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Blakeman Blasts Hochul and calls Mamdani ‘Antisemite’ in NY Gubernatorial Debate
(Oct. 14, 2026 / JNS) Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County executive and Republican nominee for New York governor, accused Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, of failing to protect Jewish New Yorkers and “campaigning around” New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has drawn criticism…
Sparks Café Opens at Rutgers Chabad
The new Sparks Café at Rutgers Chabad in New Brunswick held a gala grand opening on Sunday, October 11. Run by Hillel and Shaindel Polichenco, the menu features hot and iced coffee and lattes, matcha, pastries, sourdough sandwiches, paninis, salads, yogurt parfaits, focaccia and…
Tenafly Chabad Preschool Explores Hashem’s Creations
As we begin the Torah reading cycle anew, children in Tenafly Chabad Preschool’s Discovery Zone program explored the wonders of Hashem’s creations through a hands-on investigation of trees.
Blakeman Blasts Hochul On Jew-Hatred, Calls Mamdani ‘Antisemite’ in NY Gubernatorial Debate
“Antisemitism is on the rise, and it’s occurred under your watch,” the Republican nominee told New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, “and Zohran Mamdani is fueling it.” Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County executive and Republican nominee for New York governor, accused Gov.
Surprise reunion helps Israeli family get father’s body home
An Israeli family’s efforts to bring their father home for burial took an unexpected turn when a Namibian pathologist recognised a ZAKA volunteer he had met nearly two decades earlier.
Deadline looms to buy Stellenbosch home for Jewish students
A new Chabad house in Stellenbosch could give hundreds of Jewish students a permanent home away from home, with an ambitious fundraising campaign racing to secure the property.
Save The Date: Shabbos Tzuzamen Is Back For Its Fifth Year!
Young Shluchim from around the globe will come together for MyShliach's fifth Shabbos Tzuzamen. Scheduled for 26-27 Adar I for boys and 3-4 Adar II for girls, this year's global celebration is slated to be the largest yet.
Robert Kraft Donates $5 Million To New Chabad Center In Massachusetts
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. (VINnews) — New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has donated $5 million toward the construction of a new Chabad center in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, which will be named in honor of his family, Kraft and the organization announced Wednesday.
JUSA Chabad Provides a Jewish Home for Service Members
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The Chabad House That Is Also a Farm
For many, walking into a synagogue or Chabad House for the first time can be harder than it looks. There is a door, and a […]
Dnipro Jewish Community Commemorates 85th Anniversary of Holocaust Massacres
The Jewish community of Dnipro, Ukraine gathered at a memorial site in the city’s Student Park to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the mass murder of local Jews by the Nazis in October 1941.
New Torah Study Initiative in Moscow Opens Yeshiva Experience to Every Jew
A new Torah study program in Moscow is reviving a century-old educational vision, offering Jewish men of different ages and backgrounds an opportunity to experience traditional yeshiva learning while maintaining their professional and personal responsibilities.
Chabad Lubavitch of Western Monmouth County Hachnassas Sefer Torah
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University of Minnesota Mega Shabbat Features Jewish Activist Shabbos Kestenbaum
This past Friday, the Jewish community gathered for the University of Minnesota Mega Shabbat hosted by Chabad at U of M, featuring guest speaker Shabbos Kestenbaum. Kestenbaum is a Jewish […]
On a Texas Army Base, a Bris in a Military-Issue Sukkah
MISSILE NEAR SCHOOL: Jewish Volunteers Join Rescue Efforts After Russian Strike in Kharkiv
A Russian missile struck near the Chabad-affiliated Ohr Avner Jewish school in Kharkiv, Ukraine, on Monday night, causing extensive damage to nearby buildings and prompting rescue operations for civilians trapped beneath the rubble.
Kids Enjoy Sukkot in the Safari With Chabad of NoVa
Children and families enjoyed Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia’s Sukkot in the Safari, a family event featuring petting zoo, reptile show, shaved ice truck and a pizza dinner.
Tending to Tanzania
Dar es Salaam means “abode of peace” in Arabic, and it’s where the call to prayer carries over the rumbling of generators. The heat comes […]
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Visits Rebbe’s Resting Place After High Holiday Season
Faces of Chabad: Rivky Hertzel
“People think Zambia is exotic, but when people in Zambia hear I grew up in Alaska, they think that’s the crazy part. Alaska never felt […]
Chabad of Ulster County Dedicates Ariel and Kfir Playroom in Memory of October 7 Children
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This week in history: Pierre Trudeau meets Chabad rabbis ahead of some critical byelections
In Israel, there was excitement over the Camp David Accords and closer ties with Egypt.
Israelis for Peace responds after being protested
Plus, UJA's new CEO Michael Kay takes over. -- The post Israelis for Peace responds after being protested appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency .
