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The Friedberg JCC has a variety of activities for people with Parkinson’s disease.

Friedberg JCC to host Parkinson’s Wellness Fair

The Friedberg JCC in Oceanside is gearing up to host its first Parkinson’s Wellness Fair on April 16, helping to provide a beacon of light for individuals and families navigating the complexities … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 4/5/24

A love and a smile beyond dementia

I’ll never forget the last time I saw my stepmother, even though by then she’d already forgotten me. It was last year in the Florida hospice center Helen had lived in . . . more

By Michael Hinman | 12/7/23

Read how Oceanside's Irwin Markus lives life with a rare disease

Last October, Irwin Markus accidentally took the wrong train and ended up in East Rockaway. He called his ex-wife, Lisa Markus, because he couldn’t figure out how to get back home. more

By Ben Fiebert | 8/6/23

Kiwanis club of Oceanside member Nancy Baxter helped distribute shots at the Take a Bite Out of Lyme fundraiser on May 19.

Kiwanis club raises money for sick children

T he Oceanside Kiwanis Club held its annual Take a Bite Out of Lyme fundraiser on May 19 at J. Paul’s Terrace Cafe. The clubs offered a “bite” followed by a shot of tequila in … more

By Karina Kovac | 6/4/23

As the virus ebbs, rules — and reporting — shift

Who says the coronavirus pandemic isn’t a global emergency anymore? WHO says. more

5/11/23

Where has all the competence gone?

Many of our institutions are failing us, and unless our faith in their competence and fairness is restored, I think we’re doomed. more

By John O'Connell | 9/1/22

Louis Scarantino (front) and Peter Ray (back) during the class

Sparring with Parkinson’s

Adding to its collection of activities, the JCC recently announced a new program, which was inspired by its Boxing for Parkinson’s program. Since April is Parkinson’s awareness month, the boxing … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 4/28/22

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