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May 26, 2006
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This is the weekend that we honor those heroes who gave their lives to preserve our freedom as well as those who continue to fight in foreign lands. As is traditional, there will be two parades this weekend. On Sunday, May 28, the Broad Channel Parade, sponsored by both the American Legion and the V More...

Two brand new cops assigned to the 100 Precinct took a loaded handgun off the streets of Rockaway Beach last weekend and charged four men in connection with the incident, The Wave learned this week. More...

Those who look forward to getting The Wave each week will have an extra incentive with this issue. More...

The grandmother of a missing teenage girl who was last seen in Rockaway earlier this month has a heartfelt message for her granddaughter: "I love you unconditionally. I'm your granny, you don't have to run and you don't have to hide." More...

Hundreds of tenants of the three-building Surfside Houses (1 Beach 105 Street, 107-10 and 106-20 Shore Front Parkway) joined picketers last Saturday, May 20, for a rally in support of a two-week old strike by workers against Alma Realty and the building's owner, Steve Valiotis. More...
RV' - Road Outrage
The only thing truly wonderful about "RV" is that Robin Williams has decided to be funny again. After a long succession of serious movies ("What Dreams May Come," "Insomnia," "30 Minute Photo," "Final Cut"), the great comedian is going for full-blown laughs. More...
The New York City Fire Department, led by LB Matt Helman (51) lays a huge hit on NYPD QB Randy Litrell. The FDNY proved victorious in a 166 win in the 34th Annual Fun City Bowl Game at the new Aviator Sports Complex at Floyd Bennett Field. A crowd of an estimated 2000 people were on hand as the game More...
On paper, at least, Steve Valiotis seems to be a good man. The owner of Rockaway's Surfside Houses (1 Beach 105, 106-20 and 107-10 Shore Front Parkway) was recently honored by a breast cancer organization for his support. His official biography says that he contributes greatly to his community and h More...
T his letter was sent to Rockaway Little League head Marty Andressen in response to his letter in last week's Wavc. More...
Gateway Happenings Note: Most events at Gateway National Park require reservations. Please check in advance of your attendance. More...
Elaine Gordon Home Health Aide
Elaine Gordon, a Rockaway resident for over 20 years, died May 19. She was 63. More...