Month September 2024
It was with great sadness that klal Yisrael received the terrible news on Motzaei Shabbos that the Skulener Rebbe, Rav Yeshayah Yaakov Portugal, zt”l, had passed away in Cornell Hospital at the age of 68. He was oldest son of… Continue Reading →
The official title of Rav Avrohom Yitzchok Ausband, fondly known as “Rav Avremel,” was rosh yeshivah, and he led his yeshivah in Riverdale, New York, for almost 44 years. But for his thousands of talmidim, he was much more than… Continue Reading →
Josh Hochschuler is a man who followed his passion for gelato to a multimillion-dollar buyout. A post-college trip to Argentina began Josh’s interest in the culture of heladerías (ice cream parlors) and inspired what became a hugely disruptive business venture—Talenti… Continue Reading →
Unless you speak German and are into German politics, you probably are unfamiliar with Sperrminorität. The word means “blocking minority”—the ability of a political party or parties to block bills that require two-thirds of lawmakers to pass. That status has… Continue Reading →
Attention TLS, Bus Company and whoever else this may concern, I am writing to express my deep concern about the busing situation for my daughter, which has become increasingly difficult and dangerous. Recently, her bus stop was changed from a… Continue Reading →
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will meet for the first time face-to-face Tuesday night for perhaps their only debate, a high-pressure opportunity to showcase their starkly different visions for the country after a tumultuous campaign summer. The event, at 9… Continue Reading →
Last night, over 75 members of Chaveirim Central Jersey came out to search for a missing girl in Toms River. Volunteers trained in search and rescue were dispatched to the area around 9:30 PM, and were assisted in the search… Continue Reading →
Gal Hirsch, the Israeli government’s official envoy overseeing efforts to free hostages in Gaza, has made an offer to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar – offering the blood-drenched terrorist leader safe passage for him and his family if Hamas were to… Continue Reading →
In what can only be described as a groundbreaking strategy to combat antisemitism, Harvard University has responded to growing concerns by… expanding kosher food options. That’s right—while antisemitism continues to rise, the Ivy League’s Presidential Task Force on Combating Antisemitism… Continue Reading →
The following is an ‘Ask The Mayor’ question submitted to TLS, and the Mayor’s response. Email your questions for the Mayor to AskTheMayor@thelakewoodscoop.com. Question: Hi Mr. Mayor, In the beginning of the year as everyone knows the school buses can… Continue Reading →
For Christopher Pugh, the 2020 election was a turning point. He already distrusted the government. But as he watched Fox News coverage in the immediate aftermath of the election and read posts on Twitter, the social media platform now known… Continue Reading →
Switzerland has once again claimed the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Countries rankings, marking the third consecutive year and seventh overall that the nation has ranked No. 1. Following Switzerland in the 2024 rankings are Japan… Continue Reading →
A hospital in northwest England where a neonatal nurse was convicted of murdering seven babies and trying to kill seven others is facing an inquiry into how so many newborns were harmed. The investigation at the Countess of Chester Hospital… Continue Reading →
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Shmuel A”H was tragically Niftar in an accident in May.
Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has relaunched its EV Driven residential electric vehicle charging incentives after maxing out customer participation in 2023. The incentives cover the cost of preparation work that customers are required to complete before an EV… Continue Reading →
REFUAH HELPLINE MARKS 30 YEARS SINCE ITS FOUNDING WITH HISTORIC CAMPAIGN — WILL FEATURE INAUGURAL KAPITEL-A-DAY INITIATIVE BY HUNDREDS OF RAISERS It is hard to imagine a world without Refuah Helpline. Whenever a medical issue arises, Yidden know where they… Continue Reading →
New Jersey state Senator John Burzichelli, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons, and Assemblyman David Bailey want utility companies to adopt a user-friendly energy notification program that alerts consumers of their energy use so they can avoid unexpected and expensive electric and gas… Continue Reading →
[COMMUNICATED] Over the last 15 years, a new approach and method of limud Hashas has been nurtured and developed in Eretz Yisroel at Reshet Kollelei Shas Yiden. This phenomenon has captured the imagination and electrified lomdei Hatorah throughout the world,… Continue Reading →
We regret to inform you of the Petirah of Mrs. Naomi Landy A”H of Lakewood, who was Niftar this morning following an illness. Mrs. Landy resided with her family on Morris Avenue in the Hearthstone section of Lakewood. She was… Continue Reading →