Friday, July 17, 2026 / ג׳ אב תשפ״ו

 ערב שבת פרשת דברים שבת חזון

Candle lighting 8:05 pm

Shkiah/Sunset 8:23 pm

Weather: 87° Partly cloudy. Areas of smoke and haze are possible, reducing visibility at times.

Shabbos day 83° Scattered thunderstorms in the morning becoming more widespread in the afternoon. Heavy downpours are possible. Potential for severe thunderstorms. Chance of rain 90%.

Air quality alert until 1200 am Motzei shabbos 

Air quality index in Lakewood today 167 Unhealthy

Air quality is unhealthy. Sensitive groups and some others may experience adverse health effects

Potential power outages Shabbos afternoon Widespread severe thunderstorms are expected to hit New Jersey on Shabbos with the potential for flash flooding, damaging winds, hail and the threat of isolated tornadoes, forecasters say.

“A significant weather event is looking more likely Saturday,” the National Weather Service said early Friday. “Multiple rounds of showers and storms are expected, which may begin before noon and extend after sunset.”

- Admor Kosson shlita will spend shabbos in Lakewood with the bochurim of yeshiva Ateres Tzvii

Admor Kaliv shlita will be at the B:M Shemen Lmincha in Brook Hill

-The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals just ruled that New Jersey's anti-gun law banning possession of "assault weapons" and "large capacity magazines" to be Unconstitutional 

big win for the 2nd Amendment

- Giyus: A Tzanz Chasid was released erev shabbos from IDF miliary prison following a large protest last night by the rebbe with thousands of chasidim.

- United Airlines is reportedly allowing some passengers to change their flights for free if they don't want to land at Florida's newly renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport.

- The New Jersey Attorney General and the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness are conducting a joint investigation into a recent spate of burglaries and harassing phone calls targeting at least 10 Masjids and Islamic Centers across the state.

- Tucker Carlson said president Trump is weak.claiming he "betrayed the United States for the benefit of a foreign power," In an interview with the Bloomberg news agency, Tucker Carlson said, "I don't think Trump is the strongest person in the world. Many presidents have, in one way or another, resisted attempts to control them from the outside and he didn't. That's why he's weak."

- Thousands Attend Lake Carasaljo Fireworks; Pedestrian Safety Concerns Raised

Thousands of Lakewood residents gathered at Lake Carasaljo for the Independence Day drone and fireworks show. Despite poor air quality, the event went on as planned, and township officials accommodated the community by keeping the show free of loud music during the Nine Days. 

After the event, however, thousands of people were left to walk along and cross Route 9 without police officers or crossing guards to assist. Many pedestrians crossed through moving traffic as vehicles were not stopped.

- A Reminder That Can Save a Life

Please make sure you have a system in place whenever you take a baby in the car not just to a morah or daycare, but even for a quick errand. Following yesterday's heartbreaking tragedy in Baltimore, and several recent close calls that, b'chasdei Hashem, ended safely, this is an important reminder for everyone. Use a reminder system, such as newer car seat safety alerts, a phone reminder, or a buddy system where someone checks that the baby was taken out of the car. A simple reminder can save a life.

-Trump: Great reviews on speech last night. Big audience. Pass THE SAVE AMERICA ACT!!! Thank you! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- China declares it has “never” interfered in U.S. elections.

- Faith communities see big challenges in daylight saving time proposal

Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph, executive vice president and COO of the Orthodox Union, one of the largest Jewish organizations in the U.S., said that there are ramifications for the broader community as well. "It is worth considering all of the effects of the change, including its impact on children walking to schools and buses in the dark, before rushing to make it law." More

- PSA: Traffic Alert: World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium

Anyone traveling on Sunday should be aware of major traffic delays around MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, due to the FIFA World Cup Final. More than 80,000 fans are expected to attend the match, which kicks off at 3:00 p.m. President Donald Trump is also expected to attend, resulting in heightened security and additional traffic restrictions.

Heavy traffic is expected to begin Sunday morning and continue through approximately 9:00 p.m. Motorists should allow extra travel time and, if possible, avoid the area around the Meadowlands during those hours.

- Israel officially entered election season early Friday after the Knesset voted to dissolve itself, ending the 25th Knesset following a dramatic overnight session. Coalition leaders, including Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, worked until the final moments to secure the needed 61 votes, with several absent lawmakers brought back to the Knesset to cast the decisive votes

- Trump: The Reflecting Pool, so badly damaged by Deranged Vandals, has be emptied as the massive slash gets repaired. We got it through the great July Fourth Weekend. What kind of animals would do such a thing? We are looking for a Vandal Proof material, but such a thing should not have been necessary. The Scum in Court will hopefully be prosecuted to the MAX. President DJT

-Bloomberg News Agency, citing CIA Director John Ratcliffe: “Russian conscripts arriving at the front in Ukraine survive on average only 20 to 30 minutes before being killed or wounded. This is due to Ukraine's extensive use of drones operated by artificial intelligence."

- A 20-year-old Lakewood man was charged after police said he fled from officers on a stolen ATV before abandoning the vehicle and attempting to escape on foot. Lakewood police responded to the Prospect Street area at about 9:50 p.m. July 13 after the owner of a stolen dirt bike and ATV reported finding the vehicles.

-To summarize Trump's address last night: Trump announces that China stole the election data of 220 million voters, had the ability to influence and “massage” the Presidential Intelligence Daily Briefing, and that the CIA and others covered it up.

 - A classified document released by the WH reveals that China produced tens of thousands of fake driver's licenses and sent them to the US. The plot would then have Chinese nationals in the US cast mail-in ballots

- A new frum political group, representing dozens of frum communities and independent local leaders, is calling on Knesset members Moshe Gafni and Aryeh Deri to give it a spot on their parties' Knesset candidate lists. The group has recently met with senior party officials, as polls show younger frum voters are losing confidence in longtime leaders over issues such as poverty, military conscription, and people leaving the frum community.

Trump In his speech on election security Thursday night, said the US is “winning big in Iran and you will see the fruits of that labor very, very shortly.”

- Iran says 8 killed in US strikes on bridges

- Tehran missiles targets Qatar, Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, while threatening to strike civilian infrastructure across region.

Kuwait: Desalination plant and power plant damaged by Iranian attacks

- Iran Revolutionary Guards announced that they had attacked the US Al-Udeid base in Qatar, and warned other countries hosting US bases in the region that further attacks against Iran would result in "more severe" responses

- The United States has reportedly carried out its largest wave of strikes in Iran during the current round of fighting, targeting major transportation and maritime infrastructure.

Iranian reports say five bridges in southern Iran, an airport, a railway station, and Chabahar Port were struck. An observation tower at the port later collapsed, and at atleast seven people were reportedly killed.

The attacks aim to isolate the strategic coastal area in Bandar Abbas (Hormuz) and cut off logistical routes as a preparation for a future attack.

- Iran has told its regional allies, including Hezbollah, to prepare for the possibility of a broader conflict amid military escalations with the United States. Leaders of the Iran-backed regional “Axis of Resistance” told allies that the period of waiting is nearing an end and that preparations for military scenarios have become a priority.

- Reuters: Gunmen boarded the tanker "Asana" carrying chemical products in the Gulf of Aden, near the Yemeni coast, and it appears they now control the ship. Reports say it was pirates a d not the Houthis.

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Halachos for Erev shabbos in the 9 days (Based partially on Rabbi Shmuel Felder Sefer)

Erev Shabbos in the nine days שבת חזון הלכות

- One may cut their Nails for Shabbos since it is not yet shavua shechal bo.

- One may polish their shoes only with liquid polish according to most poskim.

 - One may brush a hat on erev shabbos since it is not considered washing clothes.

 - Showering is a machlokes if you are allowed kol gufo, the minhag is to be meikel but to use only warm water.

- Tasting food that is fleishigs, some poskim- Mekor Chayim (551:9) writes "A woman who needs to taste the Shabbos foods while cooking may do so on Friday afternoon after midday" others hold you can taste but not swallow and must spit it out. (Shmiras Shabbos Khilchasa 42:61 on Erev Shabbos during the Nine Days, you may also taste the food. However, one should try not to swallow food containing meat ingredients)

- Children may eat meat before Shabbos up to 2 hours before the zman according to Rav Moshe Feinstein in Igros Moshe, others (Eliyahu Rabba) hold they may start even from Chatzos. this year 1:02 pm

- If one makes an early Shabbos on Erev Shabbos Chazon he may eat Meat after the Plag. Lakewood Plag is 6:51 pm.

- If one forgot to try on clothing prior to Rosh Chodesh he may put on the clothing on shabbos

- On Motzei Shabbos for Havdala it's preferably to have a koton drink the kois. If no koton is available one may drink by himself wine, if he does so every week ( Better not to get into a safek of Chamar Medina by drinking Beer or coffee) If he sometimes drinks Grape juice he should only make havdala on Grape Juice.

- Some Poskim (Chazon Ish) would take off their Bigdei shabbos after Havdalah.

Weather: 67° Partly cloudy skies. Visibility reduced by Smoke

The air quality in many areas of NJ got worse tonight , reaching "unhealthy" levels, because of the wildfire smoke that's drifting down from Canada.

- Fireworks and drone show at the Lakewood lake 8:45pm

- Tonight Shloshim event for Mordy Klughaupt Z"L at Bais Faiga 7:45 pm 

- Chumash Shiur by Harav Yeruchom Olshin shlita 11:30 pm at B"M Ateres Bracha live 646-726-9977  

- President Trump's 9PM address tonight will involve CHINA and might be "the most important Oval Office address since the Cuban Missile Crisis," per Sen. Bernie Moreno

Watch Live Here or Here

- The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a Tornado Warning for... South central Ocean County in southern New Jersey... Southeastern Burlington County in southern New Jersey...Warning including Mystic Island NJ, Tuckerton NJ and North Beach Haven NJ until 8:30 PM EDT

At the Drone show tonight over Lake Carasaljo 

 Lakewood Budget Includes 14.4-Cent Tax Increase; Mayor Blames FEMA Decision and State Aid Cuts 

At Thursday's Township Committee meeting, Mayor Ray Coles announced that Lakewood’s upcoming municipal budget will include a 14.4-cent tax increase, calling this year’s budget introduction one of the most difficult he has faced in years.

The mayor cited two major factors behind the increase: Winter storm costs: Back-to-back blizzards and snow/ice storms caused widespread disruption, with Lakewood spending approximately $8 million on cleanup and recovery. Coles said the Township normally would have expected FEMA reimbursement, but New Jersey’s application was not approved by the federalgovernment who approved,  applications from other states.

Loss of state municipal aid: Coles said Lakewood’s growing population has far outpaced the state’s outdated aid formula, which was created in the 1970s. He noted that Lakewood has grown from about 30,000 residents to more than 150,000, making it one of the largest municipalities in the state, yet it ranks near the bottom in state aid per capita.

The mayor said state officials recognize Lakewood’s efficiency and limited workforce and determined the Township should receive about $25 million in aid instead of the approximately $5 million it currently receives. He said changing the formula requires legislative action, and local representatives have already sponsored legislation in Trenton to address the issue.

Coles added that Lakewood had received $7–8 million in state grants two years ago and expected an increase this year, but the elimination of those funds created an additional $8 million budget gap.

The mayor placed much of the blame for the tate increase on the loss of state aid and FEMA reimbursement.

This is for the municipal budget only. The school district and fire budgets are seperate.

 Laws of the nine days  Based on "A Summary of Halachos of the Three Weeks" by Rabbi Shimon D. Eider ZTL according to the Ashkenazic custom. 

- If one forgot to try on clothing prior to Rosh Chodesh  he may put on the clothing on shabbos

- On Motzei Shabbos for Havdala it's preferably to have a koton drink the kois. If no koton is available one may drink by himself wine, if he does so every week ( Better not to get into a safek of Chamar Medina by drinking Beer or coffee) If he sometimes drinks Grape juice he should only make havdala on Grape Juice. (Rabbi Shmuel Felder Sefer)

- Some Poskim (Chazon Ish) would take off their Bigdei shabbos after Havdalah.

 Article from Ohr Somayach Institutions www.ohr.edu

In addition to the restrictions that apply to the entire three-week period, during the nine days between the 1st of Av until after Tisha B’Av the following restrictions on pleasure and joy also take effect:

(The following is according to the Ashkenazic custom, for the Sephardic custom please consult the rabbi.)

Activities of pleasure and joy

One should not purchase an object of joy that will be available after Tisha B’Av for the same price.

Building for beauty or pleasure not required for dwelling should be suspended.

Building for a mitzvah like a synagogue, place of Torah study, or a mikva is permitted.

Painting, wallpapering and general home decoration should not be done.

Similarly, one should not plant for pleasure.

Eating Meat and drinking Wine

The custom is to refrain from eating meat and poultry or drinking wine and grape juice during the nine days. This also pertains to children.

The prohibition of meat includes foods cooked with meat or meat fat. However, foods cooked in a clean vessel used for meat may be eaten.

Eating meat and drinking wine is permitted for Shabbos. Even one who has ushered in the Shabbos on Friday afternoon before sunset, or extends the third meal of Shabbos  late into Motzei shabbo may also eat meat and drink wine at those times.

Similarly, one may drink the wine of Havdallah. Some have the custom to give the wine to a child of 6-9 years old, or to use beer for Havdallah.

Meat and wine are also permitted at a meal in honor of a mitzvah like bris milah, Tidying Habem and a siyum completing a masechte or other books (consult a competent rabbi for details).

A person who requires meat because of weakness or illness, including small children and pregnant or nursing women who have difficulty eating dairy, may eat meat. However, whenever possible poultry is preferable to meat.

Laundering 

Laundering is prohibited even for use after Tisha B’Av. One may not even give clothing to a non-Jewish cleaner. (Although one may give it to him before the 1st of Av, even though he’ll wash during the nine days.)

The prohibition of laundering includes linens, tablecloths, and towels.

A person who has no clean clothes may wash what he needs until the Shabbos before Tisha B’Av.

Children’s diapers and clothing that constantly get dirty may be washed by need even during the week of Tisha B’Av, in private.

Laundering for the purpose of a mitzvah is permitted.

One may polish shoes with liquid or wax polish, but should avoid shining shoes.

Wearing Freshly Laundered Clothing 

It is forbidden to wear freshly laundered clothing during the nine days. This includes all clothing except that which is worn to absorb perspiration.

Therefore, one must prepare before the nine days by wearing freshly laundered suits, pants, shirts, dresses, blouses and the like for a short time so that they may be worn during the nine days. Socks, undershirts and underwear need not be prepared.

Here too, the prohibition of using freshly laundered items applies to linens, tablecloths, and towels.

One may wear freshly laundered Shabbos clothing, as well as use clean tablecloths and towels. Changing bed linen though is prohibited.

Since one may wear freshly laundered garments on Shabbos , if one forgot or was unable to prepare enough garments before the nine days, he may change for Friday night and then change again on Shabbos  morning. These garments may then be worn during the week.

This will apply only to clothing that is suitable to wear on Shabbos, since wearing a garment on Shabbos for the sole purpose of wearing it during the week is forbidden.

Fresh garments and Shabbos clothing may be worn in honor of a mitzvah for example at a bris milah for the parents, mohel, and sandek.

Wearing or buying new clothes repairing garments

While wearing new clothing that doesn’t require the blessing “sh’hecheyanu” is permitted until the 1st of Av, during the nine days it is prohibited even on Shabbos.

One may not buy new clothes or shoes even for use after Tisha B’Av, except in a case of great necessity, for example for one’s wedding.

If one forgot or was unable to buy special shoes needed for Tisha B’Av, he may do so during the nine days.

Making new garments or shoes for a Jew is permitted until the Sunday before Tisha B’Av. Afterwards it is permitted only for a non-Jew.

Repairing torn garments or shoes is permitted.

Bathing and Swimming

The custom is not to bathe for pleasure even in cold water.

Bathing in cold water for medical reasons or to remove dirt or perspiration is permitted.

 (Where cold water is required, hot water may be added to cold water as long as the mixture is not comfortably warm.)

Soaping or shampooing and washing with hot or warm water are prohibited - unless it is required for medical reasons or to remove the dirt and perspiration.

Swimming is prohibited except for medical reasons. Similarly, one may take a quick dip in a pool to remove dirt or sweat.

Bathing for a mitzvah is permitted, therefore a woman who needs to bathe for her immersion should consult a competent rabbi.

A man who immerses in a mikva every Friday may do so in cold water this Friday. But one who omits immersing occasionally because he is too busy or because of the cold may not.

One who bathes every Friday in honor of Shabbos with hot water, soap and shampoo may do so on the Friday before Tisha B’Av.

Ohr.edu

Weather: 94° Sunshine and clouds mixed. Expect widespread areas of smoke and haze, reducing visibility at times.

Thick smoke from wildfires that are burning out of control in Canada has caused New Jersey’s air quality to deteriorate to unhealthy levels. The Air Quality Index used by the Environmental Protection Agency showed readings as high as 162 in Ocean County, Readings of 151 to 200 are considered unhealthy for everyone, not just people with respiratory issues.

Tonight Shloshim event for Mordy Klughaupt Z"L at bais Faiga 7:45 pm 

- Trump: "U.S. spy agencies began learning about the compromise of voter registration files in 2020 when they discovered that tens of millions of voter data, think of that tens of millions of voters' data in 18 states have been bought, stolen, or hacked by China."

-Trump claims hundreds of thousands of "dead people" are on U.S. voter rolls.

- Trump accuses China of working through American contacts to influence U.S. business leaders against him during his first administration.

-Trump accuses China of illicitly acquiring 220 million U.S. voter files in what he calls the largest election-data breach in history, starting during the 2020 election.

- President Trump BLASTS the left-wing radical networks like ABC and NBC for refusing to air his speech tonight."In a rare move, NBC and ABC fake news have both said that they would not cover this speech." "They knew what it was about because they don't like the topic, know how corrupt our system is, and don't want to reveal it. But they and others in the media are part of a plot!"  "They want to continue this fraud for whatever reason. They want to keep it going. They want to protect the radical left."  "They can't have a great country. And that's true. You can't have a great country without free and fair elections."

- Keren Zichron Yehoshua launched for a Almana and 10 Yesomim Donate HERE

- Major Tax increase anounced at the committee meeting today ahead of the 2026 Budget. Lakewood Mayor says the increase is due to the back to back snowstorms and the cuts to municipal aid from the  state and cuts from FEMA to New Jersey.

- Lakewood mayor addresses concerns for Music in the 9 days at Fireworks show 

At Thursdays Township Committee meeting, Mayor Ray Coles announced that the fireworks show will go on as scheduled tonight. Addressing concerns about the event taking place during the Nine Days, the mayor said there will be a DJ at the amphitheater, but noted that attendees who prefer not to hear the music can stand in other areas where it will not be audible. Mayor Coles did not address concerns about the day's air quality. He also announced that he would not be attending the fireworks event, explaining that his wife recently underwent surgery

- WH Press Sec confirms Trump will attend World cup final game on Sunday at Metlife stadium. Game starts at 3pm expect traffic if coming back from the catskills early, 82,000 fans expected.

 "On Friday, the president will travel to New York City to attend a FIFA reception at Trump Tower, followed by his attendance on Sunday at the FIFA World Cup, between Spain and Argentina."At Metlife stadium in New Jersey.

- A White House teleprompter operator has been placed on unpaid administrative leave after a report alleges he profited from online bets on Kalshi because he had prior access to President Trump's speeches:

- Karoline Leavitt appears to confirm President Trump will be declassifying documents surrounding breaches in election security

- Giyus: President Isaac Herzog’s office reportedly asked Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara to explore alternatives to arresting Haredi draft evaders, including possible economic sanctions. The proposal was aimed at reducing tensions, but the attorney general reportedly did not respond, and Herzog did not bring it before the government, believing it would not advance.

- A Total employment in New Jersey decreased by 300 jobs in June, however, the unemployment rate in the state decreased by 0.2% to 4.5%. The May estimate was revised downward by 800 jobs, resulting in a April-to-May net gain of 1,400 jobs, down from the preliminary estimate of 2,200 jobs gained.(Onejerseyschorr)

- Governor Mikie Sherrill: As smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to impact air quality in our region, I’ve directed NJ TRANSIT and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority to make select quantities of masks available to commuters and at rest areas along the Turnpike and Parkway. The Port Authority will also be distributing masks.

- Tonight Shloshim event for Mordy Klughaupt Z"L at bais Faiga 7:45 pm 

- Nichum Aveilim:

Shiva for Rav Yechiel Drillman Ztl at 29 Pointsetta ct Lakewood getting up Friday afternoon

Shiva for Mrs. Rochel Lichtenstein A"H at 300 Carey St getting up Monday morning

- Rav Asher Arieli Shlita is sitting shiva on the passing of his sister Mrs. Miriam Stern A"H wife of Rav Dovid Asher Stern shlita, she was 62.

- Giyus: police esrimate 10,000 Sanzer Chassidim gathered outside a military prison to protest the arrests of two chasidim from their community who were detained over draft-related issues. They were joined by the Sanzer rebbe shlita.

- Giyus: Protests taking place today, Highway 4 in response to the arrests of yeshiva students 

- Lakewood Independence day Fireworks and drone show scheduled for tonight.The show will take place at Lake Carasaljo, viewable from both North and South Lake Drives. The drone show will begin at 8:45 pm; and lead into the fireworks show at approximately 9:00 pm.

Lakewood township committee meeting today virtual only watch livestream Here see agenda Here 

On the agenda: Introducing the 2026 municipal budget. Ornances on the agenda including the vacation of a portion of Beaumont Street, the acceptance of donated land on Brill Street, Ferndale Avenue, and Wayne Street, the public sale of three township-owned parcels, the private sale of a parcel on County Line Road East, and the first reading of a proposed private sale of a 22,000-square-foot portion of township-owned land on Wood Avenue with a starting bid of 750k. 

public can submit emails during the meeting via [email protected]

- According to reports on Trump's national TV address to the nation set for today, Trump is going to release major bombshells regarding the CIA having then hiding critical foreign election interference information.

- While Lakewood girls' schools have yet to confirm their start dates for the upcoming school year, many of the boys' mesivtas and batei medrash are expected to begin the Elul zman on Thursday night, Rosh Chodesh Elul. Bochurim will return from camp just one day earlier before resuming the zman. This marks a change from previous years, when the Elul zman typically began only after Shabbos.

- NJ Investigates JCP&L Over Power OutagesThe NJ Board of Public Utilities opened investigations into JCP&L over reliability issues and its response to July storms that left thousands without power. Residents cited long outages and poor communication, while JCP&L said it deployed 5,700 workers and is making major system upgrades.

- Jackson 21 Townhouse Pool Schedule Sparks Debate Over Gender-Separate HoursA pool schedule at The Club at Jackson 21, a 465-home townhouse community, has sparked controversy after setting separate swimming hours for men and women during parts of the day. The policy, supported by many Orthodox Jewish residents for reasons of modesty, allows only limited co-ed swimming hours. Some non-Orthodox residents argue the rules are discriminatory, while supporters say the HOA is accommodating religious beliefs. The HOA has discussed possibly adding a second pool as a solution. The issue follows previous legal disputes over gender-separated pool schedules in Orthodox communities. APP reports 

- Poll: Most New Jerseyans Want to Keep Full-Service Gas 

A new Fairleigh Dickinson University poll finds 64% of New Jersey voters want to keep the state’s full-service gas law, while only 24% support allowing self-service pumps. Support remains strong across political parties, genders, and age groups. A bill to allow drivers the option of pumping their own gas has been introduced but has not advanced.

- Mamdani proposes banning NYC landlords from requiring both proof of income & a credit check  while forcing landlords or brokers to pay any credit-check fees.

- New Jersey's law requiring owners and operators of electrical bicycles to obtain motorized bicycle licenses, registration, and insurance is scheduled to go into effect on July 19. But the law, which is considered the toughest in the nation, is causing a lot of confusion and the Motor Vehicle Commission has struggled to interpret the new law - with confusing and conflicting information on its website and manual for e-bike owners.(Onejerseyschorr)

- NJ Opens Investigations Into JCP&L After Reliability Failures and July Outages

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has opened two proceedings involving JCP&L, including an enforcement case over the company’s failure to meet reliability standards in 2022–2024 and a new review of its response to the July heat wave and severe storms that left thousands without power. Residents and officials complained about lengthy outages, poor communication, and slow restoration during dangerous heat. JCP&L said it deployed about 5,700 workers and is investing billions in system upgrades. The BPU is accepting public comments as it reviews the utility’s performance.

. Secretary of State Rubio: "Here in the United States, the share of left-wing terrorist attacks and plots has risen to levels not seen in decades. In Germany, far-left violence has jumped by more than 40 percent in just the last year alone."

- Ocean County Doctor, founder of the Jasper Spine Institute of Brick, along with his daughter & her 2-year-old girl died in a plane crash in upstate New York on Monday night

List of Kosher restaurant menus for the 9 days courtesy of great Kosher restaurants

https://www.greatkosherrestaurants.com/nine-days-menu-and-specials/

CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood area

Agripas – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at Westgate Plaza 84 Hillside Blvd Lakewood, NJ 08701.

Bonsai – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 2186 Lakewood Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755.

Bridge Turkish Grill – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 315 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904, United States.

Burger Bar – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 2080 W County Line Rd Unit C5, Jackson Township, NJ 08527

Char Q – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 2 Augusta Blvd, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Flysh – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 32 Cross St Ste 105, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Fortune Cookie Chinese – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 48 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ 07755-1654

Glatt Gourmet – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 1094 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Hamisada – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 5325 US-9, Howell Township, NJ 07731

Ishtabach – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 2164 U.S. 9, Toms River, NJ. View their Nine Days Menu here.

Kipshuto – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 37 S Clifton Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701, USA

Lipa’s Munch – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 1001 Madison Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Mike’s Chicken – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 700 Cedarbridge Ave Unit 7, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Nicki’s – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 115 2nd St, Lakewood, NJ 08701

PH Modern Grill – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 681 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Salt Steakhouse – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 15 Morris Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740

The Loft Steakhouse – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 1600 NJ-70, Lakewood, NJ 08701.

Tomahawk Steakhouse – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 700 Cedarbridge Ave Unit 4, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Yapchik – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 1757 Madison Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Yussi’s Deli – Will be open during the Nine Days. Located at 234 2nd St, Lakewood, NJ 08701

- CENTCOM Today at 9:40 p.m. ET, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) completed its latest major wave of strikes against Iran.U.S. forces, including fighter jets, aerial drones, and warships, launched precision munitions that hit dozens of Iranian military targets such as coastal surveillance and air defense sites, military logistics infrastructure, and maritime capabilities. This was the sixth consecutive night of U.S. strikes against Iran. At the Commander in Chief's direction, CENTCOM is further degrading Iranian military capabilities and holding Iran accountable for recent attacks on commercial shipping. More than 50,000 U.S. service members are operating across the Middle East and remain vigilant, lethal, and ready."

