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Who are the Knights of Columbus?

By Katie McFadden

You go to their hall for Community Board, police community council and Parks Department meetings, radio bingo and country nights, and perhaps you’ve seen them at a member’s wake, but not everyone knows the Knights of Columbus really do.

That’s because the Knights don’t do their charity work for recognition.

When speaking with the Knights, it was almost impossible to get them to brag about the good work they do, but one thing is for certain; they’ve been doing it for a long time. The Knights of Columbus is a worldwide charitable organization comprised of Catholic men, which focuses on the principles of Charity, Unity and Fraternity. Starting in 1882 in Connecticut, the organization has grown to 1.8 million members spread throughout 14,000 councils in more than 14 countries, making it the largest Catholic Fraternal organization in the world.

Rockaway’s council, Monsignor William F. Burke Rockaway Council #2672, began in 1928. Council #2672 has 750 members and has had three chaplains and 45 Grand Knights. Father James Devine, the former pas-

tor of St. Rose of Lima Church, is the current chaplain and Charles Shiel is the current Grand Knight. In 1955, the council opened its home at 333 Beach 90th Street. The building was built by council members for the council. Now, it serves as a central community hub where everything from civic meetings to classes and fundraisers take place.

“Ever since the 90’s, we made a decision that we would welcome civic, non-profit groups that needed to conduct meetings for the betterment of the Rockaway community,” trustee and former Grand Knight, Andy McCracken said.

“We’re a charitable organization and our members live in and care about this community, so letting people use this space is one of the ways we can give back to the community,” current deputy Grand Knight Glenn DiResto said. “If we didn’t provide the hall, where would these organizations meet?”

Following Hurricane Sandy, the Knights of Columbus hall became even more essential. The members properly secured the building with duct tape and sand bags before Sandy and had six inches of water inside, even though the water line

outside marked four feet. Members worked as quickly as possible to get the building back up and functioning and it was reopened on November 28, 2012.

“With Sandy, everyone was without power and was figuring out how to rebuild their homes, so we made it our mission to open our doors, not only to civic groups and nonprofits, but to the entire community, including senior groups and for-profit groups, so people had a place to go and share stories and support each other,” McCracken said.

“We opened the doors to everyone after Sandy. Our primary goal was to be a home to these people in need,” past Grand Knight Richie Knott said.

The Knights practice the virtue of

charity in many other ways by supporting members of the council and of the community, but they remain humble about their actions. “We do a lot of things that we don’t get credit for, but we’re not looking for credit,” McCracken said. “Anyone who needs something in the community can come to the Knights,” he added.

“We’re a family oriented organization. Some members may not have a family, but we become like a family to them,” Knott said.

The Knights also hold many fundraisers which have helped those in need, far and wide.

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By Kevin Boyle

This Turkey Sends His Thanks Happy Thanksgiving. If there ever were a year to say thanks, this would be the one. When I planned the launch of this paper in June I didn’t quite expect the 24/7 demands. And thankfully, I got the support I needed.

They say you better be careful when you start thanking people because you’re sure to leave someone out. So thank YOU. (Now you can’t say I didn’t say thanks).

My wife, Kathy, was encouraging, supportive and helped at every turn. She’s worked 24/7 for years

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and showed me how to keep at it.

The fam – from my brothers and sons to father-in-law and mother– in–law gave important help along the way. And thanks to my mother --- proofreader, tipster, and comic inspiration.

Advertisers came through. Some generous people and groups advertised simply to give me a boost and help me find solid footing.

Many have signed on for the long term, thereby showing confidence in The Rockaway Times. As you know, it’s a free paper and without advertisers, it’d be a dead paper.

The only thing I ask is, if you see an ad in the paper, mention to the people who advertise. So thanks in advance for that.

Thankfully, in the early days, Carol Kelleher came to the rescue and helped put the books in order. Pat McVeigh joined in and pretty soon the demands were cut down to 23/7. Mike Schramm of The Pointer, the Rockaway Point News, was a huge help and didn’t have to be.

I’m thankful he was so generous in those early days.

I get calls and emails from readers – thanks! – telling me how much they enjoy the paper. Well, they wouldn’t enjoy it so much if I didn’t have Peter Mahon, Alex Karinsky, Paulette Mancuso, John Cori, Helen Kilgallen, Matt Whalen, Beef Chip, and Sharon Feldman and Pete Galvin contributing great columns every week. Boy, do I owe them thanks. And the supporting cast of the Civics Corner --- Hank Iori, Dolores Orr, Noreen Ellis, and Amanda Agoglia, are due a heartfelt thanks, too. And I’m thankful for other contributors as well such as guest columnists (John Sica for one!) and you letter writers and emailers and Word Searchers and people who like us on Facebook.

Doug MacLeod and Ozzie Edwards not only supplied some great photos but offered to pitch in a million different ways.

Thanks to Erica Farrell who de-

signed our masthead and convinced me to include the bicycle as part of our logo. And thanks to Bianca Fortis who’s written so many good stories and has been part of this since Day One. And Katie McFadden who writes and does it a little bit of everything, And there’s Fred Marino, the MVP, the unstoppable salesman who is often called Jesus Christ. He goes back to advertisers so often they say, Jesus Christ, you again? I’m happier this Thanksgiving because of Freddy.

But I’ve gotta circle back to you, the readers. You’ve given advice, constructive criticism, undeserved praise, and even material. You’ve convinced me this crazy thing was a good idea.

Even if the paper went out of business tomorrow, my thanks are forever.

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Phase 4a of construction comprises Beach 73rd Street through Beach 86th Street. It should take between two and three months to remove the boardwalk. Officials said they will be removing it methodically – “surgically” – so as to keep railings, furniture elements, trash cans and even wood pieces intact.

Work will be performed Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

There may be extended work hours on some days, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturdays are reserved for makeup days in case of inclement weather, Luke Timmerman, a project manager for Skanska, said during a Monday night meeting.

