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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>'''Breezy Point, Queens''' is a private, gated neighborhood located in the [[New York City]] borough of [[Queens]]. This community is known for its unique position on the western end of the [[Rockaway Peninsula]], bordered by the [[Atlantic Ocean]] to the south and [[Jamaica Bay]] to the north. <br />
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== History ==<br />
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Breezy Point was purchased by the Atlantic Improvement State Corporation in 1900. The area was initially developed as a summer resort, but over time, it evolved into a year-round residential community. The neighborhood was severely affected by [[Hurricane Sandy]] in 2012, which resulted in significant damage and loss of homes.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
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Breezy Point is located on the western end of the Rockaway Peninsula. It is surrounded by water on three sides, with the Atlantic Ocean to the south, Jamaica Bay to the north, and [[Rockaway Inlet]] to the west. The neighborhood is known for its sandy beaches and natural dunes.<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
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As of the 2010 [[United States Census]], Breezy Point had a population of approximately 4,000 residents. The community is predominantly white, with a significant percentage of residents of Irish descent.<br />
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== Culture ==<br />
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Breezy Point is known for its tight-knit community and strong sense of local culture. The neighborhood has a number of local traditions, including an annual [[St. Patrick's Day]] parade and a summer music festival.<br />
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== Transportation ==<br />
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Breezy Point is served by the [[Metropolitan Transportation Authority]] (MTA) via the Q22, Q35, and QM16 bus routes. The neighborhood is also accessible by ferry via the [[NYC Ferry]]'s Rockaway route.<br />
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== Education ==<br />
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Education in Breezy Point is provided by the [[New York City Department of Education]]. The neighborhood is zoned to PS 114 Belle Harbor School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.<br />
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== Notable people ==<br />
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Several notable individuals have hailed from Breezy Point, including [[Donovan Mitchell]], a professional basketball player for the [[Utah Jazz]], and [[Jimmy Breslin]], a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[Neighborhoods in Queens]]<br />
* [[Rockaway, Queens]]<br />
* [[Belle Harbor, Queens]]<br />
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