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for a Washington to Southern California cleanup, where more than 240 pounds of trash was collected from 15 different beaches. “After seeing the positive impact that the Catch a Clean Wave program made on the West Coast, we knew that we needed to continue this important initiative by supporting our East Coast Ohana and help clean-up efforts at their favorite beaches from Maine to Florida,” said Ashlee Conrad, Brand Manager, Kona Brewing Co. “With summer beach season kicking off, we hope this program reminds beachgoers all over the world that every piece of trash collected counts and helps us all enjoy our beaches and waterways for years to come.” To RSVP for the Rockaway cleanup on Wednesday, June 8 at 4 p.m., find the link in the bio of Kona’s Instagram (@konabrewingco).

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The Irish Fest Returns This Weekend By Katie McFadden

The sunshine and shamrocks are returning, and the annual summer kickoff is back. The 9th Annual Rockaway Beach/ Breezy Point Irish Festival is this weekend and it’s not one to be missed. After cancellations due to Covid over the last two years, and a smaller-scale Irish Festival held in September, the Irish Festival has returned to its normal date and hosts, Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 21, could not be more excited to bring this tradition back in full swing. “It’s really great because last year we got shut down with Covid as we did the year before, but we did bring it back in September with the idea of keeping the festival alive and it worked out, but it’s nice to be back in June as we consider this the kickoff of summer for the Rockaways. It’s really the first big event of summer on the Rockaway peninsula and it feels good, and people are pumped up about it and excited it’s happening again in June,” AOH member

and festival organizer John Moroney said. “We’re looking forward to it.” Since details were announced, a common thing heard around town is, “Great lineup!” Last year, outof-town bands were hard to come by due to Covid, and one even had to cancel the day of the show, but the music is back in full force this year. With local performers and

the return of several popular Irish bands plus some highly-anticipated first-timers to the festival, the music alone should be enough to draw good crowds this weekend. The festival kicks off on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5 at 11 a.m. and continues to 9 p.m. both days. The music starts at 1 p.m. Saturday’s schedule entails lo-

cal band Fool’s Night Out opening the show at 1 p.m., a taste of the bagpipes with Breezy Point Pipes & Drums performing at 2:30 p.m., followed by ever-popular Shilelagh Law at 3 p.m., the O’Malley Irish Dancers at 4:30 p.m., Maggie’s Clan at 5 p.m. and festival first-timers Seven Nations closing out the show at 7 p.m. According to Moroney, Seven Nations, an upstate-based band, has been on their radar for several years, but was never feasible ‘til now. “We were able to work something out this year which is great for both sides and I think people are really going to enjoy them,” he said. But Sunday’s lineup is just as good. The Highland Rovers will be kicking it off at 1 p.m. The Gobshites follow at 3 p.m. Celtic Cross returns this year at 5 p.m. and The Narrowbacks close out the show at 7 p.m. Vendors will be back this year. Due to Covid, many previous venContinued on page 10

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weather comes the advisory that Hurricane season is here, too. Might be a good time to consider emergency supplies, go-kits, and brushing up on evacuation routes. We can never be too prepared. ***** Best of luck to Alex Zablocki. As executive director, he undoubtedly made the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy what it is today. On Tuesday, he announced he accepted a position as executive director at the Fund for Public Housing. We’re sad to see our RT office neighbor go but he leaves behind a great team at JBRPC who will keep the great work going. We wish Alex well and hope he doesn’t become a stranger. ***** The Edgemere Community Civic Association (ECCA) is holding a meeting on Monday, June 6. ***** State Senator James Sanders announced that he is hosting a Carnival Kick-Off Launch Party

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THE IRISH FEST RETURNS Continued from Page 6 dors closed up shop, so they were few and far between but Moroney says the vendor tent will look more normal this year. “There were a lot of inventory issues last year but it’s starting to correct itself, so we got a lot of different vendors this year,” he said. The food and drinks will be on hand. “We have a good variety this year, including The Chipper, a guy who is big in the Irish section of The Bronx that does fish and chips, plus some doing zeppoles and other dessert products, a guy here doing various sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, and we’ll have corned beef this year,” Moroney said. Plus the beer tent will offer a variety of drinks for purchase to wash it all down. As kids 12 and under are welcome for free, there will be plenty to do for the young lads and lassies. “We’ll have bouncy castles, face painting is back and there will be a sand art booth for kids,” Moroney said. As always, the festival lives up to the AOH’s mission of charity. The entire event is done for a good

cause, with proceeds benefitting local churches and other charitable organizations in the community. The 50/50 raffle is a big contributor to that. This year there will be ten $1,000 winners, plus a 50/50 jackpot winner. Tickets will be sold in advance from any AOH member and at the festival at a price of one for $20, three for $50 or seven for $100. “Sales have been pretty good for far, so it should be exciting,” Moroney said. The festival will start to look more normal this year, but some things will be new. Most notable, a harpist will be at the gate, greeting people with tunes as they enter. Entrance to the festival is only $15 for adults each day and free for kids 12 and under. No personal coolers or beach chairs are allowed, as the beer tent will offer beverages and some seating will be available. With the weather forecast looking good for the weekend, the Irish Festival is forecast to be one of the best yet. “It’s going to be the thing to do,” Moroney said. “It should be a great weekend.” For more info, see Irishfest21.com

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Last weekend, despite repeated assurances from the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation that Parks Enforcement Police (PEP) would keep bathers out of the water on beaches closed to swimming, hundreds of beachgoers entered the ocean in restricted areas. Councilwoman Joann Ariola is asking that lifeguards be deployed to these locations, to prevent an otherwise avoidable drowning before it’s too late. “Every year we see people drowning off of the shores of Rockaway, and we ask, ‘how could we have prevented that tragedy’ – well this time I’m telling you ahead of time, before we have another loss of life; we need more lifeguards deployed to those busy areas near the concessions where visitors congregate,” Councilwoman Ariola said. “Not having lifeguards posted on some of the busiest beaches of the peninsula is nothing short of negli-

gent, and it will lead to a death unless something is done to rectify the situation. I am publicly imploring the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to post lifeguards on the beaches near the Beach 97th and Beach 106th Street concessions – beaches which are currently ‘closed to swimming’ – before we need to see another young face posted on the cover of the newspaper under a headline of ‘Gone Too Soon.’ Several weeks ago, in conversations with Parks Department leadership, we discussed plans to potentially keep those beaches open for swimming on the weekend. I think that it’s time we revisit those plans, so that lifeguards will be on the beaches during the weekends when crowds grow to unmanageable numbers but off-duty during the less busy weekdays when construction is being done.”

