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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

Thrilla in Camilla Thrills Story and Photos

By Katie McFadden

Thrilla in Camilla gave everyone something to talk about.

The 5th Annual Thrilla in Camilla drew in crowds from near and far to watch FDNY Boxing duke it out with some worthy opponents, to root for their favorites in grudge matches and to raise money for some of America’s heroes.

On Friday, July 16, the St.

Camillus schoolyard was unfortunately canceled.

Some of the other most anticpacked as people came out to FDNY Boxing’s first home- ipated fights of the night were turf event in two years. FDNY the grudge matches. Many Boxing dominated in several of the fights over opponents from various Massachusetts police departments like FDNY’s James Gennari of Ladder Company 124. The anticipated female match between Nicole Malpeso of Engine Company 76 and Ashleigh More of the Massachusetts State Police was

came out from Xavier and Xaverian high schools to watch Xaverian’s Jeremiah Ryan take on Xavier’s Jimmy McGovern.

Rich Pontieri won the local grudge match.

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Primary Results Certified The results are official. On Tuesday, July 20, the NYC Board of Elections certified the primary results for most elections. Besides the number of votes, not much has changed for the results.

For the mayoral race, Eric Adams is officially the democrat nominee. After all votes were counted and ranked choice voting rounds were completed, he had 50.4% of the vote to Kathryn Garcia’s 49.6%. The difference is 7,197 votes. Adams faces Republican Curtis Sliwa, who had 67.9% of the vote, in the general election in November.

For Public Advocate, Jumaane Williams holds his position with 70% of the vote in the democratic primary. In the City Comptroller race, democrat Brad Lander had 51.9% of the vote to Corey Johnson’s 48.1%.

The democratic Queens Borough President race was a close

one, but BP Donovan Richards came on top, earning most of James Van Bramer’s votes in the ranked choice voting rounds. Richards had 50.3% of the vote to Elizabeth Crowley’s 49.7%. There was a difference of 1,069 votes.

In the local city council races, for District 31, Councilwoman Selvena Brooks-Powers dominated with 67.4% of the vote (10,807 votes), winning over Nancy Martinez and Nicole Lee in the democratic primary. In the District 32 race, Felicia Singh won with 52.2% of the vote over Michael Scala’s 47.5%. There was difference of 438 votes. Singh will go on to face Republican Joann Ariola who had an overwhelming 82% of the vote over Steve Sirgiovanni’s 17%.

The general election will be Tuesday, November 2. Early voting will take place October 23-31, 2021.

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THRILA IN CAMILLA THRILLS Continued from Page 2 With both teens not holding back any punches, it was a high-energy match but ultimately Xaverian came on top with Jeremiah Ryan taking the win. In another must-watch fight between FDNY and EMS, John Cadotte of EMS Station 4 won over Ladder Company 114’s Chris Livolsi. In the FDNY grudge match, Gary Schmidt of Ladder Company 17 won over Dan Palmieri of Ladder Company 169.

The last fight of the night was one locals were waiting for—the local grudge match.

Reigning champ Rich Pontieri, retired from Local 79, was back in the ring, this time against a worthy opponent—Jimmy McGovern of DSNY. The two went at it for about a minute, with both getting some solid punches in, but ultimately one strong punch by Pontieri took down McGovern, earning him the win for the night.

While things got tense in

the ring, it was all for a good cause. During intermission, the heroes of the night were honored. The event benefitted

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Marine Corps Lance Corporal Matthew Benny, who will receive a home through Building Homes for Heroes, took to the stage, as well as past honorees.

Jackie, the wife of the late Matt McDevitt, a FDNY firefighter who died of a rare cancer, leaving behind two young children, was also honored. Both received $20,000 checks made possible by the ticket sales and other fundraising efforts related to Thrilla in Camilla. As they took to the ring, the crowd erupted in cheers of “USA! USA!” After the event, Pontieri and McGovern made up over a few beers at RBQ and the after party continued at Whit’s End. For more information about the next FDNY Boxing events, check out FDNYBoxing.com

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

Cristin Mullen Remembered With A Run

By Isabella Guerriero

On Saturday, July 17, Rockaway honored athlete, teacher, lifeguard, friend, and a true Rockaway girl, Cristin Mullen, with an event that radiated everything she loved.

In the morning, participants of the Cristin Mullen Run gathered in the St. Rose of Lima schoolyard for last-minute registration and number pickup.

Then they made their way to the boardwalk on Beach 84th Street, where bagpipes awaited participants ready to start the day. The 5k race was the first to start. Around 180 people lined the boardwalk on the beautiful sunny day, with excited energy that embodied Cristin’s positivity. The one mile walk and kiddie runs followed with lots of children joining their families for the event, which Cristin, a District 75 teacher, would have loved.

At around 11 a.m., runners gathered back at the St. Rose of Lima schoolyard for an af-

terparty which included a DJ, a barbecue provided by the Knights of Columbus, a 50/50, and raffles for some great prizes secured by Cristin’s mom, Noreen Mullen. Fun was had by all, and the weather was perfect for a celebration with friends and family honoring Cristin’s beautiful soul.

Locals and people from out-

side of Rockaway alike came out to show support, remember Cristin and enjoy the day.

Two runners, Evette and Anna, came from Manhattan to run by the beach and be part of a more local race. Close friends of Cristin and runners from out of town came together to honor her legacy with one of her favorite things to do. Cristin

frequently ran the same boardwalk in her spare time, at Rockapulco Run events, and competitively through St. Francis de Sales CYO, Bishop Kearney High School and then St. Francis College.

