New Engagement!
Mendel Stern (Melbourne, Australia) to Fruma Pevzner (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Tonight, Thursday, 8:30pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
Lamplighters Podcast: Facing Cancer Together – A Rabbi And His Community
In Episode 61 of Lamplighters: Stories From Chabad Emissaries On The Jewish Frontier, reporter/producer Gary Waleik presents the story of Rabbi Yossi and Rebbetzin Malki Rodal, whose shlichus has brought them from Australia’s sprawling Outback to the more settled city of Newcastle.
Here’s My Story: Knocking On The Gates Of Trust
Mrs. Chaya Teldon co-founded Chabad of Long Island together with her husband, Rabbi Tuvia Teldon, in 1977. She has continued to serve in that role since, as well as lecturing around the world. She was interviewed in December 2025.
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani Sworn in on Quran as NYC’s 112th Mayor
A triumphant Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office to become the Big Apple’s mayor just moments into the New Year — kicking off an uncharted era with a proud socialist at the helm of the nation’s largest city.
Camp Emunah Traveling Shluchos Enter Its 30th Year
Camp Emunah’s traveling shluchos or better known as Cali-Emunah is getting ready for its 30th summer of its transformative program, continuing its mission to inspire and uplift girls through a powerful and immersive journey across the West Coast and beyond.
RESPONSE: Yeshiva and the Army – The Perfect Shidduch?A Soldier’s Response
Why are so many Chabad bochrim struggling in, and potentially at risk of leaving Yeshiva? A complex question with an assuredly complex answer. I don’t claim to possess it. What I do know is that it is not the Israeli army.
BDE: Doby Emanuel, 30, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Doby Emanuel OBM, a Chabad husband, father, and son, just two weeks short of his 31st birthday, following an extended illness.
Arrest Made After Erratic Thief Attempts To Steal From Crown Heights Store
A classic case of de-escalation and professionalism after an erratic man attempted to steal from a Crown Heights store Tuesday night.
New Engagement!
Yossi Spalter (Weston, FL) Rochel Tenenbaum (Melbourne, Australia) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:00pm at The JCM
New Engagement!
Sruli Michaan (Sao Paulo, Brazil) to Leah Lipskier (Atlanta, GA) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:00pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
Alternate Side Parking and Meters Suspended on January 1st
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) and parking meter regulations are suspended on Thursday, January 1 for New Year’s Day.
Golders Green Giant Menorah Shines Brighter Than Ever in its 42nd Year
One of the longest-running public Menorah lightings in the UK marked its 42nd year with an event that was bigger, brighter, and more meaningful than ever before.
Head Shluchim To Mark 70 Years Since The Founding Of Gan Yisroel with Major CKids Overnight Camp Grant
A new scholarship grant, matched by Mr. George and Pamela Rohr, will give every Jewish child the opportunity to attend a CKids overnight camp.
Citi Bike to Hike Rates for Fifth Straight Year
CitiBike is jacking up prices for the straight fifth year and partly blaming tariffs — demanding 41% higher membership rates and at least 240% more from casual cyclists since the program began in 2019.
An Ocean Themed Playroom Opens at Schneider Children’s Hospital in Israel
The playroom features interactive systems that respond to children’s movements. Every detail, from textures underfoot to visual effects on the walls, encourages exploration and ensures safe play.
Unique Safeguarding and Rescue Torah Scroll Dedicated in Kyiv’s KEDEM Community
The uniquely restored scroll, unlike a typical new Torah, has a remarkable story. Held for decades by a non-Jewish family, it required significant resources to redeem and return to Jewish hands.
British Rabbi to Lead “Oy to Joy” in Four Weeks
The course will be led by the highly respected Rabbi Yitzchok Schochet, a member of the Chief Rabbi’s cabinet and rabbi of Mill Hill Synagogue in London, UK, who was named by The Jewish Telegraph as one of the ten most influential rabbis in the United Kingdom.
