Two sources from QC database system

DUBOW, By J. B. "In Five Towns, Orthodox Community Booms." New York Times (1857-Current file) Jun 21 1998: LI2.

In this article the author describes the flourishing Jewish community in Lawrence and the rest of the Five Towns. She discusses how with growing families many people are doing construction to extend their houses. She also describes how shops and businesses are changing their policies to cater to the growing Jewish community.

Woodmere, L. I., and By V. KELLERMAN. "A Rural Ambiance Close to Queens." New York Times (1857-Current File) Aug 11 1996: RCW5.

In this article the author talks about the Orthodox Jewish community in the Five Towns. She describes how the proximity to synagogues and kosher food is a draw to Orthodox Jews. She also discusses how this influx of Jews has raised real estate prices and hurt the public school system.