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Daily Archives: September 23, 2021
Weekly Letter: The Season of our Rejoicing
In this week’s letter the Rebbe brings some points about the Season of our Rejoicing – culmination of the month of Tishrei, with his blessings.
Ukraine Parliament Passes Law Banning Anti-Semitism
The Ukrainian Parliament on Wednesday passed a law defining the concept of anti-Semitism and the punishments for violations of the law.
B&H Photo Video on 34th Street
Judge Dismisses AG Lawsuit Against B&H Photo
The Hon. James E. D’Auguste, Justice on the New York State Supreme Court, dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Attorney General’s office against B&H Photo accusing it of failing to pay $7.3 million in sales tax for $67 million of “Instant Savings” programs offered by manufacturers as incentives to sell its goods.
Picture of the Day
Need a sukkah in a pinch? Check out what these Israeli soldiers did to construct a sukkah on the fly while on duty protecting the country.
Government Warns of Possible Jail Time For Use of Fake COVID Vaccination Cards
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) today warned New Yorkers about the risks of using or buying fake COVID-19 vaccination cards.
Congress Approves Iron Dome Resupply Funding
The US House of Representatives on Thursday passed HR 5323, the Iron Dome Supplemental Appropriations Act.
Massive Crown Heights Tower Project Officially Rejected By Planning Board
After years of controversy and protest, the NYC Planning Commission unanimously voted to reject the rezoning proposal for 960 Franklin Avenue, a residential project in Crown Heights.
Mivtza Daled Minim? Vaad OrVechom Has A Resource Site For That
Need information on Mivtza Daled Minim? Vaad OrVchim Hahiskashrus has a resource website packed with Sichos, articles, Shiurim, videos and more.
Despite Torrential Rains, Sukkos Celebrated in Moscow
Under torrential rain, hundreds of Jews sat down to the first two days of Sukkot in the magnificent Sukkah at the Marina Roshcha Central Synagogue in central Moscow.
Unity Mivtzoim Event and Send-Off for Crown Heights Girls
Following the success and excitement of the Gimmel Tammuz Mivtzoim Event, the organizers at The Lubavitch Youth Organization decided to plan a unity Sukkos mivtzoim event and send-off once again for the Crown Heights girls.
WATCH: 11 Minutes of Pure Musical Simcha
Watch 11 minutes of pure musical simcha in a compilation of Jewish tunes sung for Sukkos by some of Israel’s greatest music stars.
MTA Mask Blitz Adds $50 Fine For The Unmasked
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is advising customers that beginning Thursday, September 23, MTA officers will be stepping up mask enforcement throughout the system and those who do not comply with mask requirements will be more likely to face a $50 fine.
TONIGHT: East Flatbush Simchas Beis Hashoeva
Residents of East Flatbush will be gathering tonight, Thursday, from 6:30pm – 8:30pm, for Simchas Beis Hashoeva with live music, dancing, and an illuminist show.
New York Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker Resigns
New York Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has resigned from his position, according to Governor Kathy Hochul.
PSA: Travel Advisory For NYC With Flash Flood Warning And High Winds
New York City Emergency Management has issued a travel advisory for Thursday, September 23rd through Friday, September 24th. According to the National Weather Service, rain and scattered thunderstorms are forecast citywide beginning Thursday afternoon through Friday.
BDE: Mrs. Pola Slavin, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. Pola (nee Zakon) Slavin OBM, the matriarch of a large Lubavitch family. She passed away on Thursday, the 17th of Tishrei, 5782. Updated with Levaya information
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