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Op-Ed: Do We Really Care About Elections?
Community alerts, notices, bloc votes all of this was bombarding us for the past month. But what about OUR community, a community of growth, where we see huge development and expansion? Op-Ed by by A. Dufresne
Tenathon Exceeds Expectations Yet Again
It was a gala of a lifetime. Hundreds of thousands of individuals worldwide tuned in for the spectacular five-hour Tenathon live show, demonstrating Klal Yisroel’s boundless love for the Mitzvah of Hachnassah Kallah. Mi Kiamcha Yisroel was on full display, with the overwhelming support that took the Tenathon and Ten Yad to the next level – and it was off the charts.
Three-Day Retreat Provides Relaxation and Inspiration for Young Professional Shluchos
After the meaningful yet sometimes hectic month of Tishrei, a group of Chabad Young Professionals shluchos convened upon the Meer Estate in Morristown, N.J. for a three-day kinus retreat.
Election Updates: Hochul Leads, The Jewish Community Makes A Strong Impression
It’s the morning after the election and results have mostly been tallied in races across the country. With the trends now visible, let’s take a dive into the results, and what they mean.
Obituary: Morah Simcha Yadgar, 84, Legendary Teacher in Northern Israel
Simcha Yadgar said the Shema, and morning blessings, and then climbed into bed, leaving the light on. Moments later, feeling uneasy, Rabbi Yadgar came to check on his wife. As he put his hand on the mezuzah, he watched his wife take a deep breath, and then lay still. Her holy soul had departed.
Multiple Third Prize Winning Powerball Tickets Sold in New York, Jackpot Winning Ticket Sold in California
The sole winning ticket for the jackpot grand prize of an estimated $2 Billion dollars was purchased in Los Angeles County, minting a new billionaire.
Early Morning Lunar Eclipse Captured On Camera
Chabad photographer Dovber Hechtman captured fantastic images during this morning’s total lunar eclipse which shadowed the moon. The next total lunar eclipse wont happen again until 2025.
Voting Update from Crown Heights United
With election day quickly passing, Crown Heights United has released an update on voting in Crown Heights.
Winnie Gourarie was described as an aristocrat of South African Jewry who took people under her wing and nurtured them (photo: N’shei Chabad Newsletter).
Obituary: Winnie Gourarie, 88, Blazed a Trail for South African Jewish Women
Her table set with the finest crockery and silverware, laden with home-cooked delights all up to the highest standards of kosher, Winnie Gourarie created an inviting atmosphere where Torah thoughts and Chassidic melodies flowed, and spirits were uplifted and united. Winnie Gourarie, who passed away on Oct. 28 (3 Cheshvan) at the age of 88, was described as “an aristocrat of South African Jewry,” who blazed a path for others to follow.
USPS Releases New Chanukah Stamp In Leadup To The Holiday
With the release of this vibrant new stamp, the U.S. Postal Service continues its tradition of issuing stamps for the Chanukah celebrations.
JEM: A Captivating Collage of the Rebbe Advising Individuals
As people would line up to receive dollars for charity, they were able to ask the Rebbe for advice. Here, the Rebbe responds to different questions individuals asked.
Acclaimed Dayanus Course of the Online Smicha Program Hold Its First Test on Hilchos Dayanim
Talmidim in the acclaimed Dayanus course of the Online Smicha program just had their first test on Hilchos Dayanim, following a thorough learning experience including Shiurim by Rabbonim and Dayanim from all over the world.
Baby Girl!
Mendy and Gittel (nee Springer) Goodman from Crown Heights had a baby girl!
Picture of the Day
Harav Nachman Schapiro came to Menachem Avel Harav hadayan, Hagoan Shmuel Felder of Lakewood and left a set of set מנחם ציון – a sefer on the Rebbe’s שיחות, מכתבים , and visits of ניחום אבלים. Rav Felder’s sister is Mrs. Bina Cunin of Crown Heights.
Kenosha, Wisconsin, Gets New Jewish Home in Stunning Turnaround
After three years of meticulous planning fell apart, Rabbi Tzali and Rivkie Wilschanski found a new home for their 118-year-old Jewish community in just three days.
Need A Ride To The Polls? Just Call
Need a ride to your voting station? Crown Heights United is offering rides to the polls for local seniors and anyone else with hardships getting to the polls.
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