Mazal Tov! – Thursday Night L’Chaim!
Shimi Litkowsky (Monsey,NY) to Nechama Dina Chein (Queens,NY)
IYH at the Jewish Children’s Museum 792 Eastern Pkwy [corner Kingston Ave].
To submit a Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us mazaltov@crownheights.info
Q: Reports last week stated that the Orthodox Union has said it would consider withdrawing its kashrus certification of Agriprocessors, in Postville, Iowa, unless new management is hired, after Iowa’s attorney general filed criminal charges against Agriprocessors for knowingly employing underage workers. Are the reports true and what is the reasoning behind the OU’s decision?A: This story is not just a local story related to one plant. It has become a national story. It’s been on the front page of the New York Times, presidential candidates have spoken about it, Barack Obama has spoken about it. It puts it into everyone’s eyesight. After the federal raid back in May, the OU had two requests of the Rubashkins who own the Agriprocessors plant. One request was that they put in place a new compliance officer to make sure that the company is running in consonance with all state and federal laws and regulations. To that end, they appointed James Martin, a former Senior Federal U.S. Attorney, to serve as Chief Compliance Officer and oversee all of these issues. In addition, they hired a former OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) representative. In our opinion, these were both very good appointments, on a public relations basis, and, more importantly, in terms of making sure that the plant is indeed in compliance.
Interview with Rabbi Menachem Genack, Chief Executive Officer and Rabbinic Administrator, OU Kosher
The following is an interview with Rabbi Menachem Genack, Rabbinic Administrator of OU Kosher, conducted by Rabbi Yitzchok Hisiger of Yated Ne’eman. As it was too late to appear in this week’s Yated, at the suggestion of Rabbi Genack, the interview was released online.
Q: Reports last week stated that the Orthodox Union has said it would consider withdrawing its kashrus certification of Agriprocessors, in Postville, Iowa, unless new management is hired, after Iowa’s attorney general filed criminal charges against Agriprocessors for knowingly employing underage workers. Are the reports true and what is the reasoning behind the OU’s decision?
A: This story is not just a local story related to one plant. It has become a national story. It’s been on the front page of the New York Times, presidential candidates have spoken about it, Barack Obama has spoken about it. It puts it into everyone’s eyesight. After the federal raid back in May, the OU had two requests of the Rubashkins who own the Agriprocessors plant. One request was that they put in place a new compliance officer to make sure that the company is running in consonance with all state and federal laws and regulations. To that end, they appointed James Martin, a former Senior Federal U.S. Attorney, to serve as Chief Compliance Officer and oversee all of these issues. In addition, they hired a former OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) representative. In our opinion, these were both very good appointments, on a public relations basis, and, more importantly, in terms of making sure that the plant is indeed in compliance.
Mazal Tov! – New Engagement!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Schneur Lange (Johannesburg, South Africa) and Miriam Teleshevsky (Melbourne, Australia) on their engagement.
To submit a Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us mazaltov@crownheights.info
Mazal Tov! – Its A GIrl!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Sruli and Ellana (nee Amrami) Bard-wigdor (Crown Heights) on the birth of their daughter.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to her parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
NEWARK, NJ [JTA] — Charles Smith tries to recall the last time he participated in the tefillin ritual as the rabbinical student wraps his arm.
“It's been a long time,” Smith says, then recites the corresponding prayer.
Chabad Brings Tefillin, Connection to Jews Serving Prison Time
NEWARK, NJ [JTA] — Charles Smith tries to recall the last time he participated in the tefillin ritual as the rabbinical student wraps his arm.
“It’s been a long time,” Smith says, then recites the corresponding prayer.
BROOKLYN, NY — Boruch Kievman still can't believe the media storm that has descended on him since rumors hatched that the legendary late Lubavitcher rebbe used to shop at the legendary, nameless shoe store Kievman manages in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood.
Who will fill the shoes of Boruch from Crown Heights?
Folowing the original story first posted here on CrownHeights.info wider media gave the shoe story coverage!
BROOKLYN, NY — Boruch Kievman still can’t believe the media storm that has descended on him since rumors hatched that the legendary late Lubavitcher rebbe used to shop at the legendary, nameless shoe store Kievman manages in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood.
Dubbed “one of the best moments in the Telethon history” actor Keith David as “Tevye” and Lior Kaminetsky playing the fidel played Fiddler on the Roof, or Tote Board.
Video of the Day! – Fiddler on a Tote Board!
Dubbed “one of the best moments in the Telethon history” actor Keith David as “Tevye” and Lior Kaminetsky playing the fidel played Fiddler on the Roof, or Tote Board.
Mazal Tov! – Its A Girl!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Yossi and Mima (nee Megalnic) Samuels on the birth of their daughter.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to her parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
NEW YORK, NY [CHI] — With the high holidays approaching, community leaders and activists gathered at One Police Plaza in Manhattan for a security report and threat assessment meeting covering the security of places of worship, with the commissioner of police Hon. Raymond Kelly.
