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Jewish New Yorkers remember Dr. Ruth Westheimer as one of their own

The famous sex therapist was often spotted around town, providing beloved memories among those who encountered her.

Neo-Nazi known as ‘Commander Butcher’ charged for attempting to poison Jewish children in New York City

Michail Chkhikvishvili, a leader of a white supremacist group, was indicted on four counts at the federal Eastern District Court of New York in Brooklyn.

At Dr. Ruth’s intimate funeral, loved ones honor a cherished ‘Mommy,’ ‘Omi’ and friend

Dr. Ruth Westheimer may have been famous but her Jewish funeral was a touching, family-focused affair.

The Jewish chef behind By Chloe, a popular vegan chain, to open new restaurant

NYPD recruit Allan Pearlman outside the police academy. (Courtesy)

Orthodox NYPD recruit to receive top award at police graduation

New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at a campaign rally in the Bronx, June 22, 2024. (Luke Tress)

Democratic Socialists pull endorsement of Ocasio-Cortez after she hosts panel on antisemitism

In a one-‘clown’ Off Broadway show, an actor takes the stigma out of mental illness

NYU settles suit brought by Jewish students who claimed discrimination in wake of Oct. 7

Last 3 defendants in Lev Tahor cult abduction case sentenced to more than 10 years in prison

Israeli kids with life-threatening illnesses find respite from war at Catskills camp

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