In the Pipeline is part of your SHN+ subscription In the Pipeline is brought to you by the Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Awards an annual competition that recognizes cutting-edge design Cedarhurst Senior Living announced plans to expand independent living cottages at its Cedarhurst of Frankfort senior living community in Frankfort The addition will bring 32 new IL cottages with construction slated to start later this spring ahead of an opening in early 2026 “The demand for high-quality independent living options in Frankfort continues to grow and we are thrilled to offer this new housing opportunity for seniors in the area,” said Almir Sajtovic “These cottages will provide an ideal balance of independence allowing residents to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle while knowing additional support is available if needed.” The cottages will include two-bedroom floor plans with walk-in closets private garages with electric vehicle outlets Shared amenities include a clubhouse with full-service dining in partnership with O’Reilly Development Company announced the anticipated opening of a new senior living community in Kansas City The Barrymore Senior Living will include 164 apartments spanning independent living Pre-leasing began in January of this year and the community will include multiple amenities and high-end finishes with an emphasis on wellness “Our goal is to continue to provide a senior living experience that combines comfort and care across Kansas City,” said Stephanie Harris “This community meets that expectation and will offer residents the worry-free lifestyle The Barrymore will be Arrow’s 14th managed community in the Missouri market and its 17th project with O’Reilly Development Company Construction is underway on Poinciana Parc a new development for affordable senior housing in Fort Lauderdale The $26 million project will include a mid-rise affordable housing community to serve low income older adults and include 86 units with access to a fitness studio pool and on-site maintenance and management “We’re excited to close financing and start construction on Poinciana Parc,” says Mitchell Rosenstein one of Green Mills’ co-founders and principals which is part of the Orlando/Kissimmee statistical area professionally managed homes that are actually affordable Poinciana Parc will be another great representation of Green Mills Group’s commitment to providing best-in-class affordable communities throughout Florida.” Poinciana Parc received a 9% tax credit allocation from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation in May 2023 Additional funding is being provided by Green Mills Group Raymond James Affordable Housing Investments The Green Mills Group recently completed its 13th affordable housing community in Florida with three more under construction and four more set to break ground in the next 12 months The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence a Morning Pointe Senior Living community in Knoxville recently moved in its first residents earlier this month according to a news release from the company and a chance to bring more senior services to the rapidly-growing Knoxville area,” said Greg A Morning Pointe Senior Living co-founder and president “We are privileged to be able to serve more seniors and their families offering expanded memory care services and more assisted living apartments on campus.” Nearly two dozen residents moved from the memory care wing at Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care into the brand new building to serve older adults living with dementia The community was built with two “distinct levels of memory care” to accommodate a range of acuity levels within memory care The one-level memory care community includes 60 apartments with multiple floor plans available A grand opening celebration is set for May 15 The original campus of Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley Assisted living is now serving residents specifically within assisted living transforming it into the company’s Alcove apartments with gathering spaces Nonprofit affordable housing developer Community HousingWorks recently marked the opening of Kimball Highland Apartments a new affordable housing community for older adults and families The two-building development will span 191,371 square-feet and include 145 units divided between four layout types Community amenities include an 8,000 square-foot senior center operated by National City and the community is located adjacent to a new 50,000 square-foot PACE health center “At CHW our aim is two-fold: We not only build beautiful but we also create true communities where our residents can build a future for themselves and their children,” said CHW President and CEO Sean Spear “We also pride ourselves on building homes that are connected to their surrounding neighborhood by being located adjacent to parks providing wonderful opportunities for all to get outside and live full lives.” Austin Montgomery is a reporter for Senior 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SHN is part of the Aging Media Network Jacob and Dov Avital hold up a copy of a certificate of dismissal after a Nassau County grand jury voted not to indict them on kidnapping Three Cedarhurst jewelers — all brothers — charged with 12 counts of kidnapping assault and robbery saw their case dropped earlier this month after a grand jury refused to indict them who ran 5 Towns Jewelry Buyers on Willow Avenue vowed on Monday that the criminal case may be over have all filed notifications with Nassau County’s legal department that they intend to sue for defamation Jacob Avital said that it all could have been avoided before their Sept. 11, 2024, arrest He said that he and his brothers were working from home and allowed a customer to come by around 1 p.m to sell a piece of jewelry — a diamond-studded Cartier bracelet — valued Follow the latest developments in the Gilgo Beach killings investigation By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy The man told police that the brothers accused him of trying to pass off a fake and then dragged him into their home and down to their basement where they beat him with their fists and baseball bats He said that they threatened to beat him with a sledgehammer as well After they confiscated the bracelet and the man’s phone and his driver’s license "They stated to me that they have my information and they will harm my girlfriend and my child," the man said Jacob Avital said that he did accuse the man of trying to pass off a fake but none of the rest of the story was true He provided Newsday with video and documentary records that contradict the man’s story evidence that he said the Nassau County police should have looked at before cuffing him and his brothers and then putting out a news release Jacob Avital said the purported Cartier was a "super clone" — a near identical replica of the designer jewelry An experienced jeweler who ran a YouTube channel instructing buyers how to