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WASHINGTON, DC [AP] — A 12-year-old New York boy with brain cancer has died after his family battled a hospital to keep him on a ventilator.

The lawyer for the Orthodox Jewish family says Motl Brody's bodily functions ceased Saturday. A machine had continued to work his lungs after he was pronounced dead Nov. 4 at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.

Boy Whose Religious Parents Battled Hospital Dies

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WASHINGTON, DC [AP] — A 12-year-old New York boy with brain cancer has died after his family battled a hospital to keep him on a ventilator.

The lawyer for the Orthodox Jewish family says Motl Brody’s bodily functions ceased Saturday. A machine had continued to work his lungs after he was pronounced dead Nov. 4 at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.

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LOS ANGLES, CA — As residents throughout Southern California faced the unenviable task of returning to charred homes after a series of wildfires swept across bone-dry municipalities, religious communities sprung into action to offer help and words of hope.

Houses Saved, and Burned, by Rapidly Advancing Fires in Southern California

LOS ANGLES, CA — As residents throughout Southern California faced the unenviable task of returning to charred homes after a series of wildfires swept across bone-dry municipalities, religious communities sprung into action to offer help and words of hope.

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CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — Friday afternoon Mrs. Marlena and her son Aryeh Librescu, wife and son of Liviu Librescu who was shot and killed in the attack on the campus of Virginia Tech, came to the Jewish Childrens Museum and enjoyed a tour.

More pictures in the Extended Article!

Marlena and Aryeh Librescu Visit the Jewish Childrens Museum

CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — Friday afternoon Mrs. Marlena and her son Aryeh Librescu, wife and son of Liviu Librescu who was shot and killed in the attack on the campus of Virginia Tech, came to the Jewish Childrens Museum and enjoyed a tour.

More pictures in the Extended Article!

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By Ann Schrader - The Denver Post

Stock Photo, Chabad Menorah Display, with Rabbi Levi Brackman inset.

GOLDEN, CO — Holiday displays with religious symbols will not be allowed on city property this year, though City Council members agreed Thursday night to discuss future city policy at a later date.

Golden Council Says No to Menorah Display

By Ann Schrader – The Denver Post

Stock Photo, Chabad Menorah Display, with Rabbi Levi Brackman inset.

GOLDEN, CO — Holiday displays with religious symbols will not be allowed on city property this year, though City Council members agreed Thursday night to discuss future city policy at a later date.

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The Previous Rebbe signing his citizenship papers together with the Rebbe, in the winter of 1948. Special thanks to the “Rebbe Archive” for the photo. To learn more about the Rebbe Visit: www.portraitofaleader.blogspot.com

Picture of the Day! – The Frierdiker Rebbe Signing Citizenship Papers!

The Previous Rebbe signing his citizenship papers together with the Rebbe, in the winter of 1948. Special thanks to the “Rebbe Archive” for the photo. To learn more about the Rebbe Visit: www.portraitofaleader.blogspot.com

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By Dovid Zaklikowski

International leadership expert Thomas D. Zweifel teaches a class at Columbia University.

NEW YORK, NY — Beyond Rodin’s The Thinker and Jacques Lipchitz’ enormous sculpture gracing the entrance of Columbia University’s Jerome Greene Hall, students in the prestigious School of International and Public Affairs are sitting silently across from each other, fixing gazes into the eyes sitting opposite.

Chance Encounter After 9/11 Spurred Famed CEO’s Exploration of Judaism

By Dovid Zaklikowski

International leadership expert Thomas D. Zweifel teaches a class at Columbia University.

NEW YORK, NY — Beyond Rodin’s The Thinker and Jacques Lipchitz’ enormous sculpture gracing the entrance of Columbia University’s Jerome Greene Hall, students in the prestigious School of International and Public Affairs are sitting silently across from each other, fixing gazes into the eyes sitting opposite.

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With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mr. David Ferszt OBM of Los Angeles/Israel. Husband of Robyn, father of Danny, Liza Even-Israel (Israel), Tzvika, Sara Morris and Natan.
The Levaya in Los Angeles will take place at the Ganz hall (La Brea and Oakwood) Sunday morning at 8:45 am.

The burial will take place in Eretz Yisrael. The family is together at 116 S. Orange Dr. and will be there until their trip to Israel on Sunday morning.

May we only share in Simchos and merit the coming of Moshiach Now!

You may e-mail condolences to f1rstdesigns@sbcglobal.net

Boruch Dayan Emes – Mr. David Ferszt OBM

With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mr. David Ferszt OBM of Los Angeles/Israel. Husband of Robyn, father of Danny, Liza Even-Israel (Israel), Tzvika, Sara Morris and Natan.
The Levaya in Los Angeles will take place at the Ganz hall (La Brea and Oakwood) Sunday morning at 8:45 am.

The burial will take place in Eretz Yisrael. The family is together at 116 S. Orange Dr. and will be there until their trip to Israel on Sunday morning.

May we only share in Simchos and merit the coming of Moshiach Now!

You may e-mail condolences to f1rstdesigns@sbcglobal.net

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ORYOL, Russia [FJC] — The Jewish cemetery in Oryol, which located in the vicinity of gypsum mill, plans to undertake reconstructive works on the territory, which will include the establishment of a reliable high fence to deter the systematic acts of vandalism that have been occurring here over the past few years.