- U.S. Central Command CENTCOM: At 2 p.m. ET today, U.S. forces began conducting a new wave of strikes against Iran for the fifth consecutive night to further degrade Iranian military capabilities

- Israel is preparing for a possible escalation in the exchange of fire between the United States and Iran next week following recent remarks by US President Donald Trump and ongoing diplomatic developments, Channel 12 reports. Israel believes the US may begin targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure, in line with Trump’s recent comments. Until now, US strikes have been focused primarily on Iranian military infrastructure.

- White House Press Secretary Leavitt: Iran continues to talk with the US and is interested in reaching an agreement

-A Hamas commander who invaded Israel during the October 7, 2023, onslaught was killed in an airstrike in the northern Gaza Strip earlier today, the army announces

- US expands strikes into Tehran area as Iran threatens to ‘resist until the end’

- Reuters: Iran ordered Houthis to block Bab al-Mandeb Strait if Trump carries out his threats and attacks power plants

- Israeli strikes killed at least five Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip today.

- Four Hamas weapon depots were destroyed in Israeli strikes in the central Gaza Strip overnight, the IDF announces.

- AP: The US increased the strikes on Iran tonight, hitting more northern targets. For the first time since the beginning of the current escalation round - the strikes also reached areas around Tehran

- Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz an inviolable "red line" on Thursday, warning that any U.S. strikes on Iranian infrastructure, including the power plants and bridges President Donald J. Trump has threatened to target, would trigger retaliatory strikes against critical infrastructure across the Gulf region.

- Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke overnight with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The two discussed recent U.S. military operations in Iran and agreed to continue close U.S.-Israel coordination in response to any future developments.

Hashkafa with Rav Gershon Ribner shlita

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 Weather Tonight: 70°  Thunderstorms this evening, then skies turning partly cloudy after midnight. Potential for severe thunderstorms. Chance of rain 70%.

- Yeshiva Gedolah of Clifton R"Y Rav Yehuda Schwartz shlita,Rav Nosson Levine shlita, pbuilding expansion reception at 10 Bear Trail Jackson 

- Smoke from the Canadian wildfires have now spread over most of New Jersey and is expected to linger through Thursday and perhaps into Friday, potentially causing visibility restrictions and poor air quality across the state.

According to the National Weather Service, this smoke event is not expected to be as severe as the similar event that occurred in June 2023.(One Jersey)

Weather: 101° Sunny to partly cloudy. Areas of smoke reducing visibility at times

Air quality alert due to smoke from Canadian wildfires 

An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. today for Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, Ocean, and southeastern Burlington counties, with heat index values up to 107 degrees. Dangerous heat and humidity could cause heat-related illnesses, and temperatures will remain very hot on Thursday, with heat indices near 100 degrees.

NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill Smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to reach New Jersey later this evening, affecting our air quality. Sensitive individuals should limit time spent outdoors and avoid strenuous activity.

Today Rosh chodesh marks the 26th yahrzeit of the Bobover Rebbe Rav Shlomo Halberstam the Divre Shloime zt"l, Thousands expected at the Tziyun located ad Floral park cemetery Deans, NJ 

-Trump is expected to reveal Chinese meddling in U.S. elections, including alleged compromises of voter data — CBS

- Lakewood Fireworks  and drine show are scheduled for tomorrow evening but the current smoke conditions may be a factor while officials have yet to announce any changes.

- Smoke from Canadian wildfires reaches the Lakewood area this evening 

- NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill We are excited to welcome Spain and Argentina to New Jersey for the World Cup Final this Sunday!

In just four days, one in three people across the globe will tune in to watch the final match take place right here in the Garden State.

-Trump on Truth Social: Iran has allowed an American Citizen, who was wrongfully detained in December of 2024 under the “presidency” of Sleepy Joe Biden, to leave the Country. She is now safely outside of Iran, and in good condition. The United States of America appreciates this gesture of Goodwill by Iran!

- The fight over daylight saving time is heating Supporters say permanent daylight saving time would end disrupted schedules, give families more evening sunlight, and boost businesses across multiple industries. But airlines are warning the change could ripple through aviation, impacting sunrise times, passenger schedules, crew and aircraft positioning, and coordination with global flight networks. Sleep experts are also pushing back, arguing permanent standard time is healthier than permanent daylight saving time because it better lines up with the body’s natural clock.

- Channel 13 News poll for this evening: The anti‑Netanyahu bloc achieves for the first time the majority needed to form a government with 61 seats without the arab parties 

- More than 100 House Democrats vote to cut off aid to Israel. The US House overwhelmingly rejected Rep. Thomas Massie’s amendment to cut billions in aid to Israel by a 104-314 vote.

All but one Republican voted against it. Nearly half of voting Democrats supported the cut.

- The Knesset voted Wednesday 65-51 to pass a law significantly weakening the powers of the attorney general The legislation, which is currently set to enter into effect in January 2027, two months after the next elections, would effectively strip the attorney general of authority over the government by allowing ministers to reject the attorney general’s currently binding legal positions.

- A new New Jersey law taking effect July 17 expands Family Leave Act protections by covering employers with 15 or more employees instead of 30. The law also reduces the employment requirement from 12 months to 3 months and lowers the minimum hours worked from 1,000 to 250, extending job protection to more than 400,000 additional workers in the state.

- Power was out briefly along the Pine Street corridor and Cedarbridge corporate park. It has since been restored

- The Sanzer Rebbe along with thousands of his Chassidim will gather tomorrow evening at 7:00 p.m. outside Prison 10 for a Atzeres tefillah rally, protesting the arrest of two bochurim f

affiliated with the Chassidus for draft dodging 

- A moment of silence in the Israeli Knesset in memory of Senator Lindsey Graham

- BDE: Petirah of Reb Yissochor Tzvi Halevi Lowy Z"L of Brooklyn father of R' Yitzchok and R' Eliyohu of Lakewood Kevura in Lakewood today 4:30pm

- The U.S. military is moving ahead with plans to build a “mission training center” for F-16 fighter jets stationed at the 177th Fighter Wing in Egg Harbor Township, on the edge of Atlantic City International Airport, the latest element of a multipart push to expand air power in South Jersey.(OneJersey)

- For the 9 days lakewood restaurants will have extended hours Mendelsohn's pizza n Toms River/Lakewood open until 9 pm

Fleishig restaurants will have Parve menus in addition there will be fleishigs available for shabbos and siyumim 

- Giyus: A Hafgama was held outside the Tel Hashomer Recruitment Office against the scheduled conscription day for Charedi tracks in the IDF. Demonstrators gathered to protest the ongoing draft efforts targeting yeshiva students. In yerushalayim members of the Eidah hacharedis protested in front of the lishkat Giyus on Rechov Rashi 

- Netanyahu to travel to D.C. Saturday for Lindsey Graham’s funeral.

- Firefighters responded to a fire Wednesday at at Atlantic Coast Recycling of Ocean County on  New Hampshire Avenue. It was put out shortly after

- As they do on many Rosh Chodesh mornings, members of Women of the Wall gathered at the Kosel today for their monthly provocation as hundreds of seminary girls and other women assembled nearby, reciting Tehillim loudly to drown out the group. 

- The Lakewood Fire District plans to construct a memorial monument at the corner of Monmouth Avenue and Fifth Street commemorating the 50th anniversary of the loss of two Lakewood firefighters.

- Lakewood Township is expected to introduce its 2026 municipal budget, though the full details have not yet been released. There is a possibility of a tax increase, following reductions in state funding and municipal aid from Trenton.

- President Donald Trump is directing ICE officers to resume conducting traffic stops, rejecting a recent Department of Homeland Security decision to suspend the tactic following two fatal shootings involving ICE agents in Maine and Texas. “We CANNOT give up one of I.C.E.’s most important and effective Crime Fighting tools, THE TRAFFIC STOP!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “Once we do, we are playing right into the criminal’s hands.”

- Giyus: The new law freezing the arrest of yeshiva bochurim who have not reported for the draft comes into effect at a particularly sensitive time just one week before the start of Bein Hazmanim, during this period, many travel, take trips, and spend more time on the roads and in public areas, leading to increased interaction with police officers. Officials warn that despite the temporary freeze, the coming weeks could still see a significant number of encounters and possible arrests before the law is fully implemented or enforced.

- Trump calls on New York to reverse its data center moratorium “immediately,” warning it could hand AI leadership to China.

- Arkia Airlines will expand and upgrade its Tel Aviv-New York route in response to strong demand, adding Monday and Wednesday flights between Tel Aviv and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport in August and September.

-Lakewood Police Arrest Suspect Twice in One Week Lakewood Police arrested Anthony Bivins Jr., 48, after two separate investigations. He was first charged in connection with a residential burglary and theft of tools, and days later was arrested again for allegedly stealing a vehicle from a local repair shop.

- Neptune Township has joined more than 25 New Jersey municipalities in restricting data centers and in addition they voted to restrict Department of Homeland Security detention centers within the municipality.

-New Jersey beer sales rose about 10% during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making it the second-biggest drinking host region after Massachusetts.

- Benjamin Netanyahu on Zohran Mamdani: "I think Zohran Mamdani secretly hates America. He champions Hamas, which wants to massacre every Jew on Earth. Those who hate the Jews and Israel ultimately hate America."

- NJ Assembly GOP: A $150,000 earner with a $400,000 home in New Jersey pays roughly $21,350/year in state and local taxes.

The same person in Florida: $4,300.

That's a $17,000 difference. Every year.

And we just raised taxes another $800 million

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Petirah of  Harav Yehoshua Max זצ"ל, who was niftar at the age of 44 following an illness from the dreaded machalah, רח"ל.

Reb Yehoshua was a distinguished talmid chacham a Gaon and  Baki in all Sugyos and served as the Rosh Kollel of Kollel Zichron Yehoram, which was established in memory of his father, Reb Yehoram Max ז"ל. He was a talmid of Yeshivas Rabbeinu Chaim Berlin and maintained a close relationship with the Rosh HaYeshiva, Harav Aharon Schechter זצ"ל. He was his chavrusah and he prepared the shiurim with the Rosh Yeshiva.

He devoted his life to Torah and Avodah despite enduring yesurim from the illness.

He leaves behind his wife (nee Spero)  and 10 yesomim, ranging in age from just 2 to 19 years old. The family resides in the Ridge area of Lakewood he was a mispalel at B"M sharei Orah

Dayan Brody shlita.

A short levayah will take place today  in Lakewood at 11:00 a.m. at the chapel on Seventh Street. The aron will then be taken to Yeshivas Rabbeinu Chaim Berlin on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn for an additional levayah, followed by kevurah at Beth David Cemetery in Elmont, Long Island.

Zoom link for Levaya in Lakewood 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81764884715?

Passcode: 810284

The family will be sitting shivah at 15 Cherry Street, Lakewood.

- U.S. Central Command says its latest wave of strikes against Iran has been completed.CENTCOM said U.S. forces struck Iranian command centers, air defense sites, missile and drone capabilities, and coastal surveillance facilities to further degrade Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The military said the strikes were carried out at the direction of the Commander in Chief as the U.S. continues operations against Iranian military targets.

- WSJ: President Trump is leaning towards expanding U.S. military activity in Iran after days of briefings from his top advisors. Among the options being considered are: expanding airstrikes, sending ground forces to seize Iranian islands near the Strait of Hormuz, and bombing Mount Pickaxe.

-Trump on Truth Social: Iran has allowed an American Citizen, who was wrongfully detained in December of 2024 under the “presidency” of Sleepy Joe Biden, to leave the Country. She is now safely outside of Iran, and in good condition. The United States of America appreciates this gesture of Goodwill by Iran!

- US launches new round of Iran strikes, as Bahrain and Kuwait come under attack

- CENTCOM began a new wave of attacks against targets in Iran. The US is striking military targets used against vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz

- JD Vance accused Israel of funding influence campaigns to derail US-Iran negotiations and smear supporters of the deal through media outlets such as Time magazine: “When I open up the pages of Time magazine and see that there’s a literal foreign influence campaign being funded to tank the very deal that I was pursuing, and many of the people receiving that money were attacking me in completely dishonest ways, my response is: Go to ,,,,

 -Reporter: Is Iran being given a deadline before it starts bombing bridges?

 Trump: I don't like setting deadlines, but they know very well – it's in their best interest to behave well.

- IDF eliminated 3 Hezbollah terrorists in South Lebanon

- Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament and head of the Iranian negotiating team, prepares the Iranian public for the possibility of war: “We must always be ready for war and stand to the last drop of blood for the security of the state and our national interests. We have never sought war, and we do not seek it today, but we must always be prepared for conflict. At the same time, the tools of diplomacy and negotiation must also be used to promote and establish national interests.”

- President Trump announced that Iran contacted him earlier expressing a desire to negotiate a deal. Iran denies.

- Trump on Fox News: "Netanyahu is amazing as Prime Minister during wartime. Our relationship is great despite some differences of opinion here and there. Without me, Israel would be destroyed, and you can ask him"

- CENTCOM has launched another wave of strikes on Iran, after a 7-hour continuous strike last night.

- Report on the Emirati website Aram News from political sources in Lebanon: Hezbollah is preparing a plan for military escalation against Israel, which includes intensive attacks on cities in the north. It is claimed that the terrorist organization is waiting for the green light from Tehran to begin the attack, and has already begun to strengthen its forward positions north of the Litani River

- Senior advisor to the Iranian regime, Marandi: “For weeks, the Trump regime has been secretly planning heavy airstrikes and a land invasion with backing from Arab dictatorships. Iran, meanwhile, has quietly prepared for a major confrontation. If Trump launches this assault, those Persian Gulf Arab regimes won't survive.”

- A senior US official: The talks among the US, Israel, and Lebanon concluded after two days of intensive, positive discussions in Rome. We agreed on the framework and guidelines for a pilot regional process, which will be completed and implemented in the coming days. We will now move on to expanded technical discussions, which will focus on implementing all aspects of the framework agreement aimed at reaching a comprehensive agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

- President Trump held a meeting last night in the White House Situation Room to discuss plans for new strikes against Iran, which will be broader in scope than the bombings currently being carried out in the Strait of Hormuz, according to three sources familiar with the details. The meeting was also attended by senior members of Trump's national security team, including VP Vance, SOS Rubio, SOW Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, Steve Witkoff, and other senior officials - Axios

That was quick after a 20 hour pause the arrests have resumed.

 In a dramatic intervention, the High Court of Justice freezes the implementation of a law passed by the Knesset yesterday banning the arrest of ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students as  draft dodgers.

In response to petitions against the law, the court orders that a hearing on the legislation be held as soon as possible and issues a temporary order preventing the law from coming into effect pending a further decision.

Justice Ofer Grosskopf, who issues the temporary order, also issues an interim order demanding the government explain why the law should not be struck down, based on previous High Court rulings on the issue and the arguments of petitioners, which he says, have “significant weight.”

Several petitions were filed against the law immediately after its passage, arguing that the legislation was discriminatory since it bans arrests for ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students who have failed to obey conscription orders while allowing arrests for non charedi draft-dodgers to continue.

The law — part of a last-minute legislative blitz by the government that addresses, among other things, Haredi demands to ensure blanket draft exemptions for yeshiva students — grants tens of thousands of  yeshiva students immunity from arrest until late January 2027, and extends that protection to those who become eligible for military service after it takes effect, effectively eliminating the threat of arrest and making it easier to refuse to enlist during that period. It also suspends ongoing criminal proceedings against those already facing enforcement measures.

On Monday, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir called the proposal “inconceivable,” saying it was “clearly and unequivocally inconsistent with the IDF’s needs” and amounted to “providing mass exemptions from prosecution.”

Some 72,000 ultra-Orthodox men aged 18 to 24 are currently believed to be eligible for military service, but have not enlisted. The IDF has said repeatedly in recent months that it urgently needs 12,000 new recruits amid the ongoing multifront conflict. The law has drawn fierce opposition from reservists, Knesset legal advisers and much of the public.

 Today the U. S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act by a wide majority. Agudath Israel of America and its constituents understand the popular desire to “lock the clock.” We are concerned, however, that by choosing permanent daylight saving time (DST) for the entire country it will put children at risk and affect our religious practices.

Permanent DST would mean sunrises after 9 am in some parts of the country for weeks in the winter thereby causing many of America’s schoolchildren to head for school – by foot, by bicycle, or by bus – in the pre-sunrise darkness and putting them at increased risk.

For the Orthodox Jewish community, an unintended, yet compelling, consequence of such legislation is the effect it will have on our fundamental religious practices. In Jewish law, morning prayers, and the rituals associated with them, must be recited no earlier than at specified times. The later sunrise occurs; the later synagogue services must begin. The extension of DST will create an extreme hardship on observant Jews. It would be extraordinarily difficult – if not impossible – to arrive on time for a job and will effect the start time of our schools.

The last time this happened in the 1970’s the popularity of the measure dropped dramatically once Americans experienced one dark winter and Congress had to reverse itself within a year.

We are hopeful that the Senate will consider all of the effects of DST and compare them to the effects of permanent standard time or maintaining the status quo before rushing into this major change.

 יעלה ויבוא 

- Yeshiva Emek HaTorah R"Y Rav Weinberger shlita annual Dinner at Lake Terrace hall 

Weather 74° Clear skies. Hazy.

- The late sunrises in the winter are a big concern of opponents and they point to the fact that Congress already tried this once and people didn't like it. 

Erev Rosh Chodesh Menachem Av 5786

Reminder 9 days begins tonight 

Shkiah 8:25 pm

Yom Kippur koton Erev Rosh Chodesh Av

Weather 95° Plentiful sunshine. Hot

Tomorrow Rosh Chodesh Av 101° mainly sunny. Near record high temperatures

 Dangerous heat, humidity to make it feel like 100+ degrees Wednesday.

The National Weather Service said residents should prepare for “highs in the upper 90s to near 100 degrees and maximum heat indices between 100-109 degrees for most of the area,”

Extreme heat warnings have been issued for eight counties from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, while the rest of the state is under heat advisories.

Final Day for boys learning programs before camp begins

Today 29 Tamuz is the 921st Yartzeit of רש"י

- Agudath Israel of America Rabbi AD Motzen:  While the House passed a bill today to make daylight saving time permanent we are hopeful that the Senate will have a robust discussion on the merits and consider our serious concerns of cold dark winter mornings on child safety and the effect of DST on our religious practices.

- Giyus: Charedi leaders are reportedly preparing for the possibility that Israel's courts could invalidate the newly passed law freezing the arrest of yeshiva Bochurim for draft evaders. As a backup plan, they have advanced a proposal to ask President Isaac Herzog to intervene and help halt the arrests of draft evaders if the law is overturned.

- Avigdor Lieberman in the Knesset: "Who would have believed it would be easier to enlist Mahmoud Ahmadinejad than the Charedim?"

- President Trump meets with 5 Holocaust survivors heimishe bubbies in the Oval Office some from Boro Park.

- Jackson Township, New Jersey has abruptly cancelled their Council meeting scheduled for tonight after municipal officials were notified of a "potential safety concern involving the meeting location." Township officials say they are working with the State Fire Marshal’s Office and are awaiting further guidance, but have not offered additional information.(Onejersey)

- House votes 308-117 to make daylight saving time permanent, sending the bill to the Senate. 

- The US House has passed HR 193, a bill to make Daylight Savings Time permanent. The bill now heads to the Senate where it has an uncertain future. If permanent daylight saving time is enacted, summers would remain the same as they are now, though there would be later sunrises and sunsets. However, winter netz and shkiah would drastically change.

 In New York, the latest Netz /sunrise when daylight saving time ends in the fall is 7:20 a.m., and the earliest Shkiah/sunset is 4:28 p.m. But with permanent daylight saving time, the latest Netz/sunrise in NYC would be 8:20 a.m., and the earliest Shkiah/sunset would be 5:28 p.m. NY and NJ have to opt in if the federal law is voted on 

- Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Delivers First Shiur After Two-Month Absence After a two-month absence due to health issues, Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik shlita delivered his first shiur this week. Doctors have permitted the Rosh Yeshiva to resume giving limited shiurim, though he remains unable to leave his home. To accommodate the limited space, the shiur on the current sugya was delivered only to the yeshiva's bochurim, while the yungeleit were not in attendance. The resumption of the shiur was welcomed with great joy by his talmidim.(Bechatzros)

- A senior White House official tells Barak Ravid that "at this point" there is no Netanyahu visit on President Trump's schedule next week. Kann had reported that Netanyahu plans to fly to the U.S. in the coming days and stay in Washington early next week.

- U.S. House advances the SAVE America Act bundling Voter ID, proof of citizenship, and ending the seasonal clock change into must-pass national security funding. Passed 215-211.

- President Trump teases his "very big announcement" that's set to be made to the nation on Thursday night. "It's really big news. It's really, really big news. And our country has to shape up. But that's what we're going to be talking about Thursday... it doesn't get bigger, because without free and fair elections, you don't have a country."

- Lindsey Graham's sister Darline Graham Nordone has officially been SWORN IN as interim US Senator of South Carolina 

- Infectious disease doctor advises avoiding fresh produce even if washed as the explosive diarrhea outbreak spreads rapidly throughout the U.S.

- Knesset Passes Bill Freezing Arrests of Yeshiva Bochurim and youngeleit

The Knesset voted 58-54 to approve a coalition-backed law temporarily halting the arrest and prosecution of ultra-Orthodox men who are considered as evading military service.

The law grants tens of thousands of Yeshiva students immunity from arrest until November 30, extends that protection to newly eligible recruits, and suspends ongoing criminal proceedings, effectively removing the threat of arrest and significantly reducing Charedi enlistment during that period.

 Yesh Atid and Yisrael Beytenu parties both petition the High Court of Justice against a law banning arrests and prosecution of Haredi draft dodgers, effectively freezing most Haredi enlistment, moments after it passed in the Knesset, accusing the coalition of advancing “mass Haredi draft evasion” while “trampling the principle of equality in bearing the burden.”

- With the reopening of the BMG Lakewood freezer on Motzaei Shivah Asar B'Tammuz, baruch Hashem, numerous engagements have been announced over the past several days mazel Tov to all 

-BDE: Petirah of Rav Mordechai Beck, zt"l, Rosh Yeshivas Tiferes Moshe and and Kehal Segulas Yisroel in Monsey. He was 80 years old and collapsed from a heart attack this morning on his way to yeshiva. Leaving thousands of his talmidim in mourning. Levaya will take place in Monsey today at 5:30 pm at his Yeshiva on College Road corner Dolson Road. Kevurah in Monroe Satmar bais olam

Update Rav Modche Beck levaya will be at 5:30. He lived in Lakewood in the early 70's and was a talmid of Reb Schneur Zatzal in addition to being a talmid of Brisk.

- BDE: Petirah of Mrs, Rochel Lichtenstein A"H wife of Rav Shmuel ZTL who was a Rav in Flatbush. Sons, Rav Simcha of Lakewood R' Dovid Monsey R' Yehoshua, R' Simcha and daughters Mrs, Norman, Kleinman, Rubin, Berkowitz.

Levaya in Lakewood at the chapel off 7th st 4pm with kevura at the adjacent bais olam. Shiva in Lakewood at 300 Carey st.

- JSOR 2026 Summer Kosher guide is now available Here .

- Lakewood independence day fireworks and drone show scheduled for this Thursday night 8:45pm at the  Lake. So far no rain in the forecast 

- ICE agents have been directed to largely suspend vehicle stops until further notice following recent deadly shootings in Maine and Texas. CNN

- Giyus: The Eidah HaChareidis is organizing what is expected to be a massive protest on Wednesday, Rosh Chodesh Menachem Av, outside the Tel HaShomer military draft office, following a public call by the Badatz.

Thousands of participants from Yerushalayim and other chareidi communities are expected to attend in protest of efforts to draft bnei yeshivah into the IDF. Members of the Badatz are expected to lead the demonstration and address the crowd.

- NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill A Heat Advisory and Extreme Heat Warning have been issued across New Jersey beginning Wednesday, with high temperatures expected to persist through Friday. Check in on your neighbors, keep your pets indoors, and stay hydrated. Visit http://nj.gov/heat for heat safety and resources.

-A bipartisan Bill Would Make Standard Time Permanent Nationwide. A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced the "Sunshine for Our Kids Act of 2026," which would make standard time permanent across the U.S., ending the twice-yearly clock changes. Supporters say permanent standard time would improve children's health, safety, and sleep, while the House is also considering a separate bill to make daylight saving time permanent instead. 

-If you dont like an early shkiah on shabbos in the winter Congress may finally have good news. A Trump-backed bill that would allow states to keep Daylight Saving Time year-round is moving closer to a full House vote after advancing out of the House Rules Committee.

President Trump celebrated the move, calling the twice-a-year clock change a "ridiculous" ritual and urging Congress to pass the measure

If the house bill is enacted, it  could significantly affect the frum Orthodox community. In some areas, netz would occur after 8:00 a.m. for roughly two months, making davening vasikin far more difficult while many children would be traveling to school before sunrise. An advantage would be a later shkiah on Friday in the winter.

So far, frum organizations have largely remained silent on the proposed legislation.

- The Wandering Que Kosher BBQ smokehouse in Englewood, NJ will close their doors for the final time after 20 years 

- A 33-year-old Canadian  woman was arrested after allegedly slapping a teenage girl wearing clothing with the words “Trump” and “ICE” on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach.

- Ponovezh Yeshiva finalized admissions for next year’s Shiur Alef, accepting 477 bochurim out of nearly 650 applicants.

- Knesset Legal Adviser Sagit Afik said MKs with children or grandchildren who would directly benefit from the proposed law freezing the arrest of ultra-Orthodox draft evaders must disclose a potential conflict of interest before participating in today's debate or vote.

The bill would suspend arrests and legal proceedings against draft evaders until November 30. Afik clarified that affected MKs may still vote after making the required disclosure.

- Giyus: The Gerer Rebbe reportedly warned that if a Ger chassid arrested for draft evasion was not released, tens of thousands of Ger chassidim would stage a major protest outside Military Prison 10. The bochur was later released after a medical issue was raised.

- New Jersey Ranks No. 3 for Fatal Road Rage Crashes A new LendingTree study found New Jersey ranks third in the nation for the highest share of fatal crashes involving aggressive or careless driving. Of the state's 638 fatal crashes in 2024, 288 (45.1%) were linked to road rage or reckless driving. The report also found New Jersey had the nation's highest accident rate, with 31.5 crashes per 1,000 drivers.

