After serving the community for 20 years, the Throggs Neck Clipper bid farewell to its many patrons at its Ultimate Bon Voyage Party on Saturday, July 29. The all-night bittersweet affair featured music by DJ Ant G and DJ Conor, delicious food and drink and ever-lasting friendship.
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Wayne Tinan and Katie McCracken met at the Throggs Neck Clipper a year ago.
Photo by Silvio Pacifico
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(l-r) Top notch bar tenders Sally Fardella, Shane Tierney and Kaitlin Brown kept the drinks flowing at the bittersweet party.
Photo courtesy of Eileen Tierney
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Kathleen McElroy (r), who has been with the Clipper since day one, with Rita Rafferty a former employee who traveled from Florida for the anniversary party.
Photo courtesy of Eileen Tierney