get their money’s worth Avital said that he only recognized that the piece was fake because he had been scammed before just like a previous fake piece he had fallen for He said that 17 police officers came into their home and arrested them Police didn’t look at home surveillance cameras or search the house for baseball bats or a sledgehammer and they walked around my home," he told Newsday "They didn't even attempt to check the cameras or go for the weapons The only evidence they took was the jewelry and they gave it back to the guy two days later." The brothers said prosecutors ignored their discoveries and pressed them to plead down to lesser charges "Dismissing the charges quickly would’ve publicly embarrassed them," Jacob Avital said they chose to continue this farce — subjecting my family to seven months of constant threats and negotiations repeatedly threatening felony indictment unless we quietly accepted minor noncriminal violations." The family has been further outraged by the note the alleged victim sent the brothers commended the grand jury for declining to indict "It is truly unfortunate that the Avitals had to endure the trauma of arrest and watch their reputations and business dragged through the mud by a prosecution doomed from the outset," Smith told Newsday "This dismissal allows them to clear their names and reclaim their reputations they have carefully built over 50 years." The Nassau County District Attorney’s Office said the law prohibited it from commenting on the case The Nassau County spokesman did not respond to a request for comment Trump's influence on NY's future .. Get the latest news and more great videos at NewsdayTV Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories The Newsday app makes it easier to access content without having to log in Unlimited Digital AccessOnly 25¢for 6 months the senior living provider turned nearly 50 bucket-list dreams into reality for residents across eight states in 2024 From a 96-year-old soaring in a Cessna to an 85-year-old rediscovering his passion for flight, this program proves that age is no barrier to pursuing your dreams. One standout moment includes Evelyn Kidd’s story which was featured on CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell Evelyn returned to the skies for the first time in decades inspiring audiences nationwide with her courage and passion for flight “Our Dream Come TRUE program goes beyond fulfilling wishes and unique journeys of our residents," says Almir Sajtovic "Every dream we help bring to life is a testament to our commitment to fostering vibrant inspiring communities where every life is honored and celebrated.” 2024 Highlights: Turning Dreams into Reality Every story in the Dream Come TRUE program reflects the passions and unique journeys of Cedarhurst residents Among the nearly 50 dreams fulfilled in 2024 were: Cedarhurst of Lebanon (MO): A lifelong George Strait fan Gene attended a concert by his musical hero rekindling cherished memories of dancing with his late wife.Leona Lewis and Carolyn Hollander Charles (MO): These adventurous friends soared above the landscape in a hot air balloon while Carolyn’s flight marked a triumphant return to an adventure she hadn’t enjoyed in 30 years.Suzanne Edson Cedarhurst of Woodland Hills (OK): Suzanne zipped through the treetops on a thrilling zipline adventure reliving his passion for flying in a heartfelt moment of resilience and joy captured the essence of living life to the fullest The Dream Come TRUE program expanded its reach in 2024 fulfilling nearly 50 dreams across more than 30 Cedarhurst communities in eight states: Georgia These achievements showcase the dedication who go above and beyond to make residents’ dreams a reality Cedarhurst is determined to surpass these milestones and elevate the Dream Come TRUE program even further By engaging more residents and communities Cedarhurst aims to expand the program’s reach making more dreams come true and creating unforgettable moments of joy and connection for residents and their families with each community selecting at least one to fulfill Carolyn Hollander’s words from her hot air balloon adventure offer a perfect reminder to all: “I want others to know that you’re never too old to try new things 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cedarhurst Senior Living proudly announces its designation as a National Team for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in 2025 marking a significant milestone in the organization’s ongoing commitment to Alzheimer’s advocacy This recognition highlights Cedarhurst’s leadership in supporting Alzheimer’s research and partners will come together across various walks to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care and research The 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s will feature the poignant Promise Garden ceremony where participants carry flowers of various colors symbolizing their personal connection to the disease creating a powerful display of unity and hope “This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s,” said Almir Sajtovic “There are now treatments that change the course of the disease We hope everyone in our communities will join us in supporting the Alzheimer’s Association’s mission to raise awareness Our commitment to this cause extends beyond fundraising; it’s about building a legacy of support for families impacted by Alzheimer’s.” Cedarhurst Senior Living has actively supported the Walk to End Alzheimer’s for several years with 2024 marking a peak in both fundraising and commitment all 50 communities united to raise nearly $66,000 and with additional sponsorship investments Cedarhurst’s total contribution was just under $150,000 This enduring partnership reflects the organization’s mission to create communities where every individual feels loved The impact of Cedarhurst’s involvement goes beyond numbers and team members have shared deeply personal moments during past walks from honoring loved ones in the Promise Garden ceremony to raising awareness within their local communities These shared experiences have strengthened Cedarhurst’s resolve to be a leader in the fight against Alzheimer’s “Becoming a National Team in 2025 represents a new chapter of impactful contributions and leadership,” added Sajtovic “Cedarhurst is proud to stand at the forefront of this movement and to inspire others to join us in advancing Alzheimer’s research Cedarhurst aims to build on its previous success by rallying even more participants and increasing contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association with a 2025 fundraising goal of over $100,000 Cedarhurst and its communities are taking meaningful steps toward a future without Alzheimer’s over 55 million people are living with dementia The Alzheimer’s Association provides critical education and research funding to combat this crisis Cedarhurst’s partnership exemplifies its dedication to advocating for those affected by Alzheimer’s and contributing to meaningful change