Speed Cameras Coming to NY Bridges, Tunnels in 2026
Speed cameras will fine drivers in work zones on New York City’s bridges and tunnels starting in 2026, according to the MTA.
Young Shluchos To Gather Nightly In Expanded Learning Initiative
Tonight, as every night, hundreds of young Shluchim across three time zones, from Milwaukee to Rotterdam, will gather online for Yeshivas Erev. And now, for the first time, girls will have the same opportunity through a new program called Shiur-It.
The view over Chabad of Montego Bay as Jamaica prepares for Hurricane Melissa to make landfall tonight.
As Jamaica Braces for Hurricane Melissa, Rabbi Prepares
As airports close and residents evacuate, Rabbi Yaakov Raskin, who has directed Chabad-Lubavitch of Montego Bay with his wife Chaya since 2014, is preparing to stay and weather the storm.
Tenathon 2025: A Celebration of Music, Marriage, and Legacy
Ten Yad’s annual Tenathon, a cherished tradition of music and giving, is reimagining itself with its boldest production yet. The theme, A New Stage, is not just a title. It’s a statement of scale.
Chabad Shliach Appointed Spiritual Advisor to IDF Widows and Orphans Organization
The IDF Widows and Orphans Organization, the official body representing the widows and orphans of Israel’s fallen soldiers, has announced the appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Bistritzky, Chabad Shliach to Savyon, as the organization’s rabbi and spiritual advisor.
JEM Restores Rare 1960s Tishrei Photos of the Rebbe
Now, through the rediscovery of old film and JEM’s ongoing archival efforts, a remarkable new collection brings Tishrei of the late 1960s and early 1970s to light.
Baby Boy!
Aharon Tzvi and Chana (nee Reich) Altman from Crown Heights had a baby boy!
Video of the Day
Watch this remarkable short video from Dr. Nicholas Suite recalling when he treated/observed the Lubavitcher Rebbe towards the end of the Rebbe’s life. Dr. Suite is a Johns Hopkins educated, Cornell trained neurologist, who did additional teaching and training at the University of Miami.
USDA Announces No Federal SNAP Benefits Will be Delivered Over Government Shutdown
The US Department of Agriculture warned Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will not go out on Nov. 1 — disrupting food access nationwide as the government shutdown drags on.
Over 1,400 Newly Registered Voters Brings Crown Height’s Voter Count To Over 8,000
We did it — over 1,400 newly registered voters in Anash Crown Heights, bringing our total to more than 8,000 who can vote! This is incredible — but the work isn’t done yet.
Levaya for Rabbi Chaim Brikman OBM Passes By 770
Over a hundred Crown Heights residents came to 770 Eastern Parkway Sunday afternoon to bid farewell to Rabbi Chaim Brikman OBM the Rebbe’s Shliach to Seagate, Brooklyn and a Hatzalah member for many years.
Picture of the Day
Friends, family, and fellow volunteers traveled to Chabad of Seagate in Brooklyn to bid farewell to Rabbi Chaim Brikman OBM, the Shliach to Seagate and Hatzalah volunteer.
Lamplighters Podcast: Borscht Belt Meets Bible Belt
In Episode 59 of Lamplighters: Stories From Chabad Emissaries On The Jewish Frontier, reporter/producer Gary Waleik presents the story of Rabbi Yosef and Rebbetzin Bina Goldwasser, Chabad Shluchim to Mobile, Alabama.
Chaim V’Chesed: New Yorkers in Israel – How to Engage in the Mayoral Race
Eligible voters must request their absentee ballot by 11:59 p.m. New York time on October 28. The process is simple: complete the FPCA (Federal Postcard Application) form and email it to voterreg@boe.nyc.ny.us. Ballots are typically received by email within a few days.
Renewed Mikvah Opens in the City of Bryansk, Russia
Originally built about fifteen years ago, the mikvah underwent a complete reconstruction and modernization. Upon completion of the extensive renovation, it was officially reopened in an emotional ceremony attended by dozens of members of the local Jewish community.
Early Voting Schedule For Crown Heights, Crown Heights United Endorsement List
Crown Heights Unites has published a list of endorsements for he upcoming NYC elections. Crown Heights Rabbonim, along with 60 shuls and community organizations, have called on the community to come out and vote.
BDE: Rabbi Chaim Brikman, 58, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Chaim Brikman OBM, the Shliach of the Rebbe to Seagate in Brooklyn, and a much-loved member of Hatzalah of Seagate.
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