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Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre Rabbi Andrew Warmflash retired in late June after 13 years at the synagogue.

Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre rabbi retires after 13 years at synagogue

After 43 years serving as a rabbi — 13 of which were spent at the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre — Rabbi Andrew Warmflash said it was sad, but relieving to call it a career in early June. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/2/20

East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School class of 2020 valedictorian Zackary Hirashima.

East Rockaway val, sal reflect on school spirit, look ahead

As they look back on their four years at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School and toward their futures, valedictorian Zackary Hirashima and salutatorian Gianna Wayar both remembered how the small class consistently came together to support one another. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/25/20

Louis DeVivo created a garden in honor of his stepfather, the late Joseph Levy, who served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Bay Park garden brings community together in uncertain times

Long-time East Rockaway resident Louis DeVivo can still recall the moment he came up with the idea to establish the Bay Park Victory Garden. more

By Julia Swerdin | 6/25/20

Voters supported the East Rockaway School District's 2020-21 budget.

East Rockaway School District's $41.2M budget approved by voters

Voters approved the East Rockaway School District's $41.2 million budget on Tuesday. The spending plan garnered 956 "yes" votes and 483 "no" votes. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/17/20

The East Rockaway Board of Education is set to welcome Daniel DeMatteo and Joseph Kilgus as new members.

A Q&A with East Rockaway's newest Board of Ed. members

The East Rockaway Board of Education is set to welcome two new members as Daniel DeMatteo and Joseph Kilgus are running unopposed for board seats. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/11/20

Katherine Melissinos received a congratulatory lawn sign to honor her graduation.

Showing signs of support for East Rockaway High School graduates

East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School staff surprised the class of 2020 by delivering congratulatory lawn signs to their homes on May 26. more

6/11/20

Anna Rath, left, and Arpie Bakhshian are the salutatorian and valedictorian of Lynbrook High School’s class of 2020. The district is planning a July 22 ceremony.

Lynbrook school officials reveal graduation plans

With the coronavirus pandemic leaving many plans in limbo, administrators at Lynbrook Public Schools announced that they are hoping for an in-person ceremony on July 22. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/11/20

The East Rockaway School District celebrated Red Nose Day with a virtual twist this year.

East Rockaway schools celebrate Red Nose Day virtually

The East Rockaway School District continued its annual celebration of Red Nose Day virtually on May 21. This is the fourth consecutive year the district participated in the fundraising event. more

5/29/20

Residents of East Rockaway, Lynbrook and surrounding villages and towns are displaying lawn signs to show support for essential workers, and the proceeds of the sign sales have gone to houses of worship and food pantries. Above, Mason, left, and Javon Devlin of East Rockaway.

Grass-roots effort in East Rockaway supports essential workers, food pantries

When they drive through East Rockaway, Lynbrook and other local communities, essential workers don’t have to look far to see how much they’re appreciated. more

By Mike Smollins | 5/20/20

Former East Rockaway Fire Department Chief James F. McCartney, 73

Former East Rockaway Fire Chief James F. McCartney died peacefully on May 8 at home surrounded by family. He was 73. more

5/19/20

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