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A Memorial Day to Remember By Katie McFadden

On Monday, May 30, before enjoying the beautiful holiday beach day, many came out to pay their respects to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for this country, at the annual Rockaway Memorial Day Parade and ceremonies. This year’s events were even more significant as Memorial Circle was rededicated for its 75th anniversary. Monday’s services began with a Mass at St. Francis de Sales in Belle Harbor, followed by a brief ceremony outside at the Four Chaplain’s monument. The parade followed shortly after, with members of the American Legion Daniel M. O’Connell Post 272 leading the way, followed by the Knights of Columbus, Channel View School for Research and its marching band, Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 21, St. Francis de Sales honoring L.Cpl, Michael Glover, a group honoring Lt. James B. Egan, a group honoring PFC John P. McGonigal, Cub Scout Troop 147 and more. The parade proceeded down Rockaway Beach Boulevard to Memorial Circle for the next ceremony. The ceremony at Memorial Circle cation of Memorial Circle on the was even more notable than usual park’s 75th anniversary. American this year as it served as a rededi- Legion member and veteran Mike Honan led the ceremony, thanking Parade Chairman Jim Trainor for arranging the parade and the Belle Harbor Garden Club (BHGC) which in 1947, was able to get NYC Parks to dedicate the space as Memorial Circle. One member of the BHGC, Rosemary, spoke on behalf of the group, explaining the park’s origins. “In 1947, the Belle Harbor Garden

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Club designed and planned this tribute to honor these young men who left their homes and families in Rockaway that died in lands far away. At this Memorial Circle rededication, we pay tribute to the service members of our community who have given their lives for our country,” she said. She thanked Maureen Walsh and Jeanette Bernstein, members of the BHGC and Lisena Garden Center for helping make the recent revitalization of the park possible. Honan also

thanked those in the community who made donations towards the renovation. Honan then honored the parade grand marshal, Army veteran Norman Lunde, who due to illness, could not attend. He also paid respects to the late Larry Eichen, a WWII Navy veteran, who on behalf of the Jewish War Veterans, would attend the ceremony each year and read the names of Rockaway’s fallen servicemembers. Eichen passed away earlier this year. This year, the honor of reading the names was given to Rabbi Matt Carl of Temple Beth-El, where Eichen was a congregant. Prior to the reading of the names, Honan presented Rabbi Carl with a special keepsake. While the renovation of Memorial Circle took place this year, Lisena unearthed one of the original plaques from 1947 dedicated to Lt. Bernard H. Weiner, for which the local Jewish War Veterans post is named. All of the name plaques were replaced around 25 years ago, so Honan said to find an original plaque for Lt. Weiner, was “serendipity.” He presented the plaque to Rabbi Carl for safekeeping at Temple Beth-El. Rabbi Carl then read the names of the fallen. Honan reminded the crowd to remember the 645,000 American servicemembers who have died since WWI and the ceremony concluded with a wreath laying at Memorial Circle. Then, for the first time in years, the parade regrouped and continued to the Doughboy and Doughgirl monuments on Beach 94th Street, where another ceremony was held, concluding the Memorial Day events.

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Wrong Note Dear Editor: On the front page of last week's Rockaway Times you wished everyone a "Happy" Memorial Day. It's supposed to be a Day of Remembrance of those who fought and lost their lives to protect us. I'm sure it was just an oversight using the word "Happy" to describe the Holiday. That being said, I hope everyone remembered those lost. Sharon Gabriel

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Dear Editor: We are once again confronted with unlawful behavior by Parks management under the supervision of Queens Commissioner Michael Dockett. Parks says that motorized vehicles, other than wheelchairs and their Parks vehicles, are prohibited on the boardwalk. Even police cars are prohibited, they claim. The only problem with their claim is that is not the law. In New York State, we have a law titled the Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL). The VTL supersedes every other state and local law regarding the use of motor vehicles and motorcycles. Among other things, it adopts the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). The MUTCD has some very simple requirements for regulatory signs. They must be retro-reflectorized; They must have black text on a white background; The sign must be posted 7' above its base (pavement, etc.). The black on yellow signs that

Parks has posted meet none of these requirements. Further, the NYC Administrative Code provision that Parks relies on does not prohibit motor vehicles, properly registered motorcycles, or bikes with maximum speeds below 15 mph from use of the boardwalk. And it relies on suits in Civil Court, not issuing summonses for enforcement. The real question is, why wasn't Mike Dockett, who previously headed he Parks Enforcement Patrol (Park Police), fired years ago? Eugene Falik

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For decades, they devoted time, effort and support to HeartShare Human Services of New York, guided by their philosophy to “Do the right thing” for those less fortunate or in need. In so doing, they passed the love and faith that was central to their lives on to others. When Jimmy passed in 2010, Kathleen, though heartbroken, continued on the path they started together, spending her time with family and loved ones, praying for her children and grandchildren at daily Mass, supporting her dear friends through illnesses, and most of all, giving back. Her life was a testament to the commitment she and Jimmy had to each other and to the values they lived. Jimmy, Christine and Kathy Ann carry on their parents' work for the greater good You can honor Kathleen's love and her devotion to helping vulnerable New Yorkers by registering for the 2022 Buckley's–Kenne-

dy's 5K Charity Run or by being a sponsor. To register for the run or for information about sponsorships, see: www.heartshare.org/ event/buckeysrun/ From now through June 9, early bird registration if $30. Starting June 10, it’s $40. Youth runners (18 and younger) are $20. An in-person registration will take place on Friday, June 10 at Buckley’s Restaurant in Brooklyn (2926 Ave S) from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. or at Kennedy’s Restaurant in Breezy Point (406 Bayside) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., on Saturday, June 11 at Buckley’s from noon to 8 p.m. and Kennedy’s from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. or on the day of the race from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. near the start line. The race will take place starting at Hero Rd. near Roxbury, down Rockaway Point Blvd. to Breezy Point Blvd and will finish at Point Breeze Ave. near Kennedy’s. For those who would like to attend the post-race Family Fun Picnic without running, registration is $25 or $35 with a t-shirt.

