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Videos: Entertainment for Nine Days
Torah Café presents two vocal music video clips of Chazzan Yitzchak Meir Helfgott and the Mezamrim Choir from a recent Simcha that took place at the JCM in Crown Heights.
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The Badatz of Crown Heights have released a comprehensive review of the Halachos of Tisha B'av for the benefit of the community, particularly the laws for when Tisha B'av begins on Motzei Shabbos, which is a relatively rare occurrence.
A Synopsis of the Halachos of Tisha B’av
The Badatz of Crown Heights have released a comprehensive review of the Halachos of Tisha B’av for the benefit of the community, particularly the laws for when Tisha B’av begins on Motzei Shabbos, which is a relatively rare occurrence.
4 Sholom Zochors This Week!
Nasoniel and Nechama (nee Yaffee) Nerenberg
809 Montgomery St. [between Albany and Troy Ave.]
Moti and Naomi Pinson
406 Crown St. [between Brooklyn and New York Ave.]
Dovid and Chani Okunov
1715 Union St. [between Schenectady and Utica Ave.] Apt. 2E
Zalmy and Shayna (nee Witkes) Greenfeld
For the second time in as many months, a Jewish owned car had its wheels stolen right off it last night by shifty thieves. The vehicle was parked on Albany Ave. between Union and President St. Of course, traffic cops will still ticket the vehicle for being on the wrong side for street cleaning.
Thieves Steal Tires Off Another Parked Car
For the second time in as many months, a Jewish owned car had its wheels stolen right off it last night by shifty thieves. The vehicle was parked on Albany Ave. between Union and President St. Of course, traffic cops will still ticket the vehicle for being on the wrong side for street cleaning.
Charges Dropped Against Accused Child Abuser
JTA
Yeshiva College in Melbourne, Australia.
Multiple charges against a former Chabad-Lubavitch youth leader in Melbourne were dropped. Aron “Ezzy” Kestecher, 27, was charged last year with four counts of indecent acts on a child under 16. All four charges were withdrawn Tuesday, a spokeswoman for the Department of Justice confirmed.
The publishers of The Jerusalem Post visit the Rebbe: “May G-d Almighty bless you to be successful in reporting real news, not only from 'Jerusalem, 'but 'Yerushalayim, the Holy City.' And may you announce in The Jerusalem Post when Moshiach arrives there.” 10 Sivan, 5750 (June 3, 1990).
Weekly Living Torah Video: Yerushalayim Post
The publishers of The Jerusalem Post visit the Rebbe: “May G-d Almighty bless you to be successful in reporting real news, not only from ‘Jerusalem, ‘but ‘Yerushalayim, the Holy City.’ And may you announce in The Jerusalem Post when Moshiach arrives there.” 10 Sivan, 5750 (June 3, 1990).
At the Chabad House of Mineola, NY, following the daily Siyum for the nine days, all gathered outside to reflect on recent tragic events around the world. The program highlighted a special Moment of Silence, prayers and resolutions to add in mitzvos.
Rabbi Defies London Olympics to Stand for Silence
At the Chabad House of Mineola, NY, following the daily Siyum for the nine days, all gathered outside to reflect on recent tragic events around the world. The program highlighted a special Moment of Silence, prayers and resolutions to add in mitzvos.
Video: Australia’s Ultimate Jewish Mom
Mrs. Leah Slavin, a Chabad Shlucha, has been named by the Australian Jewish News as “Australia’s ultimate Jewish Mom.” Leah’s husband Dovid directs ‘Our Big Kitchen’ in Sydney.
A Synagogue Comes to Life on the Bowery
NY Times
The Bowery still has a few surprises left. Just when you thought you’d seen the last incredible new thing on old Skid Row — luxury condominiums, fancy hotels, trendy restaurants and precious boutiques — comes something the Bowery has never had: a synagogue.
Public Advocate Sues City over Small Business Fines
New York City Public Advocate Bill de Blasio
Public Advocate Bill de Blasio has filed a lawsuit against the Bloomberg Administration this morning for failing to turn over data on ever-increasing small business fines.
In honor of the Shloshim of Rabbi Yosef Wineberg, OBM, we present this video from Jewish Educational Media’s Living Torah. Rabbi Wineberg tells of how he began to deliver Tanya lessons over the radio in New York and in 1964, he asked the Rebbe for permission to honor Rebbetzin Chana’s memory in a special way on the weekly program.
Video: 15 Extra Minutes of Tanya
In honor of the Shloshim of Rabbi Yosef Wineberg, OBM, we present this video from Jewish Educational Media’s Living Torah. Rabbi Wineberg tells of how he began to deliver Tanya lessons over the radio in New York and in 1964, he asked the Rebbe for permission to honor Rebbetzin Chana’s memory in a special way on the weekly program.
Restaurants Boycotted for ‘Ethical Hechsher’
Uri L’Tzedek certification on a Los Angeles restaurant.
A certification meant to designate kosher eateries as establishments that treat their workers with dignity and respect has become a controversial issue, with many of the participating businesses reportedly receiving threats, not accolades for their involvement in the program.
Photo Gallery: 7-Alarm Fire on New York Avenue
A seven-alarm fire broke out in a seven-story apartment building on New York Avenue in Crown Heights, after it was reportedly struck by lightning. Read the full article here.
Gan Menachem day camp held its annual baking competition on Wednesday. Campers baked cakes and they were put on display.
Photo Gallery: Gan Menachem Campers Bake Cakes!
Gan Menachem day camp held its annual baking competition on Wednesday. Campers baked cakes and they were put on display.
New York City Under Tornado Watch
Huffington Post
A stunning photo taken from an airplane by former NFL player Dhani Jones captured last Wednesday’s rain and hail storm in Queens.
Following last Wednesday’s hail storm and high winds, the city is gearing up for yet another dangerous storm that could potentially bring widespread power outages and even tornadoes to the area.
Shliach Pulled Over, Mistaken for Fleeing Robbers
A home on Round Hill Road in Greenwich, shown here, was broken into Tuesday night by mask-wearing suspects who fled in an SUV. Inset: Rabbi Yossi Deren.
A robbery in Greenwich, Connecticut prompted a large and rapid response from local police. Rabbi Yossi Deren was driving in the area shortly after the incident in a car similar to the one driven by the suspects, when he was pulled over by police officers.
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