As explained by Semyon Livshitz, the Chairman of the local ‘Shalom Center’ Jewish community, this particular cemetery was used for Jewish burials for the period 1836 to 1960. This cemetery, which is now closed, has become a constant target for vandalism. These criminal acts have become rather serious, with anti-Semitic hooligans not only knocking over and damaging gravestones, but also digging up graves. “We won’t put up for such a desecration,” he noted.

Reconstruction of Oryol Jewish Cemetery

ORYOL, Russia [FJC] — The Jewish cemetery in Oryol, which located in the vicinity of gypsum mill, plans to undertake reconstructive works on the territory, which will include the establishment of a reliable high fence to deter the systematic acts of vandalism that have been occurring here over the past few years.

As explained by Semyon Livshitz, the Chairman of the local ‘Shalom Center’ Jewish community, this particular cemetery was used for Jewish burials for the period 1836 to 1960. This cemetery, which is now closed, has become a constant target for vandalism. These criminal acts have become rather serious, with anti-Semitic hooligans not only knocking over and damaging gravestones, but also digging up graves. “We won’t put up for such a desecration,” he noted.

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by Rubin Danziger - Rudistettner.com
Through the book of Genesis, the narrative focuses first on the ancestors of mankind and then upon the ancestors of the Jewish people. After an initial compelling story, those whose history parted with that of the Jewish people such as Ishmael and Esau fade out with a detailed genealogy that is devoid of personal narrative in the written text.

A particular compelling story in this week's Torah portion is that of Hagar and Yishmael, who was sent away at Sarah's urging by Abraham, as detailed in this week's parsha, Parshas Vayero (Bereshis 21:8-20. Bereshis 21:8-20

I have always found the emotions and events in this week's parsha vividly compelling. Even as I accepted the need for sending away Ishmael, I was always haunted by this set of biblical imagery.

As I assumed the responsibilities of fatherhood, my empathy with the suffering of Yishmael and Hagar became almost painful. One day, the doors of a yeshiva closed behind me and one of my children. We left with heavy hearts and a refund check.

Youth at Risk and This Week’s Torah Portion (Vayero)

by Rubin Danziger – Rudistettner.com

Through the book of Genesis, the narrative focuses first on the ancestors of mankind and then upon the ancestors of the Jewish people. After an initial compelling story, those whose history parted with that of the Jewish people such as Ishmael and Esau fade out with a detailed genealogy that is devoid of personal narrative in the written text.

A particular compelling story in this week’s Torah portion is that of Hagar and Yishmael, who was sent away at Sarah’s urging by Abraham, as detailed in this week’s parsha, Parshas Vayero (Bereshis 21:8-20. Bereshis 21:8-20

I have always found the emotions and events in this week’s parsha vividly compelling. Even as I accepted the need for sending away Ishmael, I was always haunted by this set of biblical imagery.

As I assumed the responsibilities of fatherhood, my empathy with the suffering of Yishmael and Hagar became almost painful. One day, the doors of a yeshiva closed behind me and one of my children. We left with heavy hearts and a refund check.

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DesMoinesRegister

DES MOINES, IA — The former leader of a controversial meatpacking plant has been arrested again, this time on a federal bank-fraud charge.

Sholom Rubashkin, 49, who ran the Agriprocessors, Inc. plant for years, was arrested in Postville this morning, said Bob Teig, a spokesman for the U.S. attorney’s office. Rubashkin was scheduled to appear in court in Cedar Rapids at 11 a.m. today.

Agri Woes Continue to Mount

DesMoinesRegister

DES MOINES, IA — The former leader of a controversial meatpacking plant has been arrested again, this time on a federal bank-fraud charge.

Sholom Rubashkin, 49, who ran the Agriprocessors, Inc. plant for years, was arrested in Postville this morning, said Bob Teig, a spokesman for the U.S. attorney’s office. Rubashkin was scheduled to appear in court in Cedar Rapids at 11 a.m. today.

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Fay Abrahamsson - Courier

GUILFORD, CT — It was just a question of time before the religion issue was raised during the public hearings held on the Chabad-Lubavitch of the Shoreline’s application before the Planning & Zoning Commission to build a synagogue on Goose Lane.

Chabad Hearings Heat Up

Fay Abrahamsson – Courier

GUILFORD, CT — It was just a question of time before the religion issue was raised during the public hearings held on the Chabad-Lubavitch of the Shoreline’s application before the Planning & Zoning Commission to build a synagogue on Goose Lane.

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CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — The star of this year's much-anticipated Soul II Soul concert will be the renowned performer Lipa Schmeltzer. Every year, the Soul II Soul concert brings the Crown Heights community together for an evening of exciting entertainment for the whole family, to benefit children with special needs.

Soul II Soul Concert 2009 Starring Lipa Schmeltzer

CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — The star of this year’s much-anticipated Soul II Soul concert will be the renowned performer Lipa Schmeltzer. Every year, the Soul II Soul concert brings the Crown Heights community together for an evening of exciting entertainment for the whole family, to benefit children with special needs.

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