The headquarters of Iranian militias in the M’eizileh base in Deir Ezzor in eastern Syria were struck by “unidentifiable drones” overnight. The base was targeted by eight airstrikes, killing a total of twelve Iranian-backed fighters.
It seems to be a Democrat Politicians problem. Protests start, pander to the protesters, then discover that you can’t control them, so you pander more. New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio appears to be doing just that, turning on his own police force as a way of placating the protesters demanding “justice.”
New York Ave is closed Motzei Shabbos by the NYPD’s 71st Precinct in Crown Heights as they prepare for the possibility of a visit from a large group of protesters.
Thousands of people have taken to the streets of New York City since Saturday protesting the death of a Minneapolis man in the hands of the police. CrownHeights.info will be posting basic updates and critical information regarding the protest and any threats to the Crown Heights Jewish community.
Chai Lifeline presents “Going Through It, Growing Through It: Torah Perspectives and Mindful Coping in the Age of COVID-19,” a new lecture series offering divrei chizuk, psychological, and practical guidance during the current health crisis. The series will include video and audio recordings of renowned rabbanim, speakers, and mental health experts, as well as members of Chai Lifeline’s crisis intervention team, Project Chai.
Good news for protesters arrested in Manhattan on charges of Unlawful Assembly and Disorderly Conduct: Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance, Jr. announced Friday his office will not prosecute these arrests “in the interest of justice.”
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.
Levi and Mushkie Rabin (Crown Heights)
Former Dubai police chief Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, who currently serves as the force’s deputy chief, called for the normalization of his country’s ties with Israel.
Levi and Menucha Paul (Crown Heights)
Iran has continued to increase its stockpiles of enriched uranium and remains in violation of its deal with world powers, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Friday.
As noted in last week’s story, I will note some practical points of enabling our students and children, that they accept the Torah not only b’simcha, but also b’pnimiyous, it should become their drive.
As the volunteers of Crown Heights Hatzalah prepared for Shavuos, they received a very special thank you gift package in appreciation of their work on behalf of the community.
The Vaad Hatmimim and JEM are proud to announce the names of Bochurim that passed week 2 of Hanachos program. The Maniach for this week has chosen the top two Hanachos written by Shiur Berel Silberberg of Mesivta Lubavitch Chicago in Yiddish and Yechiel Zirkind of Mesivta Lubavitch Coral Springs written in English.
When Bnos Chomesh Academy, Chabad Girls Academy, the Gan Academy, and Ocean Parkway ULY, were approached with the possibility of getting together for a joint fundraising campaign (beginning this Monday), they weren’t totally sold on the idea. Read how it came together.
After an extended closure of the main Chabad Shul in Paris, the Beth Chaya Mushka building re-opened under tight guidelines from the government. Social distancing, masks and paths for entry and exit can be seen in an effort to follow the prescribed guidelines, while allowing the shul to see use again.
You will recognize the painting immediately from your childhood. It may be larger than you remember, but the street art on the corner of Albany Ave and Eastern Parkway will remind you of the blue cover books and unique drawings from the Machaniyim series.
