To make sure that Pesach preparations run smoothly and safely, Councilman David G. Greenfield has been working closely over the past few months with officials from various city agencies and
There have been reports in various media (see below) that fraudulent Aaron’s Best labels were used by one of Agristar’s customers on non-kosher meat in the Los Angeles, California area; this is very disturbing and inexcusable. Agristar had no knowledge of this alleged misuse of its labels, and should these allegations prove to be true, […]
As we prepare for our fifth Seder in the White House, Michelle and I send our warmest wishes to all those celebrating Passover here in America, in the State of
Today, the OU-Teach NYS Initiative applauded the New York State legislature for increasing state funding for private schools by $14 million for the 2013-2014 fiscal year. This funding increase will bring million of dollars in new resources to NYS Jewish schools. The final budget bill, which is anticipated to pass both chambers this week, increases funding for […]
The first Monday of spring brought snow instead of sunshine along the U.S. East Coast, snarling the morning commute in the densely populated stretch between Washington and New York. A
Finance Minister Yair Lapid remains active on his Facebook page, commenting on many issues and responding to posts to the page. In response to the ongoing negative press against him in the chareidi media, the minister explains he could cash in big time if he wanted to file lawsuits against the chareidi media. “For weeks, […]
The following is meant as a convenient review of Halachos pertaining to Yom Tov. The Piskei Din for the most part are based purely on the Sugyos, Shulchan Aruch and
Cleveland police are investigating the death of a Beachwood woman in downtown Cleveland Sunday night. Officers said they received a 911 call at about 5:30 p.m. of a woman screaming
[PHOTOS IN EXTENDED ARTICLE] Hundreds of people were on hand in a demonstration to prepare for the slaughter of Korban Pesach. The event was to be held last week in
According to sanitation officials, the amount of garbage generated during Pesach will increase between 15-50% as compared to the remainder of the year. The average person will generate 15.5kg (34 lbs) of trash during Pesach, Yisrael Hayom reports, quoting Environmental Ministry and Union of Local Authorities officials’ along with dump site operators. Garbage dump operators […]
On this Erev Pesach morning of 5773 , YWN would like to thank our devoted readers across the globe for visiting YWN each day, patronizing our advertisers, and making our
Councilman Greenfield thanked the FDNY, Chaim Fleischer of Chaveirim, Simcha Bernath, Yanky Daskal and Mottie Katz of Shomrim, and Community Board 12 Chairman Yidel Perlstein for their help in planning,
Lakewood Police Chief Rob Lawson sent YWN the following home security tips, which can be used by homeowners anywhere – not only in Lakewood: If you are leaving for the Yom Tov please be sure to: 1. Leave lights on in your home – preferably on a timer. Most burglars look for a darkened residence […]
Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder (D-Far Rockaway), Councilman Donovan Richards (D-Far Rockaway) joined the Jewish Community Council of the Rockaway Peninsula in announcing extra city services for the Far Rockaway community pre-holiday needs. “It is great to see city agencies working together to carry on the traditions and cultures of our community in Far Rockaway,” said Assemblyman […]
1. Which rice can I buy for passover? We have certified three brands of rice STAR-S P 100% Chametz Free. These brands are high-quality at regular year-round prices Carolina Mehadrin
Due to the fact that garbage pickup in many areas of Miami Beach is only on Tuesdays and Fridays, and that people will have household chometz garbage accumulated from Friday
Lakewood, NJ - As Pesach draws near and families are immersed in making and finalizing their Yom Tov plans, LCSW would like to remind the Lakewood community to precautions to help stay safe wherever you may go. The following are some useful tips to implement to protect yourself from becoming a victim of crime: When going […]
Q. Is cottonseed oil Kitniyos? A. In the US it is basically accepted by all that cottonseed oil is not Kitniyos however in Eretz-Yisroel it is a matter of dispute.
As Pesach nears, OU Kosher presents the ten most common questions asked to-date on the OU Kosher Hotline by consumers in preparation for the holiday. NOTE: These statements are valid for Pesach 2013 only. The OU Kosher hotline (212-613-8241) will be open for extended hours pre-Pesach—from 10:00 a.m-12 noon Sunday, March 24 and from 10:00 a.m-1:00p.m on […]
1 . My prescription medicine is not listed in the guide, I guess I shouldn’t take it over Pesach? NO! As the Guide clearly states prescription medicines under most circumstances
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