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WISH of Rockaway would like to thank everyone who attended or bought a ticket to our annual fundraiser and our first luau. This fundraiser will continue our efforts to help others in the community. WISH would like to send a special thank you to the following people and businesses for their continued generosity: The Owners and Staff at Bungalow Bar Al and Peggy DeMatteis Family Foundation Paddy Tubbz Lauren Hawk “Hawkeye Photography” Meg McLaughlin “Aunt Meg’s Desserts”

Best Dressed Katy Grey and Matt Dory 2022 Community Service Scholarship Winners Summer Duffy and Craig Palisi being awarded the scholarship winners with previous year’s winners MIDN LT Connor Bradwisch and Nicole Moran Everyone loved the luau and the Luau dancers from Dragonfly Productions To advertise in THE ROCKAWAY TIMES call 718-634-3030

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SLICE OF LIFE By Beth Hanning

Beach Etiquette Part 2 Thank you so much for all of your emails this past week. Special shout out to Eamon and Maureen Charles for sending me an old Belle Harbor Property Owners sign that states, “Please wear robe to and from beach.” Everyone seems to be on the same page with people needing beach etiquette. I just want to note

these rules are for everyone, not just our visitors. I just am so happy we had beautiful weather this weekend! Rule 4: PDAs. Our beach is a public beach, not a private beach on a romantic getaway. You may hold hands but do not make out in the water or on your blanket. I have seen women straddling

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their partner on their blanket, on a weekend! Last summer I saw much worse but this is a family newspaper. Thanks. Rule 5: As far as beach umbrellas go, we do not want someone to get impaled while trying to enjoy a sunny day at the beach. I understand skin cancer and sunburn are a factor in you wanting to sit underneath the shade, but you need to put in some effort. Dig a hole and make sure it is securely in the sand. It does take some effort. If you need help, ask. I am sure each beach has an umbrella guru. We have plenty. Rule 6: Do not change your clothes on the beach. Walk to the nearest restroom and change out of your bathing suit into the attire you wish to wear for your commute home. No one wants to see this. Also, do not take a full shower with soap and shampoo at the showers on the boardwalk. Those showers are for cleaning off the sand, not your full body shower. Rule 7: This rule is not really for the beach but it applies to walk-

The Rockaway Times ing around the streets and in the neighborhood businesses. Shirts and shoes are not optional. Put them on. I do not care if you are thin and can rock the look, many of you cannot. This rule especially goes into effect after dark. I saw a young lady yesterday at dusk in great shape in a string bikini and very small denim shorts that were unbuttoned to show her also extremely small string bikini bottom. There were quite a few interesting outfits Monday at The Bungalow Bar. Rule 8: Do not feed the seagulls… We locals call them the beach rats. Would you feed a rat on the subway? I do not think so. Please do not leave food around as it will attract the beach rats. Also, be careful with your food they will eat it right out of your hand. I had a seagull take a full slice of pizza off a plate as I was passing it to my daughter. Have a great week everyone. Email me @Mrshanning308@ gmail.com.

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APTS FOR RENT

Beach 111 St- Modern two bedroom w one bath. CAC. $2,100

Beach 117 St-Renovated one bedroom on third floor. No parking. $1,450 Beach 126 St-Light and airy one bedroom, seasonal parking $1,700

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ROCKAWAY BEACH SUMMER RENTAL Three bedrooms, 2 bath apt in the heart of all the action. A/C, huge kitchen and tons of living space. $6,000/month. Call for details Summer Rental-Studio Use of yard. Memorial Day thru Labor Day $8000

HOUSE FOR RENT

July & August Entire house of five bedrooms, pvt drive, use of yard and porch. $20,000

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P 718.945.2411

NEPONSIT REALTY inc NEW LISTING

COOP

OCEANFRONT COOP with TERRACE

SOLD

Call Susan to schedule an appt. 347 260 3891 $585,000

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REDUCED

Lovely TWO bedroom, totally renovated, new floors with sound proof flooring in the living room, beautiful kitchen, stainless steel appliances, new bath, new doors, molding, lighting. Low maintenance! Ocean views from every room.

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COMING SOON

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$1.2M

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COMMERCIAL RENTAL

Mid Century ranch on an oversized 1.25 acre, 3000 sq. ft with potential to triple in size. This home features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, sprawling layout, finished basement, lush landscaping and flower gardens. Close to Nature Preserve, Parks, & Museum of Fine Arts. Amazing place to raise a family….come see for yourself. Listed: $2.950,000. Call Geri 917 751 8476

Broad Channel 700 sq. ft. $2,100 Call Bronagh 718-877-6324

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HOUSE RENTALS

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SUMMER RENTALS

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APT RENTALS

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Mary Beth Meade 347-426-8002

Sean Fitzgerald Direct 917-860-6701 Coastalfitz@gmail.com Licensed Broker/Principal

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

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COMING SOON. Contact Us To Be Added To Our Walkthrough List BELLE HARBOR NEW CONSTRUCTION LEGAL TWO FAMILY. Two duplex apartments. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and two full baths, gas fireplaces, laundry. Central Air throughout. Hardwood floors, Electric Vehicle Charge ready. Private driveway.

Arverne By The Sea “The Nautilus” Building

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo. Private Terrace with Ocean and Bay Views.

Offered at $380,000

Beach 109th St.

