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When will the power come back in NJ, NYC, Long Island? It could be hours to days.
New Jersey was the hardest hit. It was not immediately clear when all electricity would come back for many Garden State customers.
By
Samantha Max
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Michael Sol Warren
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Rockaway Park subway platform in shambles, causing headaches for many
Infrastructure problems at the end-of-the-line subway station have forced the MTA to fence off half the platform.
By
Ramsey Khalifeh
News
NYC is banning bicycles from high-traffic stretch on Rockaway boardwalk this summer
The parks department's bike ban will cover the busiest parts of the boardwalk, from Beach 108th Street to Beach 73rd Street.
By
Liam Quigley
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'We're trapped': Rockaway riders resentful and freezing amid subway shutdown
The MTA began a four-month shutdown of the A line south of JFK Airport this week. Officials say bridges and viaducts need crucial repairs.
By
Ramsey Khalifeh
Arts & Entertainment
26 great places to eat and drink at Rockaway Beach
Rockaway Beach is fun. Eating there can be more fun.
By
Farideh Sadeghin
News
Shark sighting in Rockaway closes mile of beach, NYPD says
A top police official said NYPD drones spotted a shark off the coast on Thursday.
By
Andrew Giambrone
News
Parts of Rockaway Beach will remain closed during ongoing Army Corps project
The boardwalk will remain open and up to 70 beach blocks will be open for swimming seven days a week.
By
Giulia Heyward
Food
Rockaway Smoothie Shack La Fruteria Now Has An Excellent New Vegan Menu
The popular Beach 97 concession stand recently expanded its offerings, thanks to chef Donata Orsi.
By
Scott Lynch
Food
As Rockaway Boardwalk Changes Hands, Uncertain Future For Rippers, Caracas, And Others
"It stings that somebody is going to come in and reap the benefits of all of our hard work."
By
Jake Offenhartz
Food
Your Complete Summer Guide To Rockaway Beach Food 2020 (For Now)
Many long-time favorites remain closed, but there’s still plenty to eat and drink out there.
By
Scott Lynch
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