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Robert Martin, a cameraman and editor, returned to his hometown of Inwood to help after Hurricane Sandy and produced a video of the storm’s aftermath.

Inwood native Robert Martin brought his video camera when he returned to his hometown after Hurricane Sandy to help document the damage that his neighbors and friends’ houses sustained for insurance purposes but once the camera started rolling, he knew he had to share the stories he captured. more

By Ann Friedman | 12/5/12

Big music, big hearts

Pianist Jeffrey Biegel and Island Harvest have teamed up to raise money to benefit Hurricane Sandy victims. Enjoy an afternoon of Bach, Chopin, Moszkowski, Paderewski, and holiday selections at the … more

11/29/12

The Rev. Owen Thompson, rector of Trinity-St. John’s Episcopal Church, carries a box of donations for Hurricane Sandy victims from the citizens of Ludlow, Mass.

Churches come together for Sandy victims

Just days after Hurricane Sandy ravaged must of Long Island’s South Shore, Nassau County Episcopal churches began taking part in a relief effort that is still in full swing. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 11/28/12

Pets need post-Sandy help, too

Grateful residents — and their pets — welcomed North Shore Animal League America to East Rockaway on Nov. 15 when members of the no-kill shelter came to hand out pet food for those residents … more

By Mary Malloy | 11/21/12

Thanksgiving Tradition volunteers donated 200 turkey dinners to the First Baptist Church in Far Rockaway.

Helping for the holidays

For the past 17 years, Woodmere Lanes Owner Nick Paxinos has been preparing and delivering Thanksgiving meals to St. Boniface Parish in Elmont and the First Baptist Church in Far Rockaway, but this year he’s also planning to serve those who are displaced by Hurricane Sandy. more

By Ann Friedman | 11/20/12

Trash and debris piled up on lawns and street corners in the wake of the storm.

South Shore slowly comes back to life after Sandy

Part one in a series on how South Shore residents are coping in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. This week we begin in Bellmore-Merrick. In subsequent weeks we plan to spotlight recovery efforts in other communities. more

By Julie Mansmann | 11/14/12

Brothers Orrie and Yaron Markfeld gave a martal arts boxing demonstration for Warren Levi Karate.

An entertaining Sunday at the Five Towns Community Chest Fair [Photo gallery]

Musical performances and karate exhibitions were part of Sunday's entertainment at the 28th annual Five Towns Community Chest in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park. more

By Jeff Bessen | 9/23/12

Alexis Acosta, 7, of Inwood, was happy to share a laugh and show her support for the Hard Knox members heading to college.

Hard Knox members receive a helping hand [Photo gallery]

Ahmad Shamseldin and Tysean Parker, two members of Hard Knox, a youth oriented organization that seeks to teach life lessons through basketball while emphasizing academic success, were feted at a fundraising gala at the VFW hall in Alberston on Aug. 4. more

8/9/12

Food choices at the BACH Jewish Center gala had attendees filling their plates.

Dedicated volunteers honored by BACH Jewish Center [Photo gallery]

At the 2012 BACH (Bachueri Chemed) Jewish Center’s 2012 Gala Dinner, guests enjoyed a variety of food while paying tribute to individuals and couples who have dedicated their time to the organization. more

8/9/12

The Right Rev. Lawrence Provenzano, the Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island, blessed Rev. Walter Hillebrand at the ordination.

A journey to the priesthood is completed [Photo gallery]

Trinity-St. John’s Rev. Walter Viktor Hillebrand was ordained on June 9 in front of congregants, family and friends. more

6/14/12

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