He said those will be the work hours to help address noise complaints by residents in the neighborhood. “I know you guys had some experiences a few years ago with pile driving,” he warned. “Yes, there

is going to be pile driving. We can’t around that – we have to do it.”

Matthew Kehoe, an engineer with Ocean and Coastal Consultants, said there will be surveys conducted on homes and buildings located within 200 feet of pile driving to document the conditions of the buildings. Officials want to ensure that no damage is caused by the vibrations of the pile driving.

However, even those located beyond 200 feet will likely feel vibrations, he said. “It’s like a leaky faucet,” he said. “You hear it because it’s new, not because it’s loud.”

The surveys will be coordinated with the individual homeowners.

Homeowners can refuse participation in the survey.

Pile driving for Phase 4a is scheduled to end in April or May. Currently, Phase 1 of the boardwalk is expected to be completed by Memorial Day of 2015. Phase 2 should be completed shortly thereafter, by July 4.

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Rockaway Times t-shirts on somebody’s wish? We’re selling both long and short sleeve shirts.

Contact Katie McFadden at KMcFadden@RockawayTimes.com or call 718-634-3030. Shirts can be picked up at the Rockaway Times office on Monday and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. til noon. There will be two free drop off dates (we’ll deliver). Arrange it with Katie. ***** According to Senator Chuck Schumer there have been at least three near-misses between drones and aircraft at JFK recently.

Schumer wants Federal regulations put in place so disasters don’t happen. FedEx and Amazon are among some big companies planning to use drones. The future is here and regulations can’t keep up. ***** Holiday boutiques are offering shopping options. There’s one at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club on

***** Looking for some Thanksgiving Eve fun? Dance to the funk tunes of Big Squid at 8 p.m. on Nov. 26 at RAA T7 in Fort Tilden. $5 gets you refreshments and entertainment.

The local bar scene should be hopThursday evening December 4 ping as the night before Thanksfrom 6-11pm. Broad Channel’s got giving is traditionally a busy one. one Friday Dec 5th (6-9 pm) and ***** Saturday, Dec 6th (9 am- 7 pm) at the American Legion Hall. And Stilt City, the art and commuSt. Camillus is running a weekend nity space that will be built in a boutique Saturday, December 6th vacant bungalow, has launched from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, its Kickstarter campaign. Artist December 7th from 9 am to 4 pm. Robyn Hasty has until January 1 to reach her fundraising goal of $60K. ***** Tis the season. Holiday lights Search “Stilt City” on Kickstarter. com to donate. are up on Beach 129 and Beach ***** 116th and Broad Channel. Far Rockaway will light up on Decem- The Broad Channel Christmas ber 4th. Kudos to the people who tree lighting will take place at the work so hard to get this done. The BCAC Memorial Field at 5:30 p.m. lights are uplifting in these early on Tuesday, December 2. The dark days of late fall. event will feature performances by the Broad Channel Girl Scouts, ***** the PS47 Chorus and Thomasina The Marine Park Bridge was Dance Co. Santa will also pay a visstuck in a raised position on Mon- it. day from 11:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. If ***** you were taking the Q35 you were

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A local observer and commentator suggested Rockaway exercise some air rights by charging airlines flyover tolls. You want to drive into Rockaway, it’s gonna cost a toll.

You want to fly over, it’s gonna cost a toll. Maybe such an idea might scare the Port Authority and they’d initiate ferry service to keep us quiet. Hmmm….

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This Thanksgiving, as many of us still continue to rebuild, let us embrace and give thanks for the strength and unity that brought us closer after the storm.

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Dear Editor: Why would THE COMMANDER (ferry story, Rockaway Times, 1113) be scrapped? I was one of those who took a ride on her during Breezy Point’s 50th Anniversary a few years ago and she seemed in excellent working condition. It would be a shame for this workhorse which has provided hundreds of thousands with enjoyment to meet the sad fate of a salvage yard. I remember years

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Dear Editor: As I stated at the Knights of Columbus Hall going back when our community testified against the closing of Peninsula Hospital, “I hope the Marine Parkway Bridge never gets stuck in the up position” because if residents from Breezy Point or the west end of our peninsula needed to get to a Brooklyn hospital due to a heart attack or any life threatening illness they are going to be in big trouble. Well, Monday’s bridge mishap, proved my point.

Also let us not forget when they test lift the Marine Parkway Bridge on occasion, the same potential trouble is in place. I remember when I had to travel to Brooklyn I would sometimes have to turn around head in the other direction to use the Cross Bay Bridge. Just think if you or a family member or a friend were in an ambulance when the Marine Parkway Bridge got stuck in the up position. NOT GOOD. Danny Ruscillo Jr.

Marine Parkway Bridge Stuck Open for Hours The Gil Hodges-Marine Parkway Bridge was stuck open for several hours Monday after a power problem occurred, according to an MTA spokesperson.

The bridge was lifted for a boat to pass through at about 11:30 a.m., but then would not close. MTA spokesperson Judie Glave said the

problem was with a Con Ed feeder.

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Your Lyin’ Eyes Marx is a famous name in politics and government and it should be.

And, of course, we’re talking about Groucho Marx who might as well have been a political leader when he said “Are you going to believe me or your own eyes?”

Senator Chuck Schumer is making the case that his party, the Democrats, should embrace the notion of government. “If people don’t believe government can deliver, they’ll follow the Republican path,” he said. “That leaves the job to Democrats. If we run away from government, the negative misperceptions about it will take root, and even if people support our ideas, they won’t believe government can deliver.”

You’re so right, Chuck. Delivery is a problem. Jetties, Build It Back,

the boardwalk, NY Rising, the Game Changer, decent transportation. We’re waiting. Of course, delivery is not so much of a problem when it comes to homeless shelters or flood insurance and tax bills.