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CRISTIN MULLEN

a parish that is near and dear to the hearts of the Mullen family. As a teacher who loved children, supporting the students of St. Rose is a fitting tribute to carry on Cristin’s legacy.

Saturday was a lovely day honoring a beautiful soul, with Cristin’s community honoring her with something she loved.

Her love for the community was reciprocated by all at the event, who were there to support and honor her legacy.

Continued from Page 6 On December 17, 2020, Cristin Mullen died unexpectedly at 35 years old due to complications from epilepsy. Her mother, Noreen Mullen said, “We do this in Cristin’s memory, specifically her perseverance, during trial and adversity. Through it all, she always smiled, was always running, and never gave up. She always wanted to work, and was a tenured District 75

teacher, and never collected disability.” Cristin’s strength through her 13-year battle with epilepsy was nothing short of inspirational. As was the support system around her. John Daly admired Noreen’s dedication to her daughter throughout Cristin’s life and struggles with her diagnosis. “Noreen was totally committed to helping her get well through every step,” Daly said.

Speaking more about her late daughter, Noreen Mullen said, “She loved her Irish heritage, and she loved her country.”

Cristin also loved her community and Rockaway loved her back, so it was no surprise to see locals come out strong for Saturday’s event. In turn, the Cristin Mullen Run gave back to the community. All the proceeds from the event will go towards St. Rose of Lima School,

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See you there! ***** Elizabeth Crowley conceded the Borough President race after finishing a very close second to Donovan Richards.

Richards’s margin widened because of Ranked Choice Voting. More people who voted for Jimmy Van Bremer first made Richards their second choice than Crowley.

***** A new homeless shelter is coming to Far Rockaway. The Community Board was notified

by Department of Social Services that 1312 Beach Channel Drive (just off Mott Avenue) will be shelter for 200 single adult women “experiencing homelessness with safety, security, social services, and support in their time of need, with priority at this location offered to individuals who have roots in this community and this area of Queens more broadly.” The notice also indicated that “Along with the transitional shelter, the site will also include a 147unit apartment building with affordable and supportive housing.” Anticipated opening is Fall 2023. ***** Vince Castellano, 68, died last week. The former Chair of Community Board 14, and member of the Board for 24 years, was a big supporter of Arverne by the Sea while it was still being planned. He hosted a radio show, Real Estate Nightmares, and most recently

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

This Week in History JULY 22 Kristina Iudica was born Karen Grupinski was born.

Kevin Donohue was born.

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Louise Joy Brown, was born in Lancashire, England.

JULY 26 Susan Rothstein was born.

1933 - Wiley Post became the first per- Anne Lynch Keenan was born. son to fly solo around the world.

Moe McNicholas was born.

1934 - John Dillinger was shot to death outside Chicago's Biograph Theater.

1788 - New York became the 11th state in the United States.

JULY 23 1947 - President Harry S Truman signed Clifford Baumann was born. the National Security Act, creating the John Moroney was born.

Department of Defense, the National Security Council, the Central Intelli1903 – The Ford Motor Company sells gence Agency, and the Joint Chiefs of its first car.

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JULY 24 Patty Cashman was born.

Kathie Hillis was born.

JULY 27 1974 - The House Judiciary Committee voted to impeach Richard Nixon for obstructing justice in the Watergate case.

1974 - The U.S. Supreme Court unan- 1996 - A pipe bomb exploded in an Atimously ruled that President Richard lanta park during the Olympic Games.

Nixon had to turn over White House tapes to the Watergate special prosecu- JULY 28 tor.

Eileen McCarthy was born.

2002 - Nine coal miners were trapped Robert Ostrander was born. in a mine in Pennsylvania. All were res- Michael O’Brien was born. cued three days later.

1794 - Robespierre, one of the leading JULY 25 figures of the French Revolution, was Paul Zinskie was born. sent to the guillotine.

1952 - Puerto Rico became a common- 2002 - Nine Pennsylvania coal miners wealth of the United States. were rescued after 77 hours of being 1978 - The world's first test-tube baby, trapped in a mine shaft.

Bill Gehlhaus, that local guy with an offbeat eye, often posts Hipster of the Day (HOTD) photos online. In this shot, Bill caught a duo. You never know what you’ll see on the boardwalk or around town. And if you miss it, don’t worry, Bill’s got it covered.

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House on the Rock Answers Prayers for NYPD Effort Pastor Garry set out with a goal of raising $10,000 to help Officer Mike continue his efforts at least through the fall. The fundraiser is open through August 1. Anyone interested in donating, can do so at www.fundeasy.com/e/21745 or a direct link can be found on the House on the Rock Church Facebook page.

In the meantime, Officer Conti recently received a grant from the Police Foundation to help cover the costs for his events in the future. Funding from House on the

By Katie McFadden

When the community comes together, it can accomplish great things. The 101 Precinct’s Far Rockaway Community Engagement Team and House on the Rock Church have exemplified that in recent weeks by supporting weekly activities for local youth.

In the wake of an uptick in shootings last year, particularly around the Beach 41st Houses, Police Officer Michael Conti of the 101 Precinct was tasked with coming up with a solution to curb the shootings and gang violence in the area. “My idea was to engage the community and youth as much as possible,” Officer Conti said. Rather than holding a community event or activity every once in a while, Officer Conti realized more was needed.