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Winterized Bungalow. Two BR, 1 Bath with sleeping loft. Offered at $360,000 Belle Harbor

SOLD

Newly Renovated One Bedroom, One Bath, Hardwood Floors, Quiet Building Private Terrace. Indoor and Outdoor Parking Available.

Offered at $285,000

Rockaway Park Multiple Dwelling 12 units on 80x100 lot, PS 114 S/DBeach block with two driveways $1,300,000

Belle Harbor Fully Renovated Colonial. 3 BR, 3 Full Bath on tree lined street. 40x100 lot. Wood Burning Fireplace, OLDH/W floors throughout. S Great front porch, new back deck. Yard with room for a pool. Pvt Drive Call for a private walk through. Offered at $1,275,000

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BELLE HARBOR SCHOOL DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE

416 BEACH 123RD STREET SUNDAY, JUNE 5TH 1:00PM - 2:30PM

EXCLUSIVE

E H TAT IT W L ES R KE REA RO RO B I CO HAP S N BI RO

One family home. Needs TLC, Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two porches, plus basement, garage, share driveway. $799K

COMMERCIAL RENTALS

E H TAT IT W L ES R KE REA RO RO B I CO HAP S N BI RO

Beach 116th Street Office for rent 500sqft, $1000/mo

Bh - 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bath Colonial on 42 x 100 lot. Large flr, dr, eik, finished basement suite, long private dw, one car garage $1,299M

ROCKAWAY BEACH TWO BUNGALOW'S (FRONT/REAR)

Renovated 2 bedroom over 2 bedroom plus a studio apt. Parking for 6 cars. Great Investment. $1.2 M

BH HOUSE RENTAL OPEN HOUSE

455 BEACH 133RD ST SUNDAY, JUNE 5TH • 1:00PM - 2:30PM

One family 40x100, all brick, 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, wbfp, gorgeous new basement. Parking for 4 cars. $1,299M

B.129TH STREET SHOPPING DISTRICT

Only one left. 1800sqft new build. $6,000/MO

Rockaway Beach - 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, beach block............ $2500 Rockaway Beach - 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, all renovated......... $2700

BROAD CHANNEL NEW EXCLUSIVE One of a kind, all newly renovated, private dock in the rear. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, flr, dr, move in condition. Asking $799K

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197 BEACH 126TH STREET SUNDAY, JUNE 5TH 1:00PM - 2:30PM

Two family in the front and one family in the rear. Water and taxes are shared. Owner will hold partial mortgage note. $714K Firm.

SUMMER RENTALS

BH - 3 rooms, beautifully furnished. $11,000 for the Season RB - Beach 97th Street. 6 rooms, 2 baths $17,000 for the Season RB - adorable bungalow - full season, Memorial Day to Labor Day $10K

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BH Studio Beach Block w/parking..................................$1200 Belle Harbor - 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, porch and garage....... $2,500 Rockaway Park Beach 102nd St - 2 bed/2bath, parking..................$2,000 Belle Harbor - 3 rooms beach block.......................................$1,600

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Cara Michaels, Salesperson e com Wel ean S

Sean McNamara, Salesperson

BH - 4 bed, 3 1/2 bath Colonial on 42x100 lot Large flr, dr, eik, finished basement suite, long Pvt dw, one car garage $1,299M

IVE LTY LUS R REA C X O -E B CO E HAR LL E B /

BEACH BLOCK PROPERTIES

OPEN HOUSE • 197 BEACH 126TH STREET SUNDAY, JUNE 5TH • 1PM - 2:30PM

NEPONSIT BEACH BLOCK

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US XCL

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OVERSIZED LEGAL THREE ON BEACH BLOCK

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Two adjacent houses. BH beach block, on 120x100 $3.9M Call for details

Renovated 2 bedroom over 2 bedroom plus a studio apt. Parking for 6 cars. Great Investment. $1.200M

Beach block duplex condo

IV LUS

Legal 3 on 80x100 beach block • 3 bedrooms EXC 1 1/2 bath ground floor • 2 bedrooms 1 bath • Plus 1 bedroom third floor • Tons of parking! Private by Lots of potential - needs tlc $1.399M

THREE FAMILY ON BEACH BLOCK - 60X100

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2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath with open layoutss appliances, finished basement plus private landscaped backyard and pkg. $799k

BH - LEGAL 2 CORNER WITH MINT ONE BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR APT. OWNER HAS 6 BEDROOMS 4 BATHS ON 2 FULL FLOORS, ONE CAR GARAGE, BACKYARD AND PVT PARKING IVE LUS C X NEEDS WORK, HUGE POTENTIAL $1.3M E

RENTALS House for Rent One block to the beach, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room, dining room, eat in kitchen and finished basement. $4800

Summer Rental - Large renovated 5 bedroom home, one block to the beach $40,000

BH House for Rent 3 bedroom 3 bath large home with eik, dr, den, finished basement, private driveway and garage. $5000

APARTMENTS B B B B

100TH St. - Mint 3 bed 2 bath............................................................................ $2700 111TH St. - Mint 2 bedroom, 1 bath second floor............................................ $2100 124th St. - 3 bed, 3 bath duplex condo, 2 decks, garage and pkg spot .......... $3200 126th St. - large one bedroom ( 3 fl) heat, summer pkg Inc ............................. $1800

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Lic. Broker-Owner: Lisa JacksonLic. Associate Brokers: Barbara Ferguson • Nia Casilla • Colleen Brady Lic. RE Agents: Joseph Magiera • Zachary Plattner • Tracy Czik • Carol Feintisch Samantha Benanti • Robert Matos • Kayla-Ann Healy • Jack Brandes

417 Beach 129th Street • (718) 634-3134 • 217 Beach 116th Street

BELLE HARBOR OCEANFRONT MASTERPIECE WITH MODERN FLAIR!

LUXURY AND STYLE DOWN TO THE VERY LAST DETAIL

THREE JAW-DROPPING OCEANFRONT BEDROOMS

FLOOR TO CEILING GLASS W/ ELECTRONIC WINDOW SHADES

Exceptional beach facing home with dawn to dusk sun exposure! - $2,995,000

HANDS DOWN - THIS BEACH BLOCK HOME IS A MOVE WORTH MAKING!

