Rockaway Beach, NY - National Grid decided to come to a halt with supplying gas to new emerging residences and businesses because they feared not having enough gas by winter of 2019-2020. This tactic was in response to consumers not siding with the construction of the new gas pipeline that is set to be built … Continue reading National Grid’s bullying tactics are ending
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Healthy Eats in the Rockaways
Are you a conscious eater? How often do you want something to eat that offers you healthier choices? For more pictures visit: https://spark.adobe.com/page/C1IDOEVQPXZXx/ Local residents of Rockaway Beach finally got their wish when Cuisine by Claudette opened up on Beach 116th Street in 2012. Cuisine by Claudette is a health-conscious and vegan restaurant. From cupcakes … Continue reading Healthy Eats in the Rockaways
Stand Strong and Say No to Fracked Gas in NYC
Rockaway Beach, NY - Fracked gas has been around since the early 1800s. It was discovered during the Battle of Fredericksburg, VA. Due to the drilling technique shale rock, oil and natural gas were extracted from it. This allowed the U.S. to produce more oil and gas. According to oilprice.com, it is stated by the … Continue reading Stand Strong and Say No to Fracked Gas in NYC
Kim Fraczek Takes On The Williams Pipeline Again
Rockaway Beach, NY - In today's ever-changing environment, some people welcome the change and those who don't want the change. One of the biggest issues plaguing NYC today is the Williams Pipeline. The purpose of the pipeline is to transport fracked gas also known as methane through Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and the … Continue reading Kim Fraczek Takes On The Williams Pipeline Again
The Coalition orchestrates another move to Stop the Williams Pipeline
Queens, NY – Today on July 13, 2019, is the last day for consumers to send a letter to the Department of Environmental Conservation expressing their concerns regarding the Stop the Williams Pipeline. In the past, DEC already declined the proposal for the pipeline. Customers were recently sent an email from National Grid stating that … Continue reading The Coalition orchestrates another move to Stop the Williams Pipeline
Jonna Burgess, 6 years old, doesn’t let her physical disability take away from enjoying life
Rockaway Beach, NY- Life sometimes throws us curveballs and we have to be ready to handle them. On July 11, 2012 twin brother and sister Derek and Jonna were born to parents Donna Cornett and John Burgess. Jonna was diagnosed with Hirschsprung disease, and later developed cerebral palsy along with other health issues. This little … Continue reading Jonna Burgess, 6 years old, doesn’t let her physical disability take away from enjoying life
Samaya Clark-Gabriel is Taking Basketball to a New Level
Brooklyn, New York - Samaya Clark-Gabriel a nine-year-old athletic phenom who can dribble two basketballs and do a full split while blindfolded. Most adults can’t even dribble two basketballs at the same time. Samaya is a fun, loving and humble little girl who loves helping people. Aside from her athletic ability, acing her academics in … Continue reading Samaya Clark-Gabriel is Taking Basketball to a New Level
Spoken Word Artist, Distinguish, Helps to Educate Youth
Jamaica, NY – Sometimes in life you look for the influence of superstars, but in reality, you can look right in your own backyard. Henry Gray known as Distinguish is an entrepreneur, writer, poet, and advocate for today’s youth. Henry Gray takes a lot of pride by showcasing an upcoming artist who might not get … Continue reading Spoken Word Artist, Distinguish, Helps to Educate Youth
Coach Stroud takes Erasmus HS football players to Maryland Football Camp
Brooklyn, NY – When you meet Keith Stroud, you meet a friendly coach who is all about mentoring young athletes to better themselves. Keith Stroud, offensive coordinator for Erasmus Hall HS took some of his skilled position players to a football camp at the University of Maryland this weekend, on Saturday, June 1, 2019. It … Continue reading Coach Stroud takes Erasmus HS football players to Maryland Football Camp
Cuisine by Claudette opens up second location during Memorial Day Weekend.
Rockaway Beach, NY - During the Memorial Day Weekend Far Rockaway’s local cafe is opening its doors to a second location; Cuisine by Claudette on 167-02 Rockaway Beach Blvd. Cuisine by Claudette was opened since 2012 in the Rockaways. This café is a health-conscious type of food with a family-friendly environment. You can enjoy a … Continue reading Cuisine by Claudette opens up second location during Memorial Day Weekend.