“Consistency is key—that’s what we have to be—consistent,” he said. So he, along with the Far Rockaway Community Engagement Team, began holding regular events. They started with a job fair at Full Gospel Tabernacle Church, which was a big success.

That then led to food pantries in conjunction with Queens Defenders in various housing areas, where the officers would also bring board games to engage with the kids.

Officer Conti realized that what these kids needed was simple— someone to listen. “I think of it like when a baby cries, usually they want your attention or want you to do something, and when you give it to them, they stop crying. I looked at these young teens like that. No one was listening to them,” he said. So he started lending an ear and listening to what the kids in the community wanted. “A lot of the kids came out when we did sports,” he said.

This led to a weekly effort to bring different sports to Far Rockaway youth, mostly those ages 16-21. “We did flag football, basketball, we brought the kids out fishing one day, had a soccer tournament, a softball game…,” Officer Conti said. Every Saturday, he and his team have been inviting the kids out for various activities. And as word spreads, more and more kids are joining.

“I really do feel that it makes a

difference. There’s always going to be violence, but if we can save even one kid, it makes it all worth it. I really believe things like this mend what’s going on in communities,” Officer Conti said.

On June 5, during a community-wide event called Hope Day at Cardozo Playground, sponsored by Full Gospel Tabernacle Church and House on the Rock Church, House on the Rock’s Pastor Garry Patrylo was introduced to Officer Mike. “He told me that every Saturday for the last couple months, he was coming up with things to do with youth in Rockaway that would broaden their experiences and put some positive role models in their path,” Pastor Garry said. “And when he told me he was paying for it out of pocket, that’s when we knew we had to get involved.” Pastor Garry learned that Officer Mike and his fellow officers were personally funding all of the weekly activities. “I was paying for everything out of pocket. When we went fishing, I brought my own fishing poles and bought the bait. When we played football, I bought the flags and new footballs. Pretty much everything was out of pocket,” Officer Conti said.

That was until Pastor Garry and House on the Rock decided to step in. “That night of Hope Day, it was the same night Justin Wallace was shot and killed and that solidified it for us that we need to do more to reach out to our youth in the community,” Pastor Garry said.

Shortly after, Pastor Garry launched an online fundraising campaign and spread the word through his church and on social media. Within a short time, it became a success. During their Rocksolid Men’s Ministry night

on July 6, the church presented Officer Mike with $1,000 worth of brand-new softball equipment and agreed to supply pizza and soda for a softball day. On Saturday, July 10, that softball game went down at O’Donohue Park, and smiles were seen all around as the kids who came out got to play with new equipment and enjoy a post-game pizza party.

And the fundraising efforts continue. “We’ve raised, to date, over $3,000 so far,” Pastor Garry said.

Officer Mike could not be more grateful for the funding. “It is very helpful. They stepped in and it’s like a prayer has been answered,” Officer Conti said. For House on the Rock, the effort also helps them network with the families of the children in the program who may need more help, as part of their broad mission of helping those in need across the peninsula. “It feels good to help someone else’s goal and see this vision come to fruition. As a church, we have a lot of things that we do and would like to see happen so it’s great if we can get that overall goal accomplished by partnering with other people with specific talents who want to do good in our community,” Pastor Garry said.

Rock will continue to be used to supply food and drinks for the events.

Together, Officer Conti and House on the Rock Church’s efforts continue. As Officer Conti will be away on Saturday, his next event, a kickball game and pizza party, will be held this Friday, July 23, 4 p.m., at Bayswater Park (701 Bay 32nd Street) for kids ages 5-12. Anyone interested in joining this event or any future events can text or call Officer Conti at 917-912-2627 or email: Michael.Conti@nypd. org.

With a new permanent home on Rockaway Beach Boulevard and Beach 112th Street, House on the Rock Church, a nondenominational multicultural church, is also doing more to engage the community. Every Friday at 7 p.m., they host a Café Night with various bands. They’re also just wrapping up their Vacation Bible School week, which they hope to invite Officer Mike to on Friday.

And they’re aiming to introduce Spanish-language services starting in September. For more info, check out House on the Rock Church on Facebook or visit: www.HouseOntheRockChurch. com

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Raccoon Times: Rockaway’s Nightlife A BOARDWALK MUSIC HOP

By Nicole Taylor-Lang

If you were hanging around Rockaway this weekend, you know the boardwalk was the place to be for live music and fun. All weekend the Rock!Away!

Summer Fest (formerly known Rock!Away! Music Fest) was going on at the Beach 97th concession with a variety of bands and musicians for all ears. Not just local bands but performers from all over came out to the event. Also, on Saturday at Rippers (Beach 86th concession), the Wild Yaks celebrated their album release by performing along with Champagne Superchillin and Sky Creature. Both events kicked off around 5 p.m. and kept me on my feet all night.

The shows went on rain or shine.

Fortunately, before the music got underway the weather cleared up and the ocean breeze was reviving. I went on Saturday to check out both venues. I started out at Rippers. Just ahead of Saturday’s event, Rippers finally got its beer/ wine license so the drinks are flowing again! I grabbed myself a nice frozen Beach Juice, which is a frozen tropical Sangria. Yum! On stage, Sky Creature was performing. They play electro dream pop with some classical influence.

The music was stimulating, and sonic textures kept everyone on their feet.

