New York State Begins to Suspend, Fire Unvaccinated Healthcare Workers
New York is the first US state to implement a health care worker vaccine mandate.
Bennett to Bahrain, UAE Ministers: We Are Stable and Believe in this Relationship
The Prime Minister is expected to speak at 4:00 PM Israel time, shortly before the start of the holiday.
Climate Change Week A Dud For New York Legislation
“Resignation does not equal accountability,” Assemblyman Ron Kim (D-Flushing, Queens) wrote. “Dr. Zucker’s departure is the absolute minimum needed to restore faith and accountability in government..."
Chabad Chassid Attacked in Crown Heights, Threatened with Death
Passersby chased the attacker, but he managed to escape.
AOC Calls for Arms Boycott of Israel
Israel’s Ambassador accused Democratic New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of legitimizing Hamas’ “attacks against innocent civilians, as well as anti-Semitic lies.”
Last Afghani Jew Gives Wife Get Erev Yom Kippur
Simintov's hostile relationship with the other last Jew in Kabul, Ishaq Levin, became the subject of a play in the UK.
New York State Mandates Masks at State-Regulated Daycare, Preschool Facilities
The requirements apply to anyone medically able to tolerate wearing a mask, regardless of vaccination status.
Reminiscing With Curtis Sliwa: From Crown Heights To His Mayoral Campaign
In Crown Heights where were all the people who condemned me? The Chanukah attacks, where were they?
Hochul’s Cannabis Board Appointments Spark Controversy
"The goal isn’t necessarily to prevent big business from coming into the industry in New York but definitely from allowing them to be the only operators in this space,” Alexander said.
Man Disguised as Hassid Murders Man in Queens in Apparent Hit
The killer was wearing a long coat, a hat, and payos.
Halt To Tenant Evictions Extended By State Legislature Republicans: Dems Just Kicking the Can...
“The failure on the part of our state to deliver that much needed assistance is something that truly is shameful,” said Assemblyman Michael Lawler (R – Pearl River, Rockland County) during the debate.
Biden to Visit Flood-Ravaged NY, NJ on First Day Rosh Hashana
At least four Torah Scrolls were damaged in one of the Brooklyn synagogues flooded in the deluge.
Jewish Man Dies in Car Swamped by Tropical Storm Ida
The rabbi passed away in his vehicle before anyone could rescue him.
MTA Suspends Subway Service, Newark Airport Flooded, as Ida Barrels into NYC Area
Newark International Airport tweeted that it was experiencing “severe flooding,” and all flights have been suspended.
Hochul And Team Take The Reins In New York
The eviction moratorium that’s expiring shortly will have no bearing on these individuals. We’re talking about literally sending people to their doors.
Village of Great Neck adopts IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism
The Long Island community joined area municipalities that have also decided to actively confront the issue.
In Final Hours as Governor Cuomo Sets Free Jewish Terrorist David Gilbert
Needless to say, the governor's final show of mercy did not go down well with law and order folks in his state.
Cuomo Exits Stage Right, Hochul Enters Stage Left
As if to leave New Yorkers with a positive message Cuomo in essence signed off by saying don’t forget about me. Remember the good things I did.
Police Arrest Suspect for Vandalism at Chabad Shul, Stolen Torah Scrolls Remain Missing
Hunter McElrath, 23, has a criminal record across the United States; authorities said the burglary did not appear to be a hate crime or an anti-Semitic attack.
Newly-Sworn-In Gov. Kathy Hochul Mandates Universal Masking in NYS Schools
Hochul also said NY needs to mandate vaccinations for all school personnel, with the option to test weekly for those declining shots.
Albany Beat – August 27, 2021
One of Cuomo’s last acts as governor was signing two bills into law allowing two Jewish institutions to receive back taxes that had to be paid to the town.
NYC, NJ Mandate COVID-19 Vaccination for Teachers, Education Staff
City employees in the Dept. of Ed. must provide proof of having received at least one shot of vaccine prior to September 27.
Tropical Storm Henri Drops 6 Inches Rain in Brooklyn, NY, Then Moves to New...
Storm surge, wind and non-stop rain continue to be the main threats facing those in the path of Tropical Storm Henri.
Residents Prepare as Hurricane Henri Heads Directly for NY, NJ, New England
"If you have to move, if you have to stock up, if you have to get to higher ground, it has to be today. Please."
Cuomo Impeachment Halted And Revived
The governor has a huge campaign fund and he could intervene in New York politics through that campaign fund, and that might be reason to continue the proceedings.
Kathy Hochul: The Accidental Governor
One person who is clearly not a Hochul fan is the state Conservative Party chairman.
Eric Adams – a Favorite of Jewish Communities Throughout New York City
Even though it was a friendly audience, Adams did not take questions. He had another fundraiser to attend. If Adams had taken questions Sherman would have requested he oppose upzoning.
New York Approves Third Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
Health officials recommended the third shot be the same brand as that with which New Yorkers were inoculated the first and second times.
23 Caught with Fake Corona Tests on Tel Aviv-NY Flight
Every single day an average of 15 people have been caught with fake corona tests at the airport
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