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December 2018 - Jan 2019 newsletter

January 21, 2019

Hi Rockets:

We voted on the new board members for 2019:

President-Toby Biegel-Massa

Vice President-LIsa Lubarsky

Secretary-Susan Proce

Treasurer-Nancy Wagner Wetzel

Master Male Captain-Tony Larocca

Master Female Captain-Trish Mulligan

Open Male Captain-Tom Mckernan

Open Female...

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April Newsletter

April 24, 2018

Guest Speaker #1 Bob Moore,Mid Island Rotary spoke about Race they put on The Spring Meltdown Sunday April 29th At Fresh Kills Park .Their main purpose is fundraising for local community mainly helping women,children,food pantries,etc.Mid Island is supported by local b...

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March Newsletter:

March 7, 2018

President Toby Biegel and V.P. Lisa Lubarsky introduced Guest Speaker Bill Allert,new President of SITRAC,Bill gave an inspiring speech about the mission of SITRAC as an umbrella advocacy group for the running community.They are involved in sponsoring the Triple Crown...

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Jan and Feb 2018 Newseltter:

February 1, 2018

Richmond Rocket Newsletter- 1/16/18 Meeting

Opened meeting with Pledge

Toby Biegel-Massa & Lisa Lubarsky welcomed everyone to their first meeting as the new leadership of the Rockets

Thank you Darlene Vigliotti for taking the minutes.

Updates included:

-Rocket application –...

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December

December 16, 2017

Minutes from December  6th meeting

First….a message from your departing President, Jimmy Hart, departing Vice President Andrea Dorman and myself, your departing Secretary:…. 

“ Thank you all for allowing us to represent the Richmond Rockets as your board members for 2017...

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October Newsletter :)

October 4, 2017

Hello Rockets:     

Here are the minutes from our October Meeting…..

-Nancy gave our Treasure Report.

-Trish went over the assignments for our upcomingHalloween Costume Run/Walk occurring onSunday Oct 29, 2017.  Anyone interested in helping out that da...

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September Newsletter!

September 22, 2017

Hi Rockets:  Here is what was discussed at our meeting: 

Upcoming races

9/16/17 – Sat. 9:30-  NYR Runs  Outrace Poverty 5K – Firefighters Field Roosevelt Island-UUNFCU Foundation Outrace

9/17/17 -  Sun. 9AM  NYRR  NYC Marathon 18M Tune Up- Central Park (near cap...

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August Newsletter :)

August 12, 2017

Hello Rockets:

We had a great meeting with 23 members in attendance! Yah!  Here are the minutes….

Upcoming Races:

8/15 -   Sat.  9AM  5K & 10K benefitting MS Runs the us…ON Governor’s Island

8/19 –  Sat.  9AM 3rd race of Steve Lauria Series- SICA Fun Run...

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July Newsletter

July 12, 2017

Minutes from July 10 2017 meeting:

  • Jimmy started the meeting by thanking those that came and helped score Cosme’s 5K Run in Coney Island on June 25th:   Trish Mulligan, Darlene Vigliotti, Andrea Dorman, Joanne Roseillo, Mike & Cherly Bergeron, Bozena Niebrzydowski,...

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June newsletter

June 7, 2017

:Treasurers Report – was read to those in attendance.
 
Congratulations to all that ran the Memorial Day Run, the first leg of the SI Triple crown: Rocket Members that placed 1st, 2nd or 3rd  in their age group…
 
Kristina Wiezbaski      1st age 15 to 19...