UPPER BELLE HARBOR - 60'x 100'

HIGH-END CHEF'S KITCHEN

SALT WATER HEATED POOL

This unique and impressive 4 BR home is a rare find! - $2,540,000

BELLE HARBOR Prime real estate - Beach 129th. Bring your ideas to fruition. $3,695,000

LAND FOR SALE

ROCKAWAY PARK

ARVERNE Huge Money Maker! Fully renovated, 9 BR, 5 bath multi-family. $1,495,000

ROCKAWAY BEACH BELLE HARBOR - 30' x 100' - FAR.75

Luxurious 1BR, 1 bath, SECOND FROM THE BEACH!!!! Quarts counters, wood floors, Custom build your dreamy 2,250 sq. ft. beach home. This is outdoor terrace. $629,000 the only vacant property available. Act now!! $600,000

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BEACH BLOCK, brand new contruction, 1 BR, 1 bath at the Surf House. $440,000

Broad Channel Homes for Sale - Call Colleen Brady - (917) 288-4180

BROAD CHANNEL Newly built in 2019, bright and sunny 3 BR, 1.5 bath, low flood insurance. $689,000

R UNDE

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BROAD CHANNEL

The perfect R A C T layout everyone desires. Vaulted ceiling, 2 BR's, 1.5 baths. $590,000

Brand New Everything! Views of the canal, 3 BR, 2 baths w/ central air. $550,000

BROAD CHANNEL

T Updated ranch with R A Craised 3 BR, 1 bath. Covered back deck. $550,000

PRICE JUST REDUCED! 2 BR, 1 bath, EIK and quaint backyard. $439,000

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417 Beach 129th Street • (718) 634-3134 • 217 Beach 116th Street

OPEN HOUSE

MOTIVATED SELLER - 45' x 100' CORNER LOT

MASSIVE PRICE REDUCTION!

BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION - 76' x 100'

402 Beach 134th · Saturday, 6/4 · 12-1:30pm Gorgeous modern finishes, chef's kitchen, fireplace, 3 BR plus another in the fin. bsmt., private parking. $1,345,000

457 Beach 145th · Sunday, 6/5 · 12-1:30pm Deceptively large 5 BR, 4 bath home with all the bells & whistles! Don't Miss Out! $1,330,000

OPEN HOUSE

2512 Bessemund Ave · Sunday, 6/5 · 12-1:30pm Gorgeous Kosher Kitchen, 4 BRs, 4.5 baths, full finished basement and a HUGE lot. A must see!!!!! $999,000

ST G FIROWIN

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OCEANFRONT W/ OVER 1,085 SQ.FT OF LIVING SPACE

MOTIVATED SELLER - PRESENT ALL OFFERS!

BOARDWALK BUILDING!

101-06 Shore Front · Sat., 6/4 · 11:30am -1:15pm 79-14 Rockaway Beach Blvd (5H) · Sat, 6/4 · 2-3:30 129 Beach 118 St (2J) · Sun, 6/5 · 11am-12:30pm Large 2 BR, 2 bath oceanfront apartment with deeded 2 BR, 2 bath condo with private balcony and views of Beautiful Rockaway Park studio in an oceanfront parking and storage room. Priced to sell! $599,000 both the Bay and Ocean!! $369,000 building. Come take a look!! $189,000 th

NEW TO MARKET

THE OCEAN GRANDE

ROCKAWAY PARK

THREE ARVERNE BY THE SEA HOMES

ROCKAWAY PARK

Beach Block Legal 3 , 4 BR, 3 bath, pvt. parking. Call for rent roll and details. $1,234,000

Income Producing legal 2 family. Two Available starting at $1,150,000 Legal 1 family stunner. $1,179,000

Vacant Land, thriving hot location, FAR .2, zoned R5D, C13 overlay. $999,000

BREEZY POINT

OCEANFRONT CONDO

NEW TO MARKET

Spacious living space, 4 BR, 2 bath, HW floors, outdoor deck, skylights. $899,000

Only 3BR, 2 bath Oceanfront on the market. A must see! $889,000

Arverne, legal 2 family, 5 BR, 2.5 bath, large backyard & pvt. parking. $859,000

ROCKAWAY PARK

BELLE HARBOR

Large 2BR, 2 bath with balcony and deeded parking. $599,000

Calling all beach lovers! Oceanfront 1 BR with ocean and city views. $375,000

Newly renovated 1 BR with an insanely huge private rooftop deck. $289,000

PENTHOUSE - 3 BEDROOM

FOR RENT

B. 125: 4BR, 2BA unit with updated kitchen and large private terrace (NC) . . . . $8,500

B. 98: Newly renovated 3BR, 2BA apt. w/ tiled kitchen and bathrooms (SB) . . . . $2,350

B. 117: SUMMER RENTAL spacious and bright 2BR, 1BA apartment (TC) . . . . . . $3,500

B. 79: 2BR, 1BA condo unit w/ SS appliances, granite counters & terrace (JM) . . . $2,200

B. 96: New 1BR, 1BA condo w/ radiant heat floors & private rooftop cabana (ZP). . . . $3,000

B. 111: Beach block 2BR, 2BA w/ HW floors, W/D hookup & split AC units (CB) . . $2,100

B. 127: 3BR, 2BA apt with HW floors, EIK and private terrace (ZP). . . . . . . . . . . $2,900

B. 111: Beach block 2BR, 1BA, HW floors, split AC units & W/D hookup (CB). . . . $2,100

B. 60: 3BR, 1BA apt in multi-family home. 3rd floor walk up (SB) . . . . . . . . . . . $2,850

Broad Channel: Recently renovated 2BR, 1BA apt w/ SS appliances and W/D (JB). . . $2,100

