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WORLDWIDE SHEMA FOR OUR HOSTAGES ON THE FAST OF ESTHER – Thurs. March 21st

WORLDWIDE SHEMA FOR OUR HOSTAGES ON THE FAST OF ESTHER – Thurs. March 21st

đź—“ Thursday, March 21⏰ 11:30am Florida Time🇺🇸5:30pm ISRAEL 🇮🇱 Jews in Israel and around the world will be reciting Kriat Shema as a merit for the release of the hostages and the safety of the soldiers. Wherever you might be at the time, we invite you to participate in this incredibly powerful expression of unity and tefilla.  A program is...

Local Tragedy Inspires Global Good Deed Movement

Local Tragedy Inspires Global Good Deed Movement

Elie Boutboul was intent on changing the world for good. After his untimely passing, friends and family united through a OneMitzvah campaign, collectively doing over 700 mitzvot in his honor. A passionate and curious soul, Elie Boutboul left an indelible mark on all who knew him. As a physics student at the University of Miami, Elie was driven to make...

In Response to Senator Chuck Schumer

In Response to Senator Chuck Schumer

By Rabbi Ben Tzion KrasnianskiDirector, Chabad Upper East SideMarch 18, 2024 I for one am very happy that Senator Chuck Schumer said what he said because if that’s what he and his colleagues really feel, think and believe, the moment we’re in is too serious and critical for anything less than the unvarnished truth. In all honesty I’m more sad...

Looking for more Hatzalah members

Looking for more Hatzalah members

Hatzalah of South Florida is looking to recruit more Hatzalah members. In addition to EMTs, they are also looking for ambulance drivers and service units (which require less learning time). We all know how valuable Hatzalah is to saving lives, and we are very grateful to the Hatzalah members in our community. If you or someone you know are able/interested...

Fire at Jewish community center in Fort Lauderdale was arson, but not a hate crime, officials say

Fire at Jewish community center in Fort Lauderdale was arson, but not a hate crime, officials say

A fire at the Las Olas Chabad Jewish Center in Fort Lauderdale Saturday morning was intentionally set, but not a hate crime, officials say. The alleged arsonist, Scott Hannaford, 50, is now charged with two counts of arson, criminal mischief, and possession of cocaine, according to Fort Lauderdale Police spokesperson Casey Liening. He is a transient resident who has trespassed...

A fire at a Jewish Community Center in Fort Lauderdale caused significant damage Saturday morning

A fire at a Jewish Community Center in Fort Lauderdale caused significant damage Saturday morning

The center’s Rabbi says the fire wasn’t accidental. Fort Lauderdale Police responded to the Las Olas Chabad Jewish Community Center on East Las Olas Boulevard for a vehicle that caused damage to the center. Police say an arson investigation was initiated and it was determined the fire was intentionally set. The center’s Rabbi says their security cameras show a man...

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