Deep impact ? The Mayor's Charity Gala raises funds for community initiatives
U nited Way of Broward County and Broward County Mayor Lois Wexler raised more than $500,000 for community programs through the Mayor's Charity Gala on Nov. 14 at the Broward County Convention Center. Nearly 1,000 guests enjoyed dinner and dancing to the cool sounds of Hot Brass Monkey. The proceeds will benefit 2-1-1 First Call for Help and Transitional Independent Living programs. ...

Asian Indian community to gather in Woodbridge to remember victims of Mumbai terror attacks
The Indian-American community in the tristate area will hold what is being described as a special "condolence meeting" in memory of the victims of the terror attacks in Mumbai, India, at the Royal Albert's Palace on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 12:30 p.m.

Somerset Hills YMCA helps community grow
The Somerset Hills YMCA will receive an economic vitality award from the Somerset County Business Partnership for being a growing and thriving organization, but the agency's head instead sees the nonprofit facility as contributing to the health of the community in many ways.

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center changes name, refines focus
SPRINGFIELD - The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center honored its old friends and released its new name Tuesday at its seventh Annual Business Partnership Breakfast titled "Transforming One Family at a Time" at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Men plead not guilty in killing at Pacific Community Center
A Kent man pleaded not guilty Tuesday to first-degree murder in last month?s slaying of a 21-year-old man at the Pacific Community Center in South King County.

After Hours Community Band presents Christmas concert
The After Hours Community Band will perform its annual Christmas Concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Harvest Ridge Elementary School, 1220 Harvest Ridge Drive, St. Charles. The public is invited. Admission is free. Refreshments will be served.

Community mourns post office loss
A community's heart has gone four months after its sub-post office closed, Staffordshire residents claim.

Moline hoping to become part of state's Main Street community program
Downtown Moline business owner Mike Reddish said he?s excited about the city?s recent application to become a Illinois Main Street community, but he?s not sure yet what it will mean for his restaurant.

With voter approval in hand, Pound Ridge moves forward on community center
POUND RIDGE - With a crucial referendum victory secured, plans to build a community center in the Town Park are moving ahead.

Old Timers honorees continue to give back to the community
The Stamford Old Timers Athletic Association held its 66th annual dinner Monday night, an event that honors former Stamford athletes for not only their athletic exploits on the field of play but for giving back to our community.

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Poverty reduction is focus of community forum
Legal Assistance of Windsor is inviting the community to attend a forum Thursday on reducing poverty across the province.

Community shows support for Decatur Area Artists Against AIDS benefit
DECATUR - Local artists and community members came together to benefit a special cause at the Lincoln Square Theatre on Tuesday as the Gay and Lesbian Association of Decatur, along with a few other groups, sponsored its Decatur Area Artists Against AIDS benefit for the third year in a row.

2 teens charged in assault of black man at Westchester Community College
VALHALLA - A fight erupted in the registration office of Westchester Community College yesterday that sent a black man to the hospital with head injuries and landed two other teenagers in custody, one on a felony hate-crime charge, Westchester County police said.

Martin County community connection: Dec. 3
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Mandeville police to discuss community policing at town hall meeting
Mandeville's Community-Oriented Policing efforts will be discussed Wednesday night at a town hall forum with officials from the police department....

Community Prays For, Honors Boy Scouts Injured In Parade
A community of people brought together by an accident Monday in Overton gathered Tuesday in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church of New London to pray for those who were injured.

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Dennis ready to be community advocate
FORT VALLEY ? Serving in a political office is a new experience for Fort Valley resident Teresia Dennis, but she is no stranger to serving the community.

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