Next up it was time to check out the Rockaway Summer Fest on 97th. So I strolled on over, taking in the ocean views along the way. They had quite the line up as well. Mike Delledera, The Tall Pines, Julia’s Guest Room, Sasha Dobson and Vic Thrill and Friends were on the line up for the night. When I arrived, The Tall Pines were ending their set and Julia’s Guest Room was up next. The festival was hosted by Rockaway’s very own Max Power. Power started his Rockaway music series back in 2014 and in 2017 the first music fest came about. “My goal is to shine a light on every venue in Rockaway and keep Rockaway growing as a musical place,” Power said.

Julia’s Guest Room hit the stage and they started out with

a cover of Amy Winehouse’s “Rehab.” The lead singer’s vocals were on par with Winehouses. Off to the side, there was a Rock!Away! merch tent selling t-shirts and more. They also had a live painting going on which was really cool to watch.

The concessions were busy and every table was full. People of all ages were gathered to rock out to the music. People like Theresa Roedig from Long Island were

The band Champagne Superchillin was wrapping up their set.

The main act the Wild Yaks was up next. They have a big following here in Rockaway. The guitarists, Patrick Carroll and Matt Walsh are also Rockaway locals.

As night started to fall, more people crowded around the stage. Not gonna lie, being surrounded by people enjoying music at a concert is a great feeling. Something I definitely

enjoying the fest. “This is my first time attending and I’m having a lovely night, I love the music,” said Roedig, who is visiting family in Rockaway for the summer.

The next act was Sasha Dobson, an American jazz singer.

She was recently added to lineup and people were not disappointed. It was soon time for me to head on back to 86th street to see the happenings over there.

missed during Covid. The stage was surrounded and people were standing on the tables in anticipation. The band started up and everyone went wild. People started dancing and jumping to the music and yes, beer went flying. I had a great time listening to the music.

Friend of the band, Daniel Paskoff, who is originally from Rockaway was also enjoying his

night. “It was an epic event. I live in San Diego California but there is no place like Rockaway Beach, NY,” Paskoff. said.

The band was happy to be playing at Rippers, where their new live album was recorded.

They were grateful for everyone who came. “People are enjoying themselves, partying on the boardwalk and enjoying the summer. Summer is on!” lead singer Robert Bryn said. The Wild Yaks will be playing at the Surf Club on Friday, July 30.

When things started wrapping up, it was time to rock away back to the 97th. Main Act Vic Thrill and Friends was on stage. The rain started but that didn’t stop anyone from dancing. Who doesn’t like dancing in the rain once in a while? Vic Thrill, the lead singer, was happy to perform. “Rockaway is the best place to have a gig, it’s the scene,” he said. “I have been hanging out in Rockaway for a long time and I love it here.”

Everyone was all smiles dancing the night away. They still had music playing after the bands got off the stage. Max Power was happy everyone had a great time and came out to support music. This is something he wishes to continue throughout Rockaway and his life. “We are about spreading the energy and the goodness of Rockaway and the music that goes everywhere,” Power said. “We brought so many people to Rockaway this weekend and it was beautiful.

It was not just me but Rockaway collectively with all the different music events going on.”

To see more events hosted by Power, check out his IG page @ Maxpowerpresents. You can also follow @Rockawaybazaar and @Rippers86 to check out events that will be happening on the boardwalk this summer.

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Melissa Carrington And RE/MAX Elite Celebrate Last Wednesday, July 14, a sea of realtors took over the Belle Harbor Yacht club for a Christmas in July celebration. RE/ MAX Elite, a new edition to the local real estate scene, treated its agents to a fun-filled afternoon complete with dining, dancing and an awards ceremony to honor their agents’ hard work in 2020. “Since all celebrations in 2020 were put on hold, we really wanted to do something special for our agents to let them know how much we appreciate them,” Melissa Carrington, Owner/Broker of the Rockaway Beach office, said.

Carrington, a local resident and top producing agent, joined the RE/MAX Elite Bay Ridge office in 2018. RE/MAX Elite’s founders and fellow partners, Sal Carola, Robert Coppolino and Joseph Madaio quickly realized what a vibrant market the Rockaways had become and made the decision to put down roots in Rockaway Beach. “Having

three other offices located in Bay Ridge, Tottenville and New Dorp, Rockaway was the perfect tie in,” Madaio said. With Melissa’s help, RE/MAX Elite opened its doors at 90-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd and has been growing ever since. "We wanted to give this community and other local agents new options. RE/MAX is the most recognized name in real estate and offers more tools, training, support and networking than any other company,” Carola added.

“We have formed a fabulous group of agents and are extremely proud to have them on our team,” Rob Coppolino said. The Company, said Carrington, really goes all out for its agents, and are treated like family. RE/MAX Elite rented a bus to transport agents from its offices safely to and from the party which carried over to the Wharf Bar and Grill.

In lieu of a toy donation, RE/ MAX Elite collected products to donate to Rockaway WISH’s RECOVERY BAG initiative which helps women undergoing major surgery to keep them comfortable and supported post-op. In addition, each office will be collecting more donations through the end of the month from agents who couldn’t attend the party. “We really believe in giving back. That was part of my decision-making process to join, when interviewing companies.

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It doesn't stop there, RE/MAX Elite was also instrumental in donating food to first responders during the pandemic, they participated in the April community clean up, sponsor The Rockaway Little League, The Rockaway Beach Volleyball League, BCAC and events such as the RockStock skate surf and music festival. RE/ MAX Elite intends to be a big part of this community's bright future.

