There are no credible threats to the Jewish community in New York City, police officials said during a pre-Pesach security briefing. They did discuss alertness to hate crimes and the Gaza War. Full Story, Photos
NYPD Holds Pre-Pesach Briefing to Discuss Security of Jews
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Bring Them Home: Relatives of Hostages Visit Crown Heights
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New York City Council Member Rita Joseph and State Assembly Member Brian Cunningham heard from relatives of Israeli hostages being held in Gaza during a meeting in Crown Heights. Full Story, Photos, Video
Activists Celebrate Promotion of NYPD Deputy Chief
Crown Heights Vaad Hakohol hosted the newly promoted highest ranking Orthodox Jewish member of the New York City Police Department on Wednesday. Full Story
Police to Allow Retrieval of Items from Locked 770 Building
After the closure of 770 Eastern Parkway on Monday night, many congregants have expressed concern on retrieving their belongings such as Taleisim, Tefillin and Seforim from the building which serves as a Shul and Yeshiva. Full Story
Anonymous Complaint Has FDNY Checking if 770 is Up to Code
Inspectors from the New York Fire Department showed up at 770 Eastern Parkway on Wednesday checking if Chabad Headquarters was up to code, making locals question the motives of the anonymous complainer. Full Story, Video
New Commanding Officer for 71st Precinct
The 71st Precinct of the New York Police Department has been assigned a new commanding officer, replacing Inspector Joseph Hayward, sources told COLlive.com. Full Story
Meeting Aims to Fix Sanitation Issues in Crown Heights
New York City Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Deputy Commissioner Ryan Merola held a meeting in Crown Heights to hear about street cleaning, garbage pile-up and rat infestation in the neighborhood. They promised to address them. Full Story
Mayor Adams Comforts Family of Shmira Leader
Mayor Eric Adams paid a visit to the Skoblo family in Crown Heights on Sunday, who are sitting Shiva after the passing of R' Leib Skoblo obm, the leader of Shmira in Crown Heights and local activist. Full Story
Vaad Hakohol: “Go Out of Your Home This Shabbos Afternoon”
In response to the reports of a pro-Hamas rally this Shabbos near Crown Heights, the Vaad Hakohol has issued a call to all shuls of Crown Heights to conduct regular Mincha services at the unified time of 5 pm. "Let the world know we are vigilant, confident and proud of our heritage and our community," said CHJCC Chairman Zaki Tamir. Full Story
“Beware of Eastern Parkway this Shabbos”
“Flood Brooklyn For Gaza” protest is scheduled for this Shabbos at the Brooklyn Museum in Crown Heights. “Jews should definitely avoid the area,” COLlive was told. Full Story
President Biden, NY Gov. Hochul Will Visit Israel
President Joe Biden accepted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s invitation to visit Israel during its war against Hamas; New York Governor Kathy Hochul is planning a trip as well, COLlive was told. Full Story
Organizers Thank NYPD for Approval to Close Parkway Within Hours
As soon as Yom Tov ended and the horrific news about the attacks in Israel spread, organizers of last night's Eastern Parkway gathering knew something had to be done to support the country of Israel, and the NYPD made it a reality. Full Story
20,000 Strong Rally to Pray for Israel in Crown Heights 2
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A crowd of 20,000 people united in Crown Heights, Brooklyn on Monday to pray for the country of Israel and the Jewish people, currently under attack and engaged in a war with Hamas. Full Story, Photos, Video
20,000 Strong Rally to Pray for Israel in Crown Heights
A crowd of 20,000 people united in Crown Heights, Brooklyn on Monday to pray for the country of Israel and the Jewish people, currently under attack and engaged in a war with Hamas. Full Story, Photos, Video
Elected Officials Celebrate a Crown Heights Sukkos
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The importance of Crown Heights was on full display again this year with the annual gathering of celebrities at the succah of Chanina and Orly Sperlin on Tuesday. New York State’s three highest elected Statewide officials were in attendance, led by Governor Kathy Hochul and husband Bill Hochul, and including Comptroller Tom Dinapoli and Attorney General Tish James. Full Story, Photos
Guests From UN Visit Crown Heights Sukkah
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Crown Heights activist Rabbi Chanina Sperlin hosted diplomats from the United Nations in his sukkah on Monday, and discussed friendship and understanding between nations. Full Story, Photos
Israel’s Economy Minister Nir Barkat Davens at 770
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Israel's Economy Minister Nir Barkat was given an extensive tour of 770 Eastern Parkway and the Rebbe's Library in Crown Heights on Tuesday, accompanied by Rabbi Chanina Sperlin of Crown Heights, and Rabbi Yosef and Mendy Carlebach of New Jersey. At the Rebbe's Room, he put on Tefillin and davened. Photos
NYC Mayor Adams Shows Genuine Respect During Visit to Israel
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams prayed at the Kotel in Jerusalem flanked by Crown Heights activist Chanina Sperlin. He met with political officials but refused to weigh in on the controversial judicial reform. Full Story, Photos, Video
Israel’s Consul General in New York Concludes His Term
Israel's Acting Consul General in New York, Israel Nitzan, was given a warm farewell party by representatives from local and national Jewish groups in Manhattan last week. Congresswoman Yvette Clarke sent a citation in his honor. Full Story
Environmental Minister Meets Community Activists
Israel's Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman visited Crown Heights on Tuesday, visiting 770 Lubavitch Headquarters and was hosted at a meeting of community activists at the home of Chanina Sperlin of the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council. Full Story
Picture of the Day
New York City Office of Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol put on Tefillin at the conclusion of his meeting with Crown Heights activist Chanina Sperlin. "A true mensch," Iscol wrote on social media. More
Bochur Stabbed on Friday Night in Crown Heights
A bochur visiting from Israel was stabbed while walking on Union Street in Crown Heights on Friday night. Full Story
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Forms a Jewish Advisory Council
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the formation of the city's first Jewish Advisory Council to focus on all issues, such as public safety, quality of life, and education. Joining from Crown Heights are Rabbi Chanina Sperlin and Mrs. Devorah Halberstam. Full Story
Siyum HaRambam Inspires and Leaves Unforgettable Impact
Video: Muli Berger/COLlive
The Siyum HoRambam Haolomi, as it was called by the Rebbe, was celebrated in grand style with over 15,000 in attendance, and was an extraordinary, uplifting, inspiring event with an unforgettable impact. Full Story, Video
NYC Mayor Highlights Faith at Jewish Children’s Museum Gala
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams highlighted the power of faith that got him to his position at the gala of the Jewish Children's Museum in Crown Heights; judge was honored for her advocacy. Full Story, Photos, Video
