iConnect Hiskashrus Campaign for Yaldei Hashluchim

As part of its efforts to offer a Chassidishe environment for shluchim’s children who live in remote communities, MyShliach has launched numerous initiatives that encourage Chassidishe hanhagos and hachlatos. In addition to its acclaimed mentoring program, MyShliach promotes parent-child learning, Birthday Zone, Chayolei Tzivos Hashem and other exciting programs.

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Rabbi Krinsky Visits Shluchim School in Yonkers

YONKERS, NY — The children of Cheder Yaldei HaShluchim Yonkers were treated to a special visit today by the Rebbe’s secretary, Rabbi Y. Krinsky. Rabbi Krinsky travelled to Yonkers, NY, where he spent time with the students and staff of the growing school for Shluchim’s children. The students greeted Rabbi Krinsky upon his arrival at the school with a large banner and enthusiastic singing.

Rubashkin Acquitted on all Child Labor Charges!

WATERLOO — Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin was found not guilty in Iowa state court of violating child labor laws today, Monday.

Shortly before 1:00 PM the jury indicated they had reached a verdict, they found Rubashkin not guilty on 67 counts of child labor violations involving 26 teenagers from Guatemala and Mexico who worked at the former Agriprocessors plant in Postville.

Sizable Turnout for ‘Meet the Candidates’

Last night close to 300 residents turned out for the pre-election meet the candidates meeting in Lubavitcher Yeshiva on Crown Street last night. As the event progressed the hall gradually filled, giving hope that the community is giving this election some serious consideration.

Among the usual flare-ups of emotions, and the need to quiet everyone down, meeting moderator Dr. Tuvia Tatik did a commendable job keeping things moving and giving candidates the opportunity to speak.

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu Passes Away

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Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu speaking at an event in Oholei Torah.

Just as Jews around the country were preparing to gather to pray for Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, word of his passing arrived.

Earlier in the afternoon, it was reported that his medical condition had severely deteriorated, and that prayers were sought.

CGI Parksville Announces BMD Staff of 5770

The Bar Mitzvah Division, the oldest division at Gan Yisroel New York, is a small and warm program specially designed for 12-13 year old Bochurim. With a curriculum created and designed by noted Mechanchim worldwide, learning is packed with fun and excitement. The Bochurim enjoy a 1-on-1 chavrusa with talented and Chassidishe staff, introducing them to a world of in-depth Chassidus they’ve never seen. With hours of amazing fun, daily sports and activities, unmatched outings, along with the most caring and energetic staff the boys enjoy the summer of a lifetime.

Director – Yossi Goldberg CH, New York
Director – Raphi Steiner Toronto, Canada

“Heil Hitler” Chants During Holocaust Memorial Event

HOLLAND [CHI] — The annual memorial service at former children concentration camp “Vucht”, commemorating the last children transport to Poland, transpired different then other years. During the speech of Rabbi Binyomin Jacobs, Chief Rabbi of the InterProvencial Chief Rabbinate (IPOR), dutch youth driving by on their motorcycles tried interrupting the ceremony by yelling “Heil Hitler”.