- Jackson Traffic Alert: Bethel Church Road Construction Begins July 20

Motorists in Jackson Township should expect traffic delays starting July 20 as sidewalk and pedestrian safety improvements begin on Bethel Church Road between South New Prospect Road and the Howell Township border. The project is expected to last 6 to 8 weeks, with alternating traffic and an eastbound detour in place during construction.

- Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism following claims that New York City lost more than $10 billion in tax revenue as wealthy residents continue leaving the state. Critics argue his policies could accelerate the exodus of high-income taxpayers, pointing to reports that New York lost roughly $11 billion in taxable wealth in a single year, while Florida gained about $21 billion through interstate migration.

- CDC is investigating a Cyclospora outbreak in 31 states, with 800 confirmed cases and 86 hospitalizations. The parasite causes severe, often prolonged watery diarrhea. The illness is believed to be linked to contaminated fresh produce, though the source has not yet been confirmed.

- Around 20 FBI Agents along with Capitol Police were spotted at Senator Lindsay Graham’s residence earlier. The federal agents were seen entering his home and around the perimeter.

Law enforcement sources say federal agents are investigating the Senator’s sudden death out of an abundance of caution, as no new evidence has emerged indicating foul play

Minyanim: Mincha/Yom Kippur Koton ער"ח אב תשפ"ו Lakewood Tuesday, July 14, 2025 / כ״ט תמוז תשפ"ו

Please post additional minyanim or corrections in the comments section.

- See more zmanim HERE 

- Satmar Forest ave 1:40, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 7:30

- Lutzk 1:45, 3pm, 4pm, 5,pm. 6. pm, 7pm in the Simcha hall

- Kahanow shul 185 Miller rd 1:05

- Ishay Yisrael 1:10 pm 110 Miller Rd

- Babad Toms River 1:15 pm and 6:15 pm 

- Zichron Shneur Oak Knoll 1:35

- Chayei Yisroel 11 Gudz 1:30

- Meor Chaim R Herzka shul 1:10 pm

- Lev Avos 1:30

- Chasam Sofer Ridge 1:30 pm 

- Kol Shimshon 1:45 and 7:00 pm in the Otzar

- Mordy's Shteibel 1:30 pm

- Central court shul 1:15 and 4:00 pm upstairs

-Viyalipol 1142 E County Line 1:35 pm

- Somerset walk- Mincha Yom Kippur Katan 1:35 and 7:00 pm

-Lakewood Commons Yom Kippur Katon Mincha 1:35

-Hearthstone Tiferes Shmuel 1:15 (941 Princewood Ave)

- B"M Westgate 1:40 & 7:30 pm

- Sterling Forest 1:30

- Kol Arye 1:30 pm in B"M

- Prospect Square 1:30 or 6:30 317 Blanch

-Williams street shul 1:40 Ezras Nashim open

- Old Shul 1:40

- BMG Maariv B"M 1:45 pm 

-Alumni B'M 1:45 pm

- Arlington 1:45 and 7:00 pm

- Bais Shabsi Pawnee rd 1:45

- Prospect Heights 1:45 pm

-B"M Kelmwoods westgate 2:45 pm (Ezras Nashim open)

- Kollel Choshen Mishpat 625 forest 3:00 pm

- Chateau Park Sefard 6:30 pm

- Breslov 423 6th street 7:25 pm

- Babad 1767 Whitesville Toms River 6:20

- Breslov 944 E County Line 7:35 pm

- Hampshire Heights 6:15

-Hearthstone 911 Heartstone 6:15

- Lakewood Residence courtyard shul 7:40 pm 1st between forest and madison-direct entrance to shul 45 minutes before shkia (ezras nashim too)

- Oak and vine 74 Broadway 7:40

Sanz Klausenberg Oak and Vine 8:30

- Trump holds Situation Room meeting with top officials to discuss a “massive” new offensive in Iran. Axios reports 

- CENTCOM states U.S. forces have finished a seven-hour wave of strikes against dozens of Iranian military sites. These targets, located near the Strait of Hormuz and along the country’s coast, included missile and drone facilities, naval assets, and coastal defense systems. The operation followed hours after the U.S. reinstated its naval blockade affecting vessels traveling to and from Iranian ports

- Report: Iran's drones in Kuwait struck a compound housing Halliburton and the U.S. military's biggest Kuwaiti supplier...The drone strikes reportedly hit Halliburton, the American oil services and logistics giant with U.S. government contracts, at the Mina Abdullah compoun.

-Trump on the Iranian leadership: "I knew the 1st group...no longer with us.""Knew the 2nd group...no longer with us.""3rd group...they're stopping a deal.""You'd better make a deal, or you're not gonna have anybody left."

- Iran fires missiles at Jordan 

- Trump refuses to rule out ground war on Iran

- Trump  interview: “Ultimately, we'll hit energy targets in Iran. Next week comes the bridges. We're going to knock out all of their power plants. We'll knock out all of their bridges unless they get to the table and negotiate” : "We already hit Kharg Island as you know twice... as far as taking it is concerned, if we degrade them far enough and deep enough back, I would do that."

- Trump interview: The Strait of Hormuz: "It's open if people want to go through it. We're not opening it for Iran. That's the only one it's closed for... Now, a lot of things have happened in the last few months—pipelines are being built. We're coming up with great alternatives, including Texas, including Alaska."

- The US Naval blockade on Iran has officially started as of 4 PM ET. U.S. forces resumed the naval blockade against vessels transiting to and from Iranian ports and coastal areas today at 4 p.m. ET. There are currently more than 20 U.S. Navy warships and hundreds of military aircraft operating across the Middle East. American forces remain vigilant, lethal, and ready.

- US official to ABC News: The US is attacking Iran at this hour. The attacks have been ongoing for several hours.

- President Trump tells Israel to withdraw its forces from Lebanon and Syria, Axios reports. Netanyahu refused.

- Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for the National Security Committee in the Iranian Parliament: "The memorandum of understanding" no longer exists - This is because the United States has officially started a war and violated the terms of the agreement."

- Trump on Iran: “You know, we had a deal two days ago. It was done. And then all of a sudden, they couldn't do it. They didn't like something about the deal. They couldn't do it. And they shot first. And that was a big mistake that they shot first because we have been knocking the hell out of them. They're very difficult people. 47 years, we put up with it”

- Senior US Central Command officials have voiced frustration to the IDF and Israel’s defense establishment after Transportation Minister Miri Regev ordered a temporary halt to additional US aerial refueling aircraft landing at Ben Gurion Airport, the Ynet news site reports. US officials argue that the decision undermines the operational needs of American forces amid rising tensions with Iran, stressing that the tankers are a critical component of Washington’s regional deterrence and defense posture.

- Trump:".The days of Iran killing hundreds of thousands of people, including 52,000 protestors, are OVER and, most importantly, IRAN WILL NEVER HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON!"

- Trump: "Oil is flowing like never before, thanks to the awesome Power of the United States Military. A special salute to Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Dan Caine, and Commander of the United States Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper. Because of them, and all members of the Most Powerful Military anywhere in the World, BY FAR, the Strait of Hormuz is open to ALL Ship traffic except for Iran — and that is because of their lying, violent, malicious leadership, which is taking them down the path of TOTAL DESTRUCTION. We will therefore have a FULL Blockade, but only on Ships coming to and from Iranian ports, or carrying anything have to do with Iranian cargo. Based on highly productive conversations with Middle East leadership, I have decided to replace the 20% United States Reimbursement Fee with Trade and Investment Deals that the various Gulf States will be making into the United States. Those Investments will be MASSIVE but, at the same time, extraordinarily good for them, and their future. As everyone is aware, we have the largest Dollar Investment into the United States, of any Country in History, but these new Investments will make that Number even larger, and we will see Factories, Plants, and Equipment pour into the United States at Historic levels, which will create additional millions of High Paying AMERICAN Jobs! America is WINNING again, winning like never before. The days of Iran killing hundreds of thousands of people, including 52,000 protestors, are OVER and, most importantly, IRAN WILL NEVER HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP"

- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns Tehran that Israel will respond overwhelmingly to a strike on its territory.“We are prepared for every scenario,” “I have one message for Iran’s leaders: Do not count on there being calm if you attack us, Do not expect a repeat of what happened before, because there will be no repeat. The previous response was powerful enough, but any further attempt to harm us will be met with a different response far more powerful.”

- Kuwait said it is intercepting projectiles over its airspace, after Iran ramped up strikes on the Gulf in recent days, as tensions rise with the United States and its allies over the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.

- Iran announces: The railway bridge that was attacked just a few days ago, on July 9, has been successfully restored and freight trains have begun to pass over it. As a reminder, the bridge serves as a key link in the cargo route from China and Russia to Iran.

- Iran Revolutionary Guards claim that a US Patriot radar and other US Navy assets

 - A senior official in Tehran tells CNN that Iran will respond forcefully if Trump carries out his threats and attacks Pickaxe Mountain. He says the price will be US soldiers and their partners in the region

- Senior Iranian official to IRNA news agency: Four areas in Bushehr city hit by US strikes. 

 - “Blood for blood, an eye for an eye": The new billboard placed in Tehran's Palestine Square with a threat in Hebrew דם תחת דם עין תחת עין.

- Amid escalation with Iran, US freezes removal of refueling tankers from Ben Gurion Airport, threatening flight cancellations for tens of thousands of passengers during the peak July travel month, according to the Israel Airports Authority. TheAuthority warns that unless additional US aircraft will continue to be removed from  Ben Gurion, as many as 50,000 flights might be canceled.

- Iranian Army Spokesperson: "The Strait of Hormuz will not be opened through war, terror, and aggression from the USA. Respecting the rights of the Iranian people is the only way to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. We are committed to avenging the blood of the victims, especially the blood of the leader.

- Reports: 7 terrorists killed in IDF strike on Hamas police station in northern Gaza.

- A Norwegian tanker was hit by an explosion caused by an unidentified device off the Omani coast in the early hours of the morning, a crisis response company said.

 Weather: Tonight 65° Clear skies. tomorrow 96° Sunny. Very hot.

- Yeshiva Bais Yosef R"Y Rav Yankel Nekritz Shlita annual paerlor meeting at 35 Glen Ave N Lakewood 

- Yeshiva Heichal hTalmud R"Y Rav Moshe Weiss shlita, annual parlor meeting at the Emporio Show room 6601 Rt 9 Howell Guest speaker Rav Nosson Muller from Chicago

- Montreal community Kollel Lakewood parlor meeting 1293 Shafto avenue 7:30 pm 

- Many Vorts B"H as BMG freezer opens

Tomorrow erev Rosh Chodesh Menachem Av

 Weather: 85° A good deal of sunshine.

 Extreme heat watch, advisories issued for 9 counties with highs near 100 in forecast for Wednesday and Thursday 

 reminder the 9 days begin tomorrow night Rosh Chodesh Av

Today, 28 Tamuz is the 14th yahrzeit of  Rav Yosef Shalom Elyashiv zt"l.

- Trump: ABC Fake News and its shaky anchor, David Muir, said that the Reflecting Pool was drained to address Peeling Paint (there is no paint, it was slashed with a knife, or box cutter, high grade colored waterproofing liner - it was VANDALISM!) and Algae Blooms (also caused by Vandals, but removed long ago!). In other words, the story was FAKE NEWS, but heavily slanted away from the real cause of the problem, Vandalism. It will be fixed soon, and better than ever. 60 monuments and fountains have been cleaned and fully renovated in D.C., and crime is at record lows! Washington has never looked better, or been safer! President DJT

- The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote this week on a bill making Daylight Saving Time permanent, after clearing the House Rules Committee this evening.

If enacted, sunrise in New Jersey would take place after 8am for approximately 67 days in the winter, with the least occurring at 8:19.

The bill will also need to pass the Senate before it can reach President Trump's desk. (Shlomoschorr)

- Lindsey Graham's sister Darline Graham Nordone officially named interim US Senator from South Carolina after her brother's passing

- NJ Assembly GOP: NJ's data broker bill was introduced and passed in two days.

Within hours of being signed, campaigns on both sides panicked. The law threatened to shut down companies that sell voter data critical to how modern campaigns operate.

The administration issued emergency guidance Friday delaying enforcement. The Legislature may need to fix a law it never properly read. L.

- Trump will be addressing the nation on Thursday at 9 PM.

- The Knesset plenum approved Basic Law by a vote of 63-52  the law states that “Torah study is a fundamental value in the heritage of the Jewish people and the State of Israel.

As expected: The Movement for Quality Government will petition against the law. 

- JCP&L says it has completed power restoration following the severe Fourth of July weekend storms that knocked out service to more than 400,000 customers. The utility said approximately 5,700 workers participated in the recovery effort, replacing more than 500 utility poles, 600 transformers, and nearly 31 miles of wire. JCP&L added that it plans to invest $6.8 billion over the next five years to strengthen the electric grid and improve reliability during future storms.

- A decision by the Bnei Brak Municipality: Separate sidewalks for men and women will be designated along sections of King Solomon Street and Ezra Street near simcha event halls. Acting on the instructions of local rabbonim, the municipality will actively enforce the separation. Municipal officials say more streets could follow (channel 13)

- Community wide boys learning programs continue in local shuls  as boys camps begin this week

- Several Lakewood-area fleishig restaurants will be offering special pareve menus during the Nine Days, 

- With the new school year approaching, several Lakewood girls schools have yet to announce their official start dates, while some have scheduled the first day of classes for Wed Sept. 2. This year's calendar gives students just over a week of classes before Rosh Hashanah begins on Sept. 11

- Lakewood Township will host U.S. Customs and Border Protection Global Entry interviews on Tuesday, Aug. 18, marking the first time the interviews have been offered in Ocean County. A limited number of interview slots will be available through a lottery for Lakewood residents who receive conditional Global Entry approval by July 31. Selected applicants will complete their in-person interviews at the Lakewood Municipal Building. To apply for the “Global Entry Lottery,” please email [email protected] and provide the following information, in full, for each applicant: - Name - Address - Date of Birth - Email Address

- Global Entry conditional approval PASSID. (This can be found in your Global Entry Program account profile and/or email communication see more info HERE 

- Beth Medrash Govoha (BMG) is accepting applications for winter  Zman  5787. Bochurim interested in applying must submit their applications by Wednesday, July 15

- Nichum Aveilim: Shiva for Rav Yechiel Drillman ZT"L is at 29 Poinsetta Ct (Country Place) Lakewood. Shacheis 8 am , Mincha 1:45 pm, Maariv 9:30 pm 

- Giyus: Leading Sephardic rabbonim and roshei yeshiva have issued a strongly worded letter opposing legislation that would temporarily freeze the arrest of draft-age yeshiva students, warning that it would place the Torah world under unprecedented government oversight. They argued the bill would empower the state to monitor yeshivos, conduct surprise inspections, and require roshei yeshiva to report on student attendance, calling on the chareidi public to firmly oppose what they described as a dangerous threat to the independence of Torah institutions.

 - U.S. Capitol Police just arrested a man who was armed with a firearm at the North Barricade outside Congress.

- Giyus: The wife of Nehorai Ben David, a Bat Yam yungerman arrested after reporting to an IDF induction office to resolve his draft status, claims he was unexpectedly detained and is being mistreated in military prison. She alleges he has faced degrading treatment, limited family contact, and restrictions on tefillah, while the family has retained legal counsel as he serves a 20-day sentence. Israeli authorities had not issued an official response at the time of publication.

- Hours before his sudden death, Sen. Lindsey Graham reportedly told confidants he wasn't feeling well  a person urged the senator to seek medical attention immediately but he  planned to do so  after a scheduled television appearance. He reportedly joked, "I can't die now," citing unfinished work on Russia sanctions, Iran, and Israeli-Saudi normalization. He died several hours later at his Washington, D.C., home following what his office described as a brief and sudden illness.

- Giyus: IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has sharply criticized proposed legislation that would effectively freeze the enlistment of most yeshiva students for seven months, calling it incompatible with the military's operational needs. In a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Israel Katz, and committee chairman Boaz Bismuth, Zamir warned that having IDF officers approve exemptions from arrest for draft evasion would undermine trust in the military, deepen inequality, and create a rift with soldiers who have carried the burden of the war over the past two-and-a-half years.

- One of Yerushalayim's most well-known shuls, Zichron Moshe, is set to undergo a major renovation and expansion that will include a new network of shtieblach modeled after Bnei Brak's famous Itzkowitz shul. The multi-phase project will upgrade the main bais medrash, expand existing shtieblach, improve restroom facilities, add an internal staircase connecting the lower and upper levels, and modernize the building to better accommodate the thousands of mispallelim who use the shul each week. Construction is expected to begin in the coming days.

- Trump: I recommended, to Governor Henry McMaster, Lindsey Graham’s wonderful sister, Darline, to serve as interim Senator from the Great State of South Carolina. This would be a fabulous tribute to Lindsey, who loved her dearly! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- New Jersey's new e-bike regulations, which take effect July 19, are already drawing criticism from bicycle shop owners who say the rules are hurting business. The law requires riders to be at least 15 years old, obtain an e-bike or driver's license, register all e-bikes, and insure motorized bicycles. Some retailers say sales have dropped sharply, with customers reconsidering purchases because of the new requirements. NJ12

- New Jersey ranks third in the nation for fatal crashes involving aggressive or careless driving, according to a new LendingTree analysis of 2024 federal crash data. Nearly 45% of the state's 638 fatal crashes were linked to road rage or aggressive driving, while New Jersey also recorded the nation's highest accident rate at 31.5 crashes per 1,000 drivers. The report cited the state's dense traffic and heavy commuter volume as key factors contributing to unsafe driving behavior.

- In honor of Senator Lindsey Graham, a big supporter, the U.S. Senate should pass the Clarity Act. China, and many other countries, would like to take complete and total control of this major financial “happening,” as well as A.I., where we are now leading, but where they are fighting hard. Don’t let China win on either subject!!! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- A former Manchester Township school superintendent will receive more than $500,000 through two settlements resolving his discrimination lawsuit over his termination He claimed he was fired because of his toeva lifestyle while the school district maintained he was dismissed for failing to disclose a prior DUI conviction on his job application.

- A proposal for a warehouse for plastic bottle and container manufacturing on Fairfield Road, in Howell will be continued tonight Monday, July 13.

-A lucky New Jersey Lottery player has won a $1,332,203 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot after purchasing the winning ticket at Country Farms on Route 70 West near Whitesville Road in Toms River/Lakewood border. The ticket matched all five winning numbers in Thursday night's drawing.

At the kever of Rav Elyashiv today on his yertzeit

Lindsay Graham on a visit to Lakewood with the R"Y Rav Yisroel Neuman and Dr.Rich Roberts photo credit (Meturgaman on x)

- IRGC: A few hours ago, the US military, which did not learn from its repeated mistakes, attempted to escort a vessel through an illegal route. Two tankers, misled by the US, turned off their navigation systems and ignored repeated warnings from the security control center in the Strait of Hormuz. Thus, they endangered the shipping route and preferred to pass through a mined route. The tankers were hit and disabled.

- President Trump has formally notified US Congress that the US is at war with Iran, per Politico.

- CENTCOM announced: We have begun a new wave of attacks in Iran. Explosions were reported in Kish Island and Bandar Abbas, located in southern Iran, according to local reports.

- Trump on Iran: “They wired differently, and we're not going to put up with it. We are just going forward, we're attacking them tonight, and we're taking out all of their capability for anything having to do with the strait, and I think in the end, we will end up just controlling the whole thing, and what they're doing is being very foolish. Very stupid, and they've treated people horribly, they've killed 52,000 protesters so far that we can determine."

- Trump on opening the Strait of Hormuz: “"I want to get reimbursed, because we're protecting a rich portion of the world...we are going to be reimbursed by the countries we're helping...Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and others. Kuwait, others. They will do very well. We think it's appropriate”

Trump: I didn't throw Bibi under the bus. He's doing a good job. Without both of us, there wouldn't be Israel. He's doing a wonderful job. Regarding the other candidates in the (Israeli) election: "I don't know them."

- Trump responded to a question about whether Israel would join the attacks: "I don't want to comment on that. 

We will strike them with great force tonight and tomorrow

- The American military says it will resume its naval blockade on Iran starting tomorrow late at night local time, on the orders of US President Donald Trump. In a statement, the US Central Command says its forces “will resume blockading maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on July 14 at 4 p.m. EST.

- Trump: US Naval blockade on Iran is back on. Trump: “The Hormuz Strait is OPEN, and will remain OPEN, with or without Iran. We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Iran’s ships or customers from entering or leaving. All other countries will have fair and open use of the Strait. The U.S.A. will be, from this point forward, known as “THE GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT,” but as such, and as a matter of FAIRNESS, will be reimbursed, at the rate of 20% on all cargo shipped, for any and all costs necessary to do the job of providing safety and security to this very volatile section of the World. The process and formation will begin immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP”

- President Trump issues a scathing warning to Iran following a broken military agreement, revealing that the U.S. hammered their equipment overnight and may permanently take over security operations in the Middle East. "Most of their equipment is gone. Their anti-aircraft gun, we hit them very hard last night." "Every time they send a drone, we hit them very hard." "But we had a deal... And then they broke it. They always break it... so we're just going to hit them very hard and we're going to keep the Strait and we'll probably run.”

- Trump on the Strait of Hormuz: “We're gonna guard it, and we're gonna get paid for guarding it, a lot of money. We want to be reimbursed for putting our people in danger. We had a deal — they always break it. We're just gonna hit them very hard. We'll probably run the Strait. We'll be the guardian angel. We should be reimbursed for that."

- Report: Ahmadinejad met Mossad chief under Israeli plan to install him as Iran leader

According to a New York Times investigation cited by multiple outlets, former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was secretly cultivated by Israel's Mossad for years as a potential intelligence asset and possible post-regime leader in Iran. The report claims former Mossad chief David Barnea met Ahmadinejad in Budapest in 2024, where the two held covert talks, and that Ahmadinejad had moderated his public rhetoric in recent years. The report also says Ahmadinejad is now under house arrest after Iranian authorities allegedly uncovered his contacts with Israel. The claims are based on unnamed U.S. and Iranian officials and have not been independently verified.

- According to Yemen's official news agency, a Saudi attack targeted runways at Sanaa International Airport Houthi military spokesman in Yemen: "In unjust and blatant aggression, the Saudi enemy attacked the international airport in Sana'a with several airstrikes, thus putting an end to efforts to prevent escalation. Therefore, it must bear the consequences of its acts of aggression; we emphasize that this aggression will not go unanswered"el

The reason for the Saudi attack on Sanaa is the landing of an Iranian plane in Yemen this morning, and a second Iranian plane that has already landed in Iran in the past week. Iran is arming the Houthis

- CENTCOM: US forces struck dozens of targets across Iran, including air defense systems, radar sites along the coast, missile capabilities, and unmanned aerial and maritime vehicles. The strikes were carried out using fighter jets, U.S. Navy vessels, and unmanned aerial and maritime vehicles.

Weather: 84° Plenty of sunshine

The 9 days begins Tuesday night

Heatwave for Wednesday temps 102° Very hot.

 Today 27 Tamuz is the 47th  yartzeit of Rav Shmuel Rozovski  Zatzal Rosh Yeshiva of Ponovezh. 

New upgraded playgrounds at Ocean county park.

- Republican US Senator Lindsey Graham died of a heart ailment caused by hardening of the arteries, his office says. A preliminary finding from the medical examiner of the District of Columbia says the cause of death was “aortic dissection,” Graham’s office says in an email.

Aortic dissection is a tear in the main artery that carries blood from the heart. The finding showed it was due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

- Former Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi Rav Dovid Lau is visiting the Sefardi communities of Deal, New Jersey today

- Oil prices open sharply higher after the United States launched a wave of attacks on Iran and as Tehran announced it would close the Strait of Hormuz. A barrel of international benchmark Brent crude for September delivery rose 3.75% to $78.86.

- Reserve blood supplies in the New Jersey region are at an “unprecedented” low after extreme weather - from heatwaves to flooding - caused donation appointments to be postponed or canceled, officials said.

The New Jersey Blood Services announced an urgent call for donors after appointments leading up to the Fourth of July weekend were canceled due to heatwaves, intense storms and power outages.

- Fox News host Mark Levin visited 770 today after putting on tefillin at the Ohel.

He toured and spent time interacting with the bochurim  in 770.

- Agudath Israel: We had the honor of working with Lindsey Graham on many issues over the years including The Taylor Force Act. He will be sorely missed."I'm not Orthodox, but I might as well be" Senator Graham at an Agudah

 Mission.

- Ben Shapiro asks Elon Musk to make Tesla Minivan for large families following the birth of his new baby: Hey, @elonmusk, we have a Tesla Model X but we can’t really fit both parents and five kids, and the new SUV only has six seats. On behalf of those who are doing our best to repopulate the West, any chance Tesla can make a minivan or SUV with 7 or 8 seats?

- Trump: “In honor of the remarkable life and achievements of Senator Lindsey Graham, a dear friend of mine, and a truly great man, who achieved so much for our Country, and his beloved Home State of South Carolina, I am ordering all American Flags throughout the United States lowered to Half Mast until Saturday evening at 6 P.M. GOD BLESS YOU LINDSEY! President DONALD J. TRUMP”

- Israel Knesset election to take place on October 27, with government set to complete full term first coalition to do so in 53 years.

- Director of the FBI Patel on Senator Graham: “The FBI is assisting local authorities and has made every necessary resource available

- More than 300 rabbonim from the Lakewood area spent a Shabbos of chizuk together with the Lakewood Roshei Yeshiva at a hotel in Connecticut, strengthening their shared commitment of  Harbotzas haTorah, and leading their Kehilos.

- Tefillos for a complete Refuah Shleima for Harav Daniel Parnes Shlit"a R"M in Yeshivas Novominsk  דניא׳ אליעזר בן חנה בריינדל who will be undergoing a serious heart procedure tomorrow Monday 7/13/26 -כ״ח תמוז

Atzeres tefilos will take place  tonight- 8:15 Tiferes Ish 324 E 7th St and -10:30 Bais Moshe (BMG) 1007 Clifton AveDownstairs.

