My Voting Recommendations, by City Council Candidate Yehuda Shaffer
Who should you vote for? Well here are my recommendations.
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Election Is Just 16 Days Away – Today Is The Last Day To Change Your Address If You Have Moved
We are at the end of the line, mail voting has already started, today is the last day to change your address if you’ve moved since the last election, early voting starts at the end of this week, election day is just 16 days away.
CHJCC Welcomes New CEO, Rabbi Mendel Marasow, as Rabbi Eli Cohen Transitions to New Leadership Role
The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) is entering a new chapter. The CHJCC Board of Directors has appointed Rabbi Mendel Marasow as the incoming Chief Executive Officer.
Crown Heights Survey Results: 52.9% For Cuomo, 36.4% Say Sliwa
A CrownHeights.info poll of voters in the Crown Heights Jewish community regarding their plans for the upcoming mayoral election brought back some surprising results this week. Just over half reported they will vote Cuomo, while over 36% said they will be voting for Sliwa.
Crown Heights Milling Work Postponed Until After Sukkos
We are pleased to share that, following swift intervention from the Mayor’s Office, National Grid and NY Paving have confirmed that all milling and related work in Crown Heights will be postponed until after October 20th.
Crown Heights United Endorses Andrew Cuomo for Mayor of New York City
While we acknowledge the long road ahead, we proudly endorse Andrew Cuomo for Mayor of New York City. This endorsement comes after consultation with Jewish communities, Rabbonim, and Askonim across the city.
Crown Heights Beis Din Reminds The Community That There Is No Eruv In Crown Heights
Harav Avrohom Osdoba and Harav Yosef Braun, the two members of the Crown Heights Beis Din, released a signed letter Erev Shabbos Shuva reminding the community that there is no Eruv in Crown Heights, and and anyone saying otherwise is goining against Halacha.
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Chaos In 770 As Rabbi Braun Cancels Mincha Leining Over Extremist Actions
Chaos reined in 770 during Mincha Shabbos afternoon after extremist actions prompted Rabbi Braun to cancel Mincha and lock the Aron Kodesh.
A Rosh Hashanah Message from the Vaad Hakohol and CHJCC Board of Directors
Over the past year, tremendous work has been done to rebuild the foundations of both the Community Council and the Beis Din. The fruits of this labor are already beginning to take shape, and we look forward to sharing their benefits with the community in the years ahead.
Why Don’t Local Askonim Back Local Candidates?
Askonim work their magic by currying favor with politicians: the promise of support, the promise of votes, the promise to answer the phone when they call. To that end, askonim are afraid to back anyone who might rock the boat of that relationship, especially without the guarantee that they’ll win.
Vaad Hakohol: Protect Our Children, Elders, and Neighbors – Say No to Dangerous Bike Lanes
The City has proposed installing protected bike lanes on Kingston Avenue and Brooklyn Avenue. While the intention may be to encourage cycling, the reality is that this plan will put our most vulnerable community members directly in harm’s way.
Crown Heights Launches Voter Registration Week
Over 60 local shuls and organizations have signed a joint letter urging all residents to register to vote. In addition, 25 prominent women leaders—including organizational heads, longtime activists, and educators—have issued a letter addressed specifically to women in the community.
CHJCC Prepares for Move, Doors Opening In September
The new CHJCC office doors will officially open to the public right after Labor Day. From day one, the new location will continue to provide its wide range of vital services.
Vaad Hakohol: Kingston Avenue Construction Update #3
Thanks to ongoing advocacy by Vaad Hakohol, the City has now installed a detour sign on Carroll Street, redirecting traffic to help prevent congestion from building up at President Street — a request we’ve been pushing for, and we’re glad to see it implemented.
Exclusive Interview: The Lubavitcher Running For NYC Council District 41
Lubavitcher and Remsen Village resident Yehuda Shaffer is a candidate for NYC Council District 41 in the upcoming election. He sat down with CrownHeights.info to discuss his campaign.
Vaad Hakohol Community Update: Temporary Water Discoloration
Some residents may now notice brown or discolored water. According to the DDC representative on site, this is a normal occurrence after a water service interruption and should clear up shortly. There is no cause for alarm.
Crown Heights Vaad Hakohol Endorses New Shul Security Initiative: CHOSEN
In a landmark step toward strengthening communal safety, the Vaad Hakohol of Crown Heights has formally endorsed a new shul security initiative known as CHOSEN — the Crown Heights Office of Security and Emergency Network.
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