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Remove Obstacles, Invite Abundance When I need them, messages come up in my mind, certain very good positive affirmations that I have practiced before in the form of chanting or that I have read in my poetry and life-affirming books. This week, a “removal of obstacles” message came in the form of a Sanskrit chant invoking the elephant deity in the yoga tradition: body of a boy, head of an elephant. The mythology of it—The story is that this dei-

ty “Ganesha” has the power to remove the obstacles from our lives. I imagine him sweeping his trunk from side to side in front of my life path, removing anything that is keeping me from happily continuing on my journey. I don’t even have to know or understand what the obstacles are, just that they are being whisked away. And every time I keep this image with me for a few days, I feel lighter and more positive.

The image helps to project inside of us an opening to let go and remove what holds us back from doing, feeling, saying, being what makes us full and happy. With continued awareness, the intention takes hold, and the energetic body makes it happen. With this opening to a clear path, we can invite a flow of abundance in.

Wealth—in body, mind and heart. True happiness. Satisfaction and contentment.

“Not what we have but what we enjoy constitutes our abundance.” ~Epicurus Several months ago, I began asking myself what makes my heart full. And I kept on asking.

And I got a lot of answers from engaging the twinkling eyes of a child to guiding yoga classes to helping a client achieve a goal to witnessing the majesty of the sky at sunset to eating a healthy, wholesome meal and some delicious dessert (!) and on and on. I’ve found that I should keep on asking this question every single day to keep my awareness peaked and my lips turned up in a smile.

The Rockaway Times So, I ask you, “What makes your heart full?” “What warms your heart?” “What makes you smile?” Keep asking and the answers will come, and you can draw all of those things around you like a huge comfort pillow that surrounds you in safety, security and happiness. Once we know what these things are we then can naturally gravitate towards them and also create the experiences that make us feel good. I look at it as having a one-track mind: abundance only. Inevitably, things will come up that are the obstacles - un-joyful experiences. Here, we have the opportunity to conjure up “Ganesha” and put him to work. And we can create a plan to make the changes necessary to bring us closer to a joyful heart in ever-present abundance, creating the life we wish to have.

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Life With Our “Artistic” Child

By Kami-Leigh Agard

To Vax or Not to Vax? Disclaimer: Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider regarding your decision to administer the COVID vaccine to your loved one with autism. And please, never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read, not just here, but anywhere.

This past Saturday, my daughter, her dad, and our crew of friends went to the

Monster Jam truck show at MetLife Stadium. I was so excited as I had always wanted to see these gargantuan trucks do their acrobatic tricks, spins and flips for all to see. As we chatted on the drive up from Rockaway, the conversation amongst the adults drifted to the COVID vaccine. One of our friends stated that he got his son vaccinated, and as my daughter’s dad gave me a knowing look, I kept silent.

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Though I know the Pfizer vaccine was approved for children ages 12 and over, I was adamantly against it. She had been exposed to family members who contracted COVID, and my little X-Man never got it. After testing her a multitude of times, her PCR and rapid testing results were always—NEGATIVE-Not Detected. So ignorant or not, I figured maybe she had built up some immunity. Many folks I knew who got the vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) had some side effects, not just soreness in the arm, but also feeling extremely sick even for as much as two weeks. So, why would I subject my daughter to that? Plus what about these reports of children developing heart inflammation after getting vaccinated. My daughter does not talk. It’s not like she could say, “Mummy, my arm hurts or I don’t feel well.” So, call me mule-headed, but that was my stance, until this past Saturday.

My daughter’s dad has repeatedly stated that COVID vaccines’ risks under weigh the threat of death. I thought he was grossly misinformed.

However, on Saturday, (note that this my first time visiting a football stadium), I was shocked when I saw not tens, not scores, not hundreds, but THOUSANDS thronging the football stadium excited as we were to see Monster Jam. It was a sea of maskless people of every age, gender, race, creed (God knows what else?) swarming enthusiastically. As we went through security, I held my daughter close, forget the heat—pangs of worry had me dripping in sweat. Oh Lord, what was I thinking bringing her here? I thought I was prepared with our arsenal of noise-canceling headphones, but what about all these people with friggin’ COVID still looming?

For those of you reading this, put your politics aside— red, blue or whatever. I’m just a mum who has been in this cocoon, thinking that I was doing what was best for my daughter. I always say, we both walk to the beat of our own drums. However, this past

Saturday showed me that yes, we are different, not followers—but damn—this parade we are marching in is huge!

And now that she will be flying internationally in a few weeks, I’m going to give in. Sigh! Plus to add to the drama of the day, the show was postponed because of the rain. Well, it looks like “Grave Digger” was not taking us home.

If you are the caregiver for an individual with autism, I found this medically-reviewed article, “5 Things People With Autism and Their Caregivers Should Know About COVID-19 Vaccines,” on everydayhealth. com. From why people with autism are at a higher risk of COVID 19, vaccines available, vaccine safety, link between COVID vaccine and autism, and how to prepare your loved one for the vaccine, there is loads of information that can help you make an informed decision.

One major takeaway for me was: “Early symptoms may be overlooked because people with ASD may not be able to express their discomforts, such as sore throat. If someone with ASD gets COVID-19, they may have a very difficult time being in the hospital and receiving treatments that are unfamiliar, uncomfortable, and potentially scary.”

