Tag: Brooklyn

Jeremy Salamon, a Jewish chef in Brooklyn, draws inspiration from his Hungarian-Jewish grandma, Agi, a Holocaust survivor, serving her comfort foods like palacsinta at his restaurant, Agis Counter.
Tzvi, a 25-year-old filmmaker from a Haredi community in Brooklyn, drew inspiration for his first feature, "Killer of Men," from the gritty backdrop of Sheepshead Bay.
Chanie Apfelbaum shares her story of overcoming tragedy and finding healing and purpose through cooking kosher cuisine in Brooklyn.
In May, the NYPD recorded 55 antisemitic incidents, the highest since November, with a notable increase from the previous year.
A man was arrested and charged with hate crimes after he aimed his car at Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn, with witnesses reporting that antisemitic slurs were shouted during the attack.
The debate discussed at the Dissident Dialogues event in Brooklyn questioned whether Israel's war on Hamas was just.
Amanda Pogany, the director of a Jewish day school in Brooklyn, became a consultant for Sesame Street, providing input on episodes that showcase Jewish traditions such as making challah for Shabbat and celebrating intercultural aspects like Cuban and Jewish heritage.
The NYPD's hate crimes unit is investigating an incident in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, after a video surfaced showing two Jewish children being assaulted on the street.
The text discusses the close relationship between the author and his cousin Bernie, who recently celebrated his 102nd birthday.
A queer nightclub in Brooklyn, known as 3 Dollar Bill, canceled its Eurovision screening after Israeli singer Eden Golan advanced to the finals.
Jewish novelist Paul Auster, known for works like the New York Trilogy and contributions as a filmmaker, passed away at 77 due to lung cancer.
The article discusses a unique musical event, the Neighborhood Fiddle Summit in Brooklyn, featuring klezmer violinist Zo Aqua and the old-time string band The Ebony Hillbillies.
The passing of Brooklyn Dodgers legend Carl Erskine marks the end of an era in Jewish and baseball history.
Chesky Blau, an Orthodox Hasidic Rabbi from Brooklyn, NY, is leaning towards the Republican party despite being a registered Democrat.
Ushi Teitelbaum, an Orthodox Jewish Republican residing in Brooklyn, expresses concern over rising antisemitism, emphasizing the importance of economic stability as her top priority.
In "Brighton Beach Bible," artist Joel Silverstein reimagines the Exodus story within the backdrop of Coney Island and Brighton Beach, drawing parallels between his personal history and Jewish heritage.
Thirteen rabbinical students were arraigned for their involvement in a dispute over an illegal excavation at the Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters in Brooklyn, resulting in charges of criminal mischief, reckless endangerment, and obstruction of governmental administration.
The author reflects on experiencing a 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New York City and the concept of blessings in Judaism, particularly for unusual events like earthquakes.
The article discusses the dilemma the author faces between her newfound obsession with Caitlin Clark, a star basketball player, and observing Shabbat.
A children's event called Tot Shabbat for Ceasefire, organized by Jews for Racial and Economic Justice, took place in Brooklyn's Fort Greene Park, blending Jewish rituals with activism in support of a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.
Congregation Bnai Adath Kol Beth Yisrael, a Hebrew Israelite congregation in Brooklyn, saw their historic synagogue, vacant since a 2017 fire, demolished after being deemed uninhabitable and needing costly repairs.
Businesses like Park Ave Drips are offering pricey IV hangover cures just in time for Purim, aimed at alleviating the effects of excessive drinking during the festive holiday.
Matthew Karelefsky, 46, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for setting fire to a rabbi's home in Brooklyn in 2019.
A real estate tour promoting properties in Israel and West Bank settlements faced controversy and protests, leading to the cancellation of its final Brooklyn event due to security concerns.
Strauss Bakery in Borough Park, Brooklyn, ramps up its hamantaschen production for Purim by using square cutouts of dough for efficiency in creating the triangular cookies.