Alternate Side Parking Regulations Suspended Wednesday, January 6th
Alternate Side Parking regulations will be suspended on Wednesday, January 6th, 2021 for a holiday. Parking meters remain in effect.
Urban Aeronautics to Provide Four Flying Ambulances to Hatzolah Air
Israel-based Urban Aeronautics has announced that it will provide four of its CityHawk vertical take-off and landing aircraft to Hatzolah Air, an American-based company that provides emergency medical service (EMS) applications, reported Calcalistech.com. The news follows an initial agreement with Hatzolah AIr in August 2020 to develop, produce, and market the CityHawk aircraft.
Rabbi Braun Calls for Chabad to Support Tahareinu
In the decade since its inception, Tahareinu has grown and now not only helps Shluchim around the globe, but has offices in 9 countries and helped bring over 2,000 babies into the world. For two days on Tuesday and Wednesday, Tahareinu is raising a million dollars in a campaign that does not contain matchers, and they are counting on your support.
Former Commanding Officer of the 71st Precinct Inspector Grandstaff to be Promoted to Chief
The former Commanding Officer of the 71st Precinct, Inspector Norman Grandstaff, will be promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief, according to a police source, and remain in the Brooklyn South Boro.
Rabbi Ephraim and Mrs. Miriam Rosenblum
Obituary: Mrs. Miriam Rosenblum, 78, Beloved Educator and Tireless Head of Charitable Fund
Mrs. Miriam Rosenblum, a beloved educator in Pittsburgh for more than five decades and the founder of Keren Racheim, a local organization committed to helping those in need, passed away last month at the age of 78. Her passing came only two months after the loss of her husband, Rabbi Ephraim Rosenblum.
Terrorist Eliminated During Ax Attack South of Jerusalem
An Arab terrorist attacked Israeli civilians and a group of Israeli soldiers with an ax Tuesday afternoon, at the Gush Etzion Junction south of Jerusalem. Israeli security forces present at the scene of the attack quickly responded by opening fire, fatally wounding the terrorist.
One Person Injured As Two FDNY Ambulances Collide in Crown Heights
Two FDNY ambulances collided Monday night at the intersection of Brooklyn Ave and Midwood Street in Crown Heights, sending one of the ambulances careening into a wall.
Officers responding to a domestic violence call in Crown Heights Monday night were forced to fire their weapons after they were attacked by a knife wielding assailant in a persons home.
Shots Fired By Police In Crown Heights As Officers Intervene in Domestic Dispute
Officers responding to a domestic violence call in Crown Heights Monday night were forced to fire their weapons after they were attacked by a knife wielding assailant in a persons home.
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Eligibility To Receive COVID-19 Vaccine in New York State Expanded
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced expanded prioritization for New Yorkers eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine to include more front line health workers.
Hiloula of the Abir Yaacov – Rabbi Yaacov Abuhatzeira and the Rambam Celebrated in Crown Heights
20 Tevet marks the Yahrzeit of the Rambam and more recently of Rabbi Yaacov Abuhatzeira, the grandfather of Rabbi Yisroel Abuhatzeira also known as the Baba Sali. Over 100 men and women came to the Beinoni Shul in Crown Heights to celebrate the life of these two great Tzadikim.
Governor Cuomo Announces UK Strain of COVID-19 Has Been Detected in Saratoga Springs
Earlier today, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that the first confirmed case of the UK strain of COVID-19 virus has been detected in Saratoga Springs, NY.
New York Democrat’s Bill Allowing Governor to Detain Individuals Dangerous to ‘Public Health’ Sparks Backlash
A New York Democrat’s bill that would allow the governor or his surrogates to detain individuals who pose a threat to public health “by a single order … in a medical facility or other appropriate facility” sparked fierce backlash online.
Oholei Torah Raffle Extended Four More Days
Oholei Torah has announced that it has extended the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for their annual raffle. Oholei Torah’s annual raffle drawing will now take place on Friday, the 24th of Teves/January 8th.
Whole Psychiatry: Healthy Mind, Healthy Body
Dr. Robert Hedaya’s concept of Whole Psychiatry looks at both traditional psychiatry and functional medicine to get a complete view of a patient’s psychological and physical health. This armchair discussion with Dr. Hedaya and Rabbi Shais Taub, a leading authority on Jewish mysticism, will compare and contrast the medical and mystical viewpoints. These vital insights will shed light on the relationship between the body and mind and how to bring healing to both.
New Chabad on Campus Shluchim to Hyde Park, NY
Chabad on Campus welcomed Rabbi Moshe and Chavie Kalmenson as the new Shluchim to The Culinary Institute of America and Marist College in Hyde Park, NY.
Baby Girl!
Motti and Devorah Leah (nee Clapman) Cohen (Crown Heights)
New York Lotteries Climb Over $400 Million
Both the New York Powerball and MegaMillions lotteries climbed over $400 Million this week, sparking a lottery fever in the state. Last weeks drawing of the MegaMillions brought no winner, sending the winning amount from $401 Million to $432 Million.
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