Rockaway
Exploring the history of Jacob Riis Park, the “people’s beach”
The century-old beach is experiencing a resurgence in popularity
Rockaway boardwalk fully completed in time for July 4th weekend
The final stretch of the boardwalk between Beach 117th Street and Beach 126th Street got its finishing touches just in time for the 4th of July weekend.
Sandy-related repairs finally begin at NYCHA housing in the Rockaways
Repair work at the housing development, which is home to 400 families, includes a full roof replacement, stand-by generators for back-up power, flood-protected equipment annexes, upgraded playgrounds and recreational areas, among several others.
Some Parts of Rockaway Boardwalk Won't Open Until July
The reconstruction of the Rockaway Boardwalk has been set back over the past four years, most recently owing to new crane restrictions. There's also a less suspect reason why its opening date is being pushed back.
Are These NYC's Hot New Neighborhoods?
What made the New York Times's list for NYC's next big neighborhoods? You may be surprised.
