The New York City Department of Transportation has proposed ADA-compliant upgrades along Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Work between Schenectady and Ralph Avenues will include redesigned B14 bus stop areas at Utica and Buffalo Avenues and new pedestrian ramps to improve accessibility.
Michael and Esther Bogart shared their inspiring life stories. Michael, a former Navy musician and substance abuse counselor, recounted his journey from addiction to spiritual awakening, including his conversion to Judaism and his work with the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s teachings.
Chabad of Boerne coordinated with Boerne City Council Member Ty Wolosin and Bunker Branding—a local corporation with close ties to the hard-hit Kerrville community—to bring aid to where it’s needed most.
In Episode 56 of Lamplighters: Stories From Chabad Emissaries On The Jewish Frontier, reporter/producer Gary Waleik presents the story of Rabbi Chananyah and Rebbetzin Eliana Duthie, Chabad shluchim to Stellenbosch University.
In an interview with the BBC, the official admitted that Hamas has lost around 80% of its control over the Gaza Strip, which has been overtaken by armed clans.
Shneur and Sara (nee Heber) polter from Crown Heights had a baby girl!
This past Friday, R’ Avi Piamenta passed away. A virtuoso flutist and singer, he formed the renowned Piamenta Band with his brother Yosi, blending rock, jazz, and Jewish music into a transformative sound that uplifted generations.
By Berke Chein, a former camper and current father who still remembers what mattered, and what hurt.
Ahead of Yud Beis Tammuz, join the vibrant celebration of the Frierdiker Rebbe with “The Heroic Struggle”, a fascinating captivating tale of the Frierdiker Rebbe’s fearless stand against oppression, inspiring us all to unite in this timeless story of courage that resonates with hearts everywhere.
On Independence Day, President Donald Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” which permanently enshrines the nation’s first federal scholarship tax credit into law. This new provision will enable eligible students to receive K-12 scholarships to attend the yeshivah or school of their choice.
The Baron Family will be sitting Shiva in Crown Heights following the passing of Dr. Shmuel Baron OBM. Time and location in extended article.
In the 1930s — when most countries had sealed their borders to Jewish refugees fleeing Europe — the Dominican Republic opened its doors, and a small Jewish community took root in Sosúa. The community has since faded, with most descendants moving abroad or intermarrying.
Hours after Shabbat began on July 4, a lone arsonist attempted to set fire to the historic East Melbourne Synagogue in Australia’s largest city. Approximately 20 Jews, including children, were there for Friday evening prayer services.
With great sadness we report the passing of R’ Avi Piamenta OBM, a famed Lubavitcher musician. He passed away suddenly Erev Shabbos, the 8th of Tammuz, 5785.
With great sadness we report the passing of Dr. Shmuel Baron OBM. He passed away in Baltimore, MD, where he lived for more than 45 years and was central figure in the Lubavitch community.
When Ezriel finished telling the story, Nussen quipped, “What was he thinking? That I should give up the minyan and breakfast with the bochurim for a little bit of money?”
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
