יום רביעי, כ״ז אלול תשפ״וWednesday, September 9, 2026
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NEW YORK – Met Council, America’s largest Jewish tzedakah dedicated to fighting poverty, distributed a record 2,016,982 pounds of kosher food to struggling families ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkos this year, the largest Rosh Hashanah food distribution ever in America. From August through September, Met Council worked with 162 partner organizations, including […]
BROOKLYN, NY — The Rabbinical Alliance of America (RAA / Igud HaRabbonim), representing over 950 Orthodox rabbis across North America, celebrated its 84th anniversary (1942–2026) on Monday, August 31, 2026 (18th of Elul, 5786), at the Sephardic Lebanese Congregation in Brooklyn. Hosted by Mara D’Asra Rabbi Eliyahu Elbaz, the convocation brought together rabbinic leaders, public […]
SKOKIE, Ill., . Solu, a local organization that builds bridges between diverse communities through service, will hold a dedication ceremony for Hersh's Fridge, a kosher community refrigerator serving families across Chicagoland on Tuesday, September 2, at 8:30 a.m. at the Hersh’s Fridge pavilion, across from Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob Synagogue, 8825 East Prairie Rd., Skokie, […]
Truck-based Treatments Scheduled for August 31 and September 2, in Parts of Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx, Weather Permitting Treatments Are Guided by Ongoing West Nile Virus and Mosquito Surveillance Across New York City NEW YORK — To reduce the risk of West Nile virus, the New York City Health Department will conduct targeted mosquito […]
Following Reported Fox Bite, Advisory in Effect Through at least August 31, 2026 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Saturday announced a safety advisory is in effect for Mount Loretto Unique Area in Staten Island. Following a report that a visitor was bitten by a fox on the grounds yesterday, DEC is warning […]
NEW YORK, NY – August 26, 2026 – The Orthodox Union (OU), the nation’s oldest and largest umbrella organization for American Orthodox Jewry, today announced the appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber to the role of executive vice president. Rabbi Silber will assume his new role as of November 2nd. As the executive vice president, Rabbi […]
NEW YORK— Since the tragic events of October 7, Zionism has been extremely misunderstood and has been under vicious attack online. In response to this unprecedented wave of digital hostility and misinformation, Americans For a Safe Israel-AFSI is proud to announce a new partnership with ZionismU (ZionismU.com), a Zionist education website. This collaboration aims to […]
NEW YORK — Tzofim North America announced Monday the appointment of Raz Avitan Katz as Chief Executive Officer and Orit Morgenshtern as Board President, ushering in new leadership for the North American arm of Tzofim Olami, the global movement of the Israeli Scouts. The appointments come as Tzofim North America continues to expand its year-round […]
This summer, over 190 teachers from 19 states came together towards a powerful goal: to improve their practice for reaching every student. Through a series of dynamic professional development workshops, Hidden Sparks, the New York-based organization that has empowered thousands of Jewish educators and school leaders nationwide, gave teachers new insights and tools to transform […]
NEW YORK — Friday, the New York City Health Department released its first comprehensive evaluation of the Congestion Relief Zone Tolling Program’s impact on neighborhood air quality, determining that the city’s air quality remained stable or improved slightly in the first year of congestion pricing, continuing a 20-year trend of improving air quality and declining […]
NEW YORK — The New York City Health Department will conduct targeted mosquito control treatments in parts of Brooklyn on Monday, August 17, and Wednesday, August 19, following increased activity of mosquitos with West Nile virus and elevated adult mosquito populations identified through the Health Department’s mosquito surveillance program.Health Department trucks will spray low concentrations […]
Led by internationally recognized presenters, participants explored research-based strategies that strengthen thinking, boost problem-solving, and increase cognitive development.
Governor Hochul’s Administration Approves First Cholov Yisroel Infant Formula Ever Covered by New York’s WIC Program NEW YORK — For the first time ever, frum families in New York will be able to use WIC to purchase Cholov Yisroel infant formula. The New York State Department of Health has confirmed that it will add the […]
AMPA, Fla. (August 9, 2026) — The back-to-school commute creates one of the busiest and most unpredictable traffic environments of the year. As students return to the classroom, drivers will encounter: heavier traffic around schoolsincreased pedestrian activityschool buses making frequent stopse-bike and e-scooter riders traveling to and from schools "School commutes are now more complex […]
LOS ANGELES (August 5, 2026) — The Simon Wiesenthal Center (SWC) today announced the appointment of Steve Gamer as Chief Development Officer, marking a significant step forward in the organization's growth as it approaches its 50th anniversary alongside the extensive modernization underway of its nationally heralded Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles; launch of a […]
As New Yorkers begin to recover from the effects of recent weather events, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection urges New Yorkers to remain vigilant against scammers who seek to take advantage of consumers during these vulnerable moments. After a storm or natural disaster, emotions may run high as communities and […]
July 29th, NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura and U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez celebrated the removal of a half-dozen abandoned boats from Big Rock Beach in Flushing Bay, improving public safety and creating a healthier marine environment for humans and wildlife alike. These removals represent the beginning of work supported by a 2025 award from the […]
BROOKLYN, NY — The Rabbinical Alliance of America (Igud HaRabbonim), a national rabbinic organization founded in 1942, held its Rosh Chodesh Av Conference and Seudah on Wednesday, July 13, 2026 (28 Tamuz 5786). The prestigious gathering took place at Congregation Eitz Chaim of Flatbush in Brooklyn, New York, hosted by its spiritual leader and RAA […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Andy Kim (D-NJ), Adam Schiff (D-CA), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and John Barrasso (R-WY) introduced the bipartisan Digital Age Assurance Act to protect children online by requiring operating system providers to collect and share users' ages exclusively with app developers so they can block kids from accessing age-inappropriate content. The bill prioritizes protecting kids' privacy with […]
East Meadow, NY - July 12, in The Lannin, Eisenhower Park, Nassau County Executive Bruce A. Blakeman, joined by committee chair Harry Singh and co-chair Chaudhary Akram and community cricket leaders, unveiled a plaque in a commemoration ceremony recognizing the historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which was held at the Nassau County International Cricket […]
The World Mizrachi Movement has secured a new financial arrangement ensuring that yeshiva and seminary students participating in the MASA program are now eligible for the same significant subsidies as students in other MASA tracks. The achievement was the result of the ongoing efforts of Rabbi Doron Perez, Executive Chair of World Mizrachi, and Roi […]
BROOKLYN, NY | July 14, 2026 — New York City Councilwoman Inna Vernikov (R-48th District), joined by Assemblyman Kalman Yeger (D-41st AD) and Senator Sam Sutton (D-22nd SD), will hold a press conference this Thursday, July 16th, at 6:00 PM outside the 3218 Emmons Avenue Homeless Shelter to protest its planned conversion from a family […]
Daniel Kaminetsky, General Counsel of Agudath Israel said, “A small prayer gathering in a private home is not merely a land-use issue. It is a core exercise of faith. Zoning laws and permit requirements should not be used to burden religious worship in the home.
A reliable water supply is one of the most fundamental needs of any civilized society.
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The 2-day real estate event will take place in Brooklyn on April 26 and 27.
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