“We must convince the middle class that the only way out of their morass is by embracing a strong and effective government, not demeaning it or running from it,” Schumer said.

Convince the middle class? In other words, he’s saying let’s make people believe what we say – not what they’re seeing with their own eyes and feeling in their own wallets.

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By Peter J. Mahon

Mother of God, the Navy Lost an Aircraft Carrier!

Charles Dickens once wrote “Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” With that in mind, allow me to wish all of you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving celebration!

The members of our Broad Channel VFW worked hard and long this past Sunday, preparing and serving a grand meal with all the trimmings, providing our vets with a memorable holiday experience as they hosted

their annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner for the residents of St. Alban’s Veterans Hospital. Many of the vets required hands on assistance while dining and our guys and gals at the Post were more than happy to provide it.

One of the many ways our VFW Post funds their continual efforts to reach out and provide services to our veterans at St. Albans is via the several fundraisers the Post runs each year.

And speaking of fundraisers (how’s

that for a segue?), stop by the Broad Channel VFW Hall Friday evening, December 12th at 7 pm and enjoy some food and libations in the company of your friends and neighbors while enjoying the music of Walker and Friends. Call Vinny at 347-6978774 for more information on this event.

Broad Channel’s own Kevin Conklin will graduate from Marine Corps Recruit Training at Parris Island on December 12th at which time Kevin will receive his “eagle, globe and anchor” insignia and with it, the title of United States Marine, which he will carry with him for the rest of his life.

Semper Fi Kevin - Broad Channel is proud of you!

Congratulations to Charles Arnemann of Broad Channel on his 70th birthday. Charle’s beautiful wife Diane was overheard to remark that “the older the fiddler, the sweeter the tune.” Anyone who has had the pleasure of listening to Charles and Diane rocking out to the oldies with their hometown group Wax R Back would have to agree with her.

Congratulations are also in order for Bobby and Margaret Glade of West 10th Road in Broad Channel on their 30th wedding anniversary. I had the pleasure of talking with the happy couple recently and remarked, “Wow, 30 years! I guess it feels like just yesterday, right?” Bobby and Margaret both looked at each other and then turned to me responding in unison - “Well it

was 10,950 days ago but who’s counting?”

Beginning this Monday, November 24th, the 2015 Broad Channel Historical Calendar will be on sale ($5 still) at Rock&Roll Bagel, All American Deli, Broad Channel Civic meetings, and from members of the Historical Committee. Mail orders can be placed at abtoborg@verizon.net. Please add $2 postage for each calendar and make check out to Broad Channel Historical Society.

Don Riepe and the Northeast Chapter of the American Littoral Society will be holding their 25th Annual Fundraising Holiday celebration on Saturday, December 13th at the Broad Channel American Legion Hall. Reservation and tickets for the event may be had by calling 718474-0896 or email at NEChapter@ littoralsociety,org.

Before we end this, were all of you just as surprised as I was when it was revealed that the recent photos of Kim Kardashian’s rather prodigious and naked bum that were splashed all over the news had been….how do I put this delicately….digitally enhanced? My 97 year old mother recently viewed the young lady’s photo and remarked “Mother of God, the Navy lost an aircraft carrier!”

Broad Channel, why would anyone want to live anywhere else?

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Saint Camillus Catholic Academy

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12th Community Board meeting, this was anything but the case. The Board decided to go against members who have spent countless hours over many months working with the Parks Department and the Economic Development Corporation to design a Boardwalk which would reflect the desires of the residents our communities!

I walked out of that Community Board meeting totally disappointed.

Disappointed in many of my fellow Community Board members who were too busy texting, sleeping, playing video games or just plain disinterested during the Board meeting to even ask a simple question or two prior to casting their vote. There was even one Board member who voted in favor of, voted against and abstained all for the same item!

Yes folks, you can’t make this stuff up!

Councilman Richards and Ulrich, please reevaluate each and every current Board member you recommend for appointment to the Community Board and neighbors please put in your applications. Our communities need you, DESPERATELY!!!

By John Cori

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100th St. & Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Park, NY

Saturday, December 6th | 11:00am to 6:00pm Sunday, December 7th | 9:00am to 4:00pm St Camillus Christmas Tree Lighting | Mary’s Garden Saturday 4:00-5:00pm With a performance from our Saint Camillus Carolers

Pictures with Santa Saturday Dec. 6 • 2-4pm | Sunday Dec. 7 • 12-2pm

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As many of you know our Queens Community Board 14 is essentially The Rockaway Peninsula and Broad Channel’s own little “City Council.”

The Board is a very balanced, cross section of the Rockaway Peninsula and Broad Channel’s population.

The full Board meets once a month to conduct the business of the Board. One major order of business of the Board is to hear the reports of the various committees which may have met during the month prior to full the Board meeting.

Typically, when a Committee Chairperson presents their report to the full Board, they often ask for the full Board’s support of recommendations proposed by that particular committee. The chair usually makes a motion to have the full Board adopt the proposed recommendations. It is essentially a “no brainer” that the full Board would support the recommendations of the committee as it is the Committee which has put in the time and effort in hear all the details of all particular proposals which they are recommending.

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Today I would like to go into more detail about Diabetes. First of all anyone who has Diabetes and ignores it or thinks it won’t harm them is playing Russian roulette.

Diabetes causes a host of serious problems such as coronary artery disease, kidney failure, blindness, vascular disease and neuropathies (nerve problems). The onset of diabetic complications is hastened by poor diabetic control. In other words ignore your Diabetes at your own peril.

As I mentioned previously there are two types of Diabetes, Type I or insulin-dependent and Type II or non-insulin-dependent. While

both types are called Diabetes they couldn’t be more different. In Type I, which is mostly seen in children and young adults, the pancreas stops making insulin so the treatment is insulin replacement.