Join Rockaway Beach Autism Families for our support group meeting on Thursday, August 5, 7 p.m. at Knights of Columbus (333 Beach 90th Street, 2nd floor). For more info on RBAF’s meetings and upcoming events, visit Facebook page: Rockaway Beach Autism Families or email: kami@rockawaybeachautismfamilies.org

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Getting Out

By Lou Pastina

How refreshing it is to get around Rockaway and see friends, family and neighbors again, and not just half their face but the whole enchilada! I feel terrible for parts of the country still under strict protocols, and I hope we all get to the point where this is a distant memory. But in Rockaway, at least for now, it’s great to go to a restaurant or to see live music again, and to go to parties again too.

I had two opportunities to get off the peninsula recently and see what life is like elsewhere.

The first was because a neighbor decided enough was enough and took the initiative to book a bus for neighbors to go into the city to the Bitter End to see a Grateful Dead cover band.

You had me at party bus, and

as Ken Kesey once said, if the bus comes along, get on it and go further! So, I did, and actually the mermaid joined me and about 40 other intrepid travelers down Flatbush Avenue for a fun-filled ride into the city.

When we got there, the poor bus driver didn’t realize that all those tiny Greenwich Village streets got narrower with the extension of the restaurants out into the streets. Turning on those blocks is normally hard, but the driver made the impossible believable and we found ourselves on Bleeker Street. And what a scene that was. People out all over the place like it was VE Day, celebrating, smiling, laughing, having fun. It was heartening to see. I believe the reports of the city’s death have been greatly exaggerated! The city is alive and vibrant. We later walked over to West 4th Street and the party scene was still exploding. Oh, and by the way this was a Tuesday night. A Tuesday night!!!

The second opportunity was

an invitation from an old friend from Greenpoint who also decided enough was enough and called upon the old gang and said, “Hey you schleps, get your wives and put on a nice shirt, we are going to dinner.” Times being what they are, I accepted the invitation, and so did six other couples. And so, this group of twelve, not to be confused by any stretch with other groups of twelve, found themselves at Bourbon Street on Bell Blvd.

Now, I typically don’t like driving as many of you may know, but the drive to Bell Blvd was pleasant enough, when suddenly as I was cruising at my usual 40 miles-an-hour I spotted a huge building by Belmont Racetrack.

I realized then that this was the UBS Arena that the Islanders will be playing at. The arena will host concerts too, and it’s pretty close, this could be good! But back to Bell Blvd.

I normally don’t go to Bell Blvd, it’s kinda out of the way, and I never found driving back home a fun thing. But I have to

say that the Blvd. was alive with people and the restaurants were many and varied, and it was a happening scene. And I have to say Bourbon Street was very good too. I haven’t been there in a while, and everything looked brand-spanking new. Suffice to say that everyone had a good time, catching up on whose kids were getting married, who’s retiring, what new grandchildren were here now, all the stuff of life that we had to share only with ourselves because of the pandemic.

It is great to be human beings again!! We are truly social animals. Oh, and this was a Wednesday. Two days out, very big week for the mermaid and me!

It pays to be careful and safe, but having returned to the peninsula, I am here to report that there is life happening on the other side of the bridges. The sun doesn’t shine every day in Rockaway. Don’t be afraid to take a rainy-day trip and see what’s happening!

Vincent S. Castellano of Arverne passed on July 15, 2021. He was 69.

The son of Vincent and Nancy Castellano, he was born in Richmond Hill on July 11, 1952.

A graduate of Archbishop Molloy High School, Syracuse University and MIT Sloan School of Management, he received his MBA in 1977 and served on the MIT Board of Trustees. He enjoyed a diverse career in many fields from real estate to broadcast radio.

A lifelong resident of Queens, Vince spent many happy summers as a child in Rockaway Point, where he eventually raised his family.

Always active in civic affairs, he was a long time member of Community Board 14 and the NYC Rent Guidelines Board, as well as the former president of the Rockaway Kiwanis Club.

Vincent is survived by his beloved wife, Safeena, son Charles, daughter Kristina “KC” Anelli (Alfredo) and his grandchildren Rayla and Jace.

A visitation will be held at Denis S. O’Connor Funeral Home in Rockaway Beach, NY from 4-8pm on Thursday, July 22, 2021

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021 head to 14-50 Gateway Blvd for a rally with A Father’s Love and Queens Defenders to end gun violence. Refreshments provided.

Rockaway Cove Paddle On Friday, July 23 at 12:30 p.m., join NPS at Riis Landing for a free 100 Precinct Community kayaking tour. Kayaks providCouncil Meeting ed. For more information and to The next monthly meeting is make reservations, call (718) 758- Wednesday, July 28 on Zoom at 7 3671 p.m. Learn about the summer detail and bring questions and conFull Buck Moon Hike cerns. Email vp100pctcc@gmail.

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NPS at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for a hike to see and learn Isadora on the Beach about the Full Buck Moon. All On Thursday, July 29 at 6:30 ages welcome. Space will be lim- p.m., head to Beach 86th Street to ited, so register by calling (718) see a free dance performance of 318-4340. the works of Isadora Duncan.

Forever Young 90s Skate Party Head to the Beach 109th Hockey Rink on Saturday July 24 from 12 noon ‘til 5 p.m. for a roller skate dance party by Luxe MJ, The Roller Wave and Far Rock Greek Council. Bring your own skates or rent. $10 admission. $20 with skate rentals. For tickets see: rwbeach.eventbrite.com

RT Sandcastle Contest The RT Sandcastle Contest will be Sunday, August 1 on Beach 117th Street. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. on the boardwalk. The contest runs from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Limited supplies so bring your own sand tools. Prizes for winners.

