Act on Robocalls or Else, FCC Warns Phone Companies
The Federal Communications Commission will require phone companies to act aggressively against robocalls – or else.
Hatzalah-Thon To Host Children’s Program On Lag B’Omer
No one will be left out of this year’s Hatzalah-Thon, not even children. At 6:30pm this Thursday, April 29th, right before the main event is scheduled to begin, a children’s Hatzalah-Thon program will take to the airwaves.
Accapaella: The Baltimore Niggun by Mendy J
After a full-day session at Music Studio NYC, Mendy J spontaneously decided to create an acapella track to one of his favorite, joyful Niggunim.
What Language Does Crown Heights (Hatzalah) Speak?
Does Crown Heights have borders? No. Crown Heights is the intersection of global humanity. Crown Heights is at the center of the world. Our borders melt away by the dictum of Ufaratzta.
Birthright Israel to Resume Its Free trips to Israel in May
After a 14-month hiatus, Taglit – Birthright Israel will be resuming its free trips from North America to Israel next month.
New Chabad House Opens It’s Doors In Paris
In the 14th arrondissement of Paris, a New Chabad House opened it’s doors this past week, with a Mezuzah proudly placed on it’s front door.
JEM Launches New Media Platform For Lag B’Omer Content
JEM is excited announce the launch a new platform featuring film, video, audio, photos and more of Lag B’omer with the Rebbe through the years.
Jewish Journalist Killed by Stray Bullet in Kansas City
Aviva Okeson-Haberman had come home after apartment hunting in Lawrence, Kansas, where the reporter for the Kansas City NPR affiliate was about to start a new job covering social services and criminal justice.
New York will lose a seat in the House of Representatives based on numbers released Monday by the Census Bureau. It’s not yet clear which part of New York caused the loss of a seat in the House.
New York to Lose One Seat in House of Representatives Based on Census
New York will lose a seat in the House of Representatives based on numbers released Monday by the Census Bureau. It’s not yet clear which part of New York caused the loss of a seat in the House.
Camp Grow Welcomes New Assistant Director
Mrs. Mushkie Loschak, beloved Mechaneches in Crown Heights, will be joined by her husband, Rabbi Chaim and their two children to lead an amazing summer program for campers and Staff of Camp Grow.
John Kerry, US Senator from Massachusetts, speaks in 2005.
Iran Foreign Minister Reveals John Kerry Kept in Touch About Israeli Covert Operations
Iran’s foreign minister revealed in a leaked recording that former Secretary of State John Kerry told him about covert Israeli attacks on Iranian interests in Syria during the Trump administration.
JEM: Second Chances
One year after leaving Egypt, the Jews were commanded to bring the Passover offering. Some Jews, unable to participate, were granted a second chance the following month. Quoting his father-in-law, the Previous Rebbe, the Rebbe would highlight its powerful reminder for all Jews everywhere: When it comes to making things right, “it’s never too late.”
Hatzalah of South Florida Wins Big, Bill To Allow Ambulance Operation Passes State Senate
Hatzalah of South Florida gets a massive Mazal Tov as a bill allowing them to transport patients to local hospitals passes the state senate unanimously. Once signed by the Governor, Hatzalah will be able to provide medical care and transport to the large and rapidly growing community of South Florida.
A U.S. Navy Officer and Rabbi’s Wife
With an engaging and dynamic style of presentation, Lieutenant Commander Laurie Lans weaves stirring stories of her time in war, taking us to a menorah-lighting ceremony in Saddam Hussein’s palace, a megillah reading in the hills of Afghanistan, and through her fascinating journey of Jewish pride and tenacity under extreme conditions.
Friendship Circle Support Groups Get an Upgrade
For over 10 years, the Friendship Circle has facilitated bi-monthly groups where mothers can meet, learn, network and support each other. Partnering together with Stardust of Hamaspik, these support groups have moved from bi-Monthly to weekly.
Supreme Court to Hear New York Case on Carrying Handguns in Public
The US Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear an appeal in a New York case over the right to carry a firearm in public for self-defense. Following recent mass shootings in Indiana, Georgia, Colorado and California, the justices said they will review a lower-court ruling that upheld New York’s strict gun permit law.
Night Is When The Brightest Stars Come Out To Shine
Every night in the humble shtetl of Crown Heights, thousands of families put their beloved children to bed. They say Shema, tuck them in and say good night. These wonderful parents are at peace because they know that as night falls over their beautiful community, Hatzalah members on night shift duty will ensure that the dark hours are never totally dark.
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