High Tide
Former President Donald Trump is, once again, the president-elect of the United States. For a full recap of the local election results, check out our rundown on page 3.
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Happy Veterans Day! This coming Monday, November 11, is Veterans Day. For those who have served, thank you for your service and sacrifices. It can never be overstated how important veterans are to this great country and our way of life.
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Next Tuesday, November 12, is also the 22nd anniversary of the crash of Flight 587 in Belle Harbor. It was a terrible and terrifying day that occurred in our community as we were also dealing with the aftermath of 9/11. Two hundred and sixty people aboard the flight were killed and five local Rockaway residents were killed in their homes. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends who mourn for loved ones who died that day.
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Anyone notice a strange looking vessel on the bay? Looks like pilings were driven into the bay while no was watching. The Army Corps of Engineers tells us it’s “geotechnical sampling work for the design of its upcoming marsh island ecosystem restoration project.” We will provide more information on the project when we have it.
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It may seem hard to find a negative to all this beautiful weather lately, but that’s what you keep us around for: NYC is officially under a drought watch and, as a result, we are being asked to please conserve water. For more information on tips to conserve water, go to www.nyc.gov/savewater
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Have you given our Business Directory a look lately? Page 28 has you covered for, well, almost anything you need! We have gotten a few new faces in the directory lately so make sure to take a look and give these businesses a call when you need something done right!
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Start planning ahead! The MTA has made it official that there will be no A train subway service from January 17 to May 19, 2025, between Howard Beach-JFK Airport and Far Rockaway – Mott Avenue or Rockaway Park- Beach 116th Street, which the MTA says will allow for necessary repairs to the Rockaway line after Superstorm Sandy. In place of train service, the MTA says it will offer two free shuttle services: Q97 buses will run between Howard Beach-JFK Airport and Far Rockaway-Mott Avenue and Q109 buses will run between Howard Beach-JFK Airport and Beach 67th Street, stopping at Broad Channel and Beach 90th Street. The Rockaway Park Shuttle will also run between Rockaway Park- Beach 116 Street and Far Rockaway – Mott Avenue.
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Councilwoman Joann Ariola is again having a Thanksgiving Feast food giveaway. If you or a family you know is in need this Thanksgiving, her office is giving away precooked meals for four people, which will be picked up Wednesday, November 27. You must register in advance by calling 718-738-1083. Supply is limited, so call soon.
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On Sunday afternoon, November 17, the local O’Connell Post of the American Legion will host a party at the Knights of Columbus (333 Beach 90th Street) for 30 to 40 residents of the federal and state residences at the St. Albans Veterans community living centers. These residents will be treated to a delicious meal, music and entertainment. If anyone wishes to donate presents (i.e., new and packaged clothing items of all sizes or other items) to distribute at this event they can bring their gifts to the Knights any day of the week after 3 p.m. There is always a need for socks, t-shirts and personal care items.