To join Cedarhurst Senior Living in the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s or to learn more, visit alz.org/cedarhurstseniorliving A 30-day-aged ribeye steak at Ondas by Fuego in Cedarhurst comes with black beans and chimichurri sauce There is a matzo ball in the tortilla soup which is curiously not topped with tortillas The matzo ball is not one of the fluffy honkers you typically get at a Jewish deli You might think this is some half-baked attempt at Mexican fusion But matzo ball soup is actually a staple food for the Mexican-Jewish diaspora often spiced up with lime and chili peppers It is one of many offbeat dishes at the new Ondas by Fuego Matzo ball tortilla soup at Ondas by Fuego in Cedarhurst Ondas by Fuego is owned by Miami-based restaurateurs Avi Bitton and Mark Aquinin The two have operated a Latin kosher barbecue restaurant for more than a decade in North Miami Beach The large kosher Mexican menu was developed alongside consultant Denevin Miranda a Filipino American chef who's competed on the Food Network's "Chopped."  after places they'd enjoyed while traveling in Tulum on the Yucatán Peninsula The darkly lit party cave is filled with basket lamps and bohemian chic flourishes but tables are spaced comfortably far apart and the volume level remains quiet until there's a birthday and suddenly there are sparklers and a blast of klezmer-style music Ondas by Fuego in Cedarhurst has serious upscale Miami vibes like shalom," manager Eleazar Nun said.) And the place is definitely a spendy celebration spot with dishes like a hamachi tuna aguachile ($28) served in a bulbous black artsy bowl The raw fish is carefully layered in the center surrounded by a wall of whisper-thin radish slices that seems superfluous until the server pours a crock of limey cilantro sauce all around it this is not a typical aguachile as seen in its home state of Sinaloa and the Baja fish variety ($22) is strikingly served in blue corn tortillas Blue corn tortillas may not be typical in the actual Baja region but they're a nice touch here and complement the bouquet of frizzled purple and green cabbage strewed over the top But these are all precursors to the steaks Premium steakhouses are a point of pride in north Mexico And the boneless rib-eye steak ($88) is truly fantastic aged for 30 days on site and grilled over charcoal in a 500-degree Josper oven from Spain it's labeled "Beis Yosef," which signifies it's a high degree of kashruth often followed by Jews of Sephardic descent It's an excellent cut of meat cooked perfectly to a juicy medium rare and paired with a crock of epazote-infused black beans Ask for a side of tortillas to round it out Ondas by Fuego, 488 Central Ave., Cedarhurst, 516-341-0092, ondasnyc.com LifeSpire of Virginia announced plans to expand the Lakewood in Richmond Virginia to add new independent living units to the community Two new buildings are planned in the expansion that will include 14 independent living units each to offer large floor plans while bringing the company’s hybrid home building count to four “Hybrid homes reflect LifeSpire’s commitment to creating spaces that facilitate independence and community,” said Peter Robinson chief marketing officer for LifeSpire of Virginia “This expansion allows us to welcome more older adults into the Lakewood lifestyle where they can enjoy meaningful connections wellness opportunities and beautiful surroundings as well as access to assisted living memory support and short or long-term nursing care as needed.” The expansion includes plans ranging from 1,140 to 2,600 square-feet and access to shared golf carts around the community’s 128-acre campus announced plans for an expansion project with construction set to start next month The project will add 22 independent living apartments this expansion is great news for retirees in Greenville one of the country’s top retirement destinations,” says Rick Brackett president and CEO of The Woodlands at Furman “We’ve carefully designed every aspect of this project to enhance the active intellectual lifestyle our community is known for while maintaining the intimate connected atmosphere our residents cherish.” The new apartments will include two-bedroom two-bathroom layouts with dens and include 1,400 to 1,900 square-feet of space with high-end finishes including quartz countertops the project will include 6,000 square-feet of new amenities including a game lounge volunteer center and an elevated exterior patio Move-ins are expected for the new units in early 2027 while the expansion will take place in multiple phases to be completed in early 2027 Cedarhurst Senior Living recently started construction on a new community 75,000 square-foot community will include 63 assisted living apartments along with 26 memory care suites on a 10-acre property Features at the community include modern living spaces along with a fitness center Other amenities include outdoor landscaping and outdoor spaces “Our team is excited to continue our Midwest expansion by breaking ground on our first project in Nebraska – Cedarhurst of Lincoln,” said Nick Dwyer Director of Development for Dover Development “We cannot wait to deliver this much-needed senior housing community to the residents of Lincoln and Lancaster County.” Morning Pointe Senior Living will open The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence as memory care residents start to move into the community The new memory care community marks the 41st community for Morning Pointe Tennessee is in the process of converting to all assisted living with newly renovated Alcove apartments added to the assisted living community with multiple floor plans a luxury waterfront senior living community along the Chesapeake Bay recently opened its new assisted living and memory care residences “Acclaim at East Beach was never meant to be ordinary,” said Damian Polewczak executive director at Acclaim at East Beach “We designed this community to embody the energy and ease of coastal living With the addition of assisted living and memory care residents can continue living on their terms confident that support is always available.” The phase two renovation plan added 60 new assisted living apartments and 20 memory care residences to the existing 132 independent living apartments The new assisted living units add high-end finishes mixed with personal care and a 24-hour support team while the new memory care addition will deliver services by staff training through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners Nonprofit senior living provider 2Life Communities announced the completion of the Leland House The community includes a 68-unit apartment community and replaces a former rest home that served the local area for over 100 years bringing the company’s aging-in-place model to the area as part of the $37 million redevelopment project The 3-story community was purchased in 2022 and broke ground in 2023 with the first residents moving in late last year The redevelopment preserved the original