I hope that everyone has had a happy and healthy first half of the calendar year 2012, and would like to wish everyone a safe and relaxing summer. Last month I was elected to my fourth term as Grand Knight of Msgr. William F. Burke Rockaway Council. My sincere thanks go out to all the members who have made my time as Grand Knight such a positive and rewarding experience. Read more.

• At our 87th Corporate Communion Breakfast on Sunday April 22nd, awards were presented to Michael McGee and Francis Bagley for their commitment to the community and organization. Thank you and congratulations from all of us!
• The fundraiser for Knights "A Day At The Races" was held on February 12. Thank you for your continued support and making this fundraiser project a success!
• Our Council's Knights were featured in the Supreme Council's "Knights In Action" page for our "Operation Santa Claus" toy distribution to sick and needy children.