When you think about flea markets and street fairs, most picture a warm day in the spring, summer or fall. But along Sunrise Highway, travelers on Sundays have likely passed the winter flea market in …
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1/19/24
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Members of the Jewish community joined Chabad of Merrick-Bellmore-Wantagh at its annual menorah lighting on Dec. 7, signifying the beginning of the joyous holiday. The evening underscored the idea of …
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By Jordan Vallone
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12/15/23
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Jewish teenagers from high schools and colleges came together at a rally in Merrick last week, in solidarity and support for Israel amid its ongoing war against Hamas.
In the weeks following an …
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By Jordan Vallone
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12/1/23
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Though Senior Rabbi Joshua Dorsch began his journey as the spiritual leader of the Merrick Jewish Centre last summer, he was officially installed last Saturday in a ceremony full of love, laughter, memories and hope at the synagogue.
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By Jordan Vallone
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6/4/23
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Herald Community Newspapers took home nine state awards at the New York Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest over the weekend in Albany.
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STAFF REPORT
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4/1/23
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The Jewish War Veterans is a national organization trying to dispel the myth that Jews never served in American military conflicts. And here on the South Shore, Post 652 is seeking out new members, with the goal of upholding the organization's values.
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By Michael Malaszczyk
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1/19/23
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Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh recently took a giant step forward in unifying its diverse congregation by hosting a weekend-long spiritual Torah restoration.
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By Michael Malaszczyk
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12/8/22
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Not long after the holidays of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, the Jewish community of Long Island is celebrating another holiday — Sukkot, also known as Feast of the Tabernacles.
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By Michael Malaszczyk
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10/20/22
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Just 6 weeks before Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year and one of the holiest days on the Jewish calendar, there are still many Jews who have no plans to attend services.
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By Jordan Vallone
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8/25/22
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The number of sharks seen at Long Island’s South Shore beaches this summer has been a concern for many beachgoers and swimmers, who spend their days and weekends at the beach.
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By Jordan Vallone
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8/17/22
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