Weekly Dvar Torah: When Living Comes Alive
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman delves into the “Chayus” – Life – behind Chassidus, and how it infuses energy and vitality into the Jewish way of life.
In Canada’s Sub-Arctic, ‘Roving Rabbis’ Fan Flames of Jewish Life
Matusof, 23, of Calgary, Alberta, and Stern, 23, of Brooklyn, N.Y., spent nearly a month of their summer break traveling through northern Alberta, Yukon and the Northwest Territories as participants in the Merkos Shlichut visitation program.
Following Tragedy, Fund Launched To Support the Markel Family
She suffered in silence for years as she fought for her health and to be a mother to her three dear sons, Mendel, Chaim and Arik and an Eishes Chayil to her husband Moishe. Now her young Bochurim are left without a mother to care for them and lovingly raise them.
NYC’s Contentious Takeover of Ailing Maimonides Hospital Approved by State Despite Stiff Opposition
New York City’s contentious takeover of financially ailing Maimonides Medical Center was approved by state regulators Thursday — despite stiff opposition from the Orthodox Jewish community and other nearby Brooklyn residents.
Camp Gan Yisroel UK (CGI UK) Concludes an Unforgettable Summer of Growth, Chassidishkeit and Fun
Camp Gan Yisroel UK has concluded another highly successful summer, with over 150 campers and staff from around the world enjoying a summer filled with Chassidishkeit, friendship, personal growth and non-stop fun.
Baby Girl!
Yankel and Chaya Mushka (nee Katzman) Raskin from Ellenville, NY had a baby girl!
Weekly Letter: Clarifying A Misconception
As we celebrate the auspicious birthday on Chai Elul of the two luminaries of chassidus – its founder, R’Yisroel Baal Shem Tov and the Baal Ha’Tanya, R’Schneur Zalman – we share a letter of the Rebbe, in answer to a young man who says he doesn’t have anything to take out from his periodic study of the Tanya. The Rebbe clarifies a misconception and gives some specific advice.
Trump Signs Order Renaming Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ in the United States
President Donald Trump said Thursday he is renaming Lake Ontario to be known as “Lake America” in the United States as he exacerbates his trade war with Canada.
Smiling Faces as TTOP Welcomes Talmidim
Tomchei Tmimim Ocean Parkway opened its doors for the new school year, welcoming back talmidim who arrived with big smiles, high energy, and a real excitement to begin learning.
An Exciting New Beginning for Oholei Torah Preschool and Pre1A
Oholei Torah Preschool and Pre1A opened its doors this week with an atmosphere of joy and excitement as talmidim began a new year filled with discovery, growth, and Chassidishe chinuch.
Here’s My Story: One Jew, Three Opinions
Ms. Judy Waldman, a yacht broker, has been living in South Florida for the past thirty-six years. She was interviewed in June 2026.
Theme Announced for The Upcoming Kinus Hashluchim
Thousands of Shluchim to gather in Crown Heights under a theme centered on achdus, chizuk, and the power of choosing good
Baby Girl!
Mendel and Sara Perlstein from Norwood Park, IL had a baby girl!
INBOX: A Fundamental Threat To the Security and Future of Crown Heights
The shocking silence from our local leadership is just as concerning as the future of Southern Crown Heights, but I am optimistic that with a unified community approved plan of action hopefully we can turn things around.
Delta to Resume Daily Flights Between New York and Tel Aviv in September
Delta Air Lines announced Wednesday that it will restore daily nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, with flights set to resume in September.
New Engagement!
Mendy Dubov (Orlando, FL) to Rochel Croitoru (Coral Springs, FL) L’Chaim: Thursday, August 27th, 8:30pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
Information to be Menachem Avel the Markel Family
The Markel family will be sitting Shiva in Crown Heights following the passing of Mrs. Henna Markel OBM. Times and location in extended article.
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