Nor’easter transforms Rockaway Beach into resembling Ireland’s steep cliffs
This past weekend’s powerful nor’easter has significantly eroded large portions of the Rockaway coastline, giving it an almost dramatic resemblance to the rugged cliffs found in Ireland. The storm caused severe damage to the beachfront at Jacob Riis Park, leaving steep drop-offs and visible patches of black sand that outlined the expansive tides that surged […]
Rockaway Ocean Club officially opens at the historic Jacob Riis Bathhouse
The curtain has been lifted on a new chapter. On Saturday, the Rockaway Ocean Club opened its doors, making it the first opportunity for the public to enjoy the Jacob Riis Bathhouse in over half a century. A tour of the stylish beach house revealed its modern amenities, all part of a historic city-owned site […]
New Yorker who was bitten by a shark marks progress two years after the Rockaway incident.
Tatyana Koltunyuk is making incredible strides on her recovery journey—especially considering the shark attack that left her with severe injuries just two years ago at Rockaway Beach. She lost a significant amount of flesh during the incident, which occurred while she was swimming alone near Beach 59th Avenue on August 7, 2023. This attack marked […]