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Longtime PCC Executive Director Herb Ruben not only counseled people, but inspired those he knew to become involved and help others.

Herb Ruben: He inspired, guided and advised

Herb Ruben was known for his passion, energy, compassion and wisdom, and he made a huge impact on many lives as the executive director of the Peninsula Counseling Center, as a member and president of Congregation Beth Emeth and simply as a friend. more

By Jeff Bessen and By Andrew Hackmack | 5/29/13

Herb Ruben, who was executive director of the Peninsula Counseling Center for 52 years, died on May 20.

Herb Ruben, retired director of PCC, dies at 87

For more than a half-century, Herb Ruben was an advocate for mental health services on Long Island, leading one of the most respected agencies in Nassau County. The long-time leader of the Peninsula Counseling Center died on May 20 at the age of 87. more

By Jeffrey Bessen and Andrew Hackmack | 5/23/13

Meet the staff of PCC

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Peninsula Counseling Center, we are introducing you to a few of the more than 100 staff members who work with clients and behind the scenes to make the agency run. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 5/23/13

PCC director: we're ahead of the curve

The executives, board members and staff at the Peninsula Counseling Center have accomplished a lot over the last 100 years, and while they pause to celebrate the milestone now, there’s no sign of the agency slowing down any time soon. more

By Brian Croce | 5/23/13

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on March 1, 2009 to celebrate the open of the Peninsula Counseling Center’s new state-of-the-art headquarters in Valley Stream.

PCC serves ever-changing needs for a century

A century ago, community leaders in the Five Towns recognized a need to help the poor. To combat the problem, the Relief Association of Lawrence was launched. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 5/22/13

Weeks after Sandy, many still need help

The hurricane-force winds and the mountainous storm surge are now just bad memories, but in many areas of the Heralds’ coverage area, Hurricane Sandy’s consequences will live on for weeks, months or years. more

11/29/12

Come one, come all, to the fair!

The days are becoming noticeably shorter, and the air is gradually turning cooler. Children have returned from camp. Vacations spent at the beach or in the mountains are ending. more

8/23/12

Changing its name, seeking new members

In less than a year then Baldwin resident Natalie Imberman’s husband Stanley, then her son Michael, as both died 16 years ago. more

By Jeff Bessen | 8/22/12

Herald Holiday Houses [Video]

Houses from all around our coverages areas decorated for the holidays. Is your house in the video? Check it out. more

Christina Daly | 12/22/11

Tall trees were slaughtered by Irene in the Five Towns, such as this near Cedarhurst Avenue and Central Avenue. This huge and famous tree fell at exactly 5:40 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 28.

Trees down in the Five Towns

Trees were on the ground in any places in the Five Towns on Sunday as repair crews were out to clear roads blocked by the fallen trees. more

8/28/11

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