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Yoga on the Beach Kevin Campbell is back with yoga/human movement classes on Beach 104th Street at 8:30 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Head to the beach and get your om on.

September, head to the Beach 108th hockey rink at 7:30 p.m. for Zumba with Lisa G. Enjoy this free dance workout.

Seaplane Ramp Kayaking Every Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 a.m., head to the Seaplane Ramp at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn for a free kayaking for beginners’ program.

Ages 6 and up welcome. Kayaks and lifejackets provided. Dress to get wet.

AmpSurf Adaptive Surf Yoga by the Shore Clinics Join Joann on the beach for AmpSurf’s season of offering Yoga postures, breathing practices, relaxation and meditation surf lessons to amputees, those for all. Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in Riis with special needs and more, Park Bay 12. Bring a towel or mat. has begun. Each series takes place at Beach 67th Street starting at 8:30 a.m. Dates include Yoga with Christine Christine Walker offers Sun- August 14 & 28. There is a $50 day 8:30am Yoga Flow on Sun- refundable fee for each clinic days at 8:30am and Mondays if participant attends. Register at 7 p.m., plus meditative yin at www.ampsurf.org or www. yoga at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, surf@ampsurf.org all on the Beach 126th boardwalk. Bring a mat or towel.

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PHT 170 REALTY LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 07/14/2021. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served.

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Mz Redbone Entertainments LLC Articles of Org. filed with NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on 03/23/2021.

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We humans spend about one third of our lives asleep. For much of human history, people have been more vulnerable to enemies and predators while asleep, but yet everyone sleeps and cannot help but do it. So, there must be a good reason for sleep, perhaps an evolutionary advantage.

One reason for sleep is to rest the brain and body, but yet the brain is highly active during sleep. Freud thought that one purpose of sleep was to grapple with negative thoughts buried in the unconscious via dreams.

Another theory was that the brain lopped off unused synapses (nerve connections) during sleep to improve its health, much as pruning dead branches from rose bushes improves their health. Sleep also helps consolidate memories and learning.

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Sound Sleep other important role for sleep, namely improving the health of the brain via “waste management.” Neurons (nerves) and glia, the non-electrical-pulse-generating support cells in the brain, produce a lot of waste, which includes toxic substances such as lactate and two molecules (amyloid-ß. [AB] and tau) central to the pathology of Alzheimer disease (AD). Neurons and glia are easily damaged by these substances, making it highly necessary to remove them from the brain.

The human body has three circulatory systems – arterial, venous, and lymphatic. The main purpose of the lymphatic system is to remove waste products from organs (it is also important for fighting infections). Yet centuries of anatomical studies had found no lymphatic system in the brain. Thus, the brain, an organ comprised of cells easily damaged by toxins and an organ that produces large amounts of the same toxins, appeared to be deprived of a critical part of its

waste management system.

It wasn’t until 2015 that lymphatic vessels were finally discovered in the meninges, the soft tissues that encapsulate the brain and spinal cord. An even bigger surprise came just before that, in 2012. That was the discovery of the glymphatic system, first postulated to exist in the 1980s. The glymphatic system is a drainage system that mingles “fresh” cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) with waste-product rich brain interstitial fluid (ISF) and flushes the fluid and waste products out of the brain and into the systemic circulation where the liver and kidneys dispose of it.

In addition, research has shown that the glymphatic system is most active during sleep, especially during non-rapideye-movement (REM), slowwave, sleep, even if that sleep occurs during the day. During sleep, the ISF volume increases by as much as 60% and the intracellular volume (space between cells) shrinks, flushing waste products out the brain. The

functioning of the glymphatic system appears to be compromised by aging. Its function is also decreased in people with circadian misalignment (e.g., shift work), sedentary lifestyles, and conditions such as sleep apnea, hypertension, type2 diabetes, stroke, AD, and sleep disruption and deprivation.

Chronic sleep loss is associated with AD, Parkinson disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, epilepsy, and autism spectrum disorders. As noted above, sleep deprivation reduces glymphatic system function so, could the latter explain the former?

More studies in humans are needed, especially in adolescents and children in whom sleep disruption is common.

But it appears that we might have finally found a reason why we sleep and how a lack of sleep may be linked to, if not the cause of, certain disorders and diseases.

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SUMMER CLASSIC Roundup The 2021 St Francis Summer Classic has one of its biggest turnouts ever despite no Graybeard divisions this season.

Eighty teams are competing in 11 divisions. Weather has disrupted play as we approach what should be the halfway point, but it looks like things are back on track.

The Men's Open League has split into two separate divisions this year. Annual contenders Kennedy's Restaurant and Caiazzo Plumbing sit atop Division 1 with 4-0 records. Harbor Light and Cabana are 2-2. Defending champions Village Saloon notched their first win last week and join JG Electric, Jameson's and ASAP C Merch at 1-3. Callie's outdueled JKS Printing and is alone at 4-0 in Division 2 with JKS and Rockaway Farmer's Market at 3-1. The Wave and Wise Clock Cafe are 2-2. Gamer the Plug and Butler Beach Realty are 1-3. Forever Two Worlds is 0-4.

The Boys High School division has been most impacted by the rain. Conte Carpets leads at

2-0. The 10 team division also includes Meat Up Grill, WWW. Pro1Tire.com, Boarders Surf Shop, Ridgewood Savings Bank, All Seasons Mechanical, Bay Ridge Financial Group, ServPro of Forest Hills, Blue Bear Risk Management, and Kill, Wood, Ace & Mann.

