Historic First Chassidic Bar Mitzvah in Nigeria
Last week marked a historic event in Nigeria – the first Chassidic Bar Mitzvah, organized by the Shluchim of the Rebbe, Rabbi Israel and Haya Moussia Uzan.
The CHK and Rabbi Weismandel Spar in Leaked Email Exchange Over Perceived Kashrus Issues At the AgriStar Plant
The following email exchanges were leaked between the CHK and Rabbi Weismandel following the release of a letter from Rabbi Weismandel lambasting the CHK for making Kashrus claims against AgriStar.
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Man Fatally Shot On Franklin Ave in Crown Heights
A man was fatally shot in Crown Heights overnight just blocks from his apartment. No arrests have yet been made.
JLI: Who Are Angels and What’s Their Purpose?
Discover the true role angels play in Judaism and see how acts of human kindness can bring their messages to life. This lecture was given by Rabbi Moshe Bryski at JLI’s 17th annual National Jewish Retreat.
On Vancouver Island, a Jewish Community Blossoms
Chabad of Vancouver Island, led by Rabbi Meir and Chani Kaplan, has grown to include a thriving preschool, day camp, and synagogue. The Chabad Family Shul is bustling every day, with classes for young and old, minyanim, and events. From nearby, the sounds of children singing as they learn the Aleph-Beit in the CTots Childhood Education preschool can be heard. But it wasn’t always that way.
JEM: When Prison Inmates Visited the Rebbe
The Rebbe’s extraordinary sensitivity and concern towards incarcerated individuals. Importance of dealing with seemingly minor issues that come up on Shlichut.
Lawyers, Bochurim, Professionals Test For Smicha
Over 50 talmidim in the acclaimed Smicha program run by Rabbi Nachman Wilhelm, got tested recently by Rabbonim on various topics and have shown clarity and knowledge in their studies.
Op-Ed: It’s Time To Talk About Taking Health Seriously
There are certain events that take place that you will always remember where you were when the event occurred. One of those events was a phone-call that I received from a dear friend on a Sunday night in 5777.
BDE: Mrs. Harriett Sklar, 83, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. Harriett Sklar OBM, a member of the Montreal Jewish community. She passed away on the 29th of Adar 1, 5784.
Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Deren Gives A Statement Regarding The new Shechitas Lubavitch
Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Deren, one of those who will be working with the new Shechitas Lubavitch “Lamed-K” gives a statement regarding his involvement and what took place at a meeting before Chanukah.
Simche Friedman Releases A Chasidic Purim Medley
Watch this new release by Singer Simche Friedman covering a new Chasidic Purim Medly.
Jewish Woman Punched In Unprovoked Assault in Crown Heights
Another caught on camera assault in Crown Heights when a woman was punched in the side of the head in an unprovoked assault.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Yaffo Shuls & People: Rabbi Kook
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.
CHK Releases List of Locations That Continue to Sell CHK Meat and Poultry
This letter was released by the CHK’s Kashrus Director Rabbi Yosef Kirszenberg for the Crown Heights Community and beyond, notifying the locations where CHK Hechsher Meat and Poultry may still be purchased.
BESHT: Why Weren’t We Created Perfect?
Shabbos at the BESHT: Rabbi Mendy Hershkop is the Sgan Menahel of the Oholei Torah Mechina Division. He will be giving this week’s shiur on Why Weren’t We Created Perfect?
Weekly Story: A Response
Normally I respond to the individual. However, being that numerous people have asked me that question, I decided to answer it in this forum. Additionally, it is 6 weeks before Yud Aleph Nissan, so it is an appropriate time to speak about the Rebbe’s words.
Weekly Dvar Torah: Revelation and Essence
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman tells over his experiences as a young man in 770 during the greatest and most difficult times.
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