Ashkelon Man Pretending to be Sofer Busted Selling Printed Mezuzahs
As part of a proactive operation by the Crime Fighting Unit at the Ashkelon police station, police arrested a resident of Samaria on suspicion of forging sacred Jewish texts.
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New Engagement!
Mendel Schaffran (Brooklyn, NY) to Chana Friedman (Pittsburgh, PA) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:00pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
Rabbi Osdoba’s Siyum in 770 Draws Community
The siyumim, in line with the Rebbe’s directive to increase in simcha through Torah during this time of national mourning, have become a powerful Crown Heights tradition—drawing participants nightly and bringing inspiration to hundreds.
Vaad Hakohol: Kingston Avenue Construction Update #3
Thanks to ongoing advocacy by Vaad Hakohol, the City has now installed a detour sign on Carroll Street, redirecting traffic to help prevent congestion from building up at President Street — a request we’ve been pushing for, and we’re glad to see it implemented.
Yartzeit of Reb Yoel: R’ Dovid Povarsky of Ponovitz and Reb Yoel
Author and Historian Rabbi Chaim Dalfin tells a story of Reb Yoel on his Yartzeit. The story involves R’ Dovid Povarsky of Ponovitz, and what he said about Reb Yoel.
Bais Habechira Video With Rabbi Chananya Hoffinger – Day #16
In today’s class we continue to look into the structure and functions of the Bais Hamikdash.
Picture of the Day
Mazal Tov! It’s moving day! The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council was spotted today packing up a truck as they make the move from their old location to Kingston Ave and Lefferts, where their new location will soon open.
A volunteer wraps tefillin with an attendee at the St. Charles Jewish Festival.
Across the Country, Jewish Culture Festivals Are Providing Community and Color
In towns and cities across the United States this summer, Jewish culture is stepping out onto main streets, grassy greens and in front of historic buildings with food, music and community spirit, drawing thousands to celebrate their Judaism at local festivals.
Nine Stories In Nine Days: Rambam’s Checkmate Challenge
Master storyteller Rabbi Sholem Perl has released, as part of his Timeless Treasures Series, a series of nine stories for the nine days. Here is today’s story.
Second Woman Killed In Yesterday’s Shooting ID’d as Jewish Cornell Graduate
Julia Hyman, 27, worked at Rudin Management in the building targeted by the shooter. According to reports, the shooter mistakenly exited on the 33rd floor, where Julia worked as an associate.
Baby Boy!
Zev and Chaya Mushka Shusterman from Coral Springs, FL had a baby boy!
Bais Habechira Video With Rabbi Chananya Hoffinger – Day #15
In today’s class we continue to look into the structure and functions of the Bais Hamikdash.
ODA Warns Community About Measles Case, Reminds People To Vaccinate
The ODA in Crown Heights has sent a message to its patients warning them out a case of Measles identified in the community, and reminds everyone to make sure they are vaccinated.
Ancient Blade Manufacturing Workshop Uncovered in Kiryat Gat
In an archaeological excavation conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority prior to building a new Kiryat Gat neighborhood -Carmei Gat, an advanced flint industry dating back approximately 5,500 years was uncovered – evidence of specialization in a unique technology.
Jewish Blackstone Executive Among Those Murdered In Yesterday’s Manhattan Shooting
Wesley LePatner OBM, a Jewish wife and mother, was one of the victims in the shooting attack that took place in Manhattan yesterday. An executive at Blackstone, she was in the lobby as the gunman entered the building.
Picture of the Day
A beautiful moment unfolded in New Hampshire as Chabad Rabbi, Rabbi Mottel Wechter, the son of R’ Mendel Wechter, warmly greeted the Satmar Rebbe Aron during their vacation.
Nine Stories In Nine Days: A Visit From Gan Eden
Master storyteller Rabbi Sholem Perl has released, as part of his Timeless Treasures Series, a series of nine stories for the nine days. Here is today’s story.
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