Derfland Ranch and Sandbar Contractors share the lead in Boys Grammar Senior. Delmar Pizzeria, Paul's Bicycle Shop, R. Tyne Painting, Beach Bagels, D F X, and The Parent's Choice round out the division.

Cloudlinx is 3-0 in Boys Grammar Middle with The Melons 2-0. Bedford Funding, Curran's

Superior Meats, T. Moriarty & Sons, New York Surf School, ServPro of NW Brooklyn, and Walsh Management are in the chase pack.

On the female side, Nicole Frontera Beauty is 2-0 in Girls High School. Flynn & Flynn, Walter Blum's Giants, Vibing With Vinyl, DJ's@Work, and the Bonnies complete the field. The Women’s Open division consists of Jameson's, Rocco's of Roc Beach, La Sorrentina, Boardwalk Pizza, A&S @ The Harbor Caterers, Whit's End/Meat Up Grill, Pico, and Callie's. In Girls Grammar Senior we have Rockaway W.I.S.H., Mullin Basketball Camp, Bungalow Bar, Walsh Properties, McManus Mechanical, and George Clark Realty.

There are no standings and no playoffs in the youngest divisions which play at 5:45. Girls Grammas Junior teams are Coastal Real Estate, Pipin's Pub, Denis S. O'Connor, Inc., Creamer Street Realty, Belle Harbor Yacht Club, The Storage Place, Bugalou Productions, and Rock-

away Beach Orthodontics and Family Dentistry.

In Boys Grammar Junior, the teams are Rockaway Times, Creamer Street Realty, Rockaway Rotary, Clare's Bears, Graybeards, and Rockaway Beach Orthodontics and Family Dentistry. Finally, in the Co-ed 2nd grade division we have Rockaway Hotel, Team Will, J&E Industries, and The Neinast Team.

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Rockaway Little League WINNING Congrats to the Carvel Tigers for winning the Rockaway Little League Girls Majors Softball Championship. Solid pitching efforts by Olivia Teich and Kendall Grey were instrumental to the Tigers victory.

Offensively, the Tigers were led by Morgan Harkin's two doubles, Mary Doyle's three hits including a bases clearing double and Ella Kinzie who had three hits including a Grand Slam Homerun. Impressive defensive plays and hitting were turned in by Erin Hogg, Tegan Curley, Caileigh Gratz, Aliyah Giannios, Caoibhe McGarrity and Fiona Fulton throughout the year. Coaches Charlie Kinzie, Mike Doyle and Jim Hurley were certainly proud of the girl's effort and dedication this season. Sparky Anderson and Bugs Bunny were a force to be reckoned with.

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ly, Mike Mandela and Andy Youseff coached Huskies always offered solid competition throughout the season. Many of their players including Gianna, Annalise, Avery, Maddie, Maeve, Geena, Hayden, Lauren, Elizabeth, Fiona, Cassidy and Emma all played well and have bright futures ahead of them on the Diamond.

Please support your local

Rockaway Little League for the 2022 season. Player enrollment is on the rise. With a few new coaches and recruitments from The Rockaways, Broad Channel, Roxbury and Breezy Point, the league will return to past enrollment numbers for Boys Baseball and Girls Softball.

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Please consider joining next year. Playing for multiple teams including RLL, CYO and travel teams can be done. A special thanks to Virginia, Matt and Tim for all they do to make Rockaway Little League possible.

Enjoy the summer. See you next season! - Sparky Anderson

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Wrestle Talk WRESTLING RETURNS LIVE!

By Eric Jayden

So, folks after a long wait, almost a year, pro wrestling has returned with live crowds! All Elite Wrestling (AEW) was the first promotion in the U.S. to allow fans into their television tapings and now the World Wrestling Federation (WWE) has followed suit and they have allowed fans to the televised events, and I have received numerous emails over the past year asking the same question "When will pro wrestling return with a live audience?"

Well, once again, don't fret, ‘cause it's here!

I have to say there's nothing like watching wrestling with actual fans, period! It's exciting, it's eventful and I'm pretty sure all the wrestlers are also glad to be able to perform in front of a live audience. The WWE during the height of the pandemic introduced the "Thunder Dome"

concept which allowed fans to be part of their shows virtually.

Fans would have to login via a WWE link and they could participate in the event as their imagines are shown on live TV. I honestly found it very bothersome and though it didn't make the experience of watching a WWE Programing enjoyable.

AEW has already started their touring schedule and has a show planned in Queens and in many other states. We are waiting for the WWE, Ring of Honor and IMPACT Wrestling to announce when they will start touring live across the states.

Also, I see independent promotions are thriving very well and are drawing huge crowds at the shows. For me it's just a great time to be a wrestling fan!

Question of the week comes from Caleb H. in Rockaway Beach and he asked, "I love wrestling factions and I was

wondering who is your favorite wrestling faction?" Well, Caleb, for me the answer is simple— the Four Horsemen: Ric Flair, Tully Blanchard, Arn Anderson and Ole Anderson. These men made up one of the best heel factions of all time! Their performances were on point and the way they live there characters 24/7 was something I

haven't seen in any group for a long time.

Thank you all for sending in the questions! Please continue sending them to eavil183@ yahoo.com and follow me on Facebook @ericjayden and Instagram @badguysexiness. Also check out my merchandise on Spring Tee Eric Jayden. Have a great week!

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