front door two fireplace mantles and decorative accessories from the original property The community includes a “village center” that has a welcoming lobby Nonprofit senior living provider Front Porch Communities and Services announced the company received local government approval to rebuild Los Gatos Meadows a community that closed for safety reasons in 2019 The rebuilt community will include independent living and care services on a “modern campus” that lines up with the area’s future vision replacing the community that was first built on the site in the 1970s “Rebuilding Los Gatos Meadows turns possibilities into realities,” said Sean Kelly CEO of Front Porch Communities and Services “We so appreciate that the Town Council saw what we’ve known – that Los Gatos Meadows was and will be again an integral asset for the people and Town of Los Gatos.” The redesign effort includes upgraded units sustainability practices and expanded parking Construction is anticipated to start in early 2027 with a targeted reopening of Los Gatos Meadows in late 2029 Trinity Health Programs of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) recently marked the opening of a new PACE center in Alexandria The new center includes 25,000 square-feet of space offering care and support for over 200 Alexandria-area older adults and is available for those 55 and older in Alexandria County “We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new facility in Alexandria This space is designed not just to provide care but to enrich lives by fostering connections Our goal is to empower our residents to embrace each day with purpose and joy,” said Wayne Plaisance executive director of Trinity Health PACE of Alexandria Cedarhurst Senior Living recently completed its latest development Missouri with plans to welcome residents this spring The community will offer independent living assisted living and memory care with 65 IL apartments 47 AL apartments and 21 memory care apartments “Cedarhurst of Wentzville exemplifies this commitment by creating a space where every detail is designed to help residents thrive,” said Cedarhurst Senior Living President Almir Sajtovic “From our thoughtfully planned amenities to the personalized care we provide we aim to offer not just a place to live but a community to call home.” The community features open and modern concepts with various common area spaces from lounges and dining venues to entertainment space Cedarhurst now operates 50 communities in eight states , , 2025 at 1:33 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Cedarhurst of Frankfort opened in 2021 and offers assisted living and memory care the Frankfort Village Board approved a final development plan for phase 2 of Cedarhurst of Frankfort Trustee Maura Rigoni said Dover Development is proposing the development of 16 independent living buildings on the property of the existing Cedarhurst Assisted Living facility Rigoni said the plan commission unanimously recommended approving the final development plan "subject to conditions which have since been addressed related to the landscape plan and photometric plan." Cedarhurst of Frankfort is located in the Prairie Crossing subdivision off of Wolf Road between the Old Plank Road Trail and Kohl's Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Join WSIU PBS Kids for our 2025 Family Fun Day: Exploring the Musuem with PBS Kids' character Xavier Riddle Puruse the musuem to explore changemakers and pioneers in a range of fields Featuring a celebrated illusionist and magician performing a range of magic tricks throughout the event and snap pictures with costume character Xavier Riddle United Properties recently announced its Amira Villas Minnetonka active adult project in the Minneapolis Minnesota area that will bring new villa-style units to the area three-story residential buildings with a total of 30 new villas adding to the existing Amira Minnetonka campus The units are designed to provide spacious one-level living options to accommodate older adults seeking to downsize The single-level villas will span between 1,570 square-foot two-bathroom options to upwards of 2,255 square-foot Private garages are included in some units In-unit amenities include upscale finishes Cedarhurst Senior Living recently announced the start of construction at Cedarhurst of Shawnee in Kansas The community includes a two-story construction spanning 72,000 square-feet with 59 assisted living units and 24 memory care suites on a 20-acre property Wellness amenities include a fitness center and yoga studio and the community will also include gourmet dining options The community is expected to open in the spring of 2026 Azura Senior Living recently announced the grand opening of its latest community The 108,500 square-foot community includes assisted living and memory care with the project marking the first time Azura combined memory care and assisted living according to a post by Eppstein Uhen Architects , , 2025 at 4:56 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Jacob Avital is one of three brothers who had been accused of robbing a man at their Cedarhurst home last September The charges were dropped by a Nassau County Grand Jury on Thursday saw their charges dismissed after they had been accused of robbing a man at their Cedarhurst home in September 2024 A Nassau County Grand Jury dismissed the charges against Jacob Dov and Daniel Avital after they were accused of attacking a 31-year-old man at their home on Sept criminal possession of a weapon and unlawful imprisonment by Nassau County police officers after they were accused of beating a man who said he was looking to sell a bracelet A representative of the Nassau County District Attorney's Office said the office cannot comment further since the case has been dismissed Jacob Avital said the brothers and their business were targeted by a scammer who is part of a criminal crew based in Manhattan’s Diamond District had previously lost $37K to the same crew's scams Jacob said the scammer visited his home office since their store was closed for renovations and tried selling him a fake Cartier bracelet he left and then accused the Avitals of robbery Jacob was represented by David Scott Smith "It's truly unfortunate that the Avitals had to endure the trauma of arrest and watch their reputation and business dragged through the mud by a prosecution doomed from the outset," Smith told Patch "This dismissal finally allows them to reclaim the stellar reputation they've carefully built over the past 50 years." Keating said that had a "thorough investigation been conducted at the outset," his client "Now we will fight to restore his good name and reputation," Keating said Franz did not respond to Patch's request for comment Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. The Shawnee County Commission took the first steps to approve two industrial revenue bonds the commission had two public hearings and unanimously approved the intent to issue the bonds County bond counsel Bob Perry