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The Village of East Rockaway is proud of our East Rockaway Fire Department volunteers for lending mutual aid last week to Orange County departments fighting the wildfires in the Lower Hudson Valley - assisting many of the same departments who came to our community's aid in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

READ MORE about our volunteers' efforts here -> https://villageofeastrockaway.org/news/village-of-east-rockaway-erfd-offer-mutual-aid-to-fellow-new-yorkers-in-orange-county-experiencing-wildfires/

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-20T00:32:06+0000

The Village of East Rockaway is proud of our East Rockaway Fire Department volunteers for lending mutual aid last week to Orange County departments fighting the wildfires in the Lower Hudson Valley - assisting many of the same departments who came to our community's aid in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. READ MORE about our volunteers' efforts here -> https://villageofeastrockaway.org/news/village-of-east-rockaway-erfd-offer-mutual-aid-to-fellow-new-yorkers-in-orange-county-experiencing-wildfires/

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-18T20:42:27+0000

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-13T22:47:02+0000

ICYMI: Mayor Gordon Fox & Chief Shane Vesce announced that the Village of East Rockaway and the East Rockaway Fire Department began relieving the burden on taxpayers & sustaining critical emergency services by harnessing the recently enacted New York State EMS Cost Recovery Act as of November 1, 2024. ERFD is now billing insurance companies directly for ambulance services utilized, ensuring that taxpayers are not the sole financiers of these crucial emergency response costs.

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East Rockaway Utilizes New York EMS Cost Recovery Law to Relieve Taxpayer Burden & Sustain Critical Emergency Services - Village of East Rockaway

Village of East Rockaway & East Rockaway Fire Department Implement State Law…

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-12T18:31:01+0000

Great news for East Rockaway residents, business owners and other village stakeholders! Mayor Gordon Fox & Village of East Rockaway Justice Richard Braverman unveiled an easier and more accessible way to handle Justice Court payments - now available on the village's recently upgraded website. The user-friendly payment platform is secure, easy to navigate, and accessible 24/7. This is a significant step forward in improving customer service & streamlining government processes...helping reduce wait times and improve efficiency.

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East Rockaway Justice Court Welcomes Online Payments - Village of East Rockaway

EAST ROCKAWAY, N.Y. – The Village of East Rockaway announces the launch…

The Village of East Rockaway’s Veterans Day ceremony at Memorial Park brought neighbors, veterans, and community stakeholders together to honor those who served our nation in uniform, willing to pay the ultimate price to defend our freedom and liberties.

Mayor Gordon Fox and the village board welcomed the Robert F. Garrison VFW Post #3350 and the East Rockaway American Legion as the colors were posted, and both members’ service and sacrifice recognized.

The outpouring of support from neighbors reflected the gratitude and deep respect that the entire #EastRockaway community holds for our veterans. The ceremony was a poignant reminder of the lasting impact that these courageous men & women have on our lives and freedoms.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-11T17:01:03+0000

The Village of East Rockaway’s Veterans Day ceremony at Memorial Park brought neighbors, veterans, and community stakeholders together to honor those who served our nation in uniform, willing to pay the ultimate price to defend our freedom and liberties. Mayor Gordon Fox and the village board welcomed the Robert F. Garrison VFW Post #3350 and the East Rockaway American Legion as the colors were posted, and both members’ service and sacrifice recognized. The outpouring of support from neighbors reflected the gratitude and deep respect that the entire #EastRockaway community holds for our veterans. The ceremony was a poignant reminder of the lasting impact that these courageous men & women have on our lives and freedoms.

This #VeteransDay, the Village of East Rockaway salutes each and every member of our community who served our nation in uniform, defending our liberty and freedoms during periods of war, conflict and peace.

Thank you to East Rockaway School District’s Centre Avenue School for their moving Veterans Day ceremony & educational unit as well as Knights of Columbus St. Raymond’s Council #7220 for ensuring our community always remembers our warrior’s service and sacrifice.