B. 22: 3BR, 1BA apt in multi-family home. Close to public transportation (SB). . . $2,850

B. 123: Renovated 1BR, 1BA apt., SS appliances, summer parking and yard (JM) . $1,850 To advertise in THE ROCKAWAY TIMES call 718-634-3030

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(718) 945-9267

Laurice Keating

Heaven's a little closer in a house by the Sea

Owner Broker

OPEN HOUSE • Friday June 3rd | 5pm - 7pm 141-07 Beach Channel Drive

Neponsit Exclusive New to Market Enjoy Sunsets on the Bay Everyday! A rare find - Legal three family great income producing home with views galore Priced to sell $1.2M

OPEN HOUSE • Sunday June 5th • 1:30pm - 3:00pm 327 Beach 149th Street Neponsit Beautifully renovated all brick ranch style home on 45x100 property lot. This home is truly Turn Key!! With 17 foot vaulted ceilings huge ledge stone gas fireplace large livingroom formal dining room EIK/w all stainless steel appliances one large white carrera marble bathroom. Trek decking around entire house one car garage/studio apt pvt driveway secluded backyard Great Home. Must see!!!! $999,999K

EXCLUSIVE NEW TO MARKET

Spacious Newly renovated Ground ﬂoor corner apt two bedrooms one and a half baths large living room formal dining room Outdoor terrace one car parking Beautiful views of the Bay and City skyline. Asking $369,000

IN CONTRACT Co-Broke with Remax/Melissa Carrington Renovated multi family on beach block in Rockaway Park. This unit is perfect for an income generating apartment or for extended family. Each unit has separate gas & electric meters. , A train, free shuttle to the new NYC ferry & 25 min to JFK.

BELLE HARBOR APT

Immediate Occupancy, Three bedroom apt, two full bathrooms, Dining room, living room, EIK, terrace, parking available. $2,900 per/mo.

BELLE HARBOR PHOTO SHY

House For Sale – Legal Two Family on a corner property 40X100. Call for further details......$1.325M

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Lorraine Tom

Sales Agent, Title Closer

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THURSDAY, June 2, 2022 SHERRY CALAMIA SALES AGENT 646-465-2863

OPEN HOUSE 220 Beach 141st Street Saturday, 6/4 12pm - 2pm.

NEW TO MARKET $1.1M Welcome to one of the best blocks in Upper Belle Harbor! This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large 2nd ﬂ terrace, open concept living room, and dining room. Large EIK. ﬁn. bsmt. and so much more!

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OPEN HOUSE Neponsit SUNDAY, JUNE 5th • 12PM - 2PM 463 Beach 142nd Street

This beautiful Neponsit home features a large open first floor with a kitchen, living room with a gas stone fireplace, dining room, a large bedroom, and a 3/4 bath. The second floor consists of 2 large bedrooms and a newly renovated full bath. There is a fully finished basement with a 3/4 bath. Additional amenities include a beautiful sunny enclosed porch with lots of windows, a private driveway with a garage, parking for 4 cars, and a sprinkler system. George L. Clark Realtors, Inc. 155 Avenue U, Brooklyn NY 11223 (718) 266-3900

Asking $1,200,000

Joanie Clark 917) 715-8106

Kristin Franchock (917) 860-1833

Linda Humphrey (718) 288-3403

HOUSE WANTED Young couple seeks home above 120 Street, any condition. Private driveway a must! Can show proof of funds and pre approval for mortgage.

Contact Clare at 347-432-0119 Contact me today to see how you could save on your auto, home and flood! Patrick Hanning, Financial Professional

Call: 718-945-0444 Email: patrick.hanning@prudential.com Visit: 114-12 Beach Channel Drive Rockaway Park, NY 11694

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Arjun Medical Group 114-12 Beach Channel drive Rockaway Park NY 11694 Suite 3

Business Hours: 9AM - 5PM | Monday - Friday telephone: 212-888-2222, fax: 212 532 9999 Website: https://dr.inc/

HOUSE CALLS | PCMH | DPP CERTIFIED | URGENT CARE | SPECIALTY CARE Areas of Specialty GENERAL HEALTH Not feeling well or just need an annual exam? We do it all! We also perform sports physicals and referrals for injuries. Whether you're sick or only need some routine maintenance, we're here for you! TELEHEALTH SERVICES Sometimes there are obstacles to coming into a medical office, but help is still available. Our doctors can meet you over a HIPAA compliant connection. Same day appointments available! PCMH: Patient Centered Medical Home DPP: Diabetes Prevention Program

WE CAN PROVIDE FREE ASSISTANCE WITH: - Legal, Immigration, & Housing Assistance - Conﬂict Resolution & Mediation Services - Domestic Violence & Healthy Relationships Programming - Weekly Food Distributions ...AND MORE.

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From Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge WHAT’S IN A NAME? ROCKAWAY: A PENINSULA OCCUPIED (PART 1) By John C. Harris, Ranger at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

America’s National Parks are portals to the past. With that, my goal for this What’s in a Name? series is to explore how places around Jamaica Bay were named and to connect that story with what we do here in the Jamaica Bay Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area. Let’s start with the obvious choice: Rockaway! Easy enough—it’s the name in the paper, but it also provides a chance to acknowledge the Indigenous community from whom our community draws its name. According to Native Land Digital—an Indigenous led project through which Indigenous communities, “represent themselves and their histories on their own terms”—the Rockaway peninsula is part of the traditional territories of two Indigenous nations. The Lekawe, meaning “sandy place;” and the Canarsie, meaning “fenced in community.” It is likely that both groups used resources from the bay as a source of nutrients and to support their economies through trade. Both nations were subgroups of the larger Munsee speaking Lenape Tribe, meaning “Original People.” The name Rockaway is a corruption of the name Lekawe. It is among many exonyms, or names given to a group of people which they don’t use to identify themselves, that define how we now understand the landscape today. According to Jeffrey A. Kroessler’s New York Year by Year, colonial occupation of the Rockaway Peninsula came by way of two fraught exchanges in the 17th century. Both of which were brokered in part by the same Indigenous representative, Tackapausha, who himself was a Canarsie sachem, or leader. The