Communities Meet at 1 Police Plaza for High Holy Days Briefing
NEW YORK, NY [CHI] — With the high holidays approaching, community leaders and activists gathered at One Police Plaza in Manhattan for a security report and threat assessment meeting covering the security of places of worship, with the commissioner of police Hon. Raymond Kelly.
I have seen highly organized programs, with dedicated madrichim, and serious learning. I have had wonderful guests who continued to stay in touch even several years later.
Op-Ed: In Response to R. Shea Hecht’s Editorial
I read Rabbi Hecht’s opinion piece this morning and I want to state that I wholeheartedly concur with everything he said. As a resident of Crown Heights, I look forward to the crush of guests and the warmth of Tishrei. There is an excitement in the air that can not be replicated at other times of the year. Each year the number of guests in Crown Heights continues to multiply and multiply.
I have seen highly organized programs, with dedicated madrichim, and serious learning. I have had wonderful guests who continued to stay in touch even several years later.
Mazal Tov! – 2 Wednesday Night L’Chaims!
Sholom Goldstein (Toronto, Canada) and Chaya Mushka Rosenfeld (Melbourne,Australia) .
IYH at Lubavitcher Yeshiva, 570 Crown St, [entrance on Albany Ave].
Elimelech Evers (Amerfoort, Holland) and Chaya’le Halberstam
IYH at Rayim Ahuvim, 1614 Carroll St, [corner Schenectady Ave].
To submit a Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us mazaltov@crownheights.info
SHARON, MA — On August 28th Leah Larson, 17 year old creator and editor of the popular YALDAH magazine for girls worldwide, was chosen as a semifinalist in the 'Someday Stories' contest by Wells Fargo Bank.
Chosen, along with four others, from 10,000 applicants, Leah received $10,000 for her magazine. Yaldah – Hebrew for “girl” – is a magazine that encourages young girls to follow their dreams, empowers them to take leadership roles in their communities and celebrates their Jewish faith.
HELP YALDAH MAGAZINE WIN $100,000!
SHARON, MA — On August 28th Leah Larson, 17 year old creator and editor of the popular YALDAH magazine for girls worldwide, was chosen as a semifinalist in the ‘Someday Stories’ contest by Wells Fargo Bank.
Chosen, along with four others, from 10,000 applicants, Leah received $10,000 for her magazine. Yaldah – Hebrew for “girl” – is a magazine that encourages young girls to follow their dreams, empowers them to take leadership roles in their communities and celebrates their Jewish faith.
Mazal Tov! – New Engagement!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Yehuda Meer (Morristown, NJ) and Brocha Balkany (Boro Park, NY) on their engagement.
To submit a Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us mazaltov@crownheights.info
The enhanced license will be another accepted form of identification when traveling by car or boat to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda.
Starting in June, federal law says all travelers will no longer be allowed to cross the border with just a regular license or birth certificate.
Enhanced Drivers Licenses Now Available
Beginning today, New Yorkers will have their chance to buy a drivers license that will allow them to cross the border without a passport.
The enhanced license will be another accepted form of identification when traveling by car or boat to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda.
Starting in June, federal law says all travelers will no longer be allowed to cross the border with just a regular license or birth certificate.
Mazal Tov! – Tuesday Night L’Chaim!
Nosson Lang (Crown Heights) to Rivky Moss (Sydney, Australia) .
IYH at the Jewish Children’s Museum 792 Eastern Pkwy [corner Kingston Ave].
To submit a Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us mazaltov@crownheights.info
CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — Hundreds of Beis Rivkah elementary and high school students paid their respects to Mrs. Menucha Lazaroff, a woman who has taught thousands of girls as a teacher and influenced boys as a camp mother in Gan Israel, NY.
The Levaya first passing by Beis Rivkah on Lefferts Avenue, where the girls stoon on the sidewalk with Tehillim’s in theirs reciting Kapitlach, then on to 770 where the high school girls did the same. Anash and Bochurim gathered there as well taking part in the Levaya.
More pictures in the Extended Article.
Hundreds Attend the Levaya of Mrs. Menucha Lazaroff OBM
CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — Hundreds of Beis Rivkah elementary and high school students paid their respects to Mrs. Menucha Lazaroff, a woman who has taught thousands of girls as a teacher and influenced boys as a camp mother in Gan Israel, NY.
The Levaya first passing by Beis Rivkah on Lefferts Avenue, where the girls stoon on the sidewalk with Tehillim’s in theirs reciting Kapitlach, then on to 770 where the high school girls did the same. Anash and Bochurim gathered there as well taking part in the Levaya.
More pictures in the Extended Article.
Mazal Tov! – Its A Boy!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Chizkieh and Ahuvah Leah (nee Charach) Coates (Crown Heights) on the birth of their son.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to his parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
