Riverdale Chabad House Vandal Arrested by NYPD
Police have arrested a suspect in a string of vandalism incidents at Riverdale synagogues, including a Chabad House in the area.
BDE: Rebbetzin Golda Aronow, 89, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Rebbetzin Golda Aronow OBM, wife of Reb Menachem Mendel Hakohen sheyichye Aronow. She passed away this past shabbos, the 19th of Iyar, 5781. Updated with Levaya Information
TSA Extends Mask Use Through September 13th
The Transportation Security Administration has extended the face mask requirement for individuals across all transportation networks throughout the United States, including at airports, onboard commercial aircraft, on over-the-road buses, and on commuter bus and rail systems through September 13th.
US Begins Final Troop Withdrawal from Afghanistan After 20 Years
The United States began the final phase of withdrawing its military forces from Afghanistan on Saturday. The May 1 date was set by President Biden as the official start of a final withdrawal of US forces that will end by Sept. 11.
Horowitz Lag B’Omer Bonfire Hits 36 Years
A Lag Ba’omer bonfire and celebration took place for the 36th year running on Empire Boulevard, in the backyard of the Horowitz family home. There, the Horowitz family and Rabbi Nachman Twerskei have held their annual ‘Hadlokoh’ of a Bonfire in honor of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai.
Complete List Deceased From of Meron Tragedy Released
Following the conclusion of Shabbos, Israeli authorities completed the identification of those who perished in the tragedy in Meron. A full list of their names has been released.
Oy Rashbi! How Can We Celebrate Lag B’Omer in Face of Tragedy
What are we to make of the horrific loss of 45 people and many more injured at this year’s festive Lag B’omer celebration on Mount Miron? Children, teens, adults, scholars and leader. Rabbi Simon Jacobson addresses the issue with a special video.
New Engagement!
Levi Feller (S. Paul, MN) to Chaya Shmotkin (Stamford, CT) L’Chaim: Sunday, 7:30pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown St.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Rebbe’s Response to Miron
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
Crown Heights Hatzalah Parades Around Crown Heights To Say Thank You
Volunteers from Crown Heights Hatzalah gave thanks to the community, and received a thank you in return Friday afternoon as they paraded through the streets of Crown Heights blaring a message of thanks to the community for their support.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced New York City can expand its indoor dining capacity to 75% beginning May 7. New York City’s gyms and fitness centers will be able to expand to 50% capacity the week after, beginning May 15.
NYC reopening: Indoor dining expands to 75% capacity May 7; gyms increase capacity May 15
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced New York City can expand its indoor dining capacity to 75% beginning May 7. New York City’s gyms and fitness centers will be able to expand to 50% capacity the week after, beginning May 15.
New Engagement!
Rephael Baron (Bondy, France) to Haya Mouchka Haddad (Brussels, Belgium)
How Could A Glass Break At Our Wedding?
Before last night, this article was going to offer a glimpse into the Shabbos of a Hatzalah family. Now, as tears stream down our cheeks as we mourn our brothers in Meron, We ask that you help Hatzalah help us build an unbreakable future.
Weekly Story: Lag B’Omer
In honor of Lag B’Omer, I am posting a thought I presented in a farbrengen this past Wednesday night. As always your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky
Chabad Headquarters Calls For Prayer Amid Mt. Meron Tragedy
Chairman of Merkos L’inyonei Chinuch, Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky, has published a statement calling for prayer amid the tragedy in Meron during the Lag B’Omer festivities.
Weekly Dvar Torah: We Have An Inner Vault
In his weekly letter, Rabbi Zalmen Wishedski faces the tragedy that took place in Meron last night, and how we may not have the answers to some of the most difficult questions that plague us, yet it is our inner strength and connection with Hashem that preserves us.
Chai Lifeline: Coping With The Tragedy In Meron
Rabbi Dr. Dovid Fox, director of Project Chai, the crisis intervention, trauma, and bereavement department of Chai Lifeline, offers practical suggestions and guidelines following the horrific tragedy in Meron.
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