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Former NY Jewish Week staffer Miriam Reinharth, 69, dies after being hit by ambulance on Upper West Side

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 13 Nov

Miriam Reinharth, a former organizer of community forums and literary events for the New York Jewish Week, has tragically passed away at 69 after being hit by an ambulance on the Upper West Side.

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Rachel Ringler in JTA · 29 Jul

Moshes Falafel, known for its kosher falafel made with fresh ingredients imported from Israel, has expanded from its food cart origins in the Diamond District to a new brick-and-mortar restaurant on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

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The Upper East Side’s Caffe Aronne has gone kosher, months after making news for its pro-Israel stance

Risa Doherty in JTA · 26 Jul

Caffe Aronne, located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, recently became kosher following its owner Aaron Dahan's decision to seek kosher supervision.

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Orthodox NYPD recruit to receive top award at police graduation

Luke Tress in JTA · 12 Jul

Allan Pearlman, a Modern Orthodox Jew from Staten Island, is set to receive the Police Academy Commanding Officers award for Exceptional Police Duty for his quick response in aiding two classmates during medical emergencies while training at the NYPD academy.

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Meet the New York Jewish Week’s 36 to Watch 2024

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 29 May

The New York Jewish Week features its 36 to Watch list for 2024, highlighting notable New Yorkers making exceptional contributions to the city and its Jewish community.

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Ivan Boesky, financier whose downfall led to a Jewish communal reckoning, dies at 87

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 20 May

Ivan Boesky, a prominent Jewish financier involved in illegal insider trading in the 1980s, recently passed away at 87.

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Martha Stewart collaborates with Breads Bakery on a brand-new babka

Julia Gergely in JTA · 14 May

Martha Stewart has partnered with Breads Bakery in New York City to create a limited-edition babka called Marthas Good Thing Babka, filled with poppy seeds, golden raisins, and citrus zest.

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3 people, including local rabbi and developer Reuven Kahane, arrested in altercation at pro-Palestinian protest

Luke Tress in Forward · 8 May

Reuven Kahane, a New York real estate developer and Orthodox rabbi, was arrested and charged with assault in the 2nd degree for allegedly attacking pro-Palestinian protesters at a demonstration outside Columbia University.

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A swastika armband found at an Upper East Side tailor sparks fury

Julia Gergely in JTA · 7 May

A swastika armband found at Ignacios Tailor on the Upper East Side sparked outrage when it was discovered sewn onto a shirt.

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More than 25% of arrested Columbia protesters were not connected to the university, police say

Luke Tress in JTA · 3 May

During the recent police clearing of pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University, it was revealed that over 25% of the 112 arrested individuals at Hamilton Hall were not affiliated with the university.

0 Communities History

From Alvin Ailey to Elie Wiesel, 14 standout moments from 150 years of the 92nd Street Y

Julia Gergely in JTA · 11 Apr

The 92nd Street Y, a Jewish cultural institution in New York, was founded in 1874 as the Young Mens Hebrew Association and has since become a prominent venue for dance, music, lectures, and more.

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13 rabbinical students charged for fracas over Chabad synagogue tunnel

Luke Tress in JTA · 11 Apr

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.

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Ritchie Torres’ pro-Israel activism sparks controversy in DC — and within his own family. In Israel, he’s a star.

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 9 Apr

Ritchie Torres, a congressman from the Bronx, has sparked controversy for his staunch pro-Israel stance amidst growing criticism of Israel's actions.

0 Communities History

Growing up Jewish on the Upper West Side ‘when housing was a human right’

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 31 Mar

Jennifer Baum reflects on growing up Jewish on the Upper West Side in a Mitchell-Lama building, which offered middle-income housing in NYC from the 1950s until the late 70s.

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Legendary comedy club Stand Up NY leaves Upper West Side and opens a Times Square outpost

Julia Gergely in JTA · 29 Mar

Stand Up NY, a renowned comedy club on the Upper West Side for 38 years, has relocated to Times Square inside the Italian restaurant Bond 45 to adapt to changing times post-COVID.

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Queens College Hillel calls pro-Hitler graffiti a threat to student safety, demands action from administration

Luke Tress in JTA · 22 Mar

Queens College Hillel has condemned recent pro-Hitler graffiti targeting Jews on campus as a threat to student safety, demanding action from the administration.

0 Communities Ethics

Baltimore rabbi found liable for sexually abusing 2 children at Jewish summer camp

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 26 Feb

A Baltimore rabbi was found liable for sexually abusing two children at a Jewish summer camp in a multiyear case.

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Thousands of activists gather outside Columbia U to protest treatment of campus pro-Palestinian groups

Luke Tress in JTA · 2 Feb

Thousands of activists gathered outside Columbia University to protest the suspension of campus pro-Palestinian groups and an alleged incident where students were sprayed with a foul substance.

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Two stores at Scarsdale shopping mall hit with anti-Israel graffiti

Luke Tress in Forward · 25 Jan

Two stores at a shopping plaza in Scarsdale, New York were vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Sex offender who gave high profile interview to Hasidic comedian pleads guilty to new charges

Luke Tress in Forward · 4 Jan

Gershon Selinger, a convicted sex offender, has pleaded guilty to new abuse charges involving a minor.

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The New York Jewish Week’s 10 most-read stories of 2023

Julia Gergely in JTA · 26 Dec 2023

The New York Jewish Week has compiled a list of their 10 most-read stories of 2023.

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How bathroom graffiti inspired this Jewish comedian and singer

Mikhal Weiner in JTA · 13 Sep 2023

Jewish comedian and musician Caitlin Cook found inspiration in bathroom graffiti, considering it a form of art that breaks down traditional ideas of what art can be.

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