Month March 2024
L’ilui Nishmas Rav Meir Hertz zt”l, a profound educator and an outstanding Askan who was zoiche to be “Mekim Ula shel Torah” by establishing the Tashba”r Cheder in Lakewood where he served as Rosh Mosad for decades. Rav Meir was… Continue Reading →
Shlomo Charaz, married with six children, came to Baltimore from Eretz Yisroel seven years ago to pursue his dream of becoming a professional pilot. However, his dreams were shattered. Shlomo shares his story: Over three years of study, I obtained… Continue Reading →
Chazal tell us’ משנכנס אדר מרבים בשמחה’. One explanation to ‘מרבים’ is that we should add more and more simcha, until we are overflowing with Simcha. The Mefarshim pose a question: Why is it that Chazal are telling us to… Continue Reading →
If you appreciate music – particularly Chazzanus and Classics – keep reading. For the first time ever, an all-separate-seating Chazzanus and Classics concert will be taking place, accompanied by a 50-piece symphony orchestra conducted by Ofir Sobol. The event, presented… Continue Reading →
American and European diplomats are increasingly concerned that Iranian hardliners are gaining strength in their efforts to advance Iran’s nuclear program, The Guardian reports. This development comes amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and Iran’s decision to reduce cooperation with the… Continue Reading →
IDF spokesperson in Arabic Avichay Adraee has been receiving letters from Lebanese citizens, including Hezbollah operatives, who fear that Hezbollah will cause Lebanon to suffer the same fate as Gaza. In response, Adraee published a rare message on his Twitter… Continue Reading →
Make a statement this Purim with a Lilac and Creme delicious cheesecake presentation. Orders are due:March 11: Corporate orders, logo box orders, and UPS ordersMarch 13: Local Lakewood delivery options Check out our stunning options HERE.Or email orders@lilacandcreme.com Lilac and Creme:… Continue Reading →
US President Joe Biden said in an interview on Saturday with MSNBC that invading Rafah would be a red line but he’ll never leave Israel. Biden was responding to the question: “What is your red line with Prime Minister Netanyahu?… Continue Reading →
In a twist so exquisite the great dramedy writers couldn’t come up with it, an American humanitarian airdrop in northern Gaza turned deadly on Friday, killing 5 people and wounding 10, according to a medic at Gaza’s largest hospital, Al-Shifa…. Continue Reading →
We call it “hashgachah pratis” — the understanding that Hashem is continuously in our lives, and not just in historic events and obvious miracles. Hashgachah pratis tells us that Hashem is with us in traffic jams, in hospital wards, and… Continue Reading →
Vital infrastructure improvement and humanitarian services projects in Lakewood championed by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) have been included in the federal funding bill passed by Congress and are now slated to receive more than $5 million in federal funding to… Continue Reading →
New Jersey Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-30) has taken a monumental step towards revolutionizing the voting process in the state with the introduction of his first bill, “The Voter Convenience Act”. This groundbreaking legislation aims to enhance voter accessibility and convenience… Continue Reading →
Authorities are investigating a structure fire in Toms River, which sent one firefighter to the hospital. At approximately 2:00 pm this afternoon, East Dover Fire Company No. 4, Toms River Fire Company No. 2, and Island Heights Fire Department responded… Continue Reading →
Fear of crime on subways and buses is back as a top concern in some U.S. cities, and so are efforts to persuade public officials to take the issue seriously. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Wednesday she would task… Continue Reading →
An accident involving a Jackson Police officer today left one vehicle is on its roof. The accident happened shortly after 1:00 PM at the intersection of W. Veterans and Don Conner Blvd. No serious injuries were reported.
At first glance, images circulating online showing former President Donald Trump surrounded by groups of Black people smiling and laughing seem nothing out of the ordinary, but a look closer is telling. Odd lighting and too-perfect details provide clues to… Continue Reading →
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on March 8, 2023, the Honorable Kenneth T. Palmer, J.S.C., sentenced Henry Burns, 56, of Brick Township, to 15 years New Jersey State Prison (NJSP) as a result of his previously entered… Continue Reading →