New Yeshiva Gedolah To Open in Pittsburgh, PA
Bnai Emunoh Chabad in Greenfield, a growing Chabad community in Pittsburgh, PA, is embarking on a new initiative to open a Yeshiva Gedolah (Zal) for Bochurim in Shiur Aleph and Bais.
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A Single Father, A Tireless Fellow Shliach, An Unimaginable Struggle
Shifra and Puah’s Shocking Discovery Upon Their Visit From Mitzrayim to Crown Heights
This past week, hundreds of Crown Heights women gathered together in support of Shifra and Puah Crown Heights. The theme of the evening was “Embracing Our Mothers, Empowering our Nation.”
Teens Embark To NYC for International Weekend of Solidarity and Jewish Pride
As the annual CTeen Shabbaton in New York approaches, 3,000 Jewish teens from far-flung corners of the globe have begun making their way to the bustling city, filled with excitement and anticipation.
Chabad Shliach Joins European Commission Honoring Jewish Refugees on Ukraine War Anniversary
An exhibition commemorating the project dedicated to rescuing Jews from Ukraine took place today at the European Commission in Brussels. The event saw the participation of esteemed figures including Rabbi Shlomo Koves, the Chief Rabbi of EMIH.
Celebrating the unsung ‘Sholom Bayis Maalochim’
This Motzei Shabbos, בשעטו”מ, a select group of Chosson Teachers who have completed an intensive 1.5-year training program will mark a significant milestone. To commemorate this achievement, Machon Taharas Habayis is hosting an exclusive Farbrengen, featuring Reb Mendel Levin of Westchester Yeshiva, who will share his vast experience and inspire the attendees.
New Engagement!
Yakov Cujic (Toronto, Canada) to Rosie Brown (Coral Springs, FL) L’Chaim: Tonight, Thursday, 7:30pm at The Shull 481 Albany Ave
2nd Pre-Purim “Satire Challenge” Launches With Jewish Comedy Influencers
This is not a joke…..we promise! CrownHeights.info has launched it’s second ever Pre-Purim “Satire Challenge”, challenging you – our readers – to make other people laugh.
AT&T, Other Cellular Providers See Significant Outages
A number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile and other service providers, according to data from Downdetector.
New Tool to Protect Low-Income New Yorkers From Losing EBT Benefits to Scams or Skimming
A new tool for New Yorkers who receive government assistance via an Electronic Benefit Transfer card has been released to protect themselves from criminals who use “skimming” devices to steal benefits.
Shooting Attack Near Jerusalem Leaves One Dead, Eight Injured
A shooting attack near Jerusalem left one person dead and eight others injured Thursday morning. The three terrorists responsible have been eliminated.
Here’s My Story: The Holy Candies
Rabbi Yosef Shmuel Yehoshua Gerlitzky has served as a Chabad emissary in Tel Aviv-Yaffo since 1981. Today, some sixty Chabad Houses operate through the metro area, and 1,500 children learn in its schools. He was interviewed in 2021.
L-R: Taylor; NYPD Chief of Department Rodney Harrison, and NYPD Assistant Chief Michael Kemper, commanding officer of Patrol Borough Brooklyn South; visiting Lubavitch Headquarters at 770 Eastern Parkway in October, after a yeshiva student in Crown Heights was shot with a BB gun. (Reuvain Borchardt/Hamodia)
Yarmulka Wearing NYPD Inspector Richie Taylor Promoted to Deputy Chief
Taylor has served in over 10 commands across the city, and was the recipient of the 61st Precinct Cop of the Month Award in September 2016 for making a firearm arrest solo. At 41, Taylor will be the youngest deputy chief currently in the Department.
PSA: CTeen Shabbaton Coming To Crown Heights This Week
This weekend, the 16th annual CTeen Shabbaton will be taking place, with over 3,000 teens expected to visit Crown Heights for the inspiring weekend. Due to the large crowds, there are a few advisories CTeen Headquarters at Merkos 302 would like to notify the local community about.
New Engagement!
Chezky Goldberg (Crown Heights) to Henya Selwyn (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Tuesday, Feb. 27th, 8:00pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva
JLI: Exposing the Excuse for Religious Extremism
In what ways is “The Akeidah,” Abraham’s readiness to sacrifice his son Isaac, famously commuted by God into the sacrifice of a ram, the diametric opposite of the martyrdom prevalent in extreme Islam?
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After years of being closed , the House of Glatt on Kinston Ave has reopened, bringing the meats the community loves back to the Ave. The House of Glatt is presently under the ownership of Crown Heights businessman Itzik Benabou.
Chabad on Campus – European Pegisha
The fabled city of Prague has borne witness to over a thousand years of rich Jewish history. Another chapter in its vast legacy was penned this winter as 150 Jewish students from seven European countries gathered for an unforgettable weekend of inspiration, joy, and connection.
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