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Israel Defense Forces Capt. Libby Weiss (res.), left, will be the guest speaker at the first-ever South Shore UJA-Federation dinner. At right is IDF Major Keren Hajioff.

UJA will honor South Shore residents in Hewlett Harbor on Sept. 24

The United Jewish Appeal-Federation of New York will honor nine residents of Nassau County’s South Shore with Community Leadership awards at its inaugural South Shore dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m., at the Seawane Country Club in Hewlett Harbor. more

By Jeff Bessen | 9/19/19

Elijah Hill, 6, showed off his sculpture of his inspiration for a better world — his favorite superhero — Spider-Man.

Five Towns Teens Lead program aims to build a better world

The Lawrence School District requires students to complete 20 hours of community service to graduate, and the Hewlett-Woodmere district rewards students who complete 120 hours over the course of four years with a silver cord at graduation. more

By Tyler Marko | 7/26/18

The Kadima support program helps Jewish parents maneuver through the mental, physical and financial stress of a divorce.

Moving forward after divorce

Rebecca, 56, of Hewlett, said that when she told her children, who are all in their 20s, that she decided to seek a divorce a year and a half ago, their reaction was, “What took you so long?” more

By Jeff Bessen | 12/23/15

The Key Food supermarket in Woodmere is closing, and it is expected that Gourmet Glatt Emporium, an all-kosher food store, will open in the vacated space.

Gourmet Glatt expanding into Woodmere?

The Key Food supermarket in Woodmere, which has served the community for more than 50 years, according to Manager Jose Diaz, is closing, and the site — in a small shopping center between Franklin and Irving places — is expected to become home to a Gourmet Glatt Emporium, an all-kosher food store. more

By Jeff Bessen | 4/8/15

HAFTR recognized four individuals for their volunteer and professional contributions to the school. From left were HAFTR Executive Director Reuben Maron, school President Jason Bokor and guests of honor David and Alissa Hersh. Also honored were Ari Solomon and Rabbi Yisroel Moshe Siff.

Contributors honored at HAFTR dinner [Photo gallery]

Alissa and David Hersh, both doctors and parents of four children who attend the Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway (HAFTR), were the guests of honor at the school’s 37th annual dinner held last Saturday in its the sports complex in Lawrence. more

3/25/15

Far Rockaway resident Rabbi Mordechai Kruger took Kauffman Foundation’s FastTrac New Venture Entrepreneur course through the Manhattan-based Hebrew Free Loan Society and began his own job coaching business. Above, one of the classes given through the 12-week course.

Taking the job coaching career plunge

A rabbi who was a teacher for several yeshivas, Mordechai Kruger was working as an administrator for Yeshiva Darchei Torah in his home community of Far Rockaway in 2006, when he said he asked himself, “After my fiftieth year, what do I want to do with the rest of my life?” more

By Jeff Bessen | 11/12/14

Community Outreach Award winners Miriam, far left, and Bradley Herman, far right, with board members of the Lawrence-based The Brandeis School, Dena Lancer, Heidi Goldmintz and Larry Kogan at the dinner.

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

John S. Ruskay, along with eight other Hewlett High School grads will be inducted into the alumni association's Hall of Fame.

H-W Alumni Association to induct nine into its Hall of Fame

The Hewlett-Woodmere Alumni Association’s selections for its annual Hall of Fame inductions include three executives, three doctors, two authors and one lawyer. These individuals are being recognized for their accomplishments in their individual fields, dedication to advocacy and helping others. more

4/19/12

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