Mayor Gordon Fox, a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, was joined by Trustees Anthony J. Santino & Stephanie Paul in recognizing members of the military - past and present - for exemplifying the highest ideals of courage, patriotism.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-11T13:30:03+0000

This #VeteransDay, the Village of East Rockaway salutes each and every member of our community who served our nation in uniform, defending our liberty and freedoms during periods of war, conflict and peace. Thank you to East Rockaway School District’s Centre Avenue School for their moving Veterans Day ceremony & educational unit as well as Knights of Columbus St. Raymond’s Council #7220 for ensuring our community always remembers our warrior’s service and sacrifice. Mayor Gordon Fox, a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, was joined by Trustees Anthony J. Santino & Stephanie Paul in recognizing members of the military - past and present - for exemplifying the highest ideals of courage, patriotism.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-01T19:16:27+0000

Monday Book Club!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-11-01T19:12:02+0000

Our October Stars of the week!

Happy Diwali to those celebrating in our Village of East Rockaway!

Mayor Gordon Fox, the Village Board, and Village Justice Richard Braverman wish everyone celebrating a joyous Festival of Light filled with peace, prosperity, and happiness.

May this Diwali bring warmth and unity to our community and beyond.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-31T19:15:02+0000

Happy Diwali to those celebrating in our Village of East Rockaway! Mayor Gordon Fox, the Village Board, and Village Justice Richard Braverman wish everyone celebrating a joyous Festival of Light filled with peace, prosperity, and happiness. May this Diwali bring warmth and unity to our community and beyond.

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The Village of East Rockaway's Fall Festival that featured music by Track 9 AND the Haunted Grist Mill were a smashing success!

Thank you to all our neighbors who made it to Memorial Park for the festivities. Feel free to share your photos and tag us.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-31T00:29:49+0000

The Village of East Rockaway's Fall Festival that featured music by Track 9 AND the Haunted Grist Mill were a smashing success! Thank you to all our neighbors who made it to Memorial Park for the festivities. Feel free to share your photos and tag us.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-28T14:52:20+0000

Registration is still open for our Yoga and Me classes. To register, email NLanderer@villageofeastrockaway.org by Friday, October 1st

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-28T13:19:03+0000

Registration is still open for our Yoga and Me classes. To register, email [email protected] by Friday, October 1st

What a hauntingly bootiful day! Fun for ghouls of all ages!
Games, craft, live music, food, beer, and wine!! Bring you lawn chairs !

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-26T12:35:12+0000

What a hauntingly bootiful day! Fun for ghouls of all ages! Games, craft, live music, food, beer, and wine!! Bring you lawn chairs !

The Village of East Rockaway Haunted Grist Mill is prepared… 👺 👻 Will we see you?? Enter…if you dare!

October 25
7pm to 9pm

October 26
“Not Too Spooky” Haunted Grist Mill for Our Younger Ghouls from 5pm to 6pm

Our Older Guests are welcomed back from 7pm to 9pm

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-25T14:45:49+0000

The Village of East Rockaway Haunted Grist Mill is prepared… 👺 👻 Will we see you?? Enter…if you dare! October 25 7pm to 9pm October 26 “Not Too Spooky” Haunted Grist Mill for Our Younger Ghouls from 5pm to 6pm Our Older Guests are welcomed back from 7pm to 9pm

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-24T22:15:32+0000

Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-24T16:35:30+0000

The East Rockaway Haunted Grist Mill is getting ready to welcome its unsuspecting guests....we mean, it's visitors. Enter if you dare.....