Insulin is given by injection at intervals or an insulin pump can be implanted under the skin. There have been some promising studies using other treatments including stem cells. Type I diabetics can be subject to wild swings of their glucose, from very low causing loss of consciousness to high (usually less than 300) which can cause ketoacidosis, a life-threatening complication. Abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting can be early signs of ketoacidosis and this is often how the disease is first diagnosed.

On the other hand Type II diabetics do make insulin but its effectiveness is blunted by obesity, in

which fat cells are thought to absorb insulin, or a condition known as insulin resistance. Early symptoms can be unexplained weight loss, excessive thirst, urinary frequency and tiredness. Overweight Type II diabetics who are able to lose weight can sometimes manage the disease by diet and exercise alone. Treatment of Type II can be directed at getting the pancreas to make more insulin (Glipizide, Glynase) or decreasing insulin resistance and making the patient’s own insulin more effective (Metformin, Januvia). Insulin is also used in Type II, often in patients who have been diabetic for years and for whom oral medications no longer work.

If you are diabetic I urge you to discuss your condition and treatment with your doctor and if you are overweight losing weight and following a diabetic diet are the two most important things you can do to improve your health.

Also it is important to go for regular checkups as diabetic complications can be treated more effectively if discovered early.

I have been asked to discuss PEDs (performance-enhancing drugs) in my next column.

This column is published biweekly. Questions and comments may be sent to “mailto:editor@rockawaytimes.com” editor@rockawaytimes.com.

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Laurice Keating Real Estate

Contact info: 718-945-9267 | Visit us on the web @ www.LauriceKeatingRealty.com Mary O'Leary Glen DiResto Alice OConnor

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APARtMENtS FOR RENt

$1,900 Rockaway Park Beach Block Three bedroom two baths eat in kitchen large living and dining room plus terrace

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$1,700

Ocean Ave South Beautiful Dunes section of Arverne by the Sea. Easthampton model 2 Bed 1.5 bath duplex. Ocean views! Yard space, parking permits, washer/dryer, central heat and air all walking distance to transportation to Manhattan, new YMCA and beautiful Rockaway Beach.

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Beach 74th Street Two Bed One Bath apartment in the oceanfront community of Arverne by the Sea. Ocean view with full size washer/dryer, central heat and air, built in microwave, refrigerator with ice/water. Steps to beautiful Rockaway Beach, transportation to Manhattan, stores and new YMCA.

Seagrass Lane Brand new construction in the Dunes section of Arverne by the Sea. Two bed one bath apartment with balcony. End unit with lots of natural sunlight. Washer/dryer, central heat and air, parking permits. Walk to all transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and beautiful Rockaway Beach.

Ocean Avenue North Brand new construction in the Dunes section of Arverne by the Sea. Washer/ dryer, central heat and air, parking permit.

Steps to transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and beautiful Rockaway beach.

HOMES FOR SALE $1,600

Schooner Street Beautiful Breakers section of Arverne by the Sea. 2 Bed Duplex includes private rooftop terrace and bonus room. End unit with tons of sunlight. Permit parking, central air, washer/ dryer; all steps to stores, transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and Rockaway Beach.

Seasgrass Lane Beautiful Dunes section of the oceanfront community of Arverne by the Sea. Brand new construction. Two bed with balcony. Parking permits, washer/dryer, central heat and air.

Hardwood floors throughout. All within walking distance to transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and beautiful Rockaway Beach.

214a beach 117 st Second block from the beach;around the corner from retail shopping and mass transit.This home has all new electric and heating system.Three bedrooms,LR,DR,EIK,one full bath and a large front porch.Priced to sell!

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134-06 Rockaway Beach Blvd Heart of Belle Harbor contemporary. This home has it all,five bedrooms,three full baths,state of the art EIK; FDR & LR w/WBFP, glass enclosed sun room,home office, large family room w/additional WBFP, craft and game room,laundry room, private driveway and beautiful park like grounds.

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LOt FOR SALE 117-12 Ocean Promenade ROCKAWAY PARK OCEAN FRONT COOP VERY SPACIOUS ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF MANHATTAN SKY LINE AND JAMAICA BAY. LOW COMMON CHARGES AND MOVE IN CONDITION!

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Post sandy Build your own dream house This home needs a family ready! Willing! And able!

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69-17 Catamaran Way Beach Front Community Beautiful Two Family Home Located In The Most Desirable “Breakers” Section Of Averne By The Sea. The Owners Three Bedroom Unit Has Many Upgrades Throughout,A Huge Backyard,Ocean Views Galore, 15 Years Remaining On The Tax Abatement And A One Bedroom Income Producing Unit For Rent.

CO-OP / CONDOS 136 Beach 117th TWO BEDROOM CONDO WITH BALCONY AND ONE CAR PARKING TWO FULL BATH ROOMS MASTER BATH WITH JACUZZI. SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM AND DINNING ROOM, BAMBOO FLOORING,WASHER AND DRYER. THE OCEAN GRANDE HAS 24-HOUR SECURITY STATION,STATE OF THE ART GYM,BEAUTIFUL PARTY ROOM WITH A FIREPLACE AND BAR.

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337 Beach 86 St Semi attached five bedroom colonial w/ 2.5 baths. Main level has an open floor plan. Wood flooring throughout the main level and second story. Third floor has new carpeting enclosed carport, secluded back yard, large front porch, new heating and electrical system move in condition.

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Move right in to this one bedroom unit,totally renovated to perfection, granite, stainless appliances, five closets. Exceptional value!

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Wonderful Thanksgiving Day!

We here at Neponsit Realty are extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve this beautiful community for over 28 years.

Thank you for all your referrals which has given us the ability to either sell your home or find you one.

Many blessings to all! Happy Thanksgiving !

Good Health, Prosperity, Joy and Peace, Geri, Susan and Kate

Get ready to sell your home before the winter months set in. Buyers are anxiously waiting, since inventory is at a low. We have many families, they are qualified to purchase and ready to make a deal happen.

