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Shmully and Devorah (nee Dubov) Litvin (Louisville, KY)
University of Pittsburgh Marks One Year for Tree of Life
At the nearby University of Pittsburgh, the outpouring of support for the Jewish community on campus was instant and firm following the mass shooting at the Tree of Life. The product of a longstanding and warm relationship between university administrators and Chabad, this advocacy was again on display as the university became the first in the world to host a travelling art exhibit and Holocaust memorial.
Lebanese Prime Minister Announces Resignation
ebanese Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri announced his resignation Tuesday amid widespread protests and economic collapse. The move comes in defiance of the Hezbollah terrorist organization, which has vowed to prevent al-Hariri from resigning.
State Senator Simcha Felder Introduces Bill to Increase Tax Credit for Volunteer First Responders
State Senator Simcha Felder (D-Midwood, Borough Park, Flatbush) and Assemblywomen Aileen Gunther (D-Forestburgh) recently introduced legislation that would increase the Volunteer Firefighter and EMS State income tax credit for the first time in 12 years. The credit includes members of the Jewish community’s Hatzalah organization.
Mivtza Lulav: Girls and Families “Shake Up NYC”
This year, over 150 girls took over 50 lulavim sets to shake in the streets of NYC. Lubavitch Youth Organization launched the Mivtzoim Depot 3 years ago to meet he need for Mitzoim sets.
Petition To Expand 770 Gains Traction
A change.org petition published by Levi Jacobson has gained traction as nearly 2000 people have signed onto it. The petition calls for the long awaited expansion to the Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters at 770 Eastern Parkway, where thousands visit daily.
BDE: Yosef Yitzchak Levitin, 58, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Yosef Yitzchak Halevi Levitin OBM, a member of the Crown Heights community. He passed away on Tuesday, the 30th of Tishrei, 5780.
Mikvah.org To Once Again Feature Taharas Hamishpacha Review Series
Mikvah.org is once again proud to present to the community a Taharas Hamishpacha review series, geared toward women. Starting today, Tuesday, the class runs for six consecutive weeks. Six of our newest Kalla teachers will be presenting the classes.
El Al to Compensate Passengers for Infamous ‘Shabbat Flight’ (UPDATE)
El Al, Israel’s national airline, has agreed to compensate passengers from last year’s infamous “Shabbat flight”, paving the way for an out-of-court settlement, ending a class action lawsuit against the airline. UPDATE: Deal cancelled!
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Alexander Chaim (Sender) and Chaya Mushka (nee Eidelman) Perl (Crown Heights)
ISIS Replacement Leader Also Killed In American Operation
The man who would have been the first choice to replace Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi as the leader of the ISIS terrorist organization has been killed, according to US President Donald Trump.
BDE: Binyomin Samotin, 24, OBM
With great sadness we report the untimely passing of Binyomin Samotin OBM, a young man from the Crown Heights Jewish community. He passed away on Tuesday, the 30th of Tishrei, 5780.
JEM: Be In The Moment #3, New Sukkos, Post-Simchas Torah Photos From 5749
In conjunction with our new Tishrei in the Moment project – Tishreiinthemoment.com, we are excited to present thousands of newly scanned and restored photos from Tishrei 5749.
Crown Heights Resident Injured During Scuffle With Package Thief
A Crown Heights resident was injured Monday afternoon after he was involved in a scuffle with a package thief. The thief was caught red handed with stolen packages, but despite the attempt by residents to detain him, he got away.
Son of a Tree of Life Victim Says Tefillin the Best Memorial to His Mother
Anthony Fineberg could think of no better way to honor his slain mother, Joyce Fineberg, and the 10 other victims of the Tree of Life massacre in Pittsburgh on its one-year anniversary than to invite the public to lay tefillin on the institution’s grounds.
Thief Swipes $4,000 Necklace From Kingston Ave Store
A thief lifted a $4,000 necklace from a Kingston Ave Jewelry store this past Friday, and made away with his loot. The thief was caught on surveillance camera, and has prompted the police to release a wanted poster asking the public for help.
Picture of the Day
Chabad bespoke tailor Rabbi Yosel Tiefenbrun met Steven Salen a Holocaust survivor who is now 100 years old. Salen was a very successful tailor who went on to making suits for president Ford and Nixon amongst many other famous clients. Tiefenbrun delightedly accepted a pair of shears Salen had used in his work.
