework and vote....
by Rockaway Staff | Jun 4, 2026 | High Tide
It’s June 4, one month until America 250! Time to break out Old Glory. In today’s issue, read about the Rockaway Times’ Patriotic Home and Business Decorating contests. And, watch for our special America 250 issue on July 2. ***** The Rockaway Beach Civic...