- Tefilos for Yehoshua Ben rivka who is in critical condition

- Levaya of Rav Yechiel Drillman ZTL will take place in Edison Yeshiva tomorrow Sunday 11:30 am with Kevura in Lakewood 3pm

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- Giyus: The govt will vote on temporary legislation banning the arrests and prosecution of young ultra-Orthodox men evading IDF service. According to the text of the bill released by the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, the temporary order would suspend arrests, investigations and other enforcement measures against yeshiva students for 90 days, but in effect the ban would be valid for six months

- Trump says that he spoke to Sen. Lindsey Graham last night shortly before he died: 

“What makes it even stranger is that I got a call last night, sometime you know the early evening, maybe in the sevens, and he called and he said we’re all set for the Save America Act.“

“He said he’s a little tired.”

- NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill has launched SimpleFile, a free online tool that allows eligible New Jersey families to apply for the state's refundable Child Tax Credit in about 15 minutes. The program is intended for New Jersey residents who had a child age 5 or younger in 2025 and may not normally file a state tax return. Eligible families can currently receive up to $1,000 per qualifying child, with the maximum credit scheduled to increase to up to $1,250 under the FY2027 state budget.

- Israeli PM Netanyahu says Sen. Lindsey Graham "personified traditional American values" and was an "American patriot"

"He was unabashedly for America, and he was unabashedly against the enemies of America, and he spoke what he thought."

- Israeli Police in Ashdod mistakenly detained a Gur chasid while searching for another man. The  youngerman was restrained and suffered minor injuries before officers realized they had the wrong person and released him. Police acknowledged it was a case of mistaken identity and said the incident will be reviewed.

- Nearly 10 million square feet of office space has been removed from Northern and Central New Jersey over the past five years as obsolete buildings are demolished or converted to other uses. Aging office buildings are being replaced by residential communities, warehouses and other uses that better reflect current economic and demographic trends. Nearly half of the office space that has been redeveloped over the past 10 years has been converted into housing.

- According to recent study Jersey falls behind Massachusetts at number two, with Rhode Island topping the list as the state with the country’s worst roads that are hardest on vehicles. On the opposite end of the spectrum, Florida is the state with the friendliest road conditions, followed by Nevada and Georgia. 

At the Woodbourne shul today in the Catskills

- US launched a new wave of airstrip on Iranian targets tonight 

- Iran is threatening to launch attacks unless President Trump withdraws US forces from the region

- Iran warns: “The enemy will suffer unprecedented retaliatory strikes starting tonight if it continues its aggressive actions on our territory.” 

- The intelligence that Israel gave the US included an intercepted conversation from a senior Iranian regime official who, in relation to an assassination plot against Trump, said, "This is our chance now; this opportunity will not come again." The plot was supposed to take place in Turkey while Trump was at the NATO summit.  Israel Ch. 13

- Trump: We had meetings with them. They agreed to a deal yesterday. A perfect deal for us. No nuclear… They gave up everything, and then… within an hour, they launched a drone at a ship,“I said, ‘You people are sick, and so it’s one of those things.

- Iran launches several missiles at Kuwait.

- Trump to NBC: The Strait of Hormuz is open. We blew them apart last night

-  CENTCOM: The Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels and US military forces are “positioned and prepared Iran does not control the strait,”  “Traffic is flowing.”

- Iran doubles down on insisting that the Strait of Hormuz is again closed to shipping, blaming “illegal movements” by US forces, after US Central Command said that traffic through the waterway was “flowing” as normal.

“Due to the recent illegal movements of the United States military forces in the region, passage through the Strait of Hormuz is currently not possible,”

- Israeli airstrikes targeted the south of Gaza City today. IDFsays it was a Hamas .manufacturing weapons facility.

- Senior advisor to the Iranian regime, Marandi mocks Senator Lindsey Graham: “Too bad. I wanted him to see the oil market prices on Monday before going to hell

- Iran reports that Hamid-Reza Dehghan, an Iranian Navy air defense officer, was killed in US strikes last night

- IRGC claims to have destroyed Prince Hassan's command and control US base in 

- Report: IDF performed an airstrike in Lebanon in the  Nabatiyeh district.

Westher: 65° Clear to partly cloudy

Tomorrow 84° Mainly Sunny 

- Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after ‘brief and sudden illness,’ his office says

Trump posted:

"Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, is dead! He was always working, and was a true American Patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed!!! DETAILS AND ARRANGEMENTS TO FOLLOW. So sad!

President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Levaya of Rav Yechiel Drillman ZTL will take place in Edison Yeshiva tomorrow Sunday 11:30 am with Kevura in Lakewood. 

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- Today July 11 was free slurpee day at participating 7-11 stores. Local Lakewood branch didn't give for those who came motzei shabbos as they ran out early.

- Rav Yitzchak Yosef shlita, former Sefardi Chief Rabbi, at his hiur Motzoei Shabbos said there's no chance that PM Netanyahu will do teshuva but that National Union head Gadi Eizenkot might do so.

-Trump: I was able to cut a MUCH BETTER DEAL for America, and by so doing, will be allowing the new and spectacular Gordie Howe International Bridge, spanning Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, to open on July 27th, as scheduled. The original deal made was unacceptable to me! The new deal is great, and fair. Thank you and congratulations to the Canadian Government. May we both have many years of success with this wonderful new development!!! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Fake news on social media about ICE  arrested 20 people in Lakewood,Nj over shabbos all were living in one house.

- House to vote next week on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. This would mean no more changing the clock

US strikes Iran again after IRGC attacked ship in Hormuz and declared strait closed until further notice

- CENTCIM: We struck 140 targets tonight in response to missile fire against the ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Last week, 80-90 targets were attacked per night

- Iranian military spokesman: In response to the continued US aggression against areas in the south of the country, the Iranian military attacked, using drones, the Patriot air defense system, an ammunition depot and a radar site of the US military in Kuwait. In a wave, a communication system and a radar site of the US military in Bahrain were attacked

- The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps have officially announced that they are closing the Strait of Hormuz "until further notice". They also said that earlier today they targeted a vessel that was operating in "violation of our instructions".

- Senior American official: The IRGC fired a missile at a commercial ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz earlier today and the ship was struck. In addition, the US military is currently striking Iranian targets in the area in response to the targeting of the ship.

- US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on the ongoing US strikes against Iranian targets, "Iran made a poor choice. Now they pay."

-Trump last night: 1000 Missiles are Locked and Loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, with thousands of more to immediately follow, should the Iranian Government act on its threat, pronounced in many corners of the Globe, to assassinate, or attempt to assassinate, the sitting President of the United States of America, in this case, ME! Orders have already been given, and the U.S. Military is ready, willing, and able, for a one year period of time, subject to extension, to completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran - PRAISE BE TO ALLAH! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman: Iran will not allow inspections of nuclear facilities that were damaged in attacks by the United States and Israel, and Resolution 2231 of the UN Security Council has effectively lost its legal validity. We did not request to resume negotiations with the United States, as the Americans claim. We agreed to allow a visit by the mediators to Tehran.

- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei issued a written statement today, vowing revenge for his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death in U.S.-Israeli strikes.  "We pledge to avenge the blood of the martyred leader and all the martyrs of these two wars from the criminal and disgraced killers. Vengeance is the demand of the nation and must certainly take place... This matter depends neither on my personal existence nor on that of other officials."

- US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee in an interview to Fox News: Israel shared information this week with the US regarding a specific intention to harm President Trump. This contradicts statements made by Trump last night, in which he stated that Israel had not provided any new information.

יחדשהו הקב״ה עלינו ועל כל עמו בית ישראל לחיים ולשלום, לששון ולשמחה, לישועה ולנחמה ונאמר אמן. שבת שלום,  חזק חזק ונתחזק

Friday, July 10, 2026 / כ״ה תמוז תשפ״ו ערב שבת פרשת מטות-מסעי מברכים חודש מנחם אב

Candle lighting 8:09 pm 

Shkiah/Sunset 8:27pm

Weather: Shabbos day 82° partly cloudy later in the day

Molad for Tamuz: Tuesday evening, 30 minutes and 17 chalakim after 7:00 pm

Rosh Chodesh Av is Wednesday 

מפטירין הפטרת פרשת מסעי מס׳ ירמיהו ״שמעו דבר ה׳ הפטרה השנייה מתלת דפורענותא

האדמו"ר בעל 'תפארת שלמה' מרדומסק אומר: השבתות של 'בין המצרים' - גדולים ועצומים במעלתם יותר מאשר שבתות השנה הרגילות הוא מסמיך לכך את הפִסקה מ'לכה דודי' בשינוי ניקוד קל: "רב לך שַׁבָּת בעמק הבכא"; השבת שחלה בתקופת בין המצרים, עמק הבכא - רבה ועצומה מכל השבתות

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Friday, July 10, 2026 / כ״ה תמוז תשפ״ו ערב שבת פרשת מטות-מסעי מברכים חודש מנחם אב

Candle lighting 8:09 pm 

Shkiah/Sunset 8:27pm

Weather: 89° Some clouds and possibly an isolated thunderstorm this afternoon. Chance of rain 30%.

Shabbos day 82° partly cloudy later in the day

Rosh Chodesh Av is Wednesday 

מולד חודש אב: דינסטאג פארנאכטס 30 מינוט מיט 17 חלקים נאך 7

- Most Yeshivos mesivta and Bais Medrash finish the zman. BMG continues thru Tisha B'Av

Learning Program begins today  for Thousands of Boys across Lakewood  area at participating neighborhood  shuls  for Summer Torah Learning 

- BDE: Petira  of Rav Yechiel Drillman Zt”l,  longtime 10th grade  Maggid Shiur at Edison Yeshiva. He lived in Lakewood  was 74 years old. Levaya detail TBA Motzei Shabbos 

- Admor M' Kaliv shlita will be spending Shabbos in Lakewood in the Brookhill area Tefillos and Tish at Khal Shemen Lmincha 4 Milano Drive 

- House to vote next week on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. This would mean no more  changing the clock 

A deadly pneumonia-causing bacteria has sickened 46 people in New York City as officials rush to inspect water towers.

- Assemblyman Alex Sauickie is urging the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to hold a public reliability hearing after more than 200,000 customers lost power over the July 4 weekend, with many left without electricity for days during extreme heat. Sauickie said New Jersey families, who already pay some of the nation's highest electric rates, deserve transparency, accountability, and a plan to prevent similar widespread outages in the future.

- Six NJ Medical Professionals Charged in $20 Million Medicare, Medicaid Fraud Scheme

Six New Jersey medical professionals and office staff have been federally charged for allegedly defrauding Medicare and Medicaid of more than $20 million through illegal kickbacks and medically unnecessary prescriptions. According to U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer, the scheme operated from October 2022 through November 2025. Five defendants have pleaded guilty, while one has pleaded not guilty.

- Many Rebbbes will spend Shabbos upstate NY in the Catskills 

- Tefilos for Rav Yosef Savitzky shlita R"Y of Torah Vodaas who was hospitilized while in Eretz Yisroel name is Yosef ben Basya 

-  Governor Mikie Sherrill: We are anticipating some scattered, potentially heavy, thunderstorms this afternoon with potential to produce damaging winds. Please drive with caution, avoid flooded areas, and stay alert for any weather warnings in your area.

- If you normally fill up at Wawa or QuickChek, it may pay to check prices at other stations. Several locations have increased prices by as much as 30 cents per gallon in just one day, while some nearby stations are still charging less. Recent reports also show New Jersey gas prices are climbing again after weeks of declines. The average gallon of gas in New Jersey is $3.89

- Shopify orders users to remove vapes from online stores immediately.

- Yerushalayim, there will be protests against Chilul Shabbos at a store on Agripas street that is open during shabbos. A outdoor kabolas shabbos is scheduled tonight and on Shabbos day there will be a March from the Zichron Moshe  Shul to the establishment.

- Giyus: The IDF will have a day of recruitment ro enlist scheduled for this Wednesday Rosh Chodesh Av. Counter hafganos are planned despite the event taking place in the 9 days.

- The Republican National Committee, New Jersey Republican Party, and congressional candidate Michael McGuire have sued New Jersey over a law allowing some U.S. citizens who have never lived in the state to vote in federal elections through a qualifying relative.

The lawsuit argues the law violates the New Jersey Constitution's 30-day residency requirement for voters.

- Trump: I will not sign the Housing Bill, which has been fully approved by Congress and sent to the White House, in PROTEST over the fact that the United States Senate is not capable of passing THE SAVE AMERICA ACT, which is polling at 97% with the Republican Party, and very high with the non-politician Dumocrats. The Act states, quite simply, that to Vote a person must show PHOTO VOTER I.D., PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP, AND THAT THERE WILL BE NO MORE CROOKED, CORRUPT, & DESTABILIZING MAIL-IN BALLOTS (EXCEPTIONS for Military, Disabled, Illness, and Travel!). THE SAVE AMERICA ACT’S non-passage is CRAZY, and a serious threat to any politician who votes against it! If the Dumocrats, or any RINO (or worse!) working with them, do not allow a positive Vote on SAVE AMERICA, TERMINATE THE FILIBUSTER, and pass this, and every other Bill that true Republicans have ever dreamt of (In addition to the upcoming Budget BOMB and the 1929 catastrophic style DEBT CEILING BILL!). The Dumocrats will TERMINATE THE FILIBUSTER, if and when they ever get the chance to do so, in their very first hour - And I will no longer be able to call them Dumocrats again! The title of DUMB will revert to the Republicans who allowed this horrible calamity to happen to our Party, and our Nation, itself! MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- 2 World Trade Center has officially broken ground in New York City, 25 years after 9/11, with the skyscraper expected to be completed in 2031. The skyscraper is set to be the global headquarters of American Express.  The 2-million-square-foot building will rise to 1,226 feet and be 55 stories tall.2 World Trade Center will be 550 feet shorter than 1 World Trade Center and will have two million square feet of office space.

- Trump: A very big day in Palm Beach, Florida, where it was my Great Honor to have the Palm Beach International Airport be renamed, by a spectacular vote, The President Donald J. Trump International Airport. The Area is HOT, the Location is GREAT, and the Renovation will be SPECTACULAR. Thank you to all in Palm Beach for your Vote and your Confidence. This will soon be one of the Greatest and Most Spectacular Airports anywhere in the World! President DONALD J. TRUMP

Video what Shabbos used to be like not so long ago

- CNN: New satellite imagery reveals new activity at several nuclear sites and missile facilities across Iran during late June and early July. The activity at the nuclear sites may constitute a violation of the MOU with the US, which stipulated maintaining the nuclear status quo

- Trump says he’s ‘left instructions’ should Iran assassinate him: ‘Bomb them at levels’ never seen before. (NYP)

-  Trump declares ceasefire is Over

 "The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue “talks.” We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP"

- Two Israeli sources told CNN that the Trump administration does not want Israel to join the conflict with Iran at this time, fearing a loss of control over the situation.

- Israel ‘will not be spared’ from Iran’s retaliation if US keeps targeting infrastructure 

Mohammad D'O al-Qader, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council: “Any attack on infrastructure will be met with a counter-reaction. The criminal Zionist regime will not be immune from the response of the fighters.”

- New York Times: Qatar is holding talks with the US and Iran to ease the tensions of recent days

- Report in the Saudi newspaper Al-Sharq Al-Awsat: Hamas has moved a significant part of its center of gravity to Turkey in recent months, after years in which Qatar held this position. This is reflected in Hamas's decision to hold its internal elections for the head of the Political Bureau in Istanbul last May, which ended without a decision, and the continuation of the elections is also expected to take place 

- Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom has said that the first six employees of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant have begun returning to the plant, Russia’s state-owned RIA outlet says, citing its CEO Alexei Likhachev.

Hashkafa With Rav Gershon Ribner Shlita

The longevity of the Zionist movement Secular perspective of Torah doctrines as rigid and unyielding Dropping a bomb on the sixth date Maintaining the unity upon change of ideals and values by spouse Prestigious position in the Rabbinate isn’t synonymous with erudition

Weather: 70° Thunderstorms, some strong during the evening will give way to partly cloudy skies after midnight. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. Chance of rain 80%.

- Yeshiva Heichal Eliyohu R"Y Rav Motttel Dick shlita annual; reception at Bais faiga hall Lakewood doors open 8:45 pm Program 10 pm

- Chumash Shiur by Harav Yeruchom Olshin shlita 11:30 pm at B"M Ateres Bracha live 646-726-9977   

Vizhnitz chasidim at the Kosel tonight  davening that their rebbe have a refuah sheleima

Weather:  86° Cloudy skies early then heavy thunderstorms developing this afternoon. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. Chance of rain 100%. 

Tonight 70° Scattered thunderstorms during the evening, may contain strong gusty winds Chance of rain 70%

The National Weather Service has expanded the flood watch that had been issued earlier today, to cover 12 New Jersey counties that could get lashed with strong thunderstorms and heavy downpours Thursday afternoon and Thursday evening., Monmouth, and Ocean counties included

- Thousands of Vizhnitzer Chasidim gathered tonight at the Kosel for an Atzeres Tefillah on behalf of the Vizhnitzer Rebbe, Rav Yisroel ben Leah Esther shlit"a. The crowd sang emotional niggunei hisorerus associated with the Yomim Noraim and recited chapters of Tehillim, davening for the Rebbe's complete refuah shleimah.

- Flooded roads, cars stuck in water in N.J. today as thunderstorms drop heavy rain or the second time this week, slow-moving thunderstorms have been dumping massive amounts of rain over parts of central and southern New Jersey Thursday afternoon, triggering flash flood warnings and emergency mobile alerts because of rapidly rising water on roads. The National Weather Service has received reports of several roads and highways that have been closed because of rapid flooding, and several reports of cars stuck in high water. Route 1 south in Edison, New Jersey completely flooded from heavy thunderstorms this afternoon.

- Garden state Parkway local lanes flooded by exit 120

- Governor Mikie Sherrill: This week, I signed legislation that makes permanent certain telehealth prescription flexibilities by eliminating the need for in-person visits every three months. From college students who need prescriptions while they are away at school to patients with mobility issues or those who live far from a specialist, we are ensuring New Jerseyans can continue to receive safe, high-quality care and reducing barriers to entry to treatment.

- Hecht Trailers, a longtime family-owned business off Rt 9  in Toms River, has closed after more than a century in operation. The property has been sold  for potential residential homes and its remaining inventory will be auctioned off via Auction.

- JCPL total Customers Out in New Jersey 1,527

- Boys elementary schools finish yeshiva camp today

- The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is increasing the price of First-Class Mail Forever stamps from 78 cents to 82 cents, effective July 12.

- Lakewood Township's Independence Day Fireworks & Light Show will take place on Thursday, July 16, over Lake Carasaljo! The show can be viewed from both North Lake Drive and South Lake Drive. The 9 days begin on Wednesday 

- Giyus: Israel's Torah Study Basic Law has been revised after pressure from legal officials and public opposition. The updated bill no longer explicitly equates Torah study with IDF military service, removing a clause that critics said could have guaranteed yeshiva students benefits comparable to soldiers. However, the bill still declares Torah study a "foundational value" of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, and opponents argue it could still be used to justify draft exemptions and continued government funding for yeshiva students.

- At a special meeting Wednesday, the Lakewood Township Committee approved the renewal of the liquor license for Lake Terrace Hall despite ongoing litigation involving the banquet hall and a neighboring property owner.

- Palm Beach International Airport switched to President Donald J. Trump International Airport at midnight, following a Florida law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in March that renamed the facility near Mar-a-Lago. The airport's code shifts from PBI to DJT

- Pepsi reveals GLP-1 weight-loss drugs (Ozempic) are squeezing consumer appetites, pushing the company to adapt with smaller portions.

- Jackson Township has tightened security at Town Hall by ordering all rear entrances to remain locked during the day and requiring a police officer to be present at every council meeting, even if overtime is needed. Township officials say the changes are intended to improve safety, security, and access control for employees and residentS. App reports 

- The Lakewood Industrial Commission approved a property swap aimed at creating more downtown parking. The owner of 18 South Clifton Avenue, purchased for $52,000 in 2011, will receive part of the former Wachovia bank property at 317 Main Street, which the township purchased for $2.5 million, for office space. In return, the LIC will acquire the Clifton Avenue parcel, demolish the building, and convert it into public parking. The existing municipal parking lot at the former bank property will remain public, and the agreement includes a $15,000 payment to the LIC to equalize the appraised values.

- Hafganos continue on Bar Ilan Street in Yerushalayim at the construction site of the light rail.

- NYP editorial Rahm Emanuel’s anti-Israel speech won’t win over the Jew-hating Dems he’s trying to appease Rahm Emanuel wants to run for president as a Democrat in 2028, but bowing to the antisemitic wing of his party is a beyond-despicable way to do it. The editorial argues the strategy is morally wrong and politically unlikely to succeed.

- A federal judge has ordered Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, to report to prison by 2 p.m. Friday, denying her request to delay her 54-month sentence for additional cancer treatment. Prosecutors argued the Bureau of Prisons can provide the necessary medical care despite her pending surgery.

- Brick Township police are investigating the apparent vandalism of a  license plate reader after someone cut down the 15-foot metal pole supporting the camera near the Exxon station at Drum Point Road and Hooper Avenue. The camera, which helps police identify stolen vehicles and wanted suspects, remained intact despite the damage.

- Princeton, New Jersey  police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of placing anti-Semitic propaganda stickers at multiple locations throughout the community

- Mikie Sherrill signed three energy bills aimed at addressing long-term electricity costs in New Jersey, including new rules for data centers, utility profits, and transmission projects.

However, the measures are not expected to provide immediate relief on residents’ electric bills, with some changes taking up to a year to implement. NJ Republicans 

- Italian-Americans are blasting Mayor Zohran Mamdani after a NYC immigrant enclaves map highlighted neighborhoods like Little Palestine, Little Yemen and Little Pakistan, but left out historic Little Italy. Critics say Italian-Americans helped build New York City and deserve to be recognized, not erased.

- BDE: Reb Yidel Toib z"l, 77, veteran baal koreh of the Gerrer chassidus, was niftar this evening after collapsing during a shiur at the Beis Medrash HaGadol of Gur on Yirmiyahu Street in Yerushalayim.(Belaaz)

- Six flags flash sale today 3 Parks, 2 Days, 1 Great Adventure multi-park ticket! Visit Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor New Jersey, Wild Safari or all three! This ticket is valid for admission for a total of two public operating days through July 31, 2026. for $45 inquire about possibility to upgrade to seasons pass

Rare video of Rav Amrom Blau leading a rally in Meah Shearim, Yerushalayim over 50 years ago

 Large crowds are expected to visit the Kever of the Rav Hakolel and chief rabbi of New York city, Rabbi Yaakov Joseph Zt'l on his 124th Yartzheit - 24 Tamuz 

He is buried in the Union Field cemetery in Ridgewood, NY at the Brooklyn/Queens Border close to crown heights and Williamsburg. He was niftar in 1902 (5662).

Rav Yoel Teitelbaum, the pervious Satmar Rebbe, would encourage his chassidim to daven at the tzion of the Rav Yaakov Yosef. It is reported that many people have found a yeshuah after visiting the tzion.

For the story of thr rabbanus in NYC Here

Driving Directions to the kever:

Union Field Cemetery

82-11 Cypress Avenue

Ridgewood, NY 11385

 (Path 42, at the corner of Main and Maple Road) It will be open until 7:30 pm

Driving directions to kever of Rabbi Yakov Yosef Joseph:

From Lakewood, Staten Island and NJ:

Verrazano bridge to the Belt Parkway to Pennsylvania Avenue exit North on Pennsylvania to the Jackie Robinson parkway  to exit 3 make  a left at 1st traffic light another left at 2nd traffic light onto Cypress Avenue to the Second Cemetery on the right

other Gedolim who are buried nearby in Mt Judah cemetery;

Rav Shlomo Heiman

Rav Reuven Grazovsky

Rav yaakov kamenetzky

The Yampolo Rebbe

The Chofetz Chaim's Rebetzin

Rav Yeruchim  Levovitz Rebetzin

Rav pam

Rav Brus

Rav Henoch leibowitz

- WSJ: Israel shared intelligence with the US that Iran was again planning to assassinate President Donald Trump

- Israeli Prime Minister's Office: "As part of the ongoing relationship between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump, another conversation took place between the two leaders this evening, during which they discussed the continued coordination between the countries in various areas. President Trump updated Prime Minister Netanyahu on US initiatives in the Gulf region. For his part, the prime minister raised the severity of the statements made by Erdogan and his associates against the existence of the State of Israel and the need to establish security zones along Israel's borders."

- The White House is preparing for the possibility of a prolonged escalation in its conflict with Iran, and US President Donald Trump is convening senior advisers and national security officials to discuss Washington’s next steps, Channel 12 reports, citing US officials.

A US official tells Channel 12 that the ongoing fighting could last anywhere between a couple of days and a month, depending on whether Iran continues attacking commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

- Explosions are heard in southern parts of Iran including Bushehr, An American official tells CNN that the US military is not currently striking the country. reports say it came from other gulf countries 

- CNN: Pakistan and Qatar, the mediating countries, are working to bring the US and Iran back to the negotiating table

- The withdrawal of Israeli troops from the first of two pilot zones in southern Lebanon is slated to move ahead in the coming days, as Washington aims to advance negotiations between Israel and Lebanon the area will be replaced by members of the Lebanese Armed Forces 

- Andy Burnham, the UK’s next prime minister, says Britain must do more to pressure Israel over its treatment of the Gaza Palestinians, and that it must bar the sale of weapons that Israel will use in the West Bank and Gaza.

- The Chief of Staff: "We are closely monitoring what is happening in Iran and Lebanon and are ready for immediate action. Against anyone who tries to harm us we will respond with force."

- Defense Minister Katz: "Prepared to strike Iran for the third time – and with greater force than before."

- Two Israeli sources for i24NEWS: The current assessment is that Iran has NO interest in involving Israel in the conflict, and therefore, will not fire at Israel. 

- Prime Minister Netanyahu hints to Turkey: “The war is not yet over. Alongside the old challenges, new ones are emerging. We are taking this into account and are prepared for any scenario. Preserving Israel’s air superiority is a cornerstone of national security.”

- Iran is launching ballistic missiles at the Gulf states and Jordan. US Embassy in Jordan urges employees to remain in safe spaces

- A US missile hit the nuclear power plant complex in Bushehr, Iran.

- WSJ: Before Trump's departure for a visit to Turkey, Trump held a discussion at the White House with the Secretary of War Hegseth and Secretary of State Rubio, and his senior advisors after Iran attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The President concluded that Iran is not serious about reaching a final agreement and decided to end the ceasefire.

- Iran’s Revolutionary Guards’ Navy says US attacks on Iran and intervention in redirecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting the strategic waterway’s gradual reopening and jeopardizing the interests of countries benefiting from it. They warn that any further US intervention would draw a “crushing response.”

