Marking a groundbreaking development, Jewish Family Services of Union County announced recently that they have officially partnered with the new Tomchei Shabbos program that had already been quietly operating in the Elizabeth, Hillside and Springfield communities. “To my knowledge, it is the first time in New Jersey anywhere, that a Jewish Family Service Agency is partnering with a Tomchei Shabbos,” reported Heidi Pikarsky, of JFS Central.
On an idyllic summer morning, from a rooftop high above the Highland Park Independence Day parade, a gunman aimed down at the floats and lawn chairs and strollers and opened fire. The victims ranged in age from 8 to 85.
The annual celebration features floats, including Chabad’s giant menorah, marching bands and other special entertainment, and draws a crowd of thousands.