Call us with your listing and we will get the job done with ease....

Hope to hear from you soon!

APARTMENTS

ONE BEdROOM B. 124 - LR/DR combo, terrace, pay elec $1400 B. 123 - Great boardwalk building, excellent condition, parking extra, pay G&E $1350-1500 B. 140 - Cozy, good condition, ground level $1400 B. 140 - 2nd level, furnished, includes all util. $1500 B. 109 - Bunglow , pay all utilities.Need Good Credit.

Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1150 TwO BEdROOMS B. 111 - pay all utilities. Good credit Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1450 B. 118 - Totally renovated, high end, L shaped L/R + D/R, w/d, dishwasher, ground level, pay all util $1700 Arverne By The Sea - UNITS AvAILABLE, mint, pay all utilities $1600 B.122 - Grand size rooms w/ terrace, Summer Parking pay utilities $1800 B. 108 - brand new with new appliances. Bunglow like having your own little house. Pay all Utilies, Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1800 B. 124 - Oceanfront Coop w/ terrace . Need good credit.

Pay G&E. No parking $1800.

B. 120 – move right in, spacious, + sun room, huge walk in closet, parking, pay gas & elec $1500.

Call Kate Patterson 917 -680-8051 THREE BEdROOMS Ocean Grande - Large rooms, 2 bath, w/d, terrace, parking, pay elec $2200 B. 122 - Totally renovated, 2 bath, formal dining room, storage, pets welcome, w/d hook up, pvt.driveway, use of yard, pay all util. $2100 - Rented B. 130 - Totally renovated, Extra Large rooms 2 baths w/d, terrance and summer parking. Pay G&E $2100 B. 124 - Spacious apartment 2 full baths & 2 1/2 Baths, Basement, Yard, Long Driveway. Pay all utilities $2400 00473RT

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• 129th: 2BR, 1BA Updated and Modern (N.C). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,450

• 91st: Ocean Front Condo 3BR,2BA w/Panoramic Views . . . . . . . . . . . $525,000

• 126th: 1BR, 1BA Cozy With Large Rooms (M.C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000

• 101st: Penthouse 3BR,2BA Condo w/Ocean Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $519,000

• 125th: 4BR, 2BA Spacious and Bright (C.B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500

• 118th: Seavon 2BR,2BA Oceanfront Condo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $439,000

• 124th: 3BR, 2BA Just Renovated w/Yard (C.B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500

• 100th: Belle Shores 2BR, 2BA Condo By The Sea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $425,000

• 123rd: 2BR, 1BA Beach Block Modern Unit (N.C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,800

• 101st: Belle Shore 2BR,2BA Sunlit End Unit Condo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $399,000

• 123rd: 2BR, 1BA Updated Ocean Front Corner (C.B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,800

• 92nd: Great price 3BR, 2BA on the beach block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $329,000

• 123rd: 3BR, 2BA Traditional Home 3BR, 2BA (M.C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,300

• 121st: Oceanfront sun drenched 2BR, 2BA co-op (BF) . . . . . . . . . . . . $325,000

• 122nd: 2BR, 2BA (M.C) . . . . . R. E.NT. E.D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,700

• 124th: Exclusive 2BR,1BA Move In Ready Co-op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $299,000

• 121st: 1BR, 1BA Huge 1 BR Nice Oceanfront (B.F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,300

• 100th: New Seascape Condos Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . .starting at $299,000

• 120th: 3BR, 2BA Beach Block With Driveway (M.C). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200

• 121st: Gorgeous 1BR,1BA End Unit Co-op w/balcony . . . . . . . . . . . . $275,000

• 120th: 1BR, 1BA Squeaky Clean Apt. (M.C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,300

• 138th: Upper BH 2BR, 1BA with tremendous deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $269,000

• 120th: 2BR, 1BA Beautifully Kept Bldg.(M.C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,600

• 125th: Exclusive Belle Harbor 1BR,1BA Condo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $269,000

• 117th: 2BR, 2BA Ocean GrandeRE(B.F) NTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500

• 80th: Impressively Priced 2BR,1BA Condo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $249,000

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• 121st: Great Chic 1BR, 1BA Beach Pad w/ocean views . . . . . . . . . . . . $249,000

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• 81st: Brand New 2 BR 1 bath condo at the Coral House (MC) . . . . . . . $195,000

• 66th: 2BR, 1BA (M.C) . . . . . . . R. E.NT. E.D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,200

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Condos Like Early Christmas for Beach 125th Street

By Katie McFadden

A neighbor, John Taylor, likes what he sees. “I think it’s amazing what they’ve done in the last year. The condos are beautiful and much nicer than the abandoned buildings that were just sitting there.”

Taylor’s enthusiasm stems from the completion of the Ocean Walk Condominium project on the beach block of 125th Street. It’s been a long road but the condos are now ready to become the home for 18 families.

Real estate developer Jim Kennelly and his business partner, Charles F. McInnis, along with Kevin Smith, decided to take on the task of revamping 18 stalled condominiums on the land that was once occupied by the Washington Hotel. Kennelly’s longtime friend, William Procida, provided the funding for the project.

Like the holiday wrapping coming off a present, the fences came down in mid-October, allowing neighbors to see the finished product and on November 16, potential buyers were welcomed to the first open house.

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nine buildings with two units each.

There are two and three-bedroom units that are in a prime location, being within the P.S. 114 school district and a short walk from the beach. The three-bedroom units come with a terrace and a roof deck that give occupants a stunning ocean views, while those in the lower-level, two-bedroom units will have access to their own 1,000 sq.ft. backyard. Each unit comes with a private parking spot. Prices range between $469K and $559K. Visitors and neighbors like what they see. “At the open house, we had nearly 60 groups of people attending and interacting with the Corcoran group, based in Park Slope and led by Patricia Neinast,” Kennelly said. They’ve accepted four offers already.