- Banners calling for the assassination of US President Donald Trump continue to be widely displayed during the funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei.

- Jordan has inteercepted eight missiles launched from Tehran, after alarms sounded. No casualties or damages have been caused.

- Today, IDF eliminated the terrorist Khaled Abu Salam, who infiltrated Israel on October 7th, participated in the kidnapping and holding of Israeli civilians.

 Weather 67° Mainly clear. Tomorrow noon Thunderstorms strong gusty winds.

- Yeshiva Ohr Olam Dinner R”Y Rav Heshy Berkowitz Shlita Building tribute Dinner at Kesser Moshe Yehuda hall

- Yeshiva Ohr Zecharia R”Y Rav Uren Reich shlita 22nd Annual Dinner at Ateres Reva hall

- Yeshiva Torah Temima R”Y Rav Tzvi Margulies Rav Betzalel Busel shluita annual reception at 30 Sims Ave Lakewood 8:00 pm 

- Yeshiva Nefesh Hachaim R"Y Rav Shmuel Hirth shlita Vehaamidu charidy campaign donate HERE 

- Yeshiva Noam HaTalmud R”Y Rav Uri Meir Kanarek Shlita annual parlor meeting 36 Airport rd 2nd floor 7:00 pm

- Yeshiva Pe'er HaTalmud R”Y Rav Refoel Stefansky Shlita Inaugural parlor meeting 100 Reagan Court Lakewood 8:00 pm

- Yeshiva Gedolah of Monmouth County R”Y Rav Yaakov Dovid Wasserman shlita Building campaign fundraiser Here

Weather: 83° Partly cloudy skies.

Be prepared  Severe thunderstorms could sweep through New Jersey on Thursday and Friday, with the potential for flash flooding and damaging wind gusts.

Today 23 Tamuz Yartzeit of : R'Moshe Cordovero, the Ramak (1522-1570). Talmid of R'Shlomo Alkabetz & R'Yosef Karo. Founded a Yeshiva in Tzfas where the Arizal & R'Chaim Vital were among his Talmidim. Author - Tomer Devora, Pardes Rimonim, Ohr Yakar, etc..

- Reporter "Were you aware of any credible threat by Iran against Air Force One?"

POTUS "I have a threat all the time. I'm number one on their list, before you — but if I go, you go, right? So perhaps some of you want to change professions

- A mass casualty incident was declared after a bus crashed into a building and several vehicles in Pikesville, Maryland earlier. Baltimore County FD says 30+ people were injured, at least 1 in critical condition.

- Power restored: Lakewood  0 of 37,021 (0%)

- Giyus: Rav Shalom Ber Sorotzkin gave out his personal phone number to the bochurim to call him in the event they get arrested by IDF military police 

- Lakewood Township has rescheduled that its special Independence Day celebration with Deine show and fireworks for Thursday, July 16 at the Lake 8:45pm.

- Trump warns: Signs and Billboards are being put up all over our Southern Border, and Mexico, advertising BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP, with “Deliveries starting at $4000.” Likewise, similar signs going up all over our Country. Billions of Dollars will be illegally made by this SCAM, with Citizenship going to anyone willing to pay. It will be, by far, the number one way of becoming a citizen, and then the entire family will be allowed to follow. Not sustainable. NOBODY SAW THIS COMING!!! AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP IS NOT FOR SALE! In fact, that is a crime, and therefore, the Supreme Court’s ruling is wrong. I will be asking for a Rehearing by the United States Supreme Court, IMMEDIATELY. This miscarriage of justice will destroy America if they don’t change their absolutely insane decision. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Boys elementary school 8th grade are off for the year, Day camps begin on Monday while some sleepaway camps start in a week and half 

- The Kaliver rebbe shlita is in Lakewood at his son in law  and will spend shabbos at Khal Shemen L'Mincha in Brook hill.

- On sale Jonny Pop ices in Shoprite $4.99. please note the sugar free ices does not have a hechsher 

-Brick of American cheese $12.99 at GG

- Shloimy's Kosher World in Lakewood is under new management. The new owners say the longtime supermarket is undergoing renovations to become a modern, full-service grocery while remaining open throughout the process. Customers can expect expanded hours, fully stocked departments, and continued service from the deli, bakery, meat, and produce sections as the store enters its next chapter after more than 35 years. (Feder Status)

- New restaurant in Deal: "Fortune Cookie" Kosher Chinese Restaurant located at 48 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, NJ 07755. under JSOR hashgacha 

- JCP&L total customers still out in New Jersey 8,262 as of this afternoon 

Lakewood Township 3 of 37,021 (< 1%)

Brick Township 54 of 36,268 (< 1%)

Howell Township 4 of 22,043 (< 1%)

Jackson Township 4 of 23,877 (< 1%)

Manchester Township 3 of 27,536 (< 1%)

Toms River Township 2 of 49,352 (< 1%)

- Millions of Shekels to Charedi Institutions Approved in Finance Committee before the knesset dissolves in a few weeks 

- New Jersey residents could see electric bills rise by another 20%, according to a new report that cites growing electricity demand from AI data centers, higher natural gas prices, and limited power generation. Consumer advocates warn rising costs could make it difficult for some families to afford basic necessities as energy demand continues to climb.

- Tzedek Association announced several major advocacy victories for federal inmates, including the rollout of Bureau of Prisons tablets that will allow unlimited video calls with family during designated hours. The tablets will also provide access to educational materials, First Step Act programming, and digital books, giving inmates new opportunities to stay connected with loved ones and prepare for reentry into society.

- A NJ state audit found that the Lakewood School District overpaid two outside educational service providers by more than $1.1 million and directed the district nearly two years ago to recover the funds. The district has yet to take action, adding to ongoing financial challenges, including its $231 million state loan debt and continued state scrutiny. APP

- The Lakewood Industrial commission meeting today approved a property swap to create additional downtown public parking. In exchange for part of its property at 317 Main Street the former Wells Fargo bank on rt 88 the LIC will receive 18 South Clifton Avenue, which will be demolished and converted into a public parking lot. The other party will also pay the LIC $15,000. The township purchased the former bank property for $2.5 million tax dollars through the LDC which transferred it to the LIC for $1

-A 12-month extension of its contract with Aggressive Property Management and Maintenance, to manage the Strand theater building 

- Lakewood Planning Board Approves Kamenitz School Expansion

The Lakewood Planning Board approved Kamenitz School's application to construct a two-story addition with a basement, allowing the school to accommodate approximately 245 additional students. Neighbors voiced concerns about existing parking and bus traffic, saying pickups and drop-offs already back up local streets. They urged the school to create a circular driveway on adjacent properties it owns to improve traffic flow. As part of the approval, the board stipulated that the basement may only be used as the school's gym and cannot be rented out for outside events. The board also encouraged the school to work with neighbors to reduce traffic impacts, including exploring the possibility of adding another entrance from Brook Road

- BDE: tragedy in Monsey, when 7-year-old Baila Weber A"H was killed after being struck by a school bus on Blauvelt Road.

- President Trump walked out directly in front of Spain's socialist PM Pedro Sanchez at NATO after cutting off trade with Spain  

- The high rise on the East Side of Manhattan which has now been deemed stable.A structurally damaged 37-story Midtown Manhattan high-rise that partially buckled Tuesday will likely require a partial demolition, according to structural engineering experts. They warn the building remains at risk of a localized collapse unless it is stabilized quickly, with several buckled columns now carrying only a fraction of the load they were designed to support.

- Giyus: The Ministry of Housing and Construction announced today to all those deemed as draft evaders who registered for the Price for Homeowner lottery that their eligibility to participate in the lottery has been disqualified due to their desertion.

- 12 Jersey Shore beaches under swimming advisories for high fecal bacteria levels including 4 in Deal ar Deal Casino, Hathaway Avenue Beach, Roosevelt Avenue, Philips Avenue, 

- Assemblyman Schnall “I am proud to sponsor legislation that will improve critical infrastructure across the state without burdening ratepayers. By updating existing infrastructure, we increase reliability. But when we strategically deploy advanced technologies, we can reduce costs for ratepayers at the same time,” said Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-Monmouth, Ocean). “Meeting the energy demands of tomorrow can only be achieved by making forward-thinking investments today.” 

-Tomorrrow Large crowds are expected to visit the Kever of the Rav Hakollel and chief rabbi of New York city, Rabbi Yaakov Joseph Zt'l on his 124tj Yartzheit - 24 Tamuz

- Air sirens sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait

- Trump on Air Force One about Iran: "They want to make a deal so badly. They called a little while ago. They want to make a deal so badly. I just don't know if they're worthy. I don't know if they're going to honor the deal...they're sort of crazy, to be honest with you"

- The U.S. military attacked two railway bridges in northern Iran using cruise missiles, according to a senior American official. This is the first time the U.S. military has attacked infrastructure in Iran since the ceasefire on April 8th.

- Trump on Iran attacks: "This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran. If it happens again, it will get much worse!"

- The ceasefire with Iran "has at least temporarily ceased," a U.S. official told CNN.

- The Supreme Leader's advisor threatens Israel: "The aggressor enemy and his partners will be severely punished

- CENTCOM: US forces have started major strikes in Iran Tonight's attacks were more extensive than yesterday's attacks. The strikes are aimed at targets to degrade Iran's ability to threaten the ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz.

- Reports of explosions in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran.

- Trump: “The U.S. Space Force has cameras in orbit capable of reading the badges of Iranian officials as they enter nuclear sites.”

- JD Vance on Iran: "The basic deal that we cut was 'we'll lift our blockade if you stop shooting at ships. But if you shoot at ships, we are going to punch back, and we're going to punch back harder than ever before.'"

- Trump: To honor our brave men and women of the Military, we are sending the brand new, and truly spectacular, Air Force One to Mildenhall Air Force Base, in the United Kingdom, to give them a chance to tour the Aircraft — Everybody is so excited, and we thought that they should be the first. For old time’s sake, we’ll be taking the former Air Force One, from Turkey to Mildenhall, a short trip that is totally worth doing in order to give our Great Military Heroes a chance to appreciate our beautiful new addition to the Air Force Fleet! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- President Trump has boarded the former Air Force One in Turkey, reportedly to Mildenhall Air Force Base in the UK

- Israel braces for possible renewal of fighting as US-Iran tensions mount

Israeli officials are reportedly on high alert as U.S. aerial refueling aircraft that had been repositioned to Europe in recent weeks return to the region. According to reports, Israel has warned that any new Iranian attack would trigger a strong military response. Assessments also suggest the U.S. could carry out several days of strikes against Iran if hostilities escalate.

- Trump: "We're not attacking at the highest level. The highest level are the bridges...their electric plants, where they make their electricity. If we have to, we'll take them out. I don't want to do that, but if we have to, we'll take them out...We attacked Kharg Island last night—we knocked out a piece. I said, 'don't touch the oil' because maybe we'll take over Kharg Island. We may take over Kharg Island. There's not a thing they can do about it...normally, I'm not that way, but they really deserve it."

- President Trump just said he wouldn't be shocked if Iran tries to assassinate him while over in Turkey

- Iranian military spokesman: 8 air and naval soldiers killed in Bandar Abbas and Bushehr as a result of US strikes

- Trump on Netanyahu: "We have an excellent relationship, he's great. If there had been another prime minister in Israel during the war period, Israel would have been destroyed by Iran"

- Trump: "We've already got the nuclear material because it's so far underground. Nobody's going to be able to get it except us because we have the equipment that can get it. The nuclear material is so far down underneath the mountain, and now it's been determined that it would take massive machinery that we have that no other country has."

- Report from the Iranian PressTV network: Developments in the last 48 hours indicate that Iran will not back down from controlling the Strait of Hormuz. "We are ready to fight for control of Hormuz. Iran's new strategy is that after any attack, the Strait will be completely closed. Iran will attack enemy targets on a scale of at least twice the number of targets attacked against it."

- Trump issues a sharp threat to Iran: "We will strike them again with force - perhaps even tonight."

- Trump on Iran: "They're evil people. They're sick people. They're really mentally disturbed people. And it should have been done 47 years ago. Thank you, everybody."

- Trump: on the ceasefire with Iran: "To me, I think it's over. I don't want to deal with them anymore. They're scum... They're led by sick people... I'll speak to our negotiators. They want to negotiate—they're good people... but they have to come back to me. As far as I'm concerned, it's just a waste of time dealing with them."

- Trump: They're a bunch of SCUM." "These are evil, sick people, and we have to rid their cancer. They're CANCER! And you know what you do? You got to cut out cancer EARLY, man."

"I told them, every time you hit, we hit. And of course, they're dirty players. "They've kiIIed thousands and thousands of our soldiers. They've kiIIed hundreds of thousands of innocent people."

- Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim: We attacked 85 US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait, and we also managed to shoot down a US military drone

- Kuwait’s state news agency says two ballistic missiles and 13 drones have been intercepted today amid fresh Iranian attacks on the Gulf state.

- World oil prices soar more than five percent after US President Donald Trump says the memorandum of understanding with Iran is over, following fresh strikes in the Middle East.

- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf: "The US violated the Memorandum of Understanding by carrying out attacks in southern Iran and continuing Zionist aggression against Lebanon"

- Trump: I like President Erdogan. He rolled out the red carpet for me. He is a great man. I love Bibi; he is a great Prime Minister. But Bibi said some harsh things yesterday about Turkey and about Erdogan. And I told him: "You know, I spoke with him. I said he could have joined the war, because he doesn't really like Israel. And he doesn't really like Bibi either. But he didn't do it because of me." And this is a military power. Millions of soldiers. Turkey is very strong. They have a lot of our best equipment. They are also trying to get the F-35 jets. But he didn't enter the war. He wanted to. He would have entered. If not for me, he would have entered — and he would have been on the other side.

- Secretary of War Hegseth is canceling his visit to Israel today

- Trump: We are no longer interested in any business trade with Spain. Spain is a bad member of the NATO alliance.

- A Hamas terrorist who invaded Kibbutz Nirim during the October 7, 2023, onslaught was killed in an airstrike in the southern Gaza Strip yesterday, the military announces.

 Weather: 64° Overcast.

- Yeshiva Sharei Orah annual evening of chizuk Roshei Yeshiva Rav Daniel Cohen shlita, Rav Yoel Dessler shlita , Rav Yosed Rothschild shlita, at 11 Glen Avenue North 7:45 pm

- Yeshiva Nefesh Hachaim R"Y Rav Shmuel Hirth shlita Vehaamidu charidy campaign donate HERE 

- Yeshiva Gedolah Sharei Shmuel R"Y Rav Moshe Fishoff shlilta annual parlor meeting 80 Adams st Lakewood 7:30 pm   

- Mesivta Ner Moshe Fundraiser event R”Y Rav Yehoshua Sukenik shlita, an exhibition of rare antique Judaica sefarim and Kisvei Yad curated by Legacy Judaica at Cedar palace Chupah room 7:30 pm 

- Yeshiva Knesses Bais Aaron R"Y Rav Isser Zalman Olshin Shlita at the Ateres Esther Chupa Room Divrei Bracha by Rav Yeruchom Olshin shlita 

- Yeshiva Nachlas Yisroel R"Y Rav Yerachmiel Ungarischer shlita Parlor meeting at 1459 E. Spruce st Lakewood 

- Yahalom NJ Fathers night out event guest speaker Rabbi Joey Haber  shlita at the Alexandria hall in Howell 

- Kollel Mishkan HaTalmud Rosh Kollel Rav Yisroel Meir Gluesatein shlita, parlor meeting at Eagle Ridge with siyum seder moed 9:15 pm

- Mesivta Central Jersey Rav Shmuel pepfer Shlita R"Y Parlor meeting 1476 Towers st Lakewood     

LPD Traffic Alert: Tonight 7/7 the Township's contractor will be performing intersection improvements at Carey Street and Forest Avenue starting at 10:00 PM. During construction, the intersection will be closed to through traffic. A detour will direct motorists to use Route 9 between 14th Street and 9th Street. Forest Avenue between 14th Street and 9th Street will remain open to local traffic and residents only. Residents shall access their homes from the side of Carey Street on which their residence is located

- US strikes Iran

- Pentagon confirms the US military struck OVER 80 targets in Iran via precision strikes tonight after the regime attacked multiple civilian vessels in the Strait.

“U.S. forces struck Iranian air defense systems, command and control networks, coastal radar sites, anti-ship missile capabilities, and more than 60 Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps small boats in and near the strait to degrade Iran’s ability to continue attacking international commerce flowing through the international trade corridor,” CENTCOM says

- Iran: The U.S. has made a serious mistake. The response will be sharp and disproportionate.

- U.S. official's message as the strikes pound Iran's coast: "We're turning up the volume."

-Shahid Haqqani Port in Bandar Abbas has reportedly been struck by U.S. airstrikes, adding a port facility to the target list of radar and launch sites

 - U.S. warships remain on alert to reimpose a blockade on Iranian ports if President Trump makes the decision to do so, according to WSJ, citing U.S. officials.

 “U.S. Central Command: forces have begun launching a series of powerful strikes against Iran to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by innocent civilians in an international waterway.” “The U.S. strikes are in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels that were transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s demonstrated aggression was unwarranted, dangerous, and a clear violation of the ceasefire.”

 - Two tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz right as President Trump arrived in Turkey no casualties reported so far. In the past 24 hours, 5 tankers passing through the Omani shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz were attacked.

- US renews sanctions on Iranian oil U.S. Treasury is revoking the general license that allowed Iranian oil sales, a U.S. official says.

- The IDF located weapons in a bedroom in a civilian home in the village of Talusa in southern Lebanon. During the searches of the area, the forces located explosive devices, anti-tank missile launchers, RPG rockets, vests, helmets, and Hezbollah flags.

- PM Netanyahu said he spoke with President Trump several times and conveyed the message that Turkey is not a friendly state to the State of Israel 

- Netanyahu to CNN: Selling F-35 jets to Turkey would upset the balance in the Middle East; I would not do that.

- Iranian media cites official sources: The passage in the Strait of Hormuz is proceeding in accordance with Iranian arrangements. Any "provocative action" by the US will be met with an immediate response

Weather: 76° Overcast. 

22 Tamuz 5786

- The EDN conference for school executive directors gets underway today July 7-8, 2026

The Armon Hotel and Conference Center in

Stamford, CT

- Gas prices went up today in Lakewood by 28 cents from $3.72 to now $3.99 a gallon 

- LPD Traffic Alert: Tonight 7/7 the Township's contractor will be performing intersection improvements at Carey Street and Forest Avenue starting at 10:00 PM. During construction, the intersection will be closed to through traffic. A detour will direct motorists to use Route 9 between 14th Street and 9th Street. Forest Avenue between 14th Street and 9th Street will remain open to local traffic and residents only. Residents shall access their homes from the side of Carey Street on which their residence is located

- Americans will soon be able to take passport photos at home with a phone or laptop camera instead of visiting CVS, Walgreens, or another photo service, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced. The photos would be verified in real time using facial recognition, per the State Department.

- NJ Assembly GOP Get this! GovSherrill NJ held a press conference today and took credit for a $25 electric bill credit. She didn't mention it was $100 last year. That's one way to define "affordability."

- Stats from the National Weather Service the heaviest rain fell in Neptune City in Monmouth County, where 5.74 inches were measured. The Allentown area of Monmouth County was blasted with 4.53 inches of rain.

Lakewood - 2.85 inches

Jackson - 2.59 inches

Brick - 2.31 inches

Toms River - 1.99 inches

Howell - 2.22 inches

- JCP&L total customers still affected in NJ 20,690

Lakewood Township 28 of 37,021 (< 1%)

Jackson Township 10 of 23,877 (< 1%)

Toms River Township 10 of 49,352 (< 1%)

Manchester Township 5 of 27,536 (< 1%)

Brick Township 234 of 36,268 (< 1%)

Howell Township 43 of 22,043 (< 1%)

- A 38-story building in New York City a Midtown Manhattan high rise evacuated after construction workers discover buckled columns sagging floors and falling bricks. 42nd & 43rd streets near 2nd avenue closed as DOB assesses the danger.

- ICE arrested approximately 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June, marking one of the agency's largest recent enforcement operations as it ramps up President Trump's mass deportation agenda. Agents were seen today in Howell area.

- Giyus: The new proposal in Israel would give both IDF soldiers and full-time yeshiva and kollel students special recognition in a Basic Law, saying that both contribute to the State of Israel in different ways It will give stronger legal protection to government funding for yeshivos and kollelim.

- As JCP&L power outages stretched into a fourth day following the holiday weekend, Jersey Shore officials sharply criticized the utility over slow restoration efforts and poor communication. Several local leaders are now calling for a state investigation after residents endured days without electricity during extreme heat (APP)

- AOC soars to an all-time high in the odds to be the 2028 Democratic nominee.She’s now within 2 points of Gavin Newsom.

- NJ Gov. Sherrill, facing criticism for lack of public appearances after severe thunder storms that knocked out power for thousands and caused damage and flooding, just updated her public schedule with site visits to Camden and Oakhurst, where a BJ's store's roof collapsed. App

- Lakewood township committee will hold a special online meeting tomorrow to approve the renewal of the liquor license for Lake Terrace hall , allowing the business to continue serving alcoholic beverages under License

- Lakewood planning board meeting tonight 6pm  watch live stream Here  see agenda Here

on the agenda approve the ordnance for the CHEMED medical village in the Airport Business Commercial Zone

-Bais Reuven Kamenitz 831 Ridge Avenue Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan for a school addition

- Lakewood board meeting recap: 

The Lakewood Zoning Board heard several major applications Monday night, highlighted by the denial of a proposed 71-lot development at Augusta Boulevard and Cross Street, behind The Fairways.

The application sought approval for 66 duplex residential lots, three stormwater lots, one retail/office lot, and one lot for a shul. The applicant's attorney argued the township needs more housing so children can live near their parents and said the project would create less traffic than other uses permitted on the property. The applicant testified the site could legally be developed with four schools and several wedding halls, adding that he was simply explaining the property's existing development rights, while also noting Ocean County's plans to widen Cross Street to five lanes.

The proposal drew strong opposition from residents, particularly seniors from The Fairways, who cited traffic, safety, and quality-of-life concerns. Several noted that the nearby Eagle Ridge development will already add significant housing, while others warned about school buses sitting in traffic on Cross Street with children onboard. One resident criticized the attorney for repeatedly referencing schools as an alternative use, calling it an inappropriate scare tactic. After lengthy testimony, the board voted to deny the application.

The board also approved Chestnut Equity's four-story apartment development off Route 70, despite the project being tied up in ongoing litigation. During public comment, a resident's questioning led to a tense exchange, with board officials urging him to finish more quickly and joking that board members were hungry.

Another proposal by nine property owners near Cross Street and Massachusetts Avenue seeking approval for 37 residential units was tabled after board members raised concerns with the application.

- Brick, NJ Mayor Lisa Crate is urging residents to purchase flood insurance and have emergency plans in place, warning that rising sea levels, stronger storms, and heavier rainfall are increasing the township's flood risk. Brick has more privately owned waterfront miles than any other municipality in New Jersey and has experienced repeated flooding in many neighborhoods. APP

- CNN pundit Scott Jennings I spoke to my old friend Mitch McConnell this morning, the senior Senator from Kentucky. He’s still recovering in the hospital. We talked for just shy of 20 minutes 

- JCP&L : Crews continue working around the clock to restore power following consecutive severe storms that caused widespread damage across our service area. With power restored to over 300,000 customers, more than 2,900 JCP&L personnel along with outside support from FirstEnergy sister companies and contractors, are focused on restoring service to the remaining 40,000 customers. The vast majority of those currently without service are expected to have power restored today or tomorrow, with the remaining outages largely restored by Wednesday.

Many of the remaining outages involve substantial repairs, including replacing broken poles, repairing damaged power lines, clearing fallen trees from electrical equipment and rebuilding sections of the system damaged by the storms. Because restoration work is prioritized based on restoring the largest number of customers first, outages affecting smaller groups of customers may take longer to restore even as crews continue making significant progress. Other locations may require multiple repairs or specialized equipment. While significant progress has been made, crews continue to encounter areas with extensive storm damage, difficult terrain and access conditions that can extend restoration times

-The death toll in Venezuela earthquakes rises to 3,342.

- Trump: Toyota is moving from Mexico to the United States (Texas!). A really big deal. Tariffs at work! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- President Trump announce it's time to remove U.S. sanctions on Turkey, saying his administration is working with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other senior officials to make it happen. "There's plenty of people who can sanction... We don't want to have sanctioned friends."

The young businessman is on his way to acquire 'Arkia' Israel airlines, Rabbi Ezra Unger, a 36-year-old real estate entrepreneur from Borough Park, is in advanced negotiations to purchase the Israeli airline 'Arkia': "The mass. Chilul Shabbos desecration of the Sabbath is what pushed him to take this step"  according to kikar Shabbat news

- Multiple explosive devices detonated near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, Syria where French President Emmanuel Macron stayed overnight, The blasts occurred as Macron met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the presidential palace - At least 18 people were wounded, including four police officers.

- Lakewood Bikur Cholim, together with Hatzolah of Central Jersey, is encouraging eligible men to take part in a life-saving platelet donation drive on Tuesday, July 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Community Medical Center, Auditorium C, 99 Route 37 West, Toms River.

 Lakewood Largely Left Out of New Jersey's Record $60 Billion Budget.

Governor Mikie Sherrill last week signed New Jersey's largest budget ever, a $60 billion spending plan but Lakewood received just $1 million in municipal aid despite being the state's fourth-largest municipality. By comparison, Jersey City will receive an additional $15 million in state aid plus a $105 million loan. Under former Governor Phil Murphy, Lakewood typically received $7–8 million annually through discretionary aid, which has now been eliminated. Community leaders warn the shortfall could force the township to consider tax increases or service cuts. according to an article in the Lakewood shopper this past week.

Despite the cuts to Lakewood, the local state representatives Bob Singer and Sean Kean were the only 2 Republicans in New Jersey who voted YES for the budget!

Shlomo Schorr, Director of Agudath Israel of New Jersey, told the Shopper, Lakewood continues to be disadvantaged by a municipal aid formula based on population figures from more than 20 years ago, leaving it among the lowest-funded municipalities on a per-capita basis.

The budget did include A $2 million annual security grant for BMG  that was restored after initially being cut, and funding for nonpublic school security increased from $205 to $217 per student. A newly passed law by Assemblyman Avi Schnall will also allow unused nonpublic school aid to be redirected toward transportation reimbursements instead of being returned to the state.

Schorr also said the previously discussed state takeover of the Lakewood School District now appears unlikely in the near future. He suggested the proposal may have been used as leverage during the state's legal response to the school funding lawsuit  by R' Arthur Lang before being quietly set aside.

