A Bold Stand: How High School Parents Are Delaying Smartphones—and Changing the Game
In a world where smartphones dominate teenage life, a group of determined parents is proving that saying no is still an option.
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VIDEO: Community Leaders Call on Every Resident to Join Vaad Hakohol Drive
Crown Heights thrives when every member takes responsibility. Rabbonim, mashpi’im, askanim, and community leaders are united in one message: Every resident must support the Vaad Hakohol and Beis Din by becoming a Crown Heights Community Member.
This is Our Crown Heights
Last June, Crown Heights residents elected a new Vaad Hakohol to partner with the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) on behalf of the entire Shechuna. Nearly 2,000 households spoke volumes with their votes for the new Vaad: meaningful change is needed in Crown Heights.
Big Changes at the CHJCC: An Interview with Shlomo Friedman, the New Director of Social Services
The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) has been helping our community for years, offering important services and support to families and individuals. Now, with the neighborhood growing and changing, the CHJCC is entering a new phase.
Young Slate, Fresh Take: Vaad Hakohol Sets Out to Renew Crown Heights
The Vaad Hakohol is launching a Community Membership Drive this coming Motzei Shabbos. You can become a member by signing up today.
PSA: CHJCC Updates On New Trash Rules, Trash Left Out Before Shabbos Will Not Be Ticketed
A prevailing worry from the Jewish community about the new trash rules has ben laid to rest as the CHJCC announced that they have confirmed with the DSNY that trash taken out before shabbos will not be ticketed.
Jewish Future Alliance Update: Three New Parking Spots To Be Made Available Due To Construction On President and Kingston
President Street between Kingston and Albany: This project aims to replace outdated water mains, some dating back to 1905, to improve efficiency in local homes, including bathrooms, showers, and sinks.
Gallery: The Vaad Hakohol Updates the Community, Discuss Security At Town Hall Meeting
A Town Hall Meeting held Sunday in Crown Heights by the Vaad Hakohol, covered a far reaching update on the work of the Vaad as well as a security briefing from the Commanding Officer of the 71st Precinct.
LIVE at 8:00PM: Vaad Hakohol To Host Town Hall Meeting For The Community
The members of the new Vaad Hakohol will be hosting a Town Hall meeting for the Crown Heights Jewish community this coming Sunday, where they will present updates on their work.
Crown Heights Voter Turnout Blows Past 2020 Historic Number
The historic voter turnout from the Crown Heights Jewish community was blown away this week with a 35% to 50% increase in participation, according to the Jewish Future Alliance.
The Vaad Hakohol Tells The Community To Go Out and Vote
In a video message released Tuesday, the Vaad Hakohol of Crown Heights encouraged the community to go out and vote in today’s US elections.
CHJCC Announces Hiring of Director of Social Services
Great News: The CHJCC has hired a Director of Social Services, a new position to better serve our community and provide the best assistance to Crown Heights families and individuals
Crown Heights United Endorsement on Upcoming Elections
Some community members have already received their absentee ballots and are asking how to vote. In-person early voting begins right after Yom Tov on October 26th, and Election Day is November 5th.
JFA Publishes Election Update, 400 Newly Registered Voters in The Last Four Months
As of October 10th, there are approximately 6,500-6,800 registered Anash voters in Crown Heights, a historic high. In the 2020 Presidential Election, about 4,438 Anash voters participated.
K’siva V’chasima Tova From The Vaad and CHJCC
Dear Crown Heights Community Members, On behalf of the Vaad and CHJCC, we wish you all a K’siva V’chasima Tova, happy and sweet new year. As we enter תשפ״ה, the board is excited to continue our initiatives and bring visible […]
Community Board 9 To Listen To Community Feedback on Proposed Crown Heights Bike Lanes
Join the community to share your feedback to the Community Board 9 as they contemplate the proposed bike lanes for Kingston and Brooklyn Aves.
Crown Heights Community Council Addresses Sanitation Concerns
In response to growing concerns about the new sanitation rules in the neighborhood, the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) is reaching out to residents for input.
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