“It was nice seeing the reaction of all the people coming to see the property. People came from all different locations and were happy with what they saw,” McInnis said.

“We put a lot of hard work and time into planning and construction and it’s very rewarding to see people en-

joy the beautiful block and what it has turned into.”

Neighbors are also happy with the finished product. “I think it’s amazing what they’ve done in the last year.

The condos are beautiful and much nicer than the abandoned buildings that were just sitting there.”

“Being a resident of the block, I have seen the progress on the condominiums from the start to finish.

They look great,” neighbor Frank D. said. “I’m a contractor myself and you can see that these homes were built with top-grade, quality material. It only adds value to the block and it’s a win/win situation for us. “ Kennelly is a retired firefighter who has been developing real estate since 1986. The Breezy Point resident has developed more than a billion dollars worth of property during his career including The Sycamore, Block Hall and 8 Beach Street in Manhattan, but this is his first project on the peninsula. “Having an opportunity to develop such a beautiful site 10 minutes from my home was something I couldn’t pass up,” Kennelly said.

Kennelly says residents will start to move in by February. “I would like full occupancy by Memorial Day weekend,” Kennelly said. If interested in seeing the condos, there will be another open house from 12 to 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 30 at 176 Beach 125th Street.

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BOOM! Baby Boomers Support Small Businesses (Especially on Saturday) Changing the Way We Retire The generation known as the “baby boomers” consists of those of us born between 1946 and 1964. At 76 million, we comprise 28 percent of the entire population. Boomers, currently between the ages of 50 and 68, are mostly identified with coming of age during the 1960s, claiming to be the generation that was going to change the world.

Boomers are certainly changing the way we look at retirement.

Unlike the generation before them, the retiring baby boomers will change the face of retirement in several ways. Many will choose to retire at later to recoup some of the big losses in their retirement nest eggs during the financial downturn in years just before they should have, or planned to retire.

Others may retirement but postpone plans to relocate to warmer climates due to their responsibility to care for aging parents. Still others are retiring from jobs to be available to provide childcare to their young grandchildren.

Some retirees in the caretaker role may be caring for both parents and grandchildren. And few may even be caring for sick spouses in that mix. The role of caretaker, whether planned or unanticipated can be stressful, and take its toll on the boomer who had other plans for retirement.

As Elderlaw and Estate Planning attorneys, most of our clients are in the middle class. Many are caring for an aging spouse, aging parents or grandchildren. When asked, most who are lucky enough to still have their parents say they plan to care for them at home, rather than place them in a facility. When asked if plans are in place for assumption of this caretaker role, the answer often is “no.”

The physical aspect of caretaking can cause physical stress on the baby boomer- lifting, transferring, assisting to dress, can take a physical toll on the caretaker who maybe is not as strong as he/she was in

their younger years. Caring for the elderly whose conditions may not improve, but rather worsen over time may cause depression in the boomer caretaker, whose former social life may also be curtailed by the time demands of being the primary caretaker.

Although caregiving for parents does go hand in hand with these challenges, most who take on the role are happy that they did and would do it again. As lawyers, in our office we recommend the caretaker have the necessary legal documents in place – health care proxy to step in and make medical decisions if needed; as well as Power of Attorney- to be named legal representative for all financial transactions. Having these documents completed with the assistance of a lawyer can serve to avoid the expense and delays of guardianship should the elderly person become incompetent to make decisions or manage his/her affairs.

The boomers should also have these documents in place to make things easier for their own children to care for them down the road.

Financial planning and legal planning with trusts should be done to protect as much of the seniors’ assets as possible so that if formal care is needed (home care or nursing home care) hard earned life savings or the value of the home (equity) will not be depleted in paying for that care.

Baby boomers caring for grandchildren should consider asking the children’s parents for written authority for emergency care for the grandchildren. Having this type of document in place can prevent delays in emergency treatment for minor children in the event of an accident or illness when their parents aren’t immediately available.

Nancy J. Brady, RN, Esq., is a Partner in the law firm of Brady & Marshak, LLP,156-36 Crossbay Blvd., Howard Beach, New York, 11414. She can be reached at 718-738-8500.

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By Bianca Fortis

The weekend after Thanksgiving brings a welcome tradition for many Rockaway business: Small Business Saturday.

On November 29th consumers will be asked to buy local and support their hometown businesses. The event was initiated in 2010 by American Express as a response to the consumerism of Black Friday. It was used as a way to promote small businesses – and the act of buying local – on a day that falls in between the mayhem of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Alwin Johns, who owns Ten Jays Furniture in Arverne, said one benefit of shopping at his store is that it offers better prices than big box stores on many of the same items.

Another sticking point is customer service, he said: customers can reach the staff at any time of day.

“We’re there whenever they need us,” he said. “We give so much more attention to customers.”

One local participating business

is Currans Superior Meats on Beach 116th Street. One of the co-owners, Tom Murphy, said a key to Currans being a successful small business is its down-home approach to connecting with customers. “I don’t say, ‘Hi, how can I help you?’” Murphy said. “I say, ‘Hey John, how’s it going?’ That’s key.”

Murphy also encouraged visitors to come to the business district. “If people just came out here and showed up, they would see that little by little we’re coming back,” he said. “We need as much support as we can,” he said. “If you’re interested in renting a store or buying a store, look into it. It’s a wonderful place that has so much potential.”

Shopping at small businesses is imperative for the community to survive, he said. “We all have to support each other and stand together,” he said. There is a map available on the website for participating Rockaway businesses.

For more information or to see the map, visit americanexpress.com/ us/small-business/shop-small.

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Andy’s Sausage, Apple and Rye Bread Stuffing Serves: 8 12 light rye bread slices (about 1 pound) 1 pound sweet Italian sausage (out of casing like chopped meat) 2 onions 2 celery ribs 1 clove garlic, minced 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter 2 Granny Smith applies 1 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves 2 cups of chicken broth

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• Expert grooming by a fully licensed professional.