The budget also expands New Jersey's child tax credit, increasing benefits by 25% for eligible families, with credits ranging from $250 to $1,250 depending on household income.

For Lakewood, the budget is viewed as a significant disappointment, with local advocates pledging to continue pushing for a fairer state aid formula that better reflects the township's rapid growth and current needs.

Another bill included in the state budget could cost local businesses, yeshivos, and schools hundreds of thousands of dollars. Employers with 50 or more workers will now be required to pay a new state fee for each employee and dependent who receives health insurance through NJ FamilyCare, New Jersey's Medicaid program. The new assessment is expected to significantly increase costs for many large employers.

Weather: 67° Cloudy with occasional light rain...mainly this evening Chance of rain 70%.

- Mir Yerushalayim Yeshiva fundraiser event for the Chasidishe chaburah at the Beru hall in Lakewood 8:00 pm

- Yeshiva Gedolah Tiferes HaTalmud R"Y Rav Zev Schechter shlita, annual Parlor meeting 80 Gudz Rd. Lakewood.

- Lakewood Cheder graduation

- Road closures: LPD Traffic Alert: Tonight 7/6 the Township's contractor will be performing intersection improvements at Carey Street and Forest Avenue starting at 10:00 PM. During construction, the intersection will be closed to through traffic. A detour will direct motorists to use Route 9 between 14th Street and 9th Street. Forest Avenue between 14th Street and 9th Street will remain open to local traffic and residents only. Residents shall access their homes from the side of Carey Street on which their residence is located

Weather: 77° Thunderstorms likely. Rainfall will be locally heavy at times.Chance of rain 100%. 1 to 2 inches of rain expected. Localized flooding is possible

- President Trump departs Washington for the NATO summit in Turkey, saying he's making the trip for one reason: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

- NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill under fire for refusing to call a state of emergency she tweeted this late today 

"The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management continues to be activated and assisting communities across the state with severe weather conditions, including those impacted by today’s substantial flooding.

I’m grateful to the first responders and public servants who have been working around the clock to keep people safe.

Our communities have been hit hard, and we will continue to help them recover."

- Team USA's World Cup run has come to an end. The United States fell 4-1 to Belgium in the Round of 16 in Seattle.

- The Lakewood Cheder graduation will take place this evening 

- The death toll from the brutal heat wave in New Jersey this past weekend is being blamed for an estimated 29 deaths across the state, the state Department of Health tells nj.com The deaths have been reported across 10 counties, with most in the central to northern part of the state and involving people found in homes without air conditioning. The ages mostly range from the mid-30s into the 80s.

- The National Weather Service received reports of multiple water rescues occurring throughout coastal sections of Monmouth County, including Asbury Park, Deal, Long Branch, Monmouth Beach, Neptune City, Neptune Township, Ocean Township, Wall Township, and West Long Branch. A portion of the roof has collapsed at BJ’s Wholesale Club in Ocean Township, the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office said.

Belmar police said Route 35 is closed between 16th Avenue and Route 71 and asked motorists to avoid all travel in the borough.

In Neptune City, 25 people were rescued from flood waters as the storm brought record rainfall rates of nearly 5 inches per hour, according to statement from the borough.

“At the height of the storm, dozens of people were trapped in vehicles on flooded roadways and parking lots, and dozens of residences were impacted by flooding, including multiple apartments on Steiner Avenue,” borough officials said. “Emergency responders continue to check on residents in affected areas, and our construction department is working to assess properties to determine when it is safe for residents to return home.”(NJ.com)

Will Kosher meat prices also come down?

- Trump: Great news! I have just been informed that one of the biggest, best, and smartest Retailers in America, Walmart, will be lowering prices, by a lot, at my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday. Walmart will, in particular, be dropping the price for a pound of ground beef by almost 15%, among many other products. This is a huge deal for the many millions of Americans who, smartly, shop at Walmart, which is a truly patriotic Company who loves the U.S.A. My Administration is lowering prices that Joe Biden incompetently raised with the worst inflation crisis in history, a total disaster along with the Southern Border, the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, and many other failures. Just as I promised, Oil Prices are plummeting FAST, and Gas Prices at the pump are dropping too, just like egg and Prescription Drug prices which I am bringing down by historic levels. Walmart is stepping up in a big and bold way, and other Retailers should follow the lead of these absolute Patriots. Together, we will make America stronger and greater than ever before! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- "Worst storm damage since Sandy yet Sherrill hasn't declared a regional state of emergency that can unlock vital resources support for our towns.

Why?

Because a state-level declaration is a prerequisite to Federal help, and Sherrill doesn't want to give the Trump administration any opportunity for a victory in New Jersey. She doesn't care how much our people need help.Sherrill's mind is still stuck on WASHINGTON, DC when it should be on the people of NEW JERSEY. When will her Democrat colleague, and your District 25 Assemblywoman, Marisa Sweeney, will call Sherrill out on this hypocrisy?"

Anthony Somma Candidate for NJ Assembly Randolph, NJ 

- Charlie Kirk's parents and widow, arrived to a court in Provo, Utah Monday for the first day of a preliminary hearing for the man accused of shooting and killing him last year.

- Russia strikes Kyiv with mass missile and drone attack, killing at least 11. The assault marks the second large-scale attack on Kyiv in less than a week, and it comes ahead of Ukrainian President Zelensky's meeting with US President Donald Trump at the NATO summit in Turkey. 

WSJ: "Ukraine has virtually run out of Patriot interceptors that stop ballistic missiles. Ukraine was unable to intercept any of the 23 Russian ballistic missiles that crashed into the Kyiv area in the early hours of Monday"

- Thousands lose power in Jackson after earlier storms including S Cooks Bridge W County Line and Flair area.

- 4:30  pm update JCP&L  Customers Affected

37,367 in New Jersey

Ocean county 4637

Brick  461 of 36,268 (1%)

Lakewood 189 of 37,021 (< 1%) 

Jackson 3,449 of 23,877 (14%)

Howell  183 of 22,043 (< 1%)

Manchester 47 of 27,536 (< 1%)

Toms River 125 of 49,352 (< 1%)

- Despite the weather anti ICE protesters continued their campaign along Clifton Avenue in Lakewood today.

- 3 pm update JCP&L Customers Affected

35,700 in New Jersey

Ocean county 1150

Brick 476 of 36,268 (1%)

Lakewood 80 of 37,021 (< 1%)

Jackson 43 of 23,877 (< 1%)

Howell 206 of 22,043 (< 1%)

Manchester 37 of 27,536 (< 1%)

Toms River 133 of 49,352 (< 1%

 Assemblyman Alex Sauickie is demanding the NJBPU immediately hold a public reliability hearing. More than 200,000 customers lost power over July 4th weekend during a dangerous heat wave. Some won't have power until Thursday

-Local roads flooded along Rt 9 south Oak st and New Hampshire.  Lightning caused a Structure fire to a home on Arlington Ave. DPW crews came out to clear drains as flood waters  covered roadways.

Flash Flood Warning issued from 10:30 am - 2:45 pm indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen.

Message Sent to local phones

- Heavy rain has caused severe flash flooding across Monmouth and northern Ocean counties, with multiple water rescues, submerged vehicles, evacuations, and road closures. Officials are urging residents to stay off the roads and never drive through floodwaters. Deal,Naja  area hit by  rising floodwaters 

- Flooded basements across the area  Chaveirim and Chavivim responding

- Heavy flooding in Monmouth county. Jersey shore medical center parking area and ambulance bay a d emergency room hit with floodwaters

- President Trump reveals that on July 4th, $1,000 was deposited into over 500,000 Trump Accounts for Childern! Michael Dell is making a $6 BILLION contribution into the accounts.

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell announced today that she will donate 2,000,000 shares of SpaceX stock to the accounts.

- Giyus: In the Chashmonaim Brigade, discussions were held about establishing dedicated units for different ultra-Orthodox communities in order to make it easier to recruit members of those communities. Shin Bet chief David Zini blocked the move, warning that "the IDF would turn into militias."

- More than 56,000 homes and businesses in New Jersey remain without power early Monday morning following powerful weekend storms that had sparked as many as 240,000 outages

Monday July 6th 12:30 pm 

JCP&L Customers Affected 

Across New Jersey 39,618

Ocean county 1,568

Lakewood 142 of 37,021 (< 1%)

Jackson 85 of 23,877 (< 1%)

Brick 567 of 36,268 (2%)

Manchester 37 of 27,536 (< 1%)

Toms River 155 of 49,352 (< 1%)

Howell 264 of 22,043 (1%)

ETA restoration is Wednesday night July 8 11:30pm

-Mordys Shteible still no power running on generators 

- BDE: Levaya of Rav Yoel Yaakov Sperka zt”l in Lakewood today at the chapel watch livestream on zoom Here

 -President Trump reveals that on July 4th, $1,000 was deposited into over 500,000 Trump Accounts for Childern! Michael Dell is making a $6 BILLION contribution into the accounts.

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell announced today that she will donate 2,000,000 shares of SpaceX stock to the accounts

Trump accounts website HERE

APP HERE

- President Trump is urging parents to enroll their children in the new Trump Accounts program, saying it could provide a significant financial head start. "If parents haven't already done so, they should go right away to TrumpAccounts.gov and sign their child up for a free investment savings account," Trump said, adding that a child with no money today could see the account grow to "hundreds of thousands of dollars" over time through long-term investment growth.

 Trump rings the New York Stock Exchange opening bell from the Oval Office, launching Trump Accounts, for kids.

President Trump says he would be a fan of making Bitcoin eligible for investment in Trump accounts!

https://www.irs.gov/trumpaccounts  

https://trumpaccounts.gov/

 A tructure collapse at the BJ’s Wholesale Club on Route 35 in Oakhurst. There are unconfirmed reports of possible entrapment, and emergency responders are reportedly on scene. The exact circumstances and the extent of any injuries have not been confirmed at this time. 

- NJ Assembly GOP

This morning in New Jersey:

3rd worst power outage state in the nation according to http://PowerOutage.com.

Over 200,000 customers lost power over July 4th weekend. Tens of thousands still without power today Some won't be restored until Thursday - 5 days in dangerous heat.

The NJ Board of Public Utilities oversees grid reliability. Last week it cut your summer electric bill credit from $100 to $25 during a heat wave that knocked out power to over 200,000 customers.It has never held a public reliability hearing.

More on that this afternoon.

-Signs asking to daven for a youngerman Yosef Dan ben Breina Zlata who facing potential legal issues by mesira of אינשי דלא מעלי 

- Tonight the Lakewood Zoning Board meeting 7pm watch live stream Here 

 see agenda here 

9 applications are on tonight's Lakewood Zoning Board agenda, including:

-Rabin & Company –Use variance for a development of single-family homes and duplexes.

-Chestnut Equity  4-story apartment building on Route 70.

-560 Cross Street, LLC 71-lot subdivision with 66 duplex lots, retail/office space, and a house of worship.

-1127 CL, LLC  Use variance for an office building on East County Line Road.

-Ohel Gittel – Use variance for a dormitory on 1070 Cross Street.

- Trump says the White House helipad is being built because the new Marine One choppers are too powerful to land without destroying the South Lawn: "Sikorsky is paying for it... they're paying the full cost."

 -  Vacant for more than two decades, a fitness club is moving into the former Staples store at Town & Country Shopping Center on Route 70.

- NJ Motor Vehicle Commission agencies could have to return to the pre-pandemic practice of doing all license and vehicle transactions and talk walk-if if two bills in the legislature are passed.

- President Trump revealed he pushed back against suggestions to postpone or reschedule his America 250 Independence Day speech: TRUMP: "They had 150,000 THOUSAND people come back!" "They said, we'll do it another time. I said, NO WE WON'T! We're doing it on the 4th of July!" "I think the 150,000 was more impressive than the original 425,000!"

Shuls across Bet Shemesh will hold a special Yom Tefillah today for the gezeiras Giyus

- Iran Escalates Tensions, Fires Two Missiles at Commercial Ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

- Israeli Ambassador to the US Leiter stated: "The trilateral agreement between Israel, Lebanon, and the United States supersedes the MOU between the US and Iran regarding Lebanon. The framework of the new agreement takes precedence over the previous clauses concerning the Lebanese border and security arrangements."

- A Hamas commander responsible for training the terror group’s elite Nukhba Force ahead of the October 7, 2023, onslaught was killed in an overnight strike in the northern Gaza Strip, the IDF says

- Trump on Iran: "I could dismantle all of their infrastructure in a moment, and they know that, but I prefer to reach an agreement with them." Either Iran will make a deal, or we will complete the mission, and that won't be difficult.

- President Donald Trump says Iran has offered concessions in the nuclear talks, before admitting that those proposals aren’t final. “We’ve gotten concessions, now they have to hold [to] those concessions,” Trump tells reporters in the Oval Office.

- A airstrike in the northern Gaza Strip over the weekend targeted five Hamas operatives who were attempting to restore a tunnel system, the military says.

- The Hamas media office announced: The Chairman of the Governmental Emergency Committee announced his resignation - ahead of the transfer of professional management to the National Committee for Gaza Management. It was noted that employees will continue to fulfill their roles and that the current governmental institution heads will be considered temporary during the transition phase

- The Board of Peace says it will assess developments in Gaza “by actions, not promises,” after Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing administration in the Strip in preparation for the transfer of authority to the Board’s technocratic National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.

- PM Netanyahu on Fox News about the planned meeting with Trump: We haven't set a date yet. We weakened Iran and I want to expand the Abraham Accords and advance additional agreements

- At Khamenei's funeral in Tehran: Photos of LauraLoomer, Donald Trump, benshapiroMiriam Adelson, Lindsey Grahamand others, with red targets on their faces. The signs read: "In the end, your heads will be splashed."

Weather 89° Partly cloudy with scattered strong storms developing during the afternoon. Damaging winds with some storms. Chance of rain 40%.

Severe thunderstorms could hit New Jersey with heavy rain on Sunday and Monday. A flood watch has been issued and high winds could cause additional power

- Trump: I would like to congratulate Freedom 250, a Great White House Commission, and Pyrotecnico, on producing the Most Spectacular Fireworks Show I have ever seen, and I’ve seen them all. Congratulations on a job well done! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- 8:00pm Severe weather:Flood watch issued for entire state with multiple rounds of fierce thunderstorms in forecast

More than 65K without power with more severe thunderstorms ahead today

- Satmar rebbe aRav Aaron heads to Hatlaam

New Hampshire for summer vacation.

- Following the completion of this afternoon's F-IFA World Cup match between Brazil and Norway at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, a bomb threat was phoned into Secaucus Police regarding an explosive device at the stadium

- Trump: GET SMART REPUBLICANS, IF YOU DON'T, YOU WON'T BE IN OFFICE FOR LONG!"

President Trump is renewing his push to end the Senate filibuster, saying Republicans should act before Democrats have the opportunity to do so if they return to power. Trump argued that failing to act could have long-term political consequences for the GOP.

- Lalewood Shomrim distributing generators for those who need  due to the storm

-A seaplane made a hard landing and went down in the East River near FDR Drive in Manhattan, officials said. FDNY crews transported all occupants safely to shore, with no immediate reports of serious injuries.

2pm Lakewood  Affected

331 of 37,021 (< 1%

Estimated Time of Restoration

07/08/2026 11:30 PM

- Expect heavy traffic today in the GSP Jersey shore area.

 - Ocean county park and Shanandoa are closed due to fallen trees & fire.(submitted)

Updated: POSPPONED TO LATER DATE DUE TO WEATHER

 Lakewood fireworks show: Weather permitting rain in forecast this evening.

America 250: Tonight  Lakewood Township to Host Un “Drones and Fireworks” Independence Day Celebration  at Lake Carasaljo viewable from both North and South Lake Drives.Sunday July 5th. Drone Show will begin at 8:45 pm; and lead into the fireworks show at approximately 9:00 pm.

- Giyus: Sharp opinion of the Treasury against a Basic Law for Torah study. "Restoring the allowances will prevent going out to work, which will severely harm growth and the welfare of all citizens, and will force the state to raise direct taxes by 16% in the future"

- The Israeli Outreach Center and Moon Night Org are hosting a lecture in Lakewood by attorney Moshe Cohen-Eliya, a participant on Israel's Channel 14 program The Patriots, on "Media and the Social Struggle in Israel." The event will take place on Sunday, July 5, at 8:45 p.m. at 978 River Ave., Lakewood, with separate seating and a $35 admission fee. Registration is required.

- President Donald Trump used a speech at Mount Rushmore National Memorial ahead of Independence Day to warn that communism threatens American freedom and the Constitution. He urged Americans to uphold the ideals of the Founding Fathers, calling communism the opposite of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" and stating that communist regimes caused about 100 million deaths in the 20th century."

- Giyus: After years in which the gezeiras giyus and the arrests of yeshiva bochurim received little or no coverage in the U.S. frum newspapers, those publications have begun⁰ reporting on these developments over the past few weeks. This shift comes as the number of arrests has increased significantly, with reports indicating that approximately 50 yeshiva bochurim were in military custody over Shabbos.

- The Lakewood Township Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) recently closed on a $4.9 million loan with the New Jersey Water Bank to construct a public sanitary sewer conveyance system in the Old Pine Acres neighborhood of Lakewood Township. The project will allow existing homeowners in the neighborhood to connect to the public sanitary sewer system and eliminate reliance on individual septic systems and septic fields.

- A coalition of Roshei Yeshiva has introduced new summer camp standards aimed at strengthening the Torah atmosphere. The guidelines include a ban on cell phones for 9th–11th graders, a zero-tolerance alcohol policy for campers and staff, and stricter standards for camp programming, trips, and entertainment. Participating camps have agreed to follow the guidelines, and yeshivos may discourage attendance at camps that do not comply

Maintain a true Torah atmosphere: Programming, trips, concerts, and kumzitzes should reflect Torah values. Destinations should be carefully vetted, performers and music should meet high standards of ruchniyus, and disco or colored lights are prohibited.

- Crust Co. Pizza in West long  Branch now under JSOR hashgacha 

- Thousands of residents across Lakewood were left without power over Shabbos after a record-breaking heat wave placed heavy demand on the electrical grid and powerful storm winds knocked out electricity just as Shabbos began. Many families spent most of Shabbos without power and were unable to prepare in advance or enjoy hot meals. While some remained in their homes despite the difficult conditions, others were welcomed by neighbors and relatives with electricity for meals and sleeping accommodations. Because the outages occurred with little warning shortly before Shabbos, many families had no opportunity to make alternative arrangements in advance

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 Weather 89° Partly cloudy with scattered strong storms developing during the afternoon. Damaging winds with some storms. Chance of rain 40%.

- JCP&L Crews continue making progress after severe storms blew through our service area. Approx 67k customers are without service, and the vast majority are expected to have power restored by Tuesday night, with the remaining customers expected to be in service by Wednesday night.

- More than 65K New Jersey homes without power with more severe thunderstorms ahead today

- 8:00 pm Ocean  County,  customers effected 2,562 of 260,714 (< 1%)

Lakewood customers Affected 270 of 37,021 (< 1%)

- 4pm Lakewood Number Customers Affected

309. 1% Customers Served 37,021

2 pm  Lakewood  Customers Affected

331 of 37,021 (< 1%)

Estimated Time of Restoration

07/08/2026 11:30 PM

-12:00pm Lakewood Customers Affected

2,002 of 37,021 (5%)

10:30 Lakewood 2,011 of 37,021 (5%)

9:15 am Customers Affected

Ocean ckunty ,890 of 260,714 (4%)

Lakewood 2,229 of 37,021 (6%)

- 7:15 am JCP&L Customers Affected

Ocean county 11,573 of 260,714 (4%)

Lakewood 1,251 of 37,021 (3%)

Howell 2,150 of 22,043 (10%)

Jackson 468 of 23,877 (2%)

Manchester 82 of 27,536 (< 1%)

Toms River 438 of 49,352 (< 1%)

Brick 1,596 of 36,268 (4%)

No ETA for restoration 

- JCP&L is warning those who remain without power to prepare for the possibility of an extended outage.

We know many of our customers are spending the holiday without power, and we understand how disruptive and frustrating that can be. Thank you for your patience and understanding as our crews work in tough conditions to restore power.

JCP&L is providing free ice and bottled water to affected customers at participating Acme, Food Circus, and ShopRite locations. Customers can request a voucher at the  customer service desk.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM for southern New Jersey.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning continues for Toms River NJ, Lakewood NJ and Long Branch NJ until 10:45 PM EDT

- Update 1:15 am  Lakewood Number Customers Affected

2,232

- Trump : Best fireworks show, EVER! 

President DJT

-The United States just set a WORLD RECORD for the largest fireworks display in history.

850,000 shells lit up the sky over Washington, D.C, shattering last year’s 20,000-shell show.

President Trump and Melania watched from the National Mall alongside thousands of spectators through the entire finale.

12:30am JCP&L

Number Customers Affected

Lakewood 2,228

Jackson 766

Toms River 700

Manchester 446

Howell 5224

- Fireworks illuminate the Washington Monument and the National Mall as America celebrates Independence Day with the nation's largest fireworks display.

-Several bochurim at a yeshiva in Rechasim were reportedly assaulted by a group of violent youths on Motzoei Shabbos. Some injured students said they were afraid to call police or seek medical treatment because they feared arrest as military draft deserters. 

- Trump: We are ONE PEOPLE, ONE FAMILY, with ONE FLAG — and as our Declaration of Independence tells us, we are all made in the image of one Almighty God.

- Trump: The world has seen the great empires, vast kingdoms, mighty nations, and terrible tyrants — they came and they went. But after two-and-a-half centuries, this American Republic still stands tall and strong.

This American Flag still waves proud and free and beautiful.

We have thrived and flourished because our founders were great, our cause was just, our people are brave, our culture is exceptional, and our destiny is written by God.

After 250 years, the Spirit of 1776 still lives within us all.

- Trump mentions Emunah: We are made in the courage, fire, flesh, and blood of the best and the bravest people this world has ever produced. Tonight, we pledge allegiance to the flag they gave us — and we say, 'God bless the immortal patriots of 1776, and LONG LIVE THE CAUSE OF INDEPENDENCE!'

- 12:00 am Howel JCPL Customers Affected

4,968 of 22,043 (23%)

- President Trump celebrates America's 250th anniversary by honoring the Declaration of Independence and hailing the United States as the single greatest nation in human history.

"For 250 years, the United States of America has been the hope, the promise, the light and the glory among all of the nations of the world."

"All over the world, they try and be like us. Nobody can be like us. And with God's help, we will always be this or even better." | 

- 11:45 pm JCP&L update for Lakewood 

Number Customers Affected

2,191 6% of Customers Served 37,021

Number of Damaged Circuits 22

Estimated Restoration Time

No Information Available

- Power outages continue in and off tonight as the thunderstorms roll through the area.

Westgate a d prospect street lost power briefly

- During the Friday evening severe storms on July 3, Lakewood, NJ, experienced violent straight-line wind gusts estimated between 60 and 70 mph. These hurricane-force gusts hit Central and South Jersey between 8:00 PM and 8:30 PM, downing trees and power lines across the area. 

- Update still many areas with No power restored

- JCP&L: Severe storms moved through our service area overnight, bringing damaging winds that caused widespread tree and equipment damage across many communities. Since the storms passed, crews have been working around the clock to assess damage, make repairs and restore service as quickly and safely as possible.

Additional personnel were positioned early this week ahead of the heat wave, and more than 1,700 workers are currently engaged in restoration efforts. Additional line, transmission, and forestry crews are continuing to arrive to help accelerate restoration work.

Our crews will continue working 24/7 throughout the holiday weekend until all customers have power restored. At the same time, we are closely monitoring the potential for additional severe weather this weekend. While our focus remains restoring service to affected customers, we are also prepared to respond should new outages occur.

We recognize the impact these outages have on families and holiday plans. Please know that restoring service safely and as quickly as possible remains our top priority. We are committed to keeping you informed as restoration progresses and appreciate your continued patience and support.

- Watch Live Trump to deliver remarks at the salute to America 250 celebration in Washington DC Here

-Attendees are returning as the National Mall reopens ahead of President Trump's delayed 11 p.m. remarks.

- Weather Pouring rain and winds began motzei Shabbos. Thunderstorms, some strong during the evening will give way to cloudy skies after midnight. Low 72F. Chance of rain 100%.

- Due to the holiday weekend, there was no visibility of utility, emergency, or township vehicles throughout Shabbos. Residents were unable to fully report power outages or receive updates while remaining in their homes. As the heat wave continued, many were left without information or assistance during a particularly difficult and potentially dangerous situation.

- Thousands of residents across Lakewood were left without power over Shabbos after a record-breaking heat wave placed heavy demand on the electrical grid and powerful storm winds knocked out electricity just as Shabbos began. Many families spent most of Shabbos without power and were unable to prepare in advance or enjoy hot meals. While some remained in their homes despite the difficult conditions, others were welcomed by neighbors and relatives with electricity for meals and sleeping accommodations. Because the outages occurred with little warning shortly before Shabbos, many families had no opportunity to make alternative arrangements in advance. Power was restored shabbos afternoon at 3pm.

Areas affected by power outages included locations along Central Avenue and the Cedarbridge corridor.

- An estimated 140,000 customers of Jersey Central Power & Light were without electricity throughout the state on Saturday evening, following the powerful, fast-moving storm that tore through the region Friday night amid the ongoing brutal summer heat wave.

- New Jersey officials reported 19 suspected heat-related deaths since Thursday as an extreme heat wave continues across the state. The announcement was made Saturday by Health Commissioner Dr. Raynard E. Washington during a news conference with Gov. Mikie Sherrill in Woodbridge. The deaths are still under investigation and have not yet been officially confirmed as heat-related.

- Trump tonight: Storms bring luck to whatever the occasion. They also make events a little bit more exciting! We will wait it out, I don’t care if it’s 2:00 O’Clock in the morning, or in one hour from now. Looks like it is going to pass, they always do. I will be there no matter what, but the “what” usually turns out to be a good thing. It’s Saturday night, LETS HAVE SOME FUN, even if we are out late tonight. They say 11:00 O’Clock for the speech. Who cares??? Remember two weeks ago when the big UFC Event was at 100% chance of heavy rain, all week long, and just minutes before the card started. Well, there wasn’t a single drop, and the fights turned out to be among the greatest in history, an event for the ages. Our great veterans, especially the old timers, many of whom are there, went through hellfire, and it didn’t stop them. It’s not going to stop us either! I’m not going to let some rain stop our 250th. I’m leaving the White House soon. God Bless America! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- The National Mall has quickly become a ghost town. Salute to America guests were evacuated from the site as severe thunderstorms rolled into the area, with loudspeakers ordering everyone to leave, assisted by National Guards and Secret Service. Fox news says attendees were visibly frustrated as they were leaving, and there is currently no update on a reopening or when the event will resume.

