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Theresa Scavo holding her “Commander’s Award” for outstanding support of the Toys for Tots program. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

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Neighborhood Newsbeat: Lew Fidler Democratic Club carries on a quarter-century tradition, toys for kids

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In 2001, the 41st Assembly District Lew Fidler Democrats Club held their...

From left: Kalman Yeger; Sgt. Joshua Riley; Jennifer Faucher, district leader, state committee member for the 41st Assembly District; and Yehuda Schupper (holding Assemblymember Helene Weinstein’s award). Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

The late Lew Fidler lives on through his annual holiday toy drive now in 23rd year

January 2 | Wayne Daren Schneiderman

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Alex Zhorov, president of Be Proud Inc. (left), along with Be Proud volunteers Barbara Oterin, age 9, and Andrew Contrino at Toys for Tots event. Photos: Wayne Daren Schneiderman/Brooklyn Eagle

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U.S. Army Maj. Roger Hafford, BRLA President Adam Kalish, Margaret Stanton, and Joann Monaco at the Breakfast with Santa event, showcasing the community's support for military families.Photos: Mario Belluomo/Brooklyn Eagle

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