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More NYC shark sightings reported at Rockaway Beach, but swimming still allowed
"We never want to close our beaches, but the safety of our swimmers is our top priority," the New York Parks Department said. "Thankfully, on Monday we were able to...
Two more sharks spotted at Rockaway Beach as 'scary' sightings, attacks surge in NY
Two sharks were spotted were spotted at Rockaway Beach on Monday morning at Beach 73rd Street, according to ABC 7.
Endangered birds on Rockaway beaches being watched over by NYC nonprofit
Volunteers have been braving the heat this week to protect the endangered piping plovers that flock to Rockaway beaches.
Shark sightings close Rockaway Beach for swimming as NYC heat wave continues
"Beach goers are not allowed in the water at this time, but the boardwalk and concessions remain open," the Parks Department tweeted at 2:14 p.m.
NYC closes Rockaway beaches after 2 more shark sightings
The sightings have shut down some of the most accessible beaches in the five boroughs on one of the hottest days of the summer so far.
Best of: Blue-collar NYC, Jersey beaches beat Hamptons in 'best beaches' survey
Travel and Leisure recently released its selection of the 25 best beaches in the United States.
The summer's hottest beachside club and pool party is in Queens
The summer’s hottest new pool party is at Queens' Rockaway Hotel, a new luxury resort that opened in September blocks from the ocean in The Rockaways.
Rockaway Beach bums burned by two-hour subway delays
Beach bums looking to go to Rockaway Beach found themselves stranded after subway service over the South Channel Bridge went dark for nearly two hours.
Deadpool: Potentially dangerous lifeguard shortage hits NYC
A staffing shortage is causing some Rockaway Beach lifeguards to protest grueling working conditions, creating a potentially dangerous situation for families, guards told The Post.
Smells fishy: New owners of Rockaway Beach snack bar claim sabotage
The new operators of a Rockaway Beach snack bar found an unwelcome surprise when they unlocked the property last week and found it vandalized with rotting fish in the walls...
Body of missing Rockaway Beach swimmer recovered on shores
Authorities said Chinnel Brown of Brownsville, Brooklyn, was found on the shore near Beach 136th St. and Rockaway Beach Blvd. at 9:49 a.m.
First responders pause search for missing Rockaway swimmer
First responders have paused their search for a swimmer who went missing at Rockaway beach Friday due to bad weather, police said. A woman in her 20s is unaccounted for...
NYC beachgoers bummed by lack of lifeguards — which is causing unsocial distancing
Long stretches of surf still remain off-limits due to a lack of lifeguards — making it tough to socially distance in the waters where taking a dip is allowed.
Finny business: Shark appears at Rockaway Beach days before reopening
Just in time! A shark showed up at Rockaway Beach on Monday -- just two days before swimming is set to resume at the popular summer hot spot. Local Regina...
Ruff day at the shore: Dogs chase young seal away on NYC beach
An adorable young seal spotted on Rockaway Beach over the weekend was chased back into the water by two frisky dogs, according to a wild new video.
Man drowns at Rockaway Beach after being swept out to sea
A 24-year-old man drowned in the waters off Rockaway Beach on Friday afternoon -- setting an ominous tone for what could be a dangerous Memorial Day weekend on the city’s...
Suspect arrested in murder of man in Rockaway Beach
A 33-year-old Queens man has been arrested for gunning down another man in Rockaway Beach back in December, police said Friday. Michael Hall was arrested on Thursday and charged with...
Teen swept to sea at Rockaway Beach went in to save pal: family
The family of one of the teens swept out to sea at Rockaway Beach says the missing boy went in to save his friend, who couldn't swim. "I guess he...
NYPD searching for teen swimmers who went missing off Rockaway Beach
Two teenage boys went missing while swimming off Rockaway Beach on Tuesday, police said. A third boy, 15, with them was rescued by a nearby surfer at the shore near...
Blind dog tries to help beached dolphin on Rockaway Beach
He's a pooch with a “porpoise.” A dolphin carcass washed up on Rockaway Beach Saturday morning -- and a blind pit bull-Shar-Pei mix rushed to help the fallen sea creature,...