October 25
7pm to 9pm

October 26
"Not Too Spooky" Haunted Grist Mill for Our Younger Ghouls from 5pm to 6pm
Our Older Guests are welcomed back from 7pm to 9pm

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-24T14:52:11+0000

The East Rockaway Haunted Grist Mill is getting ready to welcome its unsuspecting guests....we mean, it's visitors. Enter if you dare..... October 25 7pm to 9pm October 26 "Not Too Spooky" Haunted Grist Mill for Our Younger Ghouls from 5pm to 6pm Our Older Guests are welcomed back from 7pm to 9pm

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-23T17:29:12+0000

Mayor Gordon Fox & the Village of East Rockaway Board of Trustees invite neighbors to join the village's Halloween Party in the Park! 🎃

Our event in Memorial Park spans 3:00pm to 6:00pm for the younger ghouls ... while goblins can enjoy music by Track 9 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Are you *dying* to come? 🦇👻

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-23T13:24:51+0000

Mayor Gordon Fox & the Village of East Rockaway Board of Trustees invite neighbors to join the village's Halloween Party in the Park! 🎃 Our event in Memorial Park spans 3:00pm to 6:00pm for the younger ghouls ... while goblins can enjoy music by Track 9 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Are you *dying* to come? 🦇👻

Village of East Rockaway️ Updated their status. 2024-10-23T00:36:19+0000

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The East Rockaway Fire Department Expo held in the Village’s Memorial Park this past weekend brought safety front and center for our community.

Mayor Gordon Fox, Deputy Mayor Bruno Romano, and Trustees Stephanie Paul & Frank Passanissi III were on hand to support the efforts of ERFD, emphasizing the importance of fire safety education and community preparedness.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-22T13:04:16+0000

The East Rockaway Fire Department Expo held in the Village’s Memorial Park this past weekend brought safety front and center for our community. Mayor Gordon Fox, Deputy Mayor Bruno Romano, and Trustees Stephanie Paul & Frank Passanissi III were on hand to support the efforts of ERFD, emphasizing the importance of fire safety education and community preparedness.

Join us this weekend for a Halloween Party in the Park! Our fun-filled weekend begins on Friday night, October 25th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. with the Haunted Grist Mill. Enjoy the afternoon on October 26th from 3:00-9:00 p.m. Enjoy our pet parade, costume parade, games, live music, beer tent, merchandise vendors, and food truck.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-22T12:56:31+0000

Join us this weekend for a Halloween Party in the Park! Our fun-filled weekend begins on Friday night, October 25th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. with the Haunted Grist Mill. Enjoy the afternoon on October 26th from 3:00-9:00 p.m. Enjoy our pet parade, costume parade, games, live music, beer tent, merchandise vendors, and food truck.

Village of East Rockaway️ Updated their status. 2024-10-18T19:10:57+0000

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Mayor Gordon Fox and the Board of the Village of East Rockaway wish a Happy Columbus Day!

In addition to celebrating the rich cultural contributions and impact that Italian-Americans have made to our village & nation, we recognize the bravery of the Italian explorer who set sail in 1492 on a daring voyage for new horizons.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-14T13:56:31+0000

Mayor Gordon Fox and the Board of the Village of East Rockaway wish a Happy Columbus Day! In addition to celebrating the rich cultural contributions and impact that Italian-Americans have made to our village & nation, we recognize the bravery of the Italian explorer who set sail in 1492 on a daring voyage for new horizons.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-11T16:54:10+0000

Wishing our Jewish neighbors celebrating an easy & meaningful fast this #YomKippur.

G'mar tov!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-11T15:39:19+0000

Wishing our Jewish neighbors celebrating an easy & meaningful fast this #YomKippur. G'mar tov!

Yoga and me programs for caretakers and babies/toddlers. Come and enjoy an interactive program of yoga, music, and more.
Registration information is available by e-mailing NLanderer@villageofeastrockaway.org

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-10T19:09:34+0000

Yoga and me programs for caretakers and babies/toddlers. Come and enjoy an interactive program of yoga, music, and more. Registration information is available by e-mailing [email protected]

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-10T18:00:07+0000

Halloween is just around the corner! If you'd like to sign your home up for the Village of East Rockaway 's 2024 Halloween Decorated Home map to let ghouls & goblins of all ages see your glorious decorations, follow the easy directions in the link below. Don't miss the chance to showcase your spooky spirit!

