Baby Boy!
Mendy and Cheyenna (nee Borenstein) Hershkop (Crown Heights)
Lord & Taylor Files For Bankruptcy
Lord & Taylor, one of America’s oldest department stores, has joined a large and growing list of large chain stores filing for bankruptcy as casualties of the coronavirus pandemic. Tailored Brands, the parent company of two other nationwide chains Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Banks, filed for bankruptcy as well.
A Medley from Blue Melody – Featuring Eli Marcus and Moshe Tischler
Blue Melody 2020 – a new vision, new sound, next level energy and class, presents a four-song medley featuring the two of the industry’s biggest stars, Eli Marcus and Moshe Tischler. The Blue Crew takes us to the future of Jewish Music as well as a nod to an earlier classic.
Rabbi Simon Jacobson Launching New Video Series
Rabbi Simon Jacobson is launches a new video series entitled: In Conversation with World Leaders, and premiering Monday, August 3rd. The first episode will feature Rabbi Berel Lazar, Chief Rabbi of Russia.
Motzei Shabbos Hit and Run Driver Leaves Two Damaged Cars in Crown Heights, Abandons Car In The Middle Of The Street
A hit and run driver slammed into two parked cars Motzei Shabbos, abandoning his wrecked vehicle in the middle of a Crown Heights intersection. The 71st Precinct is investigating the incident.
New Engagement!
Benny Yerushalmy (Bel Harbor, Florida) to Malkie Carciente (Crown Heights) L’Chiam: Tonight, Monday night, at 547 Montgomery St
Mikvah Stories To Inspire Part 2
Back by popular demand, mikvah.org presents a second story session, featuring 12 women in 6 location for one powerful hour. Hear of tremendous dedication to Mikvah during corona times as well as through various life challenges and walk away with a renewed inspiration for yourself.
Picture of the Day
Kosher certifications can be found on many food products, as well as some not so edible stuff. Did you know that face masks need a hechsher? Neither did I, but for some reason the OU thought it should be a requirement, and specified that the cloth material is dairy. Am I missing something here?
Baby Boy!
Levi and Mimi (nee Fradkin) Coleman (Miami, Florida)
Tropical Storm Warning Issued for NYC as Isaias Approaches
A tropical storm warning has been issued Monday for New York City as Tropical Storm Isaias makes it’s way toward the Carolinas – before unleashing pounding rain and strong winds on the Big Apple and surrounding areas Tuesday.
As Rent Moratorium Expires, Landlord-Tenant Battles Begin
Readers may recall the eviction moratorium expired a little more than a week ago nearly four months after the US economy effectively shut down due to the covid pandemic. This means that 12 million renters could be on the cusp of eviction in a matter of months.
BDE: Avrohom (Alejandro) Rosenfeld, 57, OBM
It is with great sadness that we notify of the passing of Avrohom (Alejandro) Rosenfeld OBM, a member of the Chabad community of Caracas, Venezuela, and recently of New York.
New Engagement!
Mendel (ben Dovid) Schmukler (Crown Heights) to Mushky (bas Noam) Cohen (Ocean City, MD) L’Chaim: Monday night, at 518 Montgomery St
IDF Thwarts Infiltration Attempt Along Syrian Border
IDF forces on Sunday night eliminated four terrorists who attempted to place explosives on the Israeli-Syrian border. IDF fighters and IDF aircraft fired at the squad that numbered four terrorists and hit them. There were no casualties among the Israeli forces.
Alternate Side Parking Resumes Tomorrow
ASP will resume tomorrow, Monday, August 3rd through Sunday, September 5th, 2020, following the new one day a week schedule.
8:00pm: What Can I Do About My Losing Trust in G-d?
The topics in this week’s 320th episode of the highly acclaimed MyLife: Chassidus Applied series, with Rabbi Simon Jacobson, will include: What Can Be Done About Phone Addiction and Worse…? What Can I Do About My Losing Trust in G-d? Is It Appropriate to See Non-Religious Therapists; Birth of Redemption in the Belly of the Abyss; Why Is the 15th of Av Equated With Yom Kippur? Is the Battle Between Shor Ha’Bor and Leviathan a Physical or a Spiritual One? Was the “Shattering of the Containers” an Accident? Can Everyone Elevate Sparks?
PSA: New Speed Camera Goes Up On Remsen Ave
A new speed camera is being installed on Remsen Avenue facing northbound at East 53rd Street. The location, right before Rutland Rd, has a rapidly growing Jewish community in the area known as Remsen Village.