told the commissioners this was the first step toward issuing the two industrial bonds "This is basically the beginning of the process and you're expressing your intent to issue the bonds only in a couple of month," Perry said There were no comments made by Shawnee County residents during either public hearing which owns Cedarhurst Senior Living located at 6732 SW 17th St. The business would like to purchase the property adjacent to the assisted living campus and build nine new buildings housing 34 units Cedarhurst is asking for one or multiple bonds equaling $13.75 million The company will also asked the Kansas Board of Tax Appeals for a tax exemption for approximately 10 years A spokesperson from Dover said this will be beneficial for the community and it's very much a need in Topeka and Shawnee County," the spokesperson said AMD Partners wants to develop multifamily properties generally located west of S.W AMD wants $15 million in bonds for an undetermined number of multifamily buildings Fire officials say the fire started in the basement of the two-story house and then extended to the first floor Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department Chief Michael Beilinson said all the occupants evacuated themselves from the home before firefighters arrived at the scene Seven fire departments responded to help put out the blaze The cause of the fire was not immediately clear © 2025 Advance Local Media LLC. All rights reserved (About Us) The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Advance Local Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site YouTube's privacy policy is available here and YouTube's terms of service is available here Ad Choices IL-based Charter Senior Living has assumed management of 13 former Cedarhurst Senior Living communities in Illinois and Wisconsin “We are thrilled to add these 13 communities to the Charter family,” co-founder and CEO Keven Bennema said in an emailed press release “We’re all eager to support the exceptional staff at our newest communities and provide them with access to Charter’s well-established team of respected and experienced leadership who are all committed to their continued success.” The communities offer a mix of independent living Both communities are expected to open later this year Charter owns and manages more than 65 senior living communities throughout the United States “I firmly believe in our supportive culture built upon reliability and our goal of providing seniors with exceptional services and the lifestyle they so richly deserve,” Bennema said document.addEventListener( 'DOMContentLoaded' function () {const newsletterAsset = new HMIRegistration({ publicationId: 47 bootstrap: document.getElementById('newsletter-asset') formType : "user-initiated",pubType: "business"});newsletterAsset.mount();}); Please login or register first to view this content Only subscribers can update their account from this page celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Oct is particularly special as only 0.1% of married couples reach this momentous occasion the two met on a blind date when they were just 23 and 19 “He just started working at a company because he just got out of the service,” Dora May said “They all invited him to go to a party at a place called Bologna Jones One of the fellas was going with a girl I was working with As neither of them knew many of the other attendees Leon and Dora May spent the entire evening dancing to a jukebox When asked when he knew he was going to propose to Dora May Leon replied “a couple hours (after meeting).” “We didn’t know each other a year before we got married.” The couple married in the Episcopal Church that Dora May grew up in on Long Island they honeymooned in Pennsylvania where they met “the nicest couples” who they are still friends with today you lose track of other people,” Dora May said Though they did not stay in their first house for very long the couple remained on Long Island up until five months ago when they moved to be closer to their daughter “We were Long Islanders from the start,” Leon said Leon worked at a lighting company as an engineer for 41 years though she worked the longest – 35 years – at a travel agency giving the couple many opportunities to travel around the world “We made it clear from the start that that’s what we wanted to do as much as possible.” some of the couple’s fondest memories revolve around skiing When asked if they could relive one moment of their marriage they agreed that the births of their two children we lived in a nice house in a nice neighborhood the last few months we’ve been here because I don’t know anybody here,” Dora May said Cedarhurst of Arnold threw the couple an anniversary party full of cake these strangers gave us a party,” Dora May said “It was amazing that these people were so kind and they gave us a party like that When asked what give advice they would give to a newlywed couple You both have to try to support each other in whatever you decide to do as a couple 2025 at 12:31 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A Queens man was sentenced to 60 days in jail for antisemitic behavior outside of a Cedarhurst synagogue NY — A man has been sentenced to 60 days in jail for attempting to start fights with worshippers outside a Cedarhurst synagogue and making antisemitic remarks toward them later threatening and spitting in the face of another victim pleaded guilty in November to aggravated harassment which is specifically designed to address hate crimes Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly said Tirado was also sentenced to three years probation "Hate-fueled behavior and violence have no place in Nassau County especially near places of worship and community," Donnelly said "This defendant’s vile actions – targeting individuals with antisemitic remarks and harassing them during one of Judaism’s holiest periods of the year – are unacceptable." Patch attempted to get a comment from Tirado's lawyer Daniel Fazio with the Legal Aid Society of Nassau County Tirado was driving near the intersection of Lincoln Street and Oakland Avenue in Cedarhurst when he stopped and had a verbal argument with a group of people who just left Shaare Emunah clenching his fists and attempted to fight multiple people while screaming antisemitic remarks including "The Jews are taking over” and “I know this building; I’m going to run all the children over," prosecutors said near the intersection of Barrett Road and Washington Avenue exclaiming remarks such as "I am going to knock you out" and "I am going to kill you." He then spat in the victim’s face "We remain steadfast in our commitment to protecting members of the Jewish community from harm," Donnelly said Presbyterian Homes announced an independent living expansion project at The Moorings of Arlington Heights near Chicago The project is expected to be completed in 2027 and includes 70 new IL units in a building configuration with underground parking and more In addition to the expansion of IL