-  Ted Cruz: The fireworks are great, but God’s fireworks show—celebrating America’s 250–puts to shame anything done by man.

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Friday, July 3, 2026 / י"ח תמוז תשפ"ו

ערב שבת פרשת פינחס

- Candle lighting 8:11 pm

- Shkia/sunset 8:29 pm

-Weather: Friday night 78° scattered thunderstorms during the evening. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. Chance of rain 40%.

Shabbos day:101° Mostly sunny skies. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible

מפטירין דברי ירמיהו לפרשת מטות שלשה דפרענותא

הָלֹךְ וְקָרָאתָ בְאָזְנֵי יְרוּשָׁלַ‍ִם לֵאמֹר: כֹּה אָמַר ה׳ זָכַרְתִּי לָךְ חֶסֶד נְעוּרַיִךְ אַהֲבַת כְּלוּלֹתָיִךְ, לֶכְתֵּךְ אַחֲרַי בַּמִּדְבָּר בְּאֶרֶץ לֹא זְרוּעָה

           הפטרה פרשת פינחס

  As the Medina shel chesed celebrates 250 birthday of independence  on July 4th, some shuls recite the tefilah of הנותן תשועה למלכים

The following prayer has been said by Jewish communities for millennia for the protection and blessing of leaders and Kings who's countries they lived in. 

הנותן תשועה למלכים" וממשלה לנסיכים. מלכותו מלכות כל עולמים. הפוצה את דוד עבדו מחרב רעה הנותן בים דרך ובמים עזים נתיבה 

הוא יברך וישמור וינצור ויעזור וירומם ויגדל וינשא למעלה את הפרעזידענט ואת הווייס־פרעזידענט

of the united states of america

מלך מלכי המלכים ברחמיו יחיים וישמרם, ומכל צרה ויגון ונזק יצילם. וידבר עמים תחת רגליהם. ויפיל שונאיהם לפניהם. ובכל אשר יפנו יצליחו: מלך מלכי המלכים, ברחמיו יתן בלבם ובלב כל יועציהם ושריהם רחמנות לעשות טובות עם כל העמים ועם כל ישראל. בימיהם ובימינו תוושע יהודה וישראל ישכון לבטח. ובא לציון גואל. וכן יהי רצון. ונאמר אמן:

Friday, July 3, 2026 / י״ח תמוז תשפ״ו ערב שבת פרשת פינחס

Candle lighting 8:11 pm

Shkiah/Sunset 8:29 pm

Weather: Today 103° sunshine followed by isolated thunderstorms this afternoon. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. Chance of rain 30%.

Friday night 78° scattered thunderstorms during the evening. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. Chance of rain 40%.

Shabbos day:101° Mostly sunny skies. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible

Motzei Shabbos 73° Potential for severe thunderstorms.  Chance of rain 50%

Sunday hi 86

- America celebrates 250th birthday on the fourth of July independence day. Millions of spectators expected to descend on Washington D.C. to celebrate "Salute to America 250” events and fireworks  taking place in the nation's capital.

- Power outages in Westgate and other areas of Lakewood 

- Chavivim Ocean county has run out of distributing Portable Air conditioners

- Catskill NWS issues severe thunderstorm warning for southwestern  Sullivan County until 6:45 pm

-Prepare  for power ouutages on Shabbos:

Power grid operator PJM, the organization responsible for the electricity in New Jersey and 13 other states, says it is under a "federal alert" to cut electricity consumption across its territory as it deals with generator outages, massive overloading on its transmission lines ⁠and a surge in air conditioning use from prolonged sweltering heat.

- PSA: During extreme heat, some residential central AC systems can't keep indoor temperatures below the upper 70s. Many homeowners are adding window AC units to help keep their homes cooler.

 - A pilot paid tribute to America's 250th anniversary with a patriotic flight over Ohio ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

- Footage shows a Cessna tracing "USA 250th" inside the outline of the contiguous United States, creating a striking aerial salute to the nation's milestone birthday.

- Trump: It is my Great Honor to have just signed Pardons for six people who were persecuted by the Biden Administration, and were in, or being sent to, prison, for “fixing their car.” While I know this sounds ridiculous, it is nevertheless a fact, and part of the Weaponization and Stupidity that our Country had to endure during four long years of Sleepy Joe Biden. I AM SETTING THEM ALL FREE, RIGHT NOW! President DONALD J. TRUMP

-  Inaugural issue of Hamavdil periodical has been distributed to Lakewood area residents  a seasonal magazine bringing awareness to the nisyonos and distractions of technology 

- Media Personality Benny Johnson: 

Communist NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who just came to this country, chose to become an American, is deciding he is the foremost authority to tell Americans what it means to be American. He has the AUDACITY, on America's 250th birthday, to call our great nation "an arena of supremacy" — a nation that "persecutes," ruled by "oligarchs."He sneers that his fellow Americans are "small, weak, unoriginal."He says “ICE is invading our streets” while he endorses and welcomes an invasion of third-world savages. Millions dream of the gift he was given. A man who spends his time burning the most American city to the ground does not deserve to be America, let alone dictate to others what it means to be an America.

- NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani used America’s 250th anniversary to sharply criticize the country, accusing the U.S. of allowing children to go hungry while billionaires and “oligarchs” gain more power. He said America’s wealth was built by working people with “calloused, dirt-streaked hands" while accusing the country of allowing the wealth built by workers to be concentrated in “the soft hands of a precious few.”

- Update: Mir Yeshiva yerushalayim has denied reports that the 21-year-old American bochur indicted on espionage charges was one of its students, stating he was never enrolled, never studied there, and has no connection to the yeshiva. The yeshiva also criticized media outlets for linking it to the case, calling the reports false and misleading. The suspect is accused of carrying out assignments for Iranian operatives, including photographing locations, conducting dead-drop missions, and allegedly attempting to recruit other yeshiva bochurim in exchange for cryptocurrency payments.

- Giyus: The first-ever cadets in the IDF’s Hasmonean Brigade for ultra-Orthodox soldiers completed the first part of their officers’ course this week.

- Knesset Member Yuli Edelstein, a senior lawmaker who has served in several leadership roles during his decades in office, announces he is leaving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party. “I do not intend to run in the Likud primaries, I am setting off on a new political path,” Edelstein says, in an interview with Channel 12’s “Meet the Press,” that will air in full tomorrow evening.

- U.S. security agencies are preparing for possible terror threats ahead of America’s 250th Independence Day celebrations tomorrow.

- Giyus: 43 yeshiva students spensding shabbos in jail for Draft dodging 

- B"H condition of Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik has improved and he was released back home according to reports.

- Lakewood township 4th of July fireworks and drone show scheduled for Sunday night 8:45pm at the  lake 

- Many  Admorim will be spending shabbos in the Catskills 

- The US has issued warnings to Warsaw that Russia is preparing to launch an armed attack on its territory as a provocation intended to test NATO's determination and cohesion. According to the warnings, critical infrastructure in Poland could be targeted by missile or drone attacks, or Russian soldiers could cross the border into the territory of a NATO member state

-With millions expected to travel to the Jersey Shore over the holiday weekend, motorists should plan for extra travel time if heading to the coast. nj 12

- Kashrus PSA The CRC Kashrus Division is reminding the public to remain vigilant about kashrus while shopping during the summer. Consumers should verify the country of origin of fruits due to terumos and maasros concerns with produce from Eretz Yisroel, avoid cut-up fruit from non-Jewish stores, ensure fish is identified by its kosher סימני טהרה rather than its name alone, and maintain the same kashrus standards when traveling as they do throughout the year.

- The rotunda of New Jersey State House bedecked in red, white and blue in honor of the country's 250th anniversary celebration.

The Trenton building, just off the Delaware River, is the third-oldest state house in use in the country.  Onejersey

- A message to Americans... 250 years from now.

A 900-pound time capsule packed with items from all 50 states has officially been sealed ahead of America's 250th birthday. The capsule, created by the nonpartisan America250 commission, will be buried in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, and isn't scheduled to be opened until the year 2276. After years of planning, engineers say the moment the lid was finally sealed was both surreal and emotional, as part of many celebrations for a special independence day.

- Howell, NJ: A 24-year-old woman has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child after allegedly leaving four children, including a 6-month-old infant, in a running car for more than 20 minutes while shopping at Walmart on Sunday. The car was left running Police found the children sweating in the vehicle on an approximately 80-degree afternoon. EMS evaluated them at the scene, and they were not injured. The investigation is ongoing.

- Governor Sherrill signed landmark voting rights legislation on Thursday, making New Jersey the first state in the nation to enact new state-level voting rights protections following the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais.

- A 21-year-old American bochur  living in Yerushalayim and attending a mainstream yeshiva ( Update: The reported yeshiva denies the bochur  was registered there) and  has been indicted on charges of carrying out espionage missions for Iranian intelligence in exchange for cryptocurrency payments totaling approximately $1,379 (about NIS 4,225). He was responded to an ad on the Telegram App and through that made contact with Iranian agents who asked him to take pictures of buildings around Yerushalayim.

- Tucker Carlson says he is committed to helping launch a new political party in the United States, declaring that the Republican and Democratic parties have become indistinguishable on the issues he believes matter most and promising to work toward breaking what he called a one-party political system.

He argued that “because of this war…America’s relationship with Israel, while it may be based on good intentions, is hurting the United States very badly” and urged Washington to end all assistance to Israel, saying, “I don’t think the United States owes Israel anything. I don’t think the United States should give Israel anything. I think we should stop all aid to Israel, all special deals for Israel.”

At the Woodbourne shul in the Catskills the Nilolsburger rebbe prepares the food for Oisfasten after the fast last night.

-  PM Netanyahu just spoke with President Trump and congratulated him on the 250th anniversary of US Independence Day. During their call, the PM stated that the US is a guarantor of global freedom and that Israel highly values the close ties between the two nations. PM Netanyahu and President Trump agreed to meet soon in the US.

- Netanyahu informed the military echelon - the terror tunnel in the Ali Taher ridge will not be destroyed without Trump's approval  i24 news 

- The military says the Israeli Air Force struck some 10 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon yesterday, in response to an attack on troops earlier, and separately hit a cell of operatives identified near Israel’s buffer zone.

- A Hamas terrorist who abducted IDF officer Cpt. Daniel Perez during the October 7, 2023, onslaught and later held hostages Yotam Haim, Samar Talalka, and Alon Shamriz in captivity was killed in a strike in the northern Gaza Strip this week, the military and Shin Bet announced.

- A IDF reservist soldier was severely wounded in a clash with a Hezbollah gunman in southern Lebanon’s Bint Jbeil yesterday afternoon, the military announces. He was taken to a hospital, and his family was notified, the IDF adds.

- The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lay in state in a vast hall in Tehran on Friday as clerics, officials, foreign dignitaries and other mourners paid their respects to Iran’s late Supreme Leader, who was killed in the opening Israeli-American airstrikes of the war against Iran on February 28. Iran is staging a week of mass funeral processions for Khamenei, who held power for 37 years, in a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic’s theocratic state and revolutionary zeal.

-  US President Donald Trump said Thursday that he thinks Iran has “agreed to just about everything we need” in negotiations over a final accord between the two countries.

- Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels threaten Saudi Arabia’s airports and vital assets should Riyadh violate its airspace or attempt to attack it, as the rebels accuse the kingdom of an earlier airspace intrusion.

Hashkafa with Rav Gershon Ribner Shlita

Analyzing Roshai Yeshivos varying style of dress and its impact Reversing an incompatible marriage Unfaithful relationship with G-d mirrors unfaithfulness in marriage Source of connection all sense with Rashbi Traversing from the bitterness of Torah to its sweetness

 ושבעה עשר בתמוז הפך לנו ליום ישועה ונחמה

Fast is over at 9:20pm (50 minute zman) According to R' Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at -9:10 PM

Weather 102° Sunny. Hot and humid. Tomorrow 104° Mainly sunny. Hot and humid. L

- NWS Update today July 1: High temperatures through Shabbos will be 95-105°F for most areas (hottest days expected to be today and Friday), then some cooling Sunday through Tuesday. Overnight low temperatures only dropping into the mid 70s to low 80s will offer little to no relief.Daytime heat index values are forecast to be between 100-110°F through Saturday, including area beaches and mountainous areas. Heat index values locally up to 115°F possible.

A isolated to scattered thunderstorms are possible during the afternoon and evening hours of Friday through Sunday. Any storms may offer some local, temporary relief from the heat.

- Stores will have regular schedules for shabbos shopping 

-Yartzeit shiva Assar B’Tamuz: 28th Yahrtzeit of Rav Yaakov Weinberg zt”l R'Y Ner Yisroel Baltimore

- 25th yartzeit of Rav Yaakov Yitzchak Spiegel Admor of Ostrov-Kalushin, Brownsville. Rav of the Roumanishe Shul - Khal Shaarei Shomayim on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.

- First yartzeit of Rav Eliezer Kupperman ZTL long time administrator at Lakewood yeshiva BMG 

- Trump in an interview with CNBC: "How a Jewish person can vote for a Democrat is beyond me. I've been the best president in the history of Israel, and they acknowledge it."

- Howell Township has postponed its Independence Day celebration, originally set for Thursday, July 2, until a date to be determined

- Today Seder Limud אגרא דתעניתא for bochurim under the leadership and guidance of the Skulen Rebbe shlita at B"M Bais Moshe Minyan Avreichim/BMG corner 10th st and Clifton Ave from 3:00pm.

-8:10 pm Mincha, busses will go to the Gratter bilding for Maariv and oisfasten followed by distributors of prizes for those who learned several hours

-9pm Divrei chizuk by Rav Nachum Binder shlita. 

Maariv 9:26 with the Participation of the Skulener rebbe shlita

- Tonight: Asifas Chizuk and Hisoirerus with the Rosh Yeshiva Rav Yaakov Yankelewitz shlita who will also be relocating his yeshiva from Monsey to Lakewood. Tiferes Bais Yaakov hall 613 Oak st. Drasha at 8:40 pm followed by Maariv 9:10pm with refreshments.

- Due to a publication that was mistakenly circulated in America implying a personal havtachah from the Mashgiach, Rav Dan Segal shlita clarified that he does not give personal guarantees for yeshuos. Any yeshuos come solely in the zechus of the great mitzvah of supporting the hachzakas hamikvaos. Accordingly, anyone who donated based on the understanding that there was a personal havtachah from the Mashgiach is invited to contact Merkaz HaTaharah and receive a full refund.

- PSA Kashrus alert: B'gan Foods and Bodek have announced a kashrus concern involving certain lots of frozen strawberries sourced from Peru. As a precaution, the affected products have been removed from store shelves while rabbinic authorities investigate the issue. The companies emphasized that only strawberries from Peru are affected. Strawberries sourced from all other countries remain unaffected and may be used as usual.

-As New Jersey's heat wave drives up electricity demand, energy officials are urging residents to raise their thermostat by 1–2 degrees, especially between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., when power usage peaks. Experts say the small adjustment can help reduce strain on the electric grid, lower energy bills, and decrease the risk of power outages. Utility companies also recommend using ceiling fans, closing blinds, and running major appliances during cooler hours.

- U.S. Senator Andy Kim visited Reform Temple Beth Am Shalom in Lakewood and met with the Jewish Federation of Ocean County to discuss the impact of antisemitism on local Jewish communities. Kim said the meetings reinforced the need to increase funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program to help protect houses of worship. During his visit to Lakewood, Kim also met with Agudath Israel of New Jersey to learn about its Zahav program for people with Alzheimer's and dementia and the Yahalom program, which supports children with special needs and their families. He praised the organization's work in providing essential support and building community.

- President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video depicting himself as 'Dr. Trump' treating celebrities for Trump Derangement Syndrome. The video features AI-generated testimonials from the celebrities describing their symptoms and improvement after following Trump's advice to turn off fake news, pray, and drink Diet Coke.

-The New Jersey State Police are urging residents to celebrate the Independence Day weekend responsibly as they launch a statewide enforcement campaign targeting impaired and reckless drivers. From 6:00 p.m. Thursday through 6:00 a.m. Monday, more than 140 additional troopers will be deployed across New Jersey, focusing on speeding, aggressive driving, distracted driving, seatbelt violations, and DWI enforcement.

- MTA work zone speed cameras are now live at bridges and tunnels across NYC. Drivers caught going more than 10 mph over the limit will receive a warning for a first offense, followed by fines of $50, $75, and $100 for repeat violations within 18 months.

- Giyus: The Rosh Yeshiva of Mir Yeshiva, Rabbi Eliezer Yehuda Finkel, issued a letter today instructing bochurim not to report to military enlistment offices on their own without first consulting the committee established to assist with draft-related matters. In the letter, he warned, "Do not thrust yourselves into the lions' den of the enlistment danger," urging students to seek guidance before taking any action regarding the army draft.

- Jackson Police have launched a summer traffic enforcement crackdown after the township experienced a record increase in motor vehicle crashes, injuries, and traffic fatalities. The initiative will target speeding, seat belt violations, and other traffic offenses as officials cite population growth as one factor contributing to the rise in accidents. app

- Companies that collect, sell, or trade personal information on New Jersey residents will soon be required to pay an annual state registration fee under a new law. Depending on the size of the business, the fee can reach up to $1.5 million per year and is expected to generate at least $50 million annually for the state.

- The couple who scaled the Empire State Building on Wednesday afternoon during an apparent marriage proposal have been identified as New Jersey couple from East Orange, they were arrested following the incident and charged with burglary, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, violation of local law, possession of burglar’s tools, criminal tampering, criminal trespass and disorderly conduct. A Manhattan judge granted the alleged Empire State Building climbers supervised release

- NYT: The US suspected during the April negotiations that Israel was trying to eliminate the two heads of the negotiating team, Ghalbsf and Araghchi. As a result, the US asked various countries to warn Iran of this possibility. In April, Ghalibaf was scheduled to fly to Islamabad to meet with Vance. Still, Iranian security officials feared that Israel would seize the opportunity to eliminate Ghalibaf or Araghchi, thereby torpedoing the talks

 - Wall Street Journal: The United States and Oman have offered Iran the release of a portion of the frozen funds in exchange for Iran not imposing fees on oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

- The IDF says sirens that sounded a short while ago in the Lebanon border communities of Yiron and Avivim were false alarms.

- Defense Minister Israel Katz says he was updated in an assessment today that the military has demolished 83% of the Hamas tunnels in the IDF-held portion of the Gaza Strip. The assessment with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and other top officers was held to mark 1,000 days since the October 7 onslaught.

- An Iranian military commander warned the United States and Israel on Thursday against any attack as the country prepares for the state funeral of supreme leader ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in Israeli airstrikes on February 28, in the opening attack of the war. “We warn the enemies of Iran, especially the US and the Zionist regime, to avoid any miscalculation and to think about the harsh retaliation our armed forces would make to any threat and aggression against our country,” Ali Abdollahi, commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said in a statement carried by state media.

- A terrorist attacked a Jewish civilian and attempted to run him over near Carmei Tzur in Gush Etzion on Thursday afternoon no one was injured in the incident.BH

- The IDF eliminated a Hezbollah terrorist who emerged from one of the tunnels of the underground infrastructure in the Ali Taher ridge.

- Qatari Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Positive progress has been made in the talks in Doha between Iran and the US. The talks will continue after the funeral ceremonies of Ali Khamenei (the ceremonies will begin on July 4th - the upcoming Saturday, and will continue until July 9th).

Shkiah today 8:29pm

Fast begins at 3:45 AM dawn degrees

or at 4:20 AM dawn fixed minutes per myzmanim

Chasunas:

Hirschman - Klang Ateres Reva

Fisgus - Wenick  Fountain Ballroom

Semah - Ohounah Kesser Moshe Yehuda

Jacobovitch - Finkel Lake Terrace 

Steinfeld - Neuman Neemas Hachaim 

Scheiner - Pruzansky Ateres Esther 

Cohen - Naim Ateres Blima

Serebrowsky Ateres Chaim Elazar 

- Dinner Yeshiva Nachlas Hatorah R"Y Rav Yitzchok Moshe Grossman at Estreia

Weather: 97° Sunshine A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible.

Tomorrow fast of שבעה עשר בתמוז Hi of 103° Hot and humid.

- NWS: Issues extreme heat warning starting today 12:00 pm through shabbos day 8:00 pm 

Fast of 17 Tamuz starts tomorrow morning at 3:45 AM dawn degrees or at 4:20 AM dawn fixed minutes

Tips on how to prepare for a fast according to Rabbi Yechezkel Aschayek author of the sefer חיים בריאים כהלכה One should start preparation from the morning 2 days before by drinking 50 % more water of your daily intake. Drink 20 minutes before eating and after meals, don't drink until the food is digested in order not to dilute the acids that digest the food. 

- Update: Some schools have notified parents if their bud routes have no AC and offering an option to pick up their child with early dismissal tomorrow.

- PSA Please note: Many school buses do not have air conditioning. With the current heat wave, it's something to keep in mind if your children have a long bus ride. Make sure they're well hydrated before leaving and consider sending them with extra water on hot days.

- BDE: Petirah of R’ Moshe Nechemya Lipshitz Z”L of Lakewood, following an illness at the age of 75.Levaya today in Lakewood at the chapel off 7th street, with kevurah at the adjacent bais olam 

- Giyus: The Basic Law on Torah Study passed first reading in Knesset plenum. The law is intended to allow the continuation of funding for the yeshivos and the exemption from draft conscription. to the IDF

- Death toll in Venezuela earthquake climbs to : - 2,295  

- Nearly 20 campers from  a junior air force academy were taken to local hospitals near  Goshen, Ny after a Coach USA charter bus traveling from an upstate New York camp to New Jersey lost air conditioning during the trip. Officials said the campers suffered from heat exhaustion and dehydration, and emergency responders evaluated and treated those affected

- Giyus: Vizhnitz chasidim from Bnei Brak set up an outdoor bais medrash outside the Attorney General's office to protest the arrests of yeshiva students. 

-  NJGOP blasts Gov. Sherrill, Democrats plus Bob Singer and Sean Kean over $60.7 billion budget

“Families across New Jersey are struggling with skyrocketing property taxes, utility bills, tolls, insurance costs, and the highest cost of living in the region,” Hanlon said. “Instead of exercising fiscal discipline, the Governor and Trenton Democrats responded by passing the largest budget in New Jersey history.” 

Two Republicans who represent parts of Ocean and Monmouth Counties including Lakewood, State Sen. Robert Singer and Assemblyman Sean Kean, voted with the Democrats to approve the budget.

- NJ Assemblyman Alex Sauickie Nothing in this budget will make NJ more affordable this year.

Not property taxes.
Not utility bills.
Not tolls.
Not insurance. Trenton keeps spending. You keep paying.

- NJ Legislature OKs bill to fine some employers (with over 50 employees) for workers on Medicaid. This will cost businesses in Lakewood and across New Jersey including yeshivos and school who have rebbein on NJ family care  

Assemblyman Avi Schnall defended the employer Medicaid assessment, saying:

“This is called tax fairness. This is called getting the record straight.” Schnall (D-Ocean) said under the current system, taxpayers are left to foot the full bill for Medicaid, which is expected to cost some $26 billion over the next year, with more than $7 million from New Jersey coffers.  

Schnall argued that under the current system, taxpayers bear the full cost of Medicaid, while the new law requires certain large employers with workers enrolled in Medicaid to contribute toward the program's cost. Nj monitor 

- New Jersey's ongoing drought, combined with an expected heatwave, is increasing the risk of wildfires and putting additional strain on water supplies and farms. Monmouth and Ocean counties remain in severe drought, while parts of southern New Jersey's coastal region are experiencing extreme drought conditions.

- Kamala Harris has reportedly reached out to Zohran Mamdani & pro-Palestinian activists as she lays groundwork for a possible 2028 run.

- BDE: Thousands participate in the Levaya Mekubal Rabbi Amos Guetta zt"l in Netanya after he was murdered last night by an individual who is in police custody. According to initial reports, the suspect was known to police and was believed to have been connected to the rabbi’s circle. He allegedly arrived seeking to daven with Rabbi Guetta, an argument broke out, and he then stabbed the rabbi four times before fleeing. MDA teams fought to save the rabbi’s life, performing prolonged resuscitation efforts before evacuating him in critical condition to Laniado, where doctors were forced to pronounce him dead.

- President Trump says Micron will invest $250 million in Trump Accounts, calling it the largest corporate investment of its kind.

- Today A couple who scale tall buildings have climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City, holding a banner from the skyscraper's antenna reading, at 1,454 feet above the ground.

- NJ Transit fares increased by 3% on July 1, marking the second consecutive year of automatic annual fare hikes. The increase follows a 15% hike in 2024 and brings the total fare increase since then to 21%. Under current policy, NJ Transit fares are scheduled to rise by 3% each July 1.

- President Trump took the inaugural presidential flight on a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar and upgraded for use as Air Force One, departing from Joint Base Andrews to Medora, North Dakota. The flight was to attend the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and a Freedom 250 event.

- Teachers in the Montclair Public Schools district walked out of a mandatory staff training session that included the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism. The training was required under a federal settlement following a complaint alleging discrimination against Jewish students. Critics, including CAIR-NJ, argued the IHRA definition could suppress legitimate criticism of Israel, while supporters say it helps identify and address antisemitism in schools.

- NJ Assembly GOP NJ Assembly GOP Last night at Gov Sherrill’s "Affordability Agenda" press conference:Nobody smiled. She signed the budget privately at 11:22 PM. 38 minutes before the deadline. After promising no new taxes. After promising to end pork giveaways. $800M in new taxes. $360M in pork. Schools underfunded $400M.

- Daily anti ICE protests continue in downtown Lakewood following a recent ICE operation that resulted in the arrest of 10 people. Supporters of those arrested have been holding daily demonstrations, with some comparing the arrests to kidnappings. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement confirmed that 10 individuals it described as being in the country illegally were arrested during the June 24 enforcement action. APP

- The FBI has reportedly determined the original ransom notes tied to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance were fake, according to a new Reuters report citing two FBI sources.

The report says investigators concluded the initial notes sent to media outlets were not authentic

- More than 70,000 had visited the kever of the Ohr Hachaim Hakadosh, as of Wednesday morning to mark the 283rd yartzeit, Israeli officials said.

