The officers at the New York Police Department have provided an unprecedented level of support and protection throughout the Jewish communities of New York. In Kew Gardens Hills, Mina Kessler and Leah Rabovsky took upon themselves thanking the local officers with some treats from Dunkin’ Donuts at the 107th police precinct on behalf of the Greater Queens Jewish Community.

 

Since 2019, the New York City Council has continued the incredible tradition of gathering at the City Hall Sukkah to break bread and celebrate the joyous holiday of Sukkos. This year, the gathering was once again hosted by Adrienne Adams, Speaker of the Council, who was grateful to join a whopping 40 of her colleagues, who proudly stood with brimming smiles alongside community leaders and everyday New Yorkers.

One thousand bulletproof vests and 255 duffel bags of supplies were sent by the Young Israel of Forest Hills to Israeli soldiers.

The Young Professionals Minyan at the shul initiated the drive. They put out a need for assistance using WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and email on Monday, October 9. More than 150 volunteers showed up to assist on October 10.