by Rockaway Staff | Aug 21, 2025 | High Tide
It’s hard to believe summer is already winding down. Next weekend is Labor Day, and then it’s back to school for teachers and students. But don’t pack it in just yet — there’s still plenty happening across the peninsula, as you’ll see in this week’s paper. So get out...
by Rockaway Staff | Aug 14, 2025 | High Tide
We were deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Charles Nopper, a familiar and friendly face to many of us on the peninsula from our visits to Jamesons Pub and Bishops Barn. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, and his many friends. Charles’ warm smile and...
by Rockaway Staff | Aug 7, 2025 | High Tide
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Sean Sheridan, owner of the BayHouse in Breezy Point, last week. Our thoughts are with his family and friends—especially his wife, Maureen, and their two sons. Sean was a friend of The Rockaway Times and always greeted...
by Rockaway Staff | Jul 31, 2025 | High Tide
This Saturday, August 2, marks the return of the Rockaway Sandcastle Contest! Councilwoman Joann Ariola will be hosting the event on Beach 108th Street, with NYC Parks and The Rockaway Times on hand to help out. Registration runs from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., with castle/...
by Rockaway Staff | Jul 24, 2025 | High Tide
It seems like new stop signs have been popping up all over Rockaway lately. Just a heads-up—the latest additions are at the busy intersection of Newport Avenue and Beach 130th Street. ***** The wait is almost over! Our Rockaway Times Photo Contest judges will be...
by Rockaway Staff | Jul 17, 2025 | High Tide
We’ve reached mid-July, and summer is in full swing. With so many events happening across the peninsula, it can be hard to keep track — and that’s where we come in! ***** Last Thursday night, the entire peninsula, decked out in red, white, and blue, were lined on the...