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2024 Village Halloween Decorated Home Map - Village of East Rockaway

E-mail [email protected] and [email protected] if you'd like your home, or a neighbor's…

Thank you to Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre (HERJC) for hosting a wonderful Touch-A-Truck event for our community's children and their parents, loved ones, and caregivers.

Village of East Rockaway Trustees Stephanie Paul & Anthony J. Santino were joined by Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick to see families enjoy this interactive, hands-on-event that allows children to climb on, explore and discover their favorite trucks and vehicles. The Village DPW was glad to send one of their vehicles for our kids to explore!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-10T13:18:16+0000

Thank you to Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre (HERJC) for hosting a wonderful Touch-A-Truck event for our community's children and their parents, loved ones, and caregivers. Village of East Rockaway Trustees Stephanie Paul & Anthony J. Santino were joined by Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick to see families enjoy this interactive, hands-on-event that allows children to climb on, explore and discover their favorite trucks and vehicles. The Village DPW was glad to send one of their vehicles for our kids to explore!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-09T15:33:37+0000

Village of East Rockaway️ Updated their status. 2024-10-02T16:56:05+0000

🍯✨ Shana Tova! The Village of East Rockaway wishes our Jewish neighbors a Happy, Sweet & Peaceful New Year at the start of Rosh Hashana this evening.

May this new year bring you blessings and beautiful moments! 🌟🍏 #ShanaTova #5785

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-02T16:01:02+0000

🍯✨ Shana Tova! The Village of East Rockaway wishes our Jewish neighbors a Happy, Sweet & Peaceful New Year at the start of Rosh Hashana this evening. May this new year bring you blessings and beautiful moments! 🌟🍏 #ShanaTova #5785

We are still accepting registration for all our programs.
E-mail Nlanderer@villageofeastrockaway.org for registration information.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-10-01T16:24:07+0000

We are still accepting registration for all our programs. E-mail [email protected] for registration information.

New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran recognized Village of East Rockaway Trustee Stephanie Paul as one of the newest Women of Distinction, joining the ranks of trailblazers from around New York State.

Mayor Gordon Fox, Deputy Mayor Bruno Romano, and Trustee Anthony J. Santino were joined by Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Comptroller and Congressman Anthony D'Esposito to congratulations their colleague in government.

Assemblyman Curran recognized local women whose commitment to community go above and beyond the call of civic engagement and outreach.

Trustee Paul is the current President of the East Rockaway Kiwanis Club, a community organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, where she also leads the group’s children’s reading & craft program held in conjunction with the Nassau County Police Department. She also heads the organization’s annual Police Officer Appreciation dinner.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-30T15:22:28+0000

New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran recognized Village of East Rockaway Trustee Stephanie Paul as one of the newest Women of Distinction, joining the ranks of trailblazers from around New York State. Mayor Gordon Fox, Deputy Mayor Bruno Romano, and Trustee Anthony J. Santino were joined by Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Comptroller and Congressman Anthony D'Esposito to congratulations their colleague in government. Assemblyman Curran recognized local women whose commitment to community go above and beyond the call of civic engagement and outreach. Trustee Paul is the current President of the East Rockaway Kiwanis Club, a community organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, where she also leads the group’s children’s reading & craft program held in conjunction with the Nassau County Police Department. She also heads the organization’s annual Police Officer Appreciation dinner.

Unforgettable East Rockaway Homecoming win!!
Congratulations, Rocks!

East Rockaway School District

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-30T15:14:47+0000

Unforgettable East Rockaway Homecoming win!! Congratulations, Rocks! East Rockaway School District

Village of East Rockaway️ Updated their status. 2024-09-26T16:15:22+0000

The Village of East Rockaway is excited to welcome yet another new business into our community - Batch Cookies 'n Cream.

Mayor Gordon Fox, Trustee Stephanie Paul, Trustee Anthony J. Santino and the entire Village Board are excited to see our our business district continue to grow and add to the vibrancy of our village.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-26T16:14:10+0000

The Village of East Rockaway is excited to welcome yet another new business into our community - Batch Cookies 'n Cream. Mayor Gordon Fox, Trustee Stephanie Paul, Trustee Anthony J. Santino and the entire Village Board are excited to see our our business district continue to grow and add to the vibrancy of our village.

