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Ron Segev, 39, a survivor of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on the Nova Music Festival in Israel, shared his harrowing escape story and discussed ongoing trauma at a commemoration event attended by over 100 Five Towns residents at the Israel Chesed Center in Lawrence, while raising awareness about mental health organization SafeHeart.
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Sean Kennedy
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10/24/25
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The Chabad of Hewlett held their 14th annual Simchat Torah celebration on October 14 in their new Everit Avenue building, featuring dancing, music, the Boys of Israel Choir, and a community buffet dinner marking both the Torah reading cycle restart and the release of 20 Israeli hostages two years after the October 7, 2023 attacks.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/24/25
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Lawrence High School's Golden Tornadoes lost their homecoming game 34-19 to Malverne on October 18 at Fireman's Field in Valley Stream, where they're playing all "home games" this season due to their school turf being deemed unplayable, with strong community support from marching band, cheerleaders, and families despite their 0-6 record.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/24/25
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Thousands attended Rock Hall Museum's 39th annual Country Fair in Lawrence on October 18-19, featuring the Red Hawk Indigenous Arts Council, pumpkin patch, animal farm, pony rides, craft vendors, historical demonstrations, and a spooky walk through the museum's educational center organized by director Amy Vacchio and Friends of Rock Hall president Doug Sheer.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/24/25
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Episcopal Health Services launched a six-month "Food As Medicine" pilot program for adults over 18 with Stage 2 hypertension and food insecurity, providing weekly medically prescribed groceries through Campaign Against Hunger, personalized nutrition plans from registered dietitians, monthly cooking demonstrations, and ongoing health monitoring to improve chronic disease management.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/24/25
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Hewlett High School senior Darsh Chavre became the Hewlett-Woodmere district's only 2026 National Merit Scholarship semifinalist after scoring a perfect 1520 on his PSAT, placing him among the top 1 percent of U.S. seniors competing for $2,500 scholarships and the Merit Scholar title.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/17/25
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The 39th annual Rock Hall Country Fair in Lawrence will take place October 19-20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring the Redhawk Native American Arts Council, pumpkin patch, historical demonstrations, animal farm, pony rides, craft vendors, and free admission to the 18th-century museum celebrating early American history.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/17/25
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The Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department is hosting a November 9 fundraiser from 1-5 p.m. to support ex-chief Donaven "Soupy" Wright, a 38-year LCFD member and 20-year NYPD detective battling Stage 3 esophageal cancer linked to 9/11, featuring $20,000 in prizes, Chinese auction, food, and live music with tickets at $50-$100.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/17/25
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Rock Hall Museum in Lawrence unveiled a new 18th-century-style barn that expands its educational programs with ADA access, modern amenities, and year-round events.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/17/25
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The Marion & Aaron Gural JCC celebrated Sukkot with its sixth annual three-day Succos Fair at Cedarhurst’s Andrew J. Parise Park, featuring live entertainment, family activities, and kosher food vendors.
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By Melissa Berman
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10/17/25
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