boroughs and here on the Rockaway peninsula. In many ways the history of the Rockaway Peninsula is the history of America. However, the 11mile barrier peninsula also plays an important environmental role in the ecology of Jamaica Bay. It divides the Bay’s 10,000-acre estuary from the Atlantic Ocean which provides a unique ecosystem to be contained within a metropolis. The NPS is proud to steward this home to key species like the horseshoe crab, diamond back terrapin, and osprey. Read next week’s “What’s in a Name? Rockaway Pt 2” to explore the history of Jacob Riis Park which is home to two endanScreenshot from Native Land Digital. gered species! (John Harris is a seasonal infirst exchange occurred in 1643 exact trajectories of their possi- terpretive ranger at Jamaica Bay and led to the establishment of ble descendants in modern day Wildlife Refuge) the Hempstead settlement and incorporated the peninsula. The Village of Hempstead now acknowledges that that deed was valued at less than $100 in today’s money. Then in 1685, Tackapausha, with Paman, the Lekawe sachem, sold the sparsely populated peninsula to Captain John Palmer for 30 Pounds Sterling on the grounds that it was not part of the first deal. Overtime, portions of the peninsula were merged into Greater New York until the entirety of the landmass was incorporated as part of Queens with the 1898 consolidation of New York City’s 2010 Census Data for American Indian/Alaska Native Population in New York boroughs. City. From Urban Indian Health Institute. Despite centuries of settler colonial development of the Rock- New York City and Long Island. away Peninsula the memory of Today, the Lenape Center in the Lekawe lived on. In 1888, a Manhattan relays that the Lenape memorial to Culluloo Telewa- diaspora includes five federally na—the supposed “last repre- recognized nations residing in sentative of the Rockaway Tribe” Oklahoma, Wisconsin, and Onwho died in 1818—was erected tario. Despite these factors, 2010 in present day Woodmere, Long census data sourced from the Island. Unfortunately, due to the Urban Indian Health Institute MAIL@ROCKAWAYTIMES.COM expulsion of the Lekawe from the reveals the modern presence of land, it is difficult to pinpoint the Indigenous folks throughout the

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Rockaway Market Street On Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., head under the elevated A train track at Beach 60th for an outdoor market including vendors such as: Blacksmith’s Breads, Edgemere Farm, Horman’s Best Pickles, Mushroom Queens, Rockaway Soda, Saratoga Peanut Butter Company, and more! Live music. Clare Droesch Street renaming On Saturday, June 4 at 11 a.m., head to the intersection of Cronston Ave and Beach 134th Street to celebrate a street renaming in honor of Clare Droesch, a basketball legend who made a big difference in the community in her short life. Horseshoe Crab Festival On Saturday, June 4 at 11 a.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for the 6th annual Horseshoe Crab Festival! During the full and new moons of May and June,

female horseshoe crabs come in Jamaica Bay to lay eggs – a crucial food source for migrating shorebirds. During this festival you’ll see experts handle live horseshoe crabs and learn about their important ecological and medicinal values. For more information, call (718) 318-4340. Irish Festival The AOH Irish Festival is next weekend, June 4 and 5, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. both days at St. Camillus’ lot on Beach 100th and Shore Front. Bands, vendors, rides and face painting for kids, etc. $15 for adults, tickets at the gate. Kids 12 and under are free.

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Hatha Yoga with Soupy On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting May 9, head to Beach 102nd at 8:30 a.m. for yoga on the beach with Kevin Soupy Campbell.

Fundraiser for Preterm Babies On Sunday, June 5, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., head to124 Beach 62nd Street in Arverne to shop from local clothing, décor, food vendors and more, and buy raffle tickets for some nice prizes. All proceeds are in honor of baby Josie and support Project Sweet Peas.

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Shape Up NYC: Cardio Punch Every Saturday through June 25, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., join at Beach 59th Street and the boardwalk for a free Cardio Punch fitness class presented by NYC Parks. Bring a towel and water. Wildﬂower Wednesdays Every Wednesday through June 8 at 3 p.m., head to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge to embark on a quest to spot and welcome all the blooms that Jamaica Bay has to offer. Allages are welcome. This is an all-weather walk, so dress for the conditions. Space is limited, so register by calling 718318-4320. Got events? Send an email to katie@rockawaytimes.com with details for consideration to be listed.

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We Can Move Mountains I have never been so grateful to pause in community, to hold space with one another and open to the wisdom and insight that comes when we sit quietly. My mantra this week—may you feel loved, may you feel blessed. Difficult for so many to quell the tears and sadness in the wake of such violence. So, we breathe together, we send loving kindness to ourselves and all beings everywhere. We look to contribute in any way or form that will help ease the overwhelming

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moves towards positive changes. How can we become wiser, more aware, balanced, and loving? Ahimsa means non-violence. It is one of the principles we practice on our yoga mats. To have selflove and respect for yourself is where it begins. Speak lovingly and kindly to yourself and bring this to others. Have compassion for yourself and all beings. Go out in nature and take great care of preserving our beautiful earth. Above all treat everyone with kindness and consideration. We are all in this together. Let us join hands and be the force that works from a loving, kind heart space. Imagine a world where we could all feel safe and be the change for our future generations to live in peace and harmony. I pray to God to help us. "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I'll meet you there. When the soul lies down in that grass, the world is too full to talk about. Ideas, language, even the phrase 'each other' doesn't make any sense." ~ Rumi

