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.
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.
Despite the rumors, it was a primary, not an election. In November we will head to the polls for the election that really counts: who will be the Mayor of New York City for the next four years.
Crown Heights has officially thrown its support behind Andrew Cuomo in the upcoming mayoral primary, making it the third Orthodox Jewish community to endorse the former governor. The neighborhood joins Far Rockaway and the Bobov community in Borough Park in backing Cuomo’s bid.
The Crown Heights Vaad Hakashrus has announced that effective Sunday, May 18th, they will no longer provide certification for Biarritz restaurant on Kingston Ave. No reason for the change has been provided.
Lubavitcher and Crown Heights resident Yehuda Shaffer has launched his campaign for New York Council Seat for District 41. He needs your help.
Following the planned protest scheduled for today, as well as the protests and footage from last week, the Vaad Hakohol has reached out to the Central Yeshiva at 770 and the United Talmidei Hakvutza, requesting that they issue an announcement with guidelines for the students.
In a world where smartphones dominate teenage life, a group of determined parents is proving that saying no is still an option.
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.
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.
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.
The Vaad Hakohol is launching a Community Membership Drive this coming Motzei Shabbos. You can become a member by signing up today.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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