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MEmbers of the East Rockaway Fire Department snuffed out the fire minutes after arriving at the scene.

Candle starts smokey fire in East Rockaway

The East Rockaway Fire Department was called to a “Signal 10” — a working fire —last Saturday evening on Morton Avenue. According to Chief Peter Chojnacki, the small fire was attributed to a … more

By Mary Malloy | 7/27/11

Chicagoan Nate Hitpas visited East Rockaway’s Five-Star Sports and Entertainment Academy last Friday to participate in the 2nd annual Drednt gathering. These international groups perform and compete in “tricking” — a combination of gymnastics, martial arts and break dancing.

Tricks and treats: Jumping, flipping, kicking

Adrenaline is pumping through your body as you abruptly kick, propelling yourself into the air. After your feet hit the floor — and to the crowd’s amazement — you morph into an acrobatic-like … more

By Clarissa Hamlin | 7/27/11

Crime Watch: Lynbrook and East Rockaway

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law. more

7/27/11

A boat in Oceanside caught fire last weekend.

Boat fire extinguished in Oceanside

East Rockaway Fire Department’s new rescue boat, Marine 1, was called out to assist with an Oceanside boat fire last Saturday. On July 16, The Oceanside … more

By Alex Costello and Mary Malloy | 7/20/11

In East Rockaway, Neil Schloth, center, will serve at the district’s new board president, while Michaelene Abbott-Cooper, right, will be vice president. Patricia Nicoletti is the district’s secretary.

Lynbrook, East Rockaway schools hold reorganization meetings

Lynbrook At its annual reorganization meeting on July 5, the Lynbrook Board of Education reappointed two members to the Board and elected its officers for the 2011-2012 school … more

By Mary Malloy | 7/14/11

Letters to the Editor

One mistake To the Editor: When our children are young, we tell them it’s OK to make a mistake. East Rockaway High School has taught them that that isn’t true. My son was an honor … more

7/13/11

Out-of-towners Shane and Thomas Harmon checked out the cars — and the frozen yogurt truck.

Vroom, vroom

Looking for something fun to do with the family this summer? For a touch of nostalgia and a taste of souped-up excitement, visit the East Rockaway and Lynbrook car shows on Wednesday and Thursday evenings through August. more

By Mary Malloy | 7/13/11

Melissa Chojnacki took a bite of her chocolate chip cookie at the picnic.

Faith, fellowship — and frankfurters!

St. Raymond’s Parish in East Rockaway held its annual Faith and Friendship annual picnic on July 1. Friends and family shared a beautiful evening of fun, games, music and fellowship. … more

By Mary Malloy | 7/13/11

Crime Watch for East Rockaway and Lynbrook

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law. more

7/13/11

How will property tax cap impact schools?

New York’s first-ever property tax levy cap is a crucial step toward the state’s economic recovery, said Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, who signed the bill into law on June 30. more

By Clarissa Hamlin | 7/13/11