Trustee Anthony J. Santino, a former Hempstead Town Supervisor, congratulated Village of East Rockaway Clerk-Treasurer Theresa Gaffney for earning the Diamond Fellowship conveyed by the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center Foundation at the organization's Black & White Gala.

Gaffney was lauded for her extraordinary commitment to the youth of our community.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-26T13:45:47+0000

Trustee Anthony J. Santino, a former Hempstead Town Supervisor, congratulated Village of East Rockaway Clerk-Treasurer Theresa Gaffney for earning the Diamond Fellowship conveyed by the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center Foundation at the organization's Black & White Gala. Gaffney was lauded for her extraordinary commitment to the youth of our community.

Don't miss out on the first of 3 adult workshops!
E-mail Nlanderer@villageofeastrockaway.org for registration information.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-26T13:34:15+0000

Don't miss out on the first of 3 adult workshops! E-mail [email protected] for registration information.

In-person registration for our fall programs is tonight 6:00-8-00 p.m. at the East Rockaway Recreation building, 17 John Street. For more information call or e-mail,
NLanderer@villageofeastrockaway.org
516-341-0996
https://villageofeastrockaway.org/department/recreation/

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-23T12:55:52+0000

In-person registration for our fall programs is tonight 6:00-8-00 p.m. at the East Rockaway Recreation building, 17 John Street. For more information call or e-mail, [email protected] 516-341-0996 https://villageofeastrockaway.org/department/recreation/

The Village of East Rockaway Recreation Department will be joining Rhame Pta tomorrow - Friday, September 20 - from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to conduct registration for our department's Fall programs. Look forward to seeing you there!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-19T14:23:24+0000

The Village of East Rockaway Recreation Department will be joining Rhame Pta tomorrow - Friday, September 20 - from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to conduct registration for our department's Fall programs. Look forward to seeing you there!

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-19T13:37:37+0000

The Village of East Rockaway's Recreation Department is currently holding OPEN REGISTRATION for their Fall 2024 programs, with even more programming to be announced soon. Check out the offerings on our new village webpage -> https://villageofeastrockaway.org/department/recreation/ Reach out to Recreation Leader Nancy Landerer at [email protected] or call (516) 341-0996 with your questions or for more information.

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Frank M. Pignataro Recreation Center - Village of East Rockaway

The Frank M. Pignataro Recreation Center is named in memory of East…

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Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-17T17:02:33+0000

Mayor Gordon Fox and Trustees Stephanie Paul and Frank Passanisi III are pictured with several attendees of The Mary Ruchalski Foundation's Hearts of Gold gala event aimed at raising awareness of pediatric cancer and providing funding for research to end the disease.

Also attending the event (not pictured) were Deputy Mayor Bruno Romano, Trustee Anthony J. Santino, and Village Clerk-Treasurer Theresa Gaffney.

Thank you to New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran for spearheading the outstanding local attendance. The Village of East Rockaway proudly joined our neighbors from the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook, Incorporated Village of Malverne, and Village of Rockville Centre to support this non-profit's mission and Mary's memory & legacy.

Village of East Rockaway️ 2024-09-17T16:51:29+0000

Mayor Gordon Fox and Trustees Stephanie Paul and Frank Passanisi III are pictured with several attendees of The Mary Ruchalski Foundation's Hearts of Gold gala event aimed at raising awareness of pediatric cancer and providing funding for research to end the disease. Also attending the event (not pictured) were Deputy Mayor Bruno Romano, Trustee Anthony J. Santino, and Village Clerk-Treasurer Theresa Gaffney. Thank you to New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran for spearheading the outstanding local attendance. The Village of East Rockaway proudly joined our neighbors from the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook, Incorporated Village of Malverne, and Village of Rockville Centre to support this non-profit's mission and Mary's memory & legacy.