Community Corner

For the first time ever, frum families in New York will be able to use WIC to purchase Cholov Yisroel infant formula.

Before the Board of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority of New York, Agudath Israel of America called on the MTA’s leadership to curtail the ubiquitous advertisements for an adults-only “museum” carried on the front of its fleet of New York City buses, warning that the ads are offensive to many riders, troubling for parents, and inappropriate for children who encounter them in public spaces.

The Five Towns community gathered for a special evening supporting the communities of Judea and Samaria, featuring a barbecue, fine Israeli wine, and an entertaining performance by mentalist Michael Samen. A special thank you to hosts Dr. Dovid Tzvi and Shani Jacobs for generously opening their home, as well as to the evening’s sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and attendees who helped make the event possible.

New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman visited Crown Heights on Wednesday morning, July 15, for a community tour focused on the concerns facing the neighborhood and New York’s Jewish community.

Parshas Shoftim begins with the words: “Shoftim v’shotrim titein lecha b’chol she’arecha,” “Judges and officers shall you appoint in all your gates.”

Emet Outreach’s recent Alumni Couples Retreat offered the ideal setting for couples to step away from their routines and reconnect. Held at the picturesque Whispering Oaks Hotel in Norwalk, Connecticut, the summer retreat brought together close to 200 participants and staff for an uplifting Shabbos centered around the theme of “Elevation.” Through meaningful Torah learning, relationship-focused programming, gourmet meals, and relaxing activities, participants were inspired to elevate their marriages, spiritual lives, and everyday experiences.