• Specialized Treatments:Chemotherapy, Stem Cell Therapy, Acupuncture.

• Fun and clean separate boarding facilities for dogs and cats.

The cats get to watch “Cat TV” and play on their gym.

Dogs are walked several times a day and given lots of love and hugs

Sharon brings us something from Andy Feldman this week. Oh, by the way, this space will soon be exclusively Sharon’s (readers ache for her stuff!) Maybe she’ll have guest recipes once in a while. Enjoy!

Chop onions and celery and mince garlic. In a large heavy skillet brown the sausage over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, and transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. To skillet add 6 tablespoons butter (do not discard any fat in skillet) and cook onions, celery and garlic over moderately low heat, stirring, until celery is crisp-tender.

Finely chop apples. Stir apples into vegetable mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until apple is softened. Mince parsley. In a large bowl toss together bread, sausage, vegetable mixture, parsley, broth and salt and pepper to taste and transfer to baking dish Dot stuffing with remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and bake, uncovered, in the middle of the oven until golden, about 30 minutes. (Stuffing may be baked while making gravy for the turkey)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees and butter a 2-4- quart shallow baking dish. Cut bread into ½ inch cubes. In 2 shallow baking pans arrange bread in one layer and toast in upper and lower thirds of oven until golden, 10-15 minutes.

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THE GIFT

By Paulette Mancuso

The frenzy begins – the holidays!

And the never-ending gift buying and spending money. Some don’t have a lot of extra money, yet feel the need to keep up and buy more and more. It can become a time of stress in many ways: not enough time, not enough money. It’s not healthy and the stress can bring on unhappiness and unease. Even if there is enough time and enough money, “consumerism” has grown to such great proportions; retail is everywhere. Buy more spend more. Why? The continuous focus outward does nothing to give us peace to

live life happily. The “stuff” is just stuff and provides momentary pleasure. That is not to say that there isn’t a place for it – there definitely is, but many of us realized two years ago that what we hold on to and treasure is just stuff. It is not the having and keeping that is what delights us, it is the memory of the feeling and experience that is magical.

For some of us who have everything we want and need, the gift of spending time could be so welcome. Create a “gift certificate” that will allow you and the receiver to spend time together – whether it be for a meal or a walk or a visit to a museum or whatever, during

which you can just be together in all of the moments. This could be so great for kids, too; perhaps a little foreign, but it will teach them to value time with people. It can show them that what matters is human interaction. I recently read an article: 3 Singapore students created an app to give rewards for ignoring phones (texts, emails, calls), while with others. If two or more of the group touch their phones together, their phones are disabled and they get rewards by way of an apple tree growing. (newser.com, Nov. 19th.

“App Rewards People for Ignoring Their Smartphones”, by Jenn Gidman) Perhaps it’s a way of trying to break the habits of everyone looking down all of the time and interacting with a thing. Who would have ever imagined that we need a reward to interact with another human being?

The gift of spending time may not fit everyone on your gift-giving list. In that case, tell the stress to go away and think about that family member, child or friend. What is your connection? What would be meaningful? What experiences have you had together that you could memorialize? It could be very simple and not cost much or cost a lot, the idea is it is not about how much you spend, it is about what the gift offers for the receiver and for you.

The intention we have when we think, feel and do something definitely pervades the outcome of that thought, feeling or action.

When a gift is truly given from the heart, it brings happiness to the giver – that internal smile: the feeling of comfort and joy -and, of course, to the receiver, because you took the time to really think about something that could be memorable and mean something.

So, rather than giving in to the frenzy, stop and think about what it all means and what you want to contribute to those on your giftgiving list.

Question/comment? Email us at BeWellBeHappy2@gmail.com

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Things toDo THURSDAY, NOV. 27 Community thanksgiving BrunCh

at Beach 41st Street Community Center 426 Beach 40th Street 10 a.m.

FRIDAY, NOV. 28

CoaChes vs. CanCer 8th grade Boys BasketBall tournament

St. Rose vs St. Frances de Sales, 7 p.m.

St. Stan’s Oz vs. Blessed Trinity

SATURDAY, NOV. 29

CoaChes vs. CanCer 8th grade Boys BasketBall tournament Consolation game, 6 p.m.

Championship game,7 p.m.

Coaches game, 8 p.m.

TUESDAY, DEC. 5

roCkaway BeaCh CiviC assoCiation monthly meeting Knights of Columbus Hall 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, DEC. 7

dinner and drawing KC 300 Club Knights of Columbus, 330 Beach 90th 3 – 7 p.m.

winter relaxation and meditation hike

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.

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Broad Channel, Bayswater Get Plane Noise Monitor In effort to accurately monitor noise caused by planes flying to and from JFK Airport, Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder has worked with the Port Authority and has secured additional noise monitors in Bayswater and Broad Channel, Queens.

“While we understand our close proximity to the airport comes with certain challenges, new technology upgrades and noise mitigation techniques can allow our families to sleep more peacefully at night,” Goldfeder said. “Installing these noise monitors will go a long way to accurately monitor noise impact on local communities and hopefully lead to relief for our hard-working families.”

In September, Goldfeder sent a letter to the FAA and Port Authority of NY and NJ requesting the installation of airplane noise monitors in Bayswater and Broad Channel, Queens. In his letter, Goldfeder expressed that frequent flyovers from arriving and departing airplanes generate high levels of noise and negatively impact the quality of life for thousands of Queens families. In response to Goldfeder’s request, the Port Authority immediately agreed to install the noise monitors, as well as implement a flight tracking system on the agency’s

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website so residents can monitor aircraft and specific decibel levels along flight paths over these communities.

“This monitor will provide accurate levels of airplane noise that residents are exposed to,” said Rockaway resident Marilyn Chapoteau. “This information will be a useful tool in the fight to reduce airplane noise in our community.”

