I had the idea to convert our spare guest room, where I work, into a legitimate office. It’s been a long time coming and now I’m finally getting around to doing it. In the room is a bookcase. I was sitting at my desk the other day and swiveled my chair around. I looked at the bookcase and realized I […]
Looking Back…
10 Years Ago State lawmakers are making another push to abolish the current Cross Bay Bridge toll once and for all, not just for the residents of Rockaway and Broad Channel, but everyone. A new piece of legislation, Bill S3924, proposed by Assemblywoman Michele Titus and State Senator Malcolm Smith, is asking for the complete discontinuation of the Cross Bay […]
WHO’S PLAYING
Each week, I take a look at some of the live music and performers in Rockaway, Breezy Point, and Broad Channel. So, if you are a musician or member of a band and want to share with our readers where you’re playing or what you’re up to, contact mhealey@rockawave.com. If you’re a local artist and are dropping new music or […]
The Little North Pole Returns For Another Season
The Little North Pole will be back for another beautiful Christmas season this year! Kicking off with a grand opening celebration on Sunday, Dec. 5, Joe Mure’s famous Little North Pole will be keeping one of Rockaway’s most beloved holiday traditions alive for another year, and is hoping to raise even more money to help find a cure for juvenile […]
The Return of Smiling Irish Eyes
Hearts and Shamrock Dance kicks off the countdown to a missed traditionThe Irish eyes of more than 250 revelers were smiling last Saturday as they celebrated the return of a missed tradition. The official countdown to Rockaway’s 47th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade—a beloved celebration that the pandemic canceled last year—kicked off with the Hearts and Shamrocks Dance at St. Camillus auditorium. “It’s great to be back here in Rockaway and […]
SIT With John Roberts
Guided Imagery for Pain ReliefGuided Imagery is a stress inoculation strategy for relaxation. Body Scanning (11/28/19) is one of my favorite strategies that I use every day. Guided Imagery, according to Schwartz, is guided meditation. Scripts can be personalized to your lifestyle, practiced on your own, or with a group. There is no right or wrong way to visualize; it always begins with some […]
Rockaway Fishing Report
Another good week has seen Fall bass fishing at its best. Ravenous bass are fattening up as they get ready to giddy up out of here. West Bank Lighthouse saw some decent catches for sporting and charter boats. Those trolling had a bit of an edge but as the tide hooked up those slinging lures got their licks in behind […]
‘I Want It Back’
Stipe Miocic sets his sights on reclaiming the UFC Heavyweight titleUFC Heavyweight Superstar Stipe Miocic says that he is determined to win back his heavyweight title, and Ariel Helwani on the MMA Hour podcast that he is looking forward to a trilogy fight against the current champ Francis Ngannou at some point in the future. “I really want that trilogy fight, that was mine and I want it back,” Miocic […]
All In with John Jastremski
Time To Give Thanks To NFL Season Of Absolute UncertaintyAh, the holiday season. Time for family, food, festivities, and a whole lot of football. Normally as we reach Thanksgiving, it’s pretty clear who the clear front runners are to win a Super Bowl. Sure, you can have some fun with the classic “In The Hunt” graphic that will be plastered across your TV screens for the next few weeks, […]
Local Flag Football Shines At Yankee Stadium
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