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Donovan Berthoud/Herald The East Meadow Jewish Center, the community’s Conservative Jewish synagogue, is celebrating its 60th anniversary throughout the year.
Six decades of dedication
In 1953, the East Meadow Jewish Center was built on Prospect Avenue. The Conservative Jewish synagogue began with just over 100 founding members, and was led by spiritual leader Dr. Israel Nobel. more
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Holy Trinity reflects the traditional Orthodox Christian architectural style.
Orthodox parish marks 50th anniversary of church
By Shannon Koehle skoehle@liherald.com The original place of worship for the congregants at the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in East Meadow was a white wooden building erected in 1924 that drew … more
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Former Scoutmaster Russell Rensch Jr. was named an honorary Eagle by George Holtz at the ceremony.
Troop 157 commemorates 60th anniversary
East Meadow Boy Scout Troop 157 recognized its 60th anniversary with a celebration at Calvary Lutheran Church on May 11 that was attended by more than 100 current and former scouts. more
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Couples stood at the front the church and recited their marriage vows in front of family and friends on Feb. 12.
Couples renew their commitment for one another
Eight couples in the community celebrated their 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries with a vow renewal ceremony at St. Brigid’s Parish in Westbury on Feb. 12. more
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The 2010 Bellmore Family Street Festival attracted a sea of people last October. A similar crowd is expected at this year’s festival.
Bellmore chamber to host 25th annual street festival Sept. 15-18
The 25th annual Bellmore Family Street Festival will kick off with a carnival on Sept. 15 and run through Sept. 18. More than 120,000 people are expected to attend, making this mega-event one of the largest street festivals in Nassau County. more
Robert Riordan, from left, and Walter Ellensohn of the American Legion, with Henry Hinrichs, a former North Merrick fire chief, unveiled the Merricks' new Sept. 11 memorial at Veterans Memorial Park in North Merrick.
On 9/11, Merrick American Legion unveils memorial built with World Trade Center beam
The Merrick American Legion’s ceremony to remember the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks started solemnly on Sunday with an invocation by Rabbi Paul Kirchner, but surprisingly it ended on an upbeat note when Sacred Heart School sixth-grader Alyssa Pallotta, dressed in a pink dress, took to the podium and sang “God Bless America.” Many in the crowd of 200 spontaneously joined hands and joined in singing this most American of songs. more
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Ed Thompson started a memory book about his son, Glenn, soon after he was killed in the terrorist attacks.
Valley Streamer keeps son's memory alive
Ed Thompson has ensured that his son’s memory will stay alive for a long time. Glenn Thompson was 44 when he was killed on Sep- tember 11 in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. His body was never recovered. more
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From fireworks to old-fashioned patriotic fervor: Enjoy Eisenhower Park’s spectacular fireworks display on Saturday night. Other holiday weekend events include a presidential-style holiday celebration at Sagamore Hill, in which President Roosevelt, portrayed by actor James Foote, makes an appearance at his former residence.
Independence Day celebrations
Our nation’s birthday is upon us, and everyone is ready to celebrate with dazzling pyrotechnics. Although they will be missed once again at Jones Beach this year, July Fourth celebrants have plenty of places to see fireworks and share in the spirit of Independence Day, extending through next week. more
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The Friedberg JCC has always provided a place for all children to come and have fun. Here, boys play baseball at the Beach Y in the 1970s.
Celebrating the history of the JCC
Over the past 50 years, many people in Oceanside and the surrounding areas have come to know the Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center very well. And this month, the JCC is celebrating … more
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A group of church leaders gathered around the 150th anniversary cake.
Celebrating 150 years in the community
The history of the East Meadow United Methodist Church dates back to the early days of the community. According to historical documents, prayer groups met as early as the end of the … more
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