- Starting today A new Medicare pilot program launching July 1 will allow some eligible beneficiaries to receive certain Ozempic GLP-1 weight-loss medications, including Wegovy and Zepbound, for a $50 monthly copay through the end of 2027. The program is limited to qualifying participants

letter calling for strengthening tefillos during the 3 weeks of bein hamstring in light of the gezeiras giyus

Vishnitz chasidim Giyus protest in front of AG office  building

 - Trump: “Iran is moving along well. They've had very good meetings, and we'll see. We hit them very hard for three nights, as you know. But we're getting along very well, so I call it denuclearization. And it's all taking place. It's all going well."

- Reuters: Indirect and technical negotiations between the US and Iran, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, have begun in Doha. Yesterday, Witkoff and Kushner met with the Prime Minister of Qatar, but they are NOT currently participating in the talks.

 - Saudi report from negotiations: Initial agreement reached between the US and Iran to release $3 billion to Iran from frozen funds

- Araghchi is upset that Israel Defense Minister Kats threatened Mojtaba’s life: “The terms of the Islamabad MoU are crystal clear and public for all to see. POTUS has committed the U.S. to muzzling its pets in Tel Aviv. If they ignore their master, Iran will school them. Any threat against our People and Leadership will receive Immediate Powerful Response.”

- Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary in a direct threat on Trump and Bibi: “The file of revenge for the pure blood of Khamenei and the innocent martyrs of Iran remains open. The instigators and perpetrators of these crimes will be punished in due time - and the day will not be far off.”

- Trump’s Board of Peace in response to the UN trying to get UNRAW funds:”UNRWA has no place in the new Gaza. We are turning the page on the complex of perpetual aid dependency & conflict. The people of Gaza deserve better.”

- Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, at the Herzliya Conference: “Without the Jewish people, the United States would never have come into existence. Our founding fathers in America understood this”

- US-Saudi relations have significantly deteriorated in recent months amid anger in Riyadh over Washington’s decision to launch a war against Iran that has caused massive blowback for the rest of the region, Wall Street Journal reports. Saudi Arabia refused to allow the US to use its bases in order to conduct Project Freedom, which was aimed at breaking Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz by escorting stuck ships out of the channel.

Chasunas:

Svei - Pam Ateres Reva

Semah - Beyda  Lake Terrace 

Weiss - Biala Bais Faiga

Lichtenstein - Lauer Fountain Ballroom 

Cohen - Vine Kesser Moshe Yehuda 

Kaganoff - Schnal Ateres Esther 

Friedman - Dorfman Ateres Blima 

Lichtenstein - Basch Neemas Hachaim 

Russak - Brezak- Ateres Chaim Elazer

- Hashkafa in the  workplace Q&A with  Rav Shalom Kamenetzky at yeshiva Ohr Yehuda 110 Franklin st. Lakewood 8:30 pm.

- Hanochas Even HaPina today at Bais Medrash Minchas Shaul 30 Essex drive at Mesivta Nezer HaTorah R"Y Rav Refoel Brus Shlita 

- Hanochas Even HaPina Yeshiva Gedolah of Monmouth county 160 Doria Lakewood R"Y Rav Yaakov Dovid wasserman shlita

Road closures:

- LPD Traffic Alert: Tonight 6:30 The Townships's contractor will be performing intersection improvements at Carey Street and Forest Avenue starting at 10:00 PM. During construction, the intersection will be closed to through traffic. A detour will direct motorists to use Route 9 between 14th Street and 9th Street. Forest Avenue between 14th Street and 9th Street will remain open to local traffic and residents only. Residents shall access their homes from the side of Carey Street on which their residence is located

 Weather: 92° Sun and clouds mixed. 

- Yartzeit today 15 Tamuz: Rav Chaim ben Atar, the Or HaChaim Hakadosh (1696-1743). Author of Or HaChaim Al HaTorah,

- SCOTUS has just agreed to hear the case of Daniel Grand, an Orthodox Jew forbidden from holding a Sabbath prayer meeting in his Ohio home without a “special use permit.” City officials later harassed him and encouraged neighbors to watch his home for signs of religious activity

- Israeli police arrested a American Yeshiva bochur in his Dira at the  Bar Ilan area for protesting against the light rail construction site in Yerushalayim. There  are hafganos following the arrest.

- President Donald J. Trump announced that the Republican Party will hold what he calls its first-ever midterm convention in Dallas on September 9–10. He says the event will celebrate his administration's policies and achievements, feature speeches and entertainment, and serve as a major rally ahead of America's 250th anniversary.

- LPD Traffic Alert: Tonight 630 The Townships's contractor will be performing intersection improvements at Carey Street and Forest Avenue starting at 10:00 PM. During construction, the intersection will be closed to through traffic. A detour will direct motorists to use Route 9 between 14th Street and 9th Street. Forest Avenue between 14th Street and 9th Street will remain open to local traffic and residents only. Residents shall access their homes from the side of Carey Street on which their residence is located

- LGBT toeiva bill Passed by the Assembly (55-23-0) with two not voting

Assemblyman Avi Schnall voted against the bill A2218 , after consulting with the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah of America according to a press release sent to  frum media outlets. The official voting roll  callbhas not yet  beeen published.

Critics argued the bill is broad enough to potentially expose religious leaders, faith-based organizations, counselors, and others to legal consequences for expressing or acting on sincerely held beliefs regarding abortion or gender-transition procedures.

- Yeshivos and businesses in New Jersey will now have ro pay hundreds of thousands of dollars per year

The New Jersey Assembly has passed A-5324, which would require certain employers to pay an annual fee for employees and their dependents—who receive health insurance through the State Medicaid program. For employers with 500 or more employees, the fee would be $725 per covered individual. For example, if a business or yeshiva with 500 or more employees has 200 employees enrolled in Medicaid (with no covered dependents), it would owe $145,000 annually under the bill.

- Hanochas Even HaPina today at Bais Medrash Minchas Shaul 30 Essex drive at Mesivta Nezer HaTorah r"Y Rav Refoel Brus Shlita 

- Hanochas Even HaPina Yeshiva Gedolah of Monmouth county 160 Doria Lakewood R"Y Rav Yaakov Dovid wasserman shlita 

- Trump officially declares a power emergency for the nation’s largest grid ahead of an extreme heat wave.

- The CDC is investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections after 145 people across 20 states, including New Jersey and New York, became ill between May and mid-June. Twenty people have been hospitalized, though no deaths have been reported.

The parasite can cause explosive watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and other intestinal symptoms. Health officials say most cases can be treated with antibiotics, and they continue to investigate the source of the outbreak.

- Border Czar Tom Homan says Democrats have sold out the country by allowing illegal aliens to pour in.. Homan: "They sold this country's safety and national security out for future political power!" "Here's the truth: they think when a democratic adminisration gets back in power, they'll award amnesty to millions of people who they think will bew futre democrat voters!"

- A New Jersey middle school has recalled its yearbooks after a childhood photo of Adolf Hitler was discovered in the "baby pictures" section. East Brook Middle School in Paramus launched an investigation into how the image was included. Principal Ryan Aupperlee directed families to return all yearbooks immediately after the error was discovered to prevent further distribution.

- By a 48-22 vote, the New Jersey Assembly approved the new fee on businesses and organizations in the state that employ more than 50 people on Medicaid. 

Assemblymen Avi Schnall and Gary Schaer voted yes in committee  yesterday.

The bill now moves to the Senate, which is expected to vote on the measure later this evening. employers with between 50 and 250 employees on Medicaid will pay $325 annually per employee and each dependant, between 250 and 500 employees will pay $525, and $725 for every employee over 500.

- The New Jersey Assembly has passed A4085 by a 50-21 vote. Republicans opposed the bill, arguing it could lead retailers to eliminate customer loyalty programs, such as ShopRite's Price Plus card, because of new restrictions on the use of consumer data for discounts. Supporters of the legislation dispute that claim, saying the bill strengthens consumer privacy protections without ending loyalty programs

- Trump: I would like to congratulate President Xi, and the Great Country of China, on their massive Birthright Citizenship WIN! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- President Trump says the Supreme Court has treated Republicans FAIRLY and that we will right the wrong of birthright citizenship through Congress “The biggest and most consequential Decision issued by the Court, by far, is the Slaughter Case, which overturned the very famous Humphrey’s Executor Rule. This whole concept of “Power” has been fought over for nearly 100 years, going all the way back to Franklin Delanor Roosevelt, where a large slice of his Power was taken away. He fought to regain it, even wanting to “pack the Court,” but was unsuccessful in doing so. This Decision gives tremendous additional Power back to the Presidency, where it belongs. It is an Honor to be the sitting President who, after all these years, WON this very important, and hard fought, Case.” “We had other good Victories, too, and we also had the Birthright Citizenship loss, which we will work to correct in Congress, but the big SLAUGHTER, was SLAUGHTER. The Republican Party was treated very fairly by the United States Supreme Court. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP”

- Knesset House Committee votes 10-4 to advance a proposed Basic Law declaring Torah study a foundational value of the State of Israel.

Promoted by the ultra-Orthodox parties, the legislation is intended to shield draft evaders from sanctions and prosecution. Absent a constitution, Basic Laws in Israel have the highest legal status in the country.

- IDF representative in the Knesset, Shay Taib: 'There are already more than 90,000 charedim evading military service; the number is growing at an alarming rate.'"

- NJ  legislature votes Today on budget: $611M in pork. $765M in tax increases. Watch proceeding here

With a change in routine today and schedule especially with hot weather It’s important to keep the safeguards and implement reminders not to forget a child in the car. A good deterrent is for the Morah to call after a pre set time if the baby does not come after 10:15 am. It should be mandatory to take attendance each morning and call both parents if baby or child is not there by 10:30.

- Lakewood shuttle bus routes  and schedules on township website has not updated the routes schedule since 2023.

- Missionaries continue dropping off material in Lakewood neighborhoods leaving paraphernalia at people's front door

- Supreme Court rules against Trump's Day 1 executive order to end birthright citizenship, deciding children born in US to parents in country illegally are citizens at birth under Fourteenth Amendment

- Supreme Court decides in favor of West Virginia and Idaho laws restricting transgender athletes from competing in women's sports

- The Supreme Court just handed states a major victory in one of the country's most closely watched culture battles: protecting girls' and women's sports. In a 6-3 ruling along ideological lines, the court upheld laws in Idaho and West Virginia banning transgender students from competing in women's and girls' school sports.

- Mir Yerushalayim has received approval from the Jerusalem Municipality for a major expansion of its current campus. The project will connect existing buildings with bridges and walkways, replace older structures, and utilize nearby properties acquired by the yeshiva. Once completed, the expanded campus is expected to accommodate approximately 10,000 talmidim.

- Trump: BIG WIN: The United States Supreme Court just RULED AGAINST MEN PLAYING IN WOMEN’S SPORTS. Wow! That takes that ridiculous situation off the table!!! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Trump: The Supreme Court just took restrictions off political spending! A BIG WIN FOR REPUBLICANS and, more importantly, The First Amendment! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- The New Jersey Assembly is expected to vote today on A2218/S2260, a pro Toeiva bill expanding legal protections for reproductive health care services. The legislation would make it a fourth-degree crime to interfere with access to clinics or hospitals and would prohibit insurers from denying or limiting coverage for abortion and gender-transition services. With the vote approaching, many in the Lakewood area are watching to see how the frum legislators vote.

- New Jersey is one of two dozen states that sued the Trump administration Monday claiming that work rules the federal government recently issued for the Medicaid program are unlawful in how they reduce protections for people who are medically frail. 

- Chaveirim and Hatzolah of Central Jersey have launched a free Child Safety Initiative to help prevent children from being accidentally left behind. Participating daycares and morahs receive an automated reminder call about 15 minutes after the start of the day to confirm that all children have arrived safely. A tablet-based attendance system is also available through DropGuard. Text message and WhatsApp alerts for parents are expected to be added soon. To enroll, call 732-329-7732. For sponsorship opportunities, call 908-308-2181.

- Mark R. Levin Hard to forget what John Roberts did on Obamacare. Hard to believe he and Barrett, who views herself as some kind of swing vote, will step up now. We’re about to find out.

- A decision that fails to strike down birthright citizenship will illegitimately constitutionalize a grievous practice that not only was never intended but is a stab at the heart of Republican/representative government and the purpose of the American Revolution.

- Trump: DROP YOUR PRICE FOR OUR GREAT AMERICAN PEOPLE!" President Trump is calling on gasoline retailers to immediately lower prices, warning there will be "no gouging" as oil trades around $68 a barrel.He also urged prices to move toward $2.50 a gallon and blasted California's gas taxes.

Mishpacha: Article Taking Aim The surge in gun ownership among Orthodox Toms River recently recorded the highest number of concealed carry permit applications in New Jersey — more than 1,600 since July 2022, surpassing even Newark. Jackson ranked seventh, Lakewood eleventh, and Howell sixteenth. While there is currently no demographic breakdown of who is applying for those permits, former Toms River police chief Mitchell Little had observed a recurring pattern: Major antisemitic attacks are often followed by a surge in firearm permit applications. Jews https://mishpacha.com/taking-aim/  

- A proposed mosque in Marlboro, NJ has been unanimously rejected by the township's zoning board after a nearly five-year approval process.The application for a mosque at 449 Tennent Road was denied on June 23. Attorneys representing the developer criticized the decision, alleging the review process was marked by hostility and infringed on their client's religious rights. They announced plans to file a lawsuit challenging the board's decision.

- Trenton On the Assembly agenda are two bills sponsored by Avi Schnall:

A bill revising licensing requirements for nursing home administrators.

A bill requiring unspent state aid for nonpublic school nursing and security services to be redirected to support nonpublic school transportation services.

- Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. disclosed Tuesday that he has spent the last several months hospitalized for depression, revealing for the first time why the two-term New Jersey Republican has not cast a vote in Congress since March.

- Shas party in an official statement: "The extreme statements heard last night against the Chief of Staff at the Torah honor protest rally held in Bnei Brak do not reflect the view of our rabbis of the Council of Torah Sages, and are contrary to the path of the SHAS movement, which our master Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l instilled in us and as expressed in the speech of the Chief Sephardi Rabbi Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef shlita during the rally."

:Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Most of New Jersey Through Fourth of July Weekend. The fast of 17 Tamuz is Thursday  with temps at 104.

New Jersey is bracing for what forecasters say could be the state's most intense heat wave in 15 years, with the National Weather Service issuing an Extreme Heat Warning for much of the state from noon Wednesday through 8 p.m. Saturday.

The warning covers Eastern and Western Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington counties, along with many other areas across New Jersey. Heat index values are expected to range from 100 to 110 degrees each day, with the hottest conditions forecast for Thursday and Friday.

"The intensity and length of the extreme heat will exacerbate impacts to both people and infrastructure," the National Weather Service said. Forecasters added that this could be the hottest stretch of weather the region has experienced since July 2011.

Adding to the danger, overnight temperatures are expected to remain in the mid-70s to low 80s, offering little relief and increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses over several consecutive days.

Residents are urged to:

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.

Spend as much time as possible in air-conditioned buildings.

Avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.

Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.

Check on elderly relatives, neighbors, and others who may be vulnerable to the heat.

Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles, where temperatures can become deadly within minutes.

Anyone experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion should move to a cool place, hydrate, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen. Heat stroke is a medical emergency—call 911 immediately.

Officials also remind residents without access to air conditioning to call 211 or contact their county or state health department to locate cooling centers and emergency heat relief resources.

With dangerously high temperatures expected to continue through the Fourth of July holiday weekend, residents are encouraged to monitor the latest forecasts and take precautions to stay safe.

- WSJ: President Trump considered returning to an all-out war with Iran and in recent days held several talks with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Dan Caine about further strikes - but decided to stick to diplomatic talks for now, according to American sources familiar with the details

- Despite Israeli opposition, the United Nations is pushing to maintain a military presence in southern Lebanon after the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) expires at the end of the year, Channel 12 news reports.

- Ghalibaf: There are disagreements within the US administration - Rubio is acting one way, and Vance another. Rubio tried to incite Gulf states against the MOU; HE IS OUR ENEMY, but we stand firmly behind the agreement. Rubio is trying to normalize relations between Israel and Lebanon, while our agreement preserves Lebanon's independence.

- Ghalibaf: In the first clause of the MOU, the US committed to guaranteeing the end of the war in Lebanon, the return of residents to their homes, and the implementation of Lebanon's national sovereignty over its entire territory. This is a very great victory, and we are now working to ensure its full implementation. Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, we are committed to ensuring that movement there proceeds as agreed in the MOU. If the US does not fulfill its obligations in the talks, we are ready for war

- An American citizen in his 20s was arrested on suspicion of maintaining contact with Iranian intelligence operatives and carrying out paid assignments that included photographing sensitive sites in Israel, the Israel Police and Shin Bet announced on Tuesday. He was arrested several weeks ago.  

- Iranian Foreign Ministry: Access of IAEA inspectors to damaged nuclear facilities is BLOCKED. We will NOT hold a meeting with the US in the coming days; we have emphasized this very clearly

- According to a security report from the Joint Maritime Intelligence Center (JMIC), the security threat level in the Strait of Hormuz has been raised to "imminent." The JMIC, led by the United States, is a multinational maritime advisory body based in Bahrain. The statement reported that vessels continued to pass through the Strait of Hormuz via both the southern Omani corridor and the northern route under Iranian control, and that commercial passages with US assistance continue.

- Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz visited the security zone in southern Lebanon

- Former IDF Air Force Commander Amikam Norkin on the feasibility of a “blue-and-white “ operation in Iran: "We didn't hurt the Iranians enough to bring them to the right point in the negotiations, so there could be another show of some kind or another. But the military-strategic reality is that we won't be able to achieve many more achievements with more bombs, and so I think the State of Israel is at a very significant crossroads where policy decisions will be required"

- Kushner and Witkoff to meet in Qatar with Qatari mediators, NO high-level meetings planned between Iran and the US.

- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: "No negotiations, at ANY level, with the US side will be held in the coming days. The fact that US representatives are traveling to Qatar is not related to the Iranian delegation's trip," according to Qatar's Al Jazeera network

- WSJ reports that the Trump administration says that this is the United States' interpretation of the wording of the memorandum of understanding regarding Lebanon: "On this issue, the VP supports Secretary of State Rubio; no one on Trump's team is interested in forcing Israel to hand over all of southern Lebanon to an Iranian proxy, as Iran demands."

- Fox News Brit Hume: "So here we are. It’s hard to resist the conclusion that the President of the United States is being jerked around by an Iranian regime in much the same way that previous administrations have been

- Iran reported that Mohammad Akbar-Zadeh, a senior officer in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy and considered one of the "brains" behind Iran's strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, was killed in a car accident in the city of Kerman.

- A Hamas terrorist Jihad Al-Salami, who participated in holding hostages and commanded terrorists during the 10/7 massacre, was eliminated by the IDF.

- Representatives from the various US-led Board of Peace bodies involved in the postwar management of Gaza are meeting this week in Cyprus, as they seek to prepare a committee of Palestinian technocrats for entering the Strip in order to replace Hamas as governors of Gaza.

Chasunas:

Hertz - Bronner Kesser Moshe Yehuda

Baddouch - Toledano Ateres Esther

Hirsh - Zucker Ateres Blima

Doppelt - Weinreb Bais Faiga

Perlman - Rothenberg Ateres Reva

Sadwin - Heineman Fountain Ballroom 

Levy - Lebovics Lake Terrace 

Septimus  - Gross Ateres Chaim Elazar

Weather: today 86° Partly cloudy. 

The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat alerts for all 21 New Jersey counties starting Wednesday afternoon and continuing through Shabbos

Wednesday 98°

Thursday 104° (Fast of 17 Tamuz)

Friday 104°

Shabbos 100°

Sunday 95°

- Today 14 Tamuz: R'Yaakov Yitzhak HaLevi Ruderman (1901-1987). Founder & Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Ner Yisroel, Baltimore. Led the Yeshiva for 54 years 

- WhatsApp is introducing usernames, allowing users to connect without sharing their phone numbers for the first time in the app's 17-year history. The new feature, rolling out gradually, also includes an optional security key to help block unwanted first-time messages, giving users greater privacy and control.

- At the atzeres tonight in Bnei Brak Rav Yitzchok Yosef spoke to the bochurim: "Go to prison with your head held high with a sefer in hand, 95 percent of the detainees are Sephardim, we are in a racist country, you are shluchim of am Yisroel."

- At the conclusion of the Atzeres protest in Bnei brak it was decided if a yeshiva bochur from Bnei Brak is arrested all the rabbonim of the city will go out to protest in Prison 10

- Reporter: 'Zohran Mamdani said in an interview that he was open to being the poster child for socialist candidates.' 

President Trump: 'It's not socialism, It's really communism. I think it's the biggest threat to our nation since our founding, that includes World War 1, World War 2, September 11th. It includes the Pearl Harbor attack . I think this is the biggest threat to our nation.'

- Tens of Thousands head tonight to the kever of the ohr Hachaim Hakodosh on Har Hazeiaim on his yartzeit.

- New Jersey Senate Republicans

At 11 PM Sunday night, Trenton Democrats rushed through the largest budget in NJ history before anyone had the chance to read it. They rejected our efforts to cut waste, restore vital programs, & provide fair school funding for NJ's students. New Governor, same broken process.

- Giyus: The Attorney General and the Ministry of Defense oppose the pending draft Arrest Law which would freeze the arrests of yeshiva bochurim for three months: It creates a workaround to the military conscription law and legitimizes avoiding military service

- In addition to 1 million grant for Lakewood township the NJ Budget Restores $2M in Security Funding for BMG reversing earlier proposed cuts in Gov. Mikie Sherrill's initial budget plan.

- Beware Missionaries are in Lakewood today hanging out books and propaganda to residents 

- Feder status now launches a website to see all the videos.

- Hatzulas Nefashos issued a statement claiming it had been chosen by patient's family and Israeli medical team to transport a critically burned 7-year-old from Newark Airport but was prevented from doing so by another organization. See full letter Here  there's no public response Issued from other org.

- SCOTUS: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that states may continue counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day if state law allows it and the ballots were postmarked by Election Day.

Following the decision, President Donald Trump called on the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require photo ID and proof of citizenship to vote and limit mail-in ballots to cases of illness, disability, military deployment, or travel. He criticized senators who have not supported the legislation

-With a change in routine today and schedule especially with hot weather It’s important to keep the safeguards and implement reminders not to forget a child in the car. A good deterrent is for the Morah to call after a pre set time if the baby does not come after 10:15 am. It should be mandatory to take attendance each morning and call both parents if baby or child is not there by 10:30.

- Day Camp season begins today with girls proudly wearing their camp bags and other camp paraphernalia. After a long hard year and cold weather, the kinderlach get some time to unwind in a non pressure environment enjoying the summer fun. Thanks to the morah's and counselors who provide a fun Torah environment for the Lakewood kinderlach. 

-Heavy traffic: expect late morning traffic with new bus routes car pools

- Long Beach Yeshiva moves to their summer location in Princeton, NJ until end of Zman. New campus expected to be ready next year Pesach zman.

Tehillim: Please daven for Meir Pinchas ben Hadass Esther, a chassan and talmid of Yeshivas Oryasa in Jerusalem, who was critically injured in a serious car accident overnight on the road between Monsey and Kiryas Joel. The chassan, who is scheduled to be married next month, remains in critical condition. .

- Reports indicate additional ICE enforcement activity today in Lakewood. Federal agents reportedly stopped a van carrying construction workers near the corner of New Central Avenue and Princess Court. Further details have not yet been confirmed.

- Anti ICE protesters gathered again today at Lakewood Town Square on Clifton Ave.

- Lakewood to receive $1,000,000 Aid for municipal operations and public safety expenses from the new Jersey budget that will be voted on this week as Legislative leaders unveiled a revised $60.743 billion state budget Sunday

- Lakewood Township Committee will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, July 8, at 3:00 p.m. for a liquor license renewal hearing for Lake Terrace (License #1514-33-048-001). The meeting will be livestreamed.

- President Trump has directed all Americans to report gas station price gouging to officials after he noticed crude oil is CRASHING “WTI CRUDE - $69, and heading down. This is less than it was prior to the start of the Denuclearization of Iran!“ “GAS PRICES COMING DOWN, FAST! REPORT ANY ABUSES AT RETAIL LEVEL!!! President DJT

- New Jersey lawmakers have advanced a record $60.7 billion state budget, setting up a final vote Tuesday before the July 1 deadline. The budget includes a revamped property tax relief program for seniors, a full pension payment for public workers, and hundreds of millions of dollars for local projects across the state.

- Three members of Venezuela’s Jewish community have been confirmed dead as a result of earthquakes that have devastated the country, a communal leader told The Times of Israel on Sunday.Close to 1,500 people have been confirmed dead in the country

- Trump: Do you think people appreciate what a fantastic job we did in building and operating the Great American State Fair at the National Mall, packed with happy people, and everybody loving it? Ask yourself this simple question, “DO YOU THINK THAT OBUMA OR SLEEPY JOE BIDEN COULD HAVE DONE IT?” THE ANSWER IS NO!

- Giyus rally: This evening , a massive public Atzeres will take place in Bnei Brak, with tens of thousands expected to attend policeestimate 30,000. The event is intended for the Sephardic  bnei Torah community and will be led by leading  talmidei chachomim  members of the Council of Torah Sages, and roshei yeshivas, under the leadership of the Rishon LeZion, Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef.

- Trump: Highest Poll Numbers Ever. Even Higher than Election Day, November 5th. This despite the fact that, IRAN WILL NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON

- Toaiva LGBT  legislation will be voted on tomorrow Tuesday in Trenton voting session as Lakewood area eyes how local assemblyman will vote. With a few bills up for vote one  bill would outlaw protesters blocking access to clinics and video-recording people outside of clinics and hospitals. insurers also would be prohibited from denying or limiting coverage of abortion and gender transition and identity medical services. NJ Bill S2260/ A2218. 

 Anothrr bill designates June as pride month in NJ still not schedules yet.

- 2 bills sponsored by Assemblyman Avi Schnall scheduled for vote tomorrow one for the nursing home industry Revises law related to licensure of nursing home administrators.

Another bill Requires unexpended State aid for nonpublic school nursing services and nonpublic school security services to be used to support nonpublic school transportation services.

- Netanyahu’s judges reiterate their recommendation that the prosecution drop the bribery charge. (​Amit Segal)

- New Jersey lawmakers add $359 million "pork" supplemental spending  bill alongside the proposed fiscal year 2027 state budget. The package also includes an increase in the state's child tax credit for eligible families. Critics have labeled some of the supplemental spending as "pork," while supporters say it funds important