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    Rest In Peace to Our Beloved Richmond Rockets Member: Richard "Richie"Chin

    ~ 1958 - 2020~

    We are still celebrating life...the life of our dear friend and Richmond Rockets team member who recently passed away, Richard Chin. He always wanted to see others happy. Rest In Peace Dear Richie! A message from him via his family shown at his funeral service: " ~LOVE YOUR LIFE: Thank You for making me Rich, as friends and family are priceless. Be happy, smile and laugh, enjoy the journey, and keep on running!~ "

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    Richard W. Chin, 61, of Rosebank Staten Island, passed away on April 23 2020. A beloved husband, father, brother, family to many, and friend to many - was born in Hong Kong, China in 1958, and moved to Staten Island in 1971. He worked as a Postal supervisor and school safety agent who loved the children at PS 4. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for over 30 years before retiring as a supervisor. After less than two years of retirement, he joined the NYPD as a school safety agent and most recently was assigned to providing security and ensuring the safety of students, faculty and visitors of PS 4 in Arden Heights.

    Richard was so kind-hearted and always had a smile on his face, and much laughter! At our Richmond Rockets meetings he was so friendly and always joking with the guys, and at our holiday parties he hit the dance floor running with the best moves - always so happy and energized. He had such life and amazing joy about him. He was an amazing sprint runner at a young age, and one of the fastest as a teenager - winning many running championships. He was an avid runner and bowler, enjoyed dancing, puzzles, games of chance and more importantly, he loved his children at PS 4.

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    He is survived by his wife, Catherine and children, Justin and Cyndi, as well as surviving siblings Tony, Amy, Gloria and Allen.

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    A wake was held at Hanley Funeral Home in New Dorp on Friday, May 1 between 2 and 4 p.m. with a memorial service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Richard's family is accepting contributions towards a memorial plaque at: gofundme.com/f/richard-w-chin-memorial-plaque. Any donation would be greatly appreciated! Our condolences to his family. We are so sad to see our dear friend and family member pass away, and will remember the best memories with him as we celebrate his life.

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    COVID-19: Breakthrough Recovery Story by Richmond Rockets Member: Dr. Francesco Rotatori

    Update: Due to his recent staff leadership and front-line assistance with COVID-19 affected patients, Richmond Rockets team member and hospital hero Dr. Francesco Rotatori recently received a promotion at Richmond University hospital in Staten Island - his new role at RUMC is Chief of Cardiology. Congratulations Dr. Rotatori for everything you have done for the community and patients!

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    https://www.silive.com/news/2020/05/doctor-who-has-been-part-of-coronavirus-response-at-rumc-is-named-new-chief-of-cardiology.html

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    Dr. Francesco Rotatori is not only a Richmond Rockets team member, but he is an Interventional Cardiologist at Richmond University hospital here in Staten Island. Dr. Rotatori was recently featured on ABC News Nightline Television during the crisis, as he and his amazing staff members rescued a COVID-19 female patient, who improved dramatically at The Richmond University Hospital. The patient, Edwina Cain, faced breathing problems and recovered in 3 days on a ventilator, improving quickly. At her time at the hospital, she expressed her gratitude and thanks to Dr. Rotatori and staff to with a dance and cheer. Dr. Roratori and his team also inspired Edwina to begin her medical studies in pursuit to become a hero and work in a hospital. Congratulations to her survival and fight against COVID-19, and thank you to all the doctors and nurses that risk their lives each and every day, including Dr. Francesco Rotatori and his miracle staff!

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    Watch the miraculous and inspiring story of recovery and healing here: https://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/video/covid-19-patient-reunites-doctor-helped-save-life-70300305

    IMPORTANT NEWS: Corona Virus Outbreak Safety Tips

    Hi friends! As you have heard on the news, the Corona Virus has reached NYC area, including Staten Island. Please keep yourself and your loved ones safe by following the safety protocols in this link here - provided by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (the leading national public health institute of the United States): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html

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    We wish our best to our running community: In light of the recent news around COVID-19, PPTC would like to remind all members that the most successful runner is a healthy runner. Please use your best judgment when deciding to join groups runs and activities over the next few weeks.

    - If you don't feel well, or suspect you've been in contact with someone who may have contracted the virus, please stay home and take care of yourself.

    - Be diligent about washing your hands. If you cough, sneeze, or need to wipe your nose, avoid using your hands.

    - If you have any respiratory or autoimmune issues, please consult your doctor.

    Thank you for helping keep our community healthy!