offerings at the community the community will refresh its dining spaces and common areas of existing IL offerings—a project that is expected to break ground in 2026 Supporting project partners include Perkins Eastman Residents and community members in Arlington Heights have participated in town hall discussions regarding the project Cedarhurst Senior Living recently broke ground on the Cedarhurst of Crown Point 72,000 square-foot community will include 59 assisted living apartments and 24 memory care suites on a 20-acre property Features of the community include modern living spaces with a fitness center The project will also include outdoor seating areas and more The Legacy Senior Communities will expand its independent living capacity at The Legacy Willow Bend in Plano The community will add 30 additional IL units to the community and update various aspects of the existing campus Those upgrades include new amenity spaces while the IL expansion will bring single-family homes described as “30 hybrid-style IL luxury flats.” The luxury units will range from 2,000 square-feet and above with design by HKS Architects and Design with low-density condominium-style buildings with corner views in all units and two-bedroom concepts Units will feature open concepts with large bedrooms laundry room with utilities and custom upgrades with designer finishes The property is currently accepting reservations for the expansion with wait list depositors being able to review final plans and opportunities to reserve a specific unit Supporters of a pro-Palestinian activist arrested and charged Sunday with violating Nassau County's ban on face masks rally Tuesday evening in Mineola against the ban and the arrest A pro-Palestinian activist who police said wore a kaffiyeh at a protest in Cedarhurst on Sunday in violation of Nassau's face mask ban became the first person apparently arrested at a political protest and charged under the month-old ordinance Sunday's arrest came after police officers at the rally asked the activist if he was wearing the kaffiyeh — for many a symbol of support for the Palestinian people — for medical or religious purposes said Nassau County Police Department spokesman Scott Skrynecki When the man said he was wearing the kaffiyeh for neither purpose Newsday is not naming the man because he was charged with a misdemeanor a Hicksville man who was allegedly wearing a mask and carrying a 14-inch knife when Nassau police officers stopped in Levittown while investigating a report of a suspicious male backed by County Executive Bruce Blakeman and approved in August by the legislature made it a misdemeanor for people to cover their faces in public The measure has been condemned as unconstitutional by civil rights groups public health experts and religious leaders politics and crime stories in Nassau County one of the groups that organized Sunday’s protest said the arrest was an attempt to silence critics of United States support for Israel and Israeli occupation of Palestinian lands "This arrest was politically motivated," Hu told Newsday "I definitely believe he was arrested and targeted for his political beliefs." Blakeman and Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder were present at Sunday’s protest "overseeing this blatant infringement of our rights." declined to comment when asked whether the county executive and Ryder were present or about anything else related to the arrest Outside Nassau County headquarters in Mineola on Tuesday evening Hu was joined by about a dozen people demanding the charges be dropped against the protester and for the mask ban to be rescinded a board chair with the Long Island Progressive Coalition said the ban serves no purpose but to be used as a tool to harass people and is unconstitutional "Banning a mask is not going to stop a hate crime or stop someone who has hate in their heart," she said "You can't determine if someone is wearing a mask to commit a crime." adding that silencing anyone's voice is un-American "We hope the citizens of the United States will have the rights the freedom to express their voice to choose their dress," he said "No one should be silenced for standing up for what they believe in." The demonstration at Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst on Sunday included about 100 protesters It was held to voice opposition to the sale of occupied Palestinian land Hu earlier Tuesday shared video that showed the activist cooperating with arresting officers free Palestine" as he was handcuffed and led away He was detained for about three hours Sunday and released with an appearance ticket Violations of the Mask Transparency Act are punishable by up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine a professor at Hofstra University’s law school and a former Nassau County prosecutor said he believes the law is unconstitutional "You have a First Amendment right to protest and you have a right to be anonymous," Klein said A rare case of rabies found in a feral cat in Nassau County one week ago triggered a warning to pet owners and concerns for rescuers who care for stray cat colonies The Nassau County Health Department announced Thursday a cat picked up in Cedarhurst last Saturday had tested positive for rabies A resident reported the cat appeared ill and was not moving "I'm hoping this doesn't have a negative impact on the feral cat community .. [and] doesn't scare people from taking care of animals in general," said John Debacker a Bellmore-based animal rescuer and vice president of Long Island Cat/Kitten Solution "I'm trying to educate the public there is nothing to worry about as long as your pets are up to date on their vaccines." Rabies is a potentially fatal viral disease that can be spread to people from pets and other animals that are infected People who are bitten by an animal they believe could be infected can get a series of shots called post-exposure prophylaxis that are effective if done quickly Rabies cases have been scarce in Nassau County in recent years A raccoon was discovered to have rabies in 2016 and an unvaccinated pet cat that had been adopted from Westchester tested positive in 2017 Get the latest stories every week about health and wellness covering topics from medicine and mental health to updates on the coronavirus and new research "We urge all residents to avoid contact with feral and wild animals and to ensure their pets are up to date with their rabies vaccinations," Nassau County Health Commissioner Dr "The detection of rabies in our county after several years of no reported cases is a stark reminder of the ongoing risk and it’s crucial that we take proactive measures to protect our community." virtually all of the rabies cases on Long Island since 2016 have been found in bats There was one river otter from Suffolk County that tested positive in 2017 Suffolk County has reported confirmed rabies cases in three bats State officials said rabies is most common in wildlife including raccoons but household pets also can become infected