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Tag: hundredth birthday

Assemblymember William Colton presenting 100-year-old Boris Sirota with an assembly citation. Photo by Arthur De Gaeta

Southern Brooklyn resident celebrated on 100th birthday

November 27 | Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Brooklynite and veteran Boris Sirota commemorated his 100th birthday with a day...

In addition to honoring Boris Sirota, a ribbon was also cut marking the opening of Bainbridge Adult Day Care Center’s new gym. Photo by Arthur De Gaeta

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Centenarian, World War II vet and Brooklynite honored in ‘upbeat, moving’ gathering

November 26 | Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Brooklynite and veteran Boris Sirota commemorated his 100th birthday with a day...

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