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Throughout human history, epidemics and pandemics have resulted in untold suffering, localized reductions in population size, and damaged economies. Often, economic harm has caused greater loss of well-being than the infection itself. There are different categories of infectious diseases. They include: Pandemic – an epidemic that spreads between countries (e.g., Covid-19 was an epidemic when it was limited to China, with global spread it became a pandemic); Epidemic – sudden increase in cases above the expected incidence in a region where the disease is not permanently prevalent and is spreading from person to person; Endemic – infection that is maintained at baseline level in a geographic area; the infectious agent

is always present in the population; Outbreak – greater-than-anticipated increase in the number of cases of an endemic illness; if not quickly controlled, an outbreak can become an epidemic; Cluster – increase above the number of expected cases in a place or time period; Sporadic disease – disease that occurs infrequently and irregularly. The development and widespread acceptance of vaccines is crucial in controlling disease caused by pathogenic organisms, especially those that acquire the capability of efficient human-to-human transmission. Despite the overwhelming evidence of safety, vaccines have been associated with a small degree of untoward reactions, even when the vaccine is properly manufactured, handled, and administered. Randomized, controlled clinical trials (RCTs) offer the most direct evidence of vaccine safety and efficacy, yet a vaccine that has been shown to be safe in RCTs may be as-

sociated with an adverse event that does not occur until millions of doses have been administered. For example, consider that the incidence of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) after administration seasonal flu vaccine is so low (estimated at less than 1 case of GBS per million doses of flu vaccine administered) that the available data does not permit a firm conclusion as to whether the vaccine causes GBS. Also consider, however, that because GBS also occurs as a complication of influenza, the overall risk of GBS may be lower in those who are vaccinated than in those who are not. Because vaccines are neither 100% safe nor 100% effective at preventing disease, some people will misunderstand the relative risks and benefits of vaccination. The data shows that almost all severe adverse events reported after vaccination reflect a temporal association that is due to coincidence. The true cause of a serious adverse event is almost always attributable to an unrelated factor

that would have occurred in the absence of vaccination but may be difficult to identify. A perfect case in point was the observation that in some children, symptoms of autism were noted to begin at about the age the first measles vaccine was administered, or about 12 to 15 months. This observation was interpreted incorrectly to support an autism – measles vaccine link. This association was thoroughly debunked. For the first time in 2020, the CDC and FDA together issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for Covid-19. This occurred because Covid-19 was recognized as a pandemic for which no vaccine was available. The vaccine became available after initial trials. The EUA was permissible based on the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act of 2005. Looking ahead, vaccines will be the best way to protect us from future epidemics. Questions and comments may be sent to editor@rockawaytimes.com.

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ELECTION LAWSUIT NEWS AT DAYTON BECH PARK On Wednesday, May 25, a Queens Supreme Court judge dismissed the lawsuit brought by the Dayton Beach Park board of directors against the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) that had resulted in an election of directors at the co-op being postponed indefinitely. According to a press release by attorney, Mike Scala, it has been several years since an election was conducted at Dayton Beach Park. In October 2018, the board sued HPD over the way voter eligibility was to be determined and convinced a Manhattan judge to issue an injunction preventing the vote from proceeding during the lengthy litigation process. This resulted in the current board remaining in power and free to make decisions over the co-op's operations without residents having a say.

A group of resident shareholders, represented by Scala, filed their own lawsuit seeking to enforce the residents' rights. This separate action, brought in Queens, alleged mismanagement and instances of self-dealing by board members, including in the way shareholders were being denied the vote. A venue battle ensued: with two related cases pending in different counties, should they be

heard in Manhattan or in Queens? The shareholders won the battle, and both cases were assigned to Queens. According to Scala, the shareholders had Dayton Beach Park's corporate counsel removed from their matter, as he was representing the board against shareholders. The shareholders successfully argued it was a conflict of interest for the co-op's attorney, who is supposed to represent the entire corporation, to oppose them. Following delays caused by COVID-19, Queens Supreme Court judge Tracy Catapano-Fox on Wednesday dismissed the board's case. In her decision, she wrote that the board did not meet its burden of proving HPD acted in

an arbitrary and capricious manner in setting election parameters. Consequently, the stay is lifted and an election of directors can legally proceed. Scala said, this is a major win for the residents of Dayton Beach Park, though shareholders warn that the election must be freely and fairly held. Patricia J. McCabe, shareholder and resident said, "Perhaps now we can be a democracy again and not a dictatorship. All shareholders should have a say in what happens in our home." "We knew Queens was the appropriate venue for this fight and we applaud the judge's decision," added Scala. "The people of Dayton Beach Park have been through too much already. Now we need to make sure everyone who is eligible can vote and that a fair election takes place." Scala stated he was hopeful the residents would get the chance to speak at the ballot box and further judicial intervention would not be necessary.

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BC Marks Memorial Day Story and Photos By Dan Guarino

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QUESTIONS, QUESTIONS, QUESTIONS By Eric Jayden

This week we answer the questions sent in by you our loyal readers. The first question comes from David H. in Rockaway Park, and he said, "I don't know what to make about the MJF and Tony Khan situation in AEW. Is it real or just a storyline?" David, I always tell wrestling fans to stop overthinking what happens in wrestling and just enjoy what is being performed for your entertainment. MJF and Tony Khan currently don't see eye to eye and it's going to be interesting to see what further develops from their situation. The second question comes from Jerome M. in Far Rockaway and he

asked, "I'm excited about CM Punk winning the AEW Championship, what are your thoughts?" Jerome, I am also excited to see CM Punk as Champion. He was always one of my favorites and I have followed him through his time in the Independents all the way to the WWE. I believe CM Punk being champion is definitely good for business. The third question of the week comes from Tom R. in Bayside, Queens. Tom follows our Wrestle Talk Columns through my Instagram Page and he asked, "When do you see the Undertaker coming back to the ring?" Tom, I honestly can say, I don't really know, nor can I provide you with an educated an-

swer. We all saw and heard him say "Never Say Never" during his Hall of Fame Induction, leaving speculation that he will return soon but I'm sorry, I can't provide you with an answer to that question at this time. The fourth and last question for the week comes from Shelia K. in Arverne and she asked, "Is there any further news about Sasha Banks and Naomi in the WWE?" I'm afraid no, Shelia, the last form of news was that they were both suspended indefinitely from the WWE. Now, what the future holds for both women is currently up in the air. We can possibly see

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and see. Thank you all for the sending in all these great questions. Remember, you can send your questions in to eavil183@yahoo.com and I will get back to you. Have a Great Weekend!

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