The virus is passed through saliva from a bite “Stray and feral cats are at a higher risk [to contract rabies] due to their potential exposure to wild animals that may carry the virus,” said Dr “It’s a reminder of the importance of rabies vaccinations and monitoring wildlife interactions.” Pimento said people who feed feral cat colonies should be particularly vigilant “It’s essential to ensure that feral cats are part of a trap-neuter-release [TNR] program which includes rabies vaccinations,” she said “Avoid handling feral cats directly to minimize the risk of bites or scratches and always wear gloves and wash your hands thoroughly after feeding or caring for the cats.” Since feral cats can pass rabies to people parents should be especially cautious with children and remind them not to approach animals they don’t know “If you see a sick kitten or a sick animal laying around “Even if it is lethargic and not bothering you Debacker said people should continue to take care of their feral cat communities but make sure the cats are spayed or neutered and vaccinated "Most people don't handle feral cats," he said "But they will starve if there is no one to take care of them." Pimento advised people to keep pets indoors or supervised when outside to reduce the risk of contact with wild animals "If you suspect your pet has been exposed to a wild animal or shows signs of unusual behavior contact your veterinarian immediately," she said dogs and domestic ferrets be vaccinated against rabies after the age of 4 months and receive the required booster shots throughout their lives The health department and the Town of Hempstead shelter is holding a free rabies clinic for pets of Nassau County residents at the shelter on Aug The department asked residents to report any dead sick or abnormally acting animals by emailing rabies@nassaucountyny.gov The Cedarhurst of Wichita senior living community developed by Cedarhurst Senior Living is expected to open this fall The community will welcome residents later this year across 60 assisted living and 27 memory care apartments courtyards and various community spaces for programming and events Residents will receive maintenance and laundry service as part of living in the community Waltonwood Senior Living is slated to open a new assisted living and memory care community The community is expected to open in the fall of next year and include 95-units spanning 65-units for assisted living and 30-units for memory care The community’s design was aimed at adapting nature and creating a “welcoming and comfortable environment” for residents along with large community event and dining spaces The project’s partners include Cline Design Architects National Church Residences announced updates to various renovations new development projects and acquisitions across its portfolio The company hosted a grand reopening for Hoover Place following a $9.2 million renovation for low income older adults over the age of 55 The 144-unit community includes a community room with full kitchen for events private patio and walking path with access to public transportation The project was made possible by financial partners including the Ohio Housing Finance Agency 5/3 Bank (Nasdaq: FITB) CREA and Aetna and CVS (NYSE: CVS) according to a news release regarding the renovation effort National Church Residences held a ribbon cutting for the reopening of Lakewood Christian Manor following a $16.4 million renovation for low income residents The 250-unit community spans 9 stories and includes various amenity spaces art room and wellness center for health care services Financiers of the project included Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Department of Housing and Urban Development and Atlanta Housing the company recently received a tax credit from the Ohio Finance Agency (OHFA) to spur further growth National Church Residences will develop Divinity Landing a 54-unit affordable senior housing community in Macedonia Amenities at the proposed community will include a community space event space and onsite property management with one-bedroom units at the 4.5-acre property the Commons at Grant will also be renovated with construction expected to start next spring The largest nonprofit senior living provider also acquired two communities from Maple Knoll Communities netting Corbly Trace and Mount View Terrace in Cincinnati California Commercial Investment Group (CCI) recently celebrated a ribbon cutting ceremony at Northport Senior Apartments in Sioux City a community that was devastated by a previous fire The community is for low income residents and a significant rebuild following a fire in August 2020 caused by lightning strike totally destroying the community first built in 2002 The project was made possible with partnerships from the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) the South Dakota Housing Development Authority (SDHDA) and WNC to access federal income tax credits LCB Senior Living recently announced the updated renovations to the Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland was converted to assisted living in the mid-90s and has grown now to include 76 rental units spanning independent living “Our goal with these renovations is to showcase the beauty of Paine Estate and to celebrate its rich history while providing necessary upgrades and amenities,” said Michael Stoller will embrace the new Paine Estate and we are very excited for everyone to see the new and improved design.” Tutera Senior Living recently announced a new community set to open in Chesterfield Missouri in partnership with Shelbourne Health Care Development Group The Lumiere of Chesterfield will include independent living assisted living and memory care units—with IL units now ready for move-ins and AL units ready next month and MC units available in August The breakdown in units include 69 IL apartments 37 assisted living units and 17 memory care units Shared amenities include multiple libraries was designed with large windows to bring natural light indoors Resident rooms include elements of biophilic design to connect residents and nature into the community that’s aimed at improving resident quality of life combined with manor farmhouse architecture and modern amenities a 79-unit retirement community in Pinehurst recently completed renovations at the property in a town of 41 golf courses Dining spaces were renovated and the community’s clubhouse was enhanced with a new library Updates to apartments are being made as the units become available with new flooring tile back splashes and new carpet to bring a contemporary look to the property The house on Redwood Drive in Cedarhurst where three men allegedly robbed and beat a man on Wednesday Three Cedarhurst brothers were charged with assaulting a man attempting to sell a bracelet after they allegedly lured him into their home beat him with a baseball bat and stole his belongings A 31-year-old man  trying to sell his bracelet at 5 Towns Jewelry Buyers at 589 Willow Ave but was