Earthquake Near NYC Shakes Parts of Westchester County and the Hudson Valley
An earthquake rated magnitude 2.2 on the Richter scale shook parts of Westchester County and the Hudson Valley Friday morning, waking some residents but doing no damage.
Jewish Communities in Commonwealth Welcome King Charles III
Amidst a resplendent display of British pomp and national pride, King Charles III ascended to the throne of England on Shabbat, and Jewish communities throughout the Commonwealth celebrated the coronation with special prayers for his welfare during Shabbat services, followed by expressions of goodwill for the new king.
Hochul Signs Change to New York State Bail Laws
Judges across New York State now have more control in setting bail for defendants awaiting trial. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the change into law Wednesday morning, along with the new state budget.
Buried in the Budget, New York to Require Gas-Free New Buildings
New York state is banning natural gas stoves and furnaces in most new buildings, a policy that’s part of a national movement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Chaim V’Chessed: US Vaccination Requirement for Foreigners to End
Chaim V’Chessed has been enunciating the COVID rules and regulations for travel since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020. Now, what is perhaps the last remaining COVID travel regulation will be coming to an end.
US Regulator Seizes First Republic Bank, to Sell Assets to JP Morgan
United States regulators said on Monday First Republic Bank has been seized and a deal agreed to sell the bank to JPMorgan Chase & Co, in what is the third major U.S. institution to fail in two months.
Applications for Cooling Assistance Accepted Beginning May 1
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $15 million is available through the Home Energy Assistance Program to help vulnerable, low-income New Yorkers without air conditioning to stay cool during the heat of summer. Eligible households include someone who has a documented medical condition exacerbated by extreme heat, or households with young children, or older adults.
Biden, Harris Officially Announce 2024 Reelection Campaign
President Joe Biden formally announced his bid for re-election Tuesday, asking voters to give him another four years as America’s oldest president to help him “finish the job” despite plunging support.
Exodus Continues as More Than 10,000 New Yorkers Have Moved to Florida in 2023
Another disillusioned batch of more than 10,000 New Yorkers relinquished their driver’s licenses for the Florida version in the first quarter of 2023, extending an ongoing exodus into the Sunshine State.
Trump Indicted In New York Hush Money Case
Former President Trump was indicted on criminal charges in New York on Thursday for his role in organizing hush money payments made to an adult film star during his 2016 campaign.
Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers to be Cautious of Practices Targeting Jewish Communities Before Pesach
New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert urging New Yorkers to be cautious of potential discriminatory pricing practices at car washes in advance of Passover.
Honda Announces Massive Recall For Seatbelt Issues, Includes Popular 2018-2020 Odyssey Models
Half a million Honda and Honda made vehicles are being recalled after an issue was found with the vehicle’s seatbelts, which mechanism can deteriorate over time.
Regulators Close Signature Bank, Second Shuttered by Feds after SVB Disaster
US regulators shut down a second bank Sunday in a bid to stem the banking crisis after Silicon Valley Bank went down last week.
COVID-era SNAP Bonus Ends in New York
A pandemic-era bonus to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, ended Wednesday for New Yorkers and the residents of dozens of other states.
Second Emergency Benefit Available for Eligible New Yorkers Through Home Energy Assistance Program
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of resources to help New Yorkers save on their home energy bills. A second emergency benefit through the Home Energy Assistance Program is now available for eligible New Yorkers.
No Credible Threat To The Jewish Community, Or Any Community, Despite “Day of Hate” This Shabbos
A special community message from NYPD Inspector Richie Taylor, the Commanding Officer of Community Affairs, has put to rest fears over this weeks planned “Day of Hate”, noting that there are no credible threats to the Jewish community or any community.
NYPD Warns of “Day of Hate” Call For Action by Known Anti-Semitic Groups
The NYPD Intelligence & Counterterrorism Bureau released a Memo this week warning of a “Day of Hate” scheduled to take place this Shabbos, calling for anti-Semites across the globe to make their feelings known.
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