Dan Mundy, president of the Broad Channel Civic Association, added, “This monitor will record all airplane noise that our island residents experience and will be critical as the Port Authority conduct their part 150 noise study,” Mundy said. “Broad Channel is the only neighborhood that is adjacent to the airport that does not currently have such a monitor and both the Assemblyman and the Port Authority should be commended for moving quickly to address the town’s concerns regarding this oversight.”

Additionally, the Port Authority recently signed an agreement with Environmental Science Associates to conduct airport noise compatibility planning studies for JFK and LaGuardia over the next three years, with the goal of finding potential mitigation procedures to help alleviate residents’ concerns about aircraft noise.

The Rockaway Point Volunteer Fire Department is trying to repay a favor for some firefighters in Delaware. Tyler and Amber Bare, along with their two children, suffered a major fire in their home in Millville, Delaware on Nov. 18. The family lost everything.

Michael Kahlau, a Rockaway firefighter, said that after Hurricane Sandy, the Bare’s local fire department sent a fire truck filled with equipment to Breezy Point.

“The department they’re associated with stepped up after the storm to help us,” Kahlau said. “We wanted to reciprocate.”

The family is asking for furniture as well as clothing. The sizes are men’s

34x32 jeans and large shirts, women’s size 14, girls size 7 and medium shirts and boys 2T/3T. They are also asking for gift cards that can be used at grocery stores.

Tyler Bare is a former marine and has been a volunteer firefighter for more than 13 years. Amber Bare is a firefighter as well as an EMT. Donations will be collected at the Rockaway Point fire house. Kahlau said he can also arrange to pick up items.

He can reached through email at Rpfd6056@hotmail.com.

Rockaway volunteers will be delivering the donations this Saturday, Nov. 29.

There is also an online fundraising page set up for the family at http:// www.gofundme.com/hhszg4.

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needs help. That’s what we’re here for.

Charity is our main thing,” current Grand Knight Charles Shiel said.

With the holidays coming up, the Knights will be busy holding multiple holiday parties throughout December, including parties for children, members and the St. Camillus Special Olympians.

The council is always open to new members. A potential member must be a Catholic male and at least 18 years old. Anyone interested in becoming a member can contact another Knight or stop by the Knights of Columbus hall. The members hold meetings at 8 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. “The council has been here for 86 years and we hope to be here for another 86 years and even more going forward,” McCracken said.decision that we would welcome civic, non-profit groups that needed to conduct meetings for the betterment of the Rockaway community,” trustee and former Grand Knight, Andy McCracken said.

“We’re a charitable organization and our members live in and care about this community, so letting people use this space is one of the ways we can give back to the community,” current deputy Grand Knight Glenn

DiResto said. “If we didn’t provide the hall, where would these organizations meet?”

Following Hurricane Sandy, the Knights of Columbus hall became even more essential. The members properly secured the building with duct tape and sand bags before Sandy and had six inches of water inside, even though the water line outside marked four feet. Members worked as quickly as possible to get the building back up and functioning and it was reopened on November 28, 2012.

“With Sandy, everyone was without power and was figuring out how to rebuild their homes, so we made it our mission to open our doors, not only to civic groups and nonprofits, but to the entire community, including senior groups and for-profit groups, so people had a place to go and share stories and support each other,” McCracken said.

“We opened the doors to everyone after Sandy. Our primary goal was to be a home to these people in need,” past Grand Knight Richie Knott said.

The Knights practice the virtue of charity in many other ways by supporting members of the council and of the community, but they remain humble about their actions. “We do a lot of things that we don’t get credit

for, but we’re not looking for credit,” McCracken said. “Anyone who needs something in the community can come to the Knights,” he added.

“We’re a family oriented organization. Some members may not have a family, but we become like a family to them,” Knott said.

The Knights also hold many fundraisers which have helped those in need, far and wide.

“We try to help all of the churches, schools and basically anybody that needs help. That’s what we’re here for. Charity is our main thing,” current Grand Knight Charles Shiel said.

With the holidays coming up, the Knights will be busy holding multiple holiday parties throughout December, including parties for children, members and the St. Camillus Special Olympians.

The council is always open to new members. A potential member must be a Catholic male and at least 18 years old. Anyone interested in becoming a member can contact another Knight or stop by the Knights of Columbus hall. The members hold meetings at 8 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. “The council has been here for 86 years and we hope to be here for another 86 years and even more going forward,” McCracken said.

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Sports: Track Wrap The 2014 Cross Country season has now come to a close and Rockaway’s finest runners performed well in their championship meets. Alex Goldberg led Archbishop Molloy with a time of 17:38 at the NY Federation meet. On the girls side Jackie Gallagher finished in 20:42 and sister Therese in 21:18 for Bishop Kearney and coach John Lovett.

Jackie Thompson of Notre Dame Academy crossed in 21:42 and Carolyn Crocker of Archbishop Molloy in 22:24 on the 5k course at Bowdoin Park. Aidan Donohue finished his season with a 2nd place finish in the Jesuit Championships frosh race.

On the collegiate side, Jimmy Buckley ran a season best 27:30 for Scranton at the NCAA D3 Mideast Regional. Patrick Goldberg ran a 28:04 at the Atlantic Regional, good for 2nd best in Mount St. Vincent history, while brother James wrapped up his career by taking 55 seconds off his previous best to finish in 29:23. The brothers credit the addition of coach Jim McVeigh to the CMSV staff for their success this season.

The meets for D1 and D2 are run on 10k and Conor Gallagher clocked 33:29 and brother Liam 34:49 for Molloy College at the D2 Northeast Regional. Devin Rocks ran 34:13 for Fordham in the D1 Regional at Van Cortlandt Park and then 27:15 this weekend for 8k at the IC4A championships.

It was a great season and they all look forward to returning home to run for the Rockaway Gliders and in the many local road races.

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