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Longtime National Council of Jewish Women member Florence Steiger received a certificated of enduring leadership from NCJW President Myra Garber and board members outside her apartment complex in Hewlett on Aug. 26.

‘Adventurous’ Florence Steiger says goodbye to the Five Towns

Florence Steiger walked out of her Hewlett apartment building on Aug. 26 and was greeted by several board members from the National Council of Jewish Women-Peninsula Section, the organization that … more

By Jeff Bessen | 9/14/20

It’s hurricane season, so be prepared

The images of destruction caused by Hurricane Florence last week were particularly frightening for Long Islanders, many of whom are still reeling from the havoc and devastation that Hurricane Sandy wrought six years ago. more

9/21/18

The Five Towns Community Center is the designated collection venue for donated Hurricane Florence items.

Five Towns groups mobilize to collect Florence aid

The Marion & Aaron Gural JCC, the Five Towns Community Center and Community Chest South Shore have joined forces with the UJA-Federation of New York — the JCC’s sponsor organization — and the AFYA Foundation to collect items for Hurricane Florence relief. AFYA is considered a “nimble and proactive first responder” for disaster relief. more

By Jeff Bessen | 9/21/18

Danny Ehrick, at lectern, offered praise for a New York state program that will allow homeowners living in Long Island’s 100-year flood plain to have the cost of elevating their homes fully reimbursed.

State offers funds to elevate homes

After Danny Ehrick’s home flooded in Hurricane Sandy, the 11-year resident of Freeport immediately cleaned his tools. Ehrick said he knew he would need them to gut the first floor of his canal-front home on Florence Avenue. more

By Julie Mansmann | 7/30/14

Tara Prout, left, remained in Italy after she completed her master’s in museum studies through Marist College’s program in Florence to learn more and travel.

Preparing for life through her Italian ‘job’

After Tara Prout, Lawrence High School class of 2003, graduated from Georgetown University in 2007, and went to work in Manhattan. But quickly realizing she was distancing herself from her true interest of working in museums and with art, Prout made a life-changing decision. more

By Ann Friedman | 6/19/13

On Wednesday, the Long Island Power Authority's chief operating officer, Michael Hervey, in hardhat, toured Florence Street in south Merrick with Nassau County Legislator David Denenberg, to Hervey's left.

LIPA chief tours storm-ravaged south Merrick with legislator

The Long Island Power Authority’s chief operating officer, Michael Hervey, toured storm-ravaged parts of south Merrick with Nassau County Legislator David Denenberg on Wednesday to reassure frustrated homeowners that power would be restored to their homes. more

By Scott Brinton | 8/31/11

Family Concert The Mama Doni Band Who needs a guitar when you have a shofar? Mama Doni & The Mama Doni Band bring their special brand of “funky music with a Jewish twist” to Oceanside in a show the entire family will enjoy. With Doni Zasloff Thomas – a.k

Mama Doni and her band visit Oceanside's Friedberg JCC for a spirited concert on Friday. Other weekend picks include starry sights at Jones Beach and some family art adventures at Nassau County Museum of Art. more

4/20/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

3/10/11

Bringing laughter back to kids with cancer

Richner Communication’s new program REACT — Richner Employees Assisting Communities Together — has chosen Sunrise Day Camp as its 2011 beneficiary. Throughout the year, through stories and photos, the Herald will focus on this wonderful organization. For more information about Sunrise Day Camp, its summer and year-round programs and upcoming fundraisers, visit www.sunrisedaycamp.org more

by Mary Malloy | 2/2/11