told it was under renovation and to come instead to a Redwood Drive home dragged him into the house and struck him with a closed fist and baseball bat The men also threatened him with a sledgehammer bracelet and driver’s license and the man fled and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon They were scheduled to be arraigned Thursday at First District Court in Hempstead Police did not say if the brothers were employees of the jewelry store 5 Towns Jewelry Buyers did not immediately respond to a request for comment Maureen Mullarkey is a breaking news reporter at Newsday She previously worked as a reporter for Patch where she covered a range of Long Island stories on topics such as the Diocese of Rockville Centre bankruptcy and the Babylon School District abuse scandals Fred and Elaine Zeilberger celebrate their 69th wedding anniversary at the The Bristal at North Woodmere on Wednesday After Fred Zeilberger survived five concentration camps as a child celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary Wednesday at The Bristal at North Woodmere assisted living center where they moved in December after living more than 30 years in Cedarhurst Fred Zeilberger arrived in New York at 17 as a war orphan after he lost most of his relatives in the Holocaust He was sent to concentration camps with his family in Latvia and Poland before he and his father were liberated by the Russians at the end of World War II He met his wife nine years after coming to the United States when he asked her out and picked her up in a hot pink convertible to go to a show and the Copacabana in Manhattan "We had a good marriage," he said His wife said it was "almost" love at first sight "Everything just fell into place," Elaine Zeilberger said and it’s been good being married to him." The Zeilbergers have two daughters and a son Elaine said her husband didn’t want to talk about his childhood growing up in Germany and experiencing Kristallnacht in 1938 when the Nazis smashed his father’s tailor shop and the family was forced to move to a Jewish ghetto The family was among the first group of 200 Jews taken in 1941 to a concentration camp in Latvia They would soon be joined by another 800 taken to the work camp Fred Zeilberger said his father survived by working as a tailor making uniforms for SS soldiers were separated when Fred and his father were taken to a different camp in Poland Another transport came every other day from other countries and then the next day they were gone," Fred Zeilberger said He said that two days after they were liberated in 1945 his father died of typhus Fred Zeilberger said he also was diagnosed with the bacterial disease Zeilberger said he found most of his hometown destroyed and his family gone He connected with other Holocaust survivors and eventually went to Ellis Island in 1947 He got a job as a wholesale meat seller and met Elaine but in recent decades has learned to share his stories about surviving the Holocaust He said it was important to know about his struggle and that of other survivors He speaks at yeshivas and has recorded his story for a documentary it brings back bad memories," Zeilberger said because there aren’t many Holocaust survivors left The couple received a surprise anniversary party Wednesday morning at The Bristal complete with a singing duo serenading them during their first dance as about two dozen residents raised a toast "It just feels wonderful that we’re still together," Elaine Zeilberger said "I thank God for him because he is well Fred and Elaine Zeilberger share a toast Wednesday Orlando-News.com An 80-year-old Orlando woman was killed on Friday after a pickup truck backed into her while she was kneeling in a parking lot The fatal crash occurred at around 8:30 a.m near the intersection of Cedarhurst Road and N 6th Street in Bithlo according to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol FHP stated that a 2010 Ford F-150 was stopped in a driveway located at the Cedarhurst Mobile Home Village the elderly woman was kneeling in a nearby guest parking lot identified in the report as a 35-year-old Orlando man told FHP investigators that he began backing out of the driveway in an easterly direction while turning right He stated that he did not see the elderly woman the left rear tire of the Ford struck the elderly woman The two occupants of the pickup truck – the Orlando man and a 28-year-old male passenger from Sanford – were not injured The double smash burger is one of the more popular items at Crave in Woodmere A kosher burger spot — on every corner — that seems like a possibility these days in the Five Towns area of Nassau County The streets in Cedarhurst and Woodmere usually get sleepy past 10 p.m. but it was tough to find a spot at both Smash House and Crave during recent latenight visits a phenomenon that relies on vegan cheese substitutes Kosher cheeseburgers "didn't necessarily taste good before," Smash House co-owner David Mosberg said but the newest vegan cheese can pass for the real thing Judging by the robust crowds at both establishments younger members of the Five Towns community seem to be digging it This Miami Beach export is dripping in '80s neon graffiti art Together with the warehouse-style counter area and the loudspeaker ordering system a trip to Smash House feels like eating at the snack bar at a roller rink .. A classic smash burger at The Smash House in Cedarhurst comes with vegan cheese Owned by Cendarhurst residents David Mosberg and Benjamin Haimoff Smash House opened in August in the former home of Wok Tov The menu riffs on the smash burger and chicken sandwich along with decadences such as a "burger salad" and dirty fries topped with brisket The smash burgers have that characteristic crunch on the edges but the chicken Schmitzel Sando ($18) is the current favorite Sometimes the chicken in these sandwiches tends to be overdone but this pounded chicken culet is perfectly fried with juiciness and crunch on the edges you don't have to keep kosher to like it 594 Central Ave., Cedarhurst, 516-817-6274, smashhouseburgers.com Open noon to midnight Sundays through Thursdays an hour and a half after sundown until midnight Saturdays People who have made the trip to Israel may have remember Crave a popular burger vendor inside the Mahaneh Yehudah Market in Jerusalem Five Towns restaurant owners Eric and Chaya Fiedler were craving that experience again The Israeli burger chain Crave opened its first location outside of Israel in Woodmere Crave is known for its American-style menu with items like animal fries (topped with cheese inspired by the In-N-Out "secret" menu) Smash burgers are so trendy the name doesn't mean that much these days — the one here eats like a regular burger The meat is so rare it's almost crumbly and there are no crispy edges You can get your burger topped with vegan mozzarella lamb "facon," pickled jalapeños and more But the standard double smash burger ($17) is a decent bet 12 Irving Pl., Woodmere, 516-820-2500, instagram.com/gotcrave