Tamuz 26, 5777, 7/20/2017
New Jersey New Jersey rabbi, wife arrested for alleged fraudAuthorities say rabbi and other couples underreported their income to receive government benefits such as medicaid illegally. New Jersey university rejects BDS motionStudents at Montclair State University vote down resolution calling on the school to boycott Israel.$1 million in security grants available for NJ institutionsNew Jersey Gov. Chris Christie offers institutions, including Jewish institutions, offer for security funding in wake of bomb threats. New Jersey synagogue, preschool evacuated after called-in threatSheriff's Department arrives at Livingston, New Jersey synagogue to search for bomb. Watch: Woman saved from oncoming trainPassersby save elderly woman caught on railroad tracks as train approached. Torah scroll stolen from Lakewood schoolBurglars break into Cheder Torah Zev in Lakewood, New Jersey; steal Torah scroll. NJ synagogues seek help in welcoming Syrian refugeesThree synagogues in New Jersey are seeking help in resettling a Syrian refugee family. New Jersey Jews helping Latino family in wake of son's deathJewish community in Lakewood providing assistance to the family of a 2-year-old Latino boy who was killed in a tragic accident. NJ congressional candidates trade barbs over anti-Semitic flierCandidates for Congress in a northern New Jersey district trade charges over an anti-Semitic flier. New Jersey stabbing kills 3, injures another 3Stabbing attack in New Jersey claims 3 victims; police offer reward for info leading to arrest. Swastika attack targets Indian-American Congress candidateSwastikas painted outside the home of an Indian-American candidate for Congress with a Jewish-sounding surname. 3 dead, more than 100 injured in New Jersey train crashTrain crashes into crowded station in Hoboken, New Jersey, killing three and injuring more than 100 and leaving passengers trapped. Man accused in firebombing of NJ synagogue goes on trialJury selection begins in trial of man accused of vandalizing and firebombing northern New Jersey synagogues and a rabbi’s home. Bomber charged with use of weapons of mass destructionFederal prosecutors charge Ahmad Rahami, arrested the bombings in New York and New Jersey, with four counts. America in denialThe motive behind the attack in Manhattan remains a “mystery” in American press. NY bombing suspect's neighbors seem resigned to backyard terrorMembers of the Orthodox Jewish community in Elizabeth, NJ, shaken but not surprised by recent bomb attacks.New York bombing suspect to be charged with attempted murderAhmad Rahami, apprehended in Linden, New Jersey, to be charged with attempted murder and gun related offences. Explosion outside of New Jersey train stationAfter bombings in Manhattan and New Jersey, explosion reported by New Jersey train station following discovery of 'suspicious package'. New Jersey Governor declares state of emergency due to stormNew Jersey Governor Chris Christie has declared a state of emergency for counties expected to get heavily hit from tropical storms. Watch: 'When I saw those kids, there was no choice'Hero pilot Yaakov Yosef Rosenberg tells of the harrowing moments when he realized his plane was heading for a soccer field full of children. 2 stolen Torahs valued at $30,000 returned to NJ synagogueTwo Torahs valued at $30,000 that had been stolen with silver religious pieces returned to a New Jersey synagogue. Anti-Semitic graffiti found across from Lakewood yeshivaSeveral swastikas and other anti-Semitic messages spray-painted on equipment at a playground across the street from yeshiva in Lakewood, NJ. 30 attend stranger's funeral in New YorkGalvanized by a Facebook post, 30 people showed up for a funeral where only the rabbi and the funeral director were expected. New Jersey woman loses inheritance for marrying a JewA woman who alleged her father disinherited her for marrying a Jewish man lost her appeal in a New Jersey court. Danon: Boycott the boycottersIsrael’s UN Ambassador welcomes NJ Governor Chris Christie's support of a bill against BDS. New Jersey hands BDS latest defeatGovernor Chris Christie signs bipartisan law banning state pension plans from investing in companies boycotting Israel. Gender-segregated swimming policy at Lakewood makes wavesNew Jersey housing community with a majority haredi population angering homeowners due to gender-segregated swimming pool hours. Jewish Week Media Group to publish New Jersey Jewish NewsNew York-based Jewish Week Media Group will soon begin publishing the New Jersey Jewish News.Large swastika painted on southern New Jersey homeLarge swastika painted on a home in suburban Mount Laurel. New Jersey haredi schools to receive greater security fundingNew Jersey State Legislature passes bill providing for increased security in private schools. New Jersey passes anti-BDS legislationNew Jersey bill prohibits the state from investing pension and annuity funds in companies that boycott Israel or Israeli businesses. Clinton clinches Democratic nominationClinton seizes the Democratic presidential nomination after winning enough NJ delegates, becomes first woman nominee. NJ man who fire-bombed rabbi’s home convicted of terrorismRabbi describes fearing for his family's lives after Anthony Graziano and an accomplice hurled a firebomb through his bedroom window. New Jersey 'Synagogue Bomber' convicted of terrorismAnthony Graziano attacked New Jersey synagogues, home of rabbi with firebombs in 2012. He could now face life imprisonment. NJ court rules $11M state grant to yeshiva unconstitutionalNew Jersey court rules state grants to two religious institutions are unconstitutional. New Jersey passes anti-BDS legislationNew Jersey State Senate passes legislation prohibiting pension and annuity funds from being invested in companies that boycott Israel. New Jersey man given 15 years for supporting ISISNew Jersey man who pleaded guilty to conspiring to aid ISIS sentenced to 15 years in prison. High School students play ‘Jews vs Nazis’ beer pongA group of Princeton high school students are in hot water after they were caught playing beer pong with a 'Jews vs Nazis' theme. NJ town comes together in fear of haredi 'invasion'Residents in New Jersey town trying to prevent haredim from moving in, mentioning 'suspicious, creepy' realtors, fear of low standards. The Jewish miracle in Atlantic CityInterview: a small shul in NJ was ruined, leaving the community scrambling - until an unexpected challenge made it all for the best. New Jersey rabbi relives running into flames to save TorahRabbi of historic synagogue recalls the harrowing moments of Friday's fire, 'nearly 100 years erased in a single moment.' Historic New Jersey synagogue destroyed in fireFire consumes Congregation Poile Zedek in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Cause appears to be accidental. Jersey City Muslims: 'We'll Be the Majority Soon'Muslim parents in NJ fail to have schools closed for today's holiday, but are confident for next year. New Jersey Man Pleads Guilty to Supporting ISIS21-year-old New Jersey man pleads guilty to conspiring to support ISIS, could get 20 years in prison. New Jersey Resident Charged with Conspiring to Support ISISFormer New Jersey resident arrested and charged with allegedly conspiring and attempting to provide support to ISIS. New Jersey Man Arrested for Supporting ISISAmerican authorities arrest 23-year-old New Jersey man on charges of conspiring to provide material support to ISIS. No Charges Against Teens who Called to Kill Jews on TwitterPolice say NJ teenagers who posted photos in Hitler costume, said kosher ice cream shop 'perfect for bombing,' 'did not commit a crime.' New York's 'Monster Snowstorm' UnderwhelmsBig Apple saved from highly touted snowstorm thanks to a veer to the east, after subway shut due to snow for first time ever. American Hospital Charges $9,000 for Cut FingerUS healthcare under fire again - this time over an outrageous bill at a for-profit medical center. Islamic State Flag Flown in New JerseyUS-born Muslim and CAIR rep. claim flag just a symbol of Islam; photos show it is identical to that of Jihadists conquering Iraq and Syria. Cult Flies Jewish Star, Swastika Over Major CitiesRaelians, who preach that Nazi symbol promotes 'peace,' at center of controversy over unusual banner. NJ Hassid: 'I Was Saved by the Mercy of G-d'New Jersey yeshiva student brutally beaten by 3 black youths, required stitches to his head after being brought to the hospital. For Sale: Rights to Name Jewish Baby Girl in NJJewish family tries to sell rights to name ninth child on Craigslist, having run out of family members to name after. NJ Father Wears Nazi Uniform to Child Custody HearingA New Jersey man, best known for naming his son Adolf Hitler, arrived in court on Monday wearing a Nazi uniform. US Federal Court Starts Sentencing for Would-be TerroristSentencing has begun in New Jersey for one of two men convicted on conspiracy to join the Al-Shabaab terror group, linked to Al Qaeda. ADL Welcomes Indictments in New Jersey Synagogue AttacksADL welcomes indictment against two individuals in a series of attacks targeting synagogues in Bergen County, New Jersey. Plane From NY Blows Tires, Veers Off NJ RunwayA United Express airplane from New York blew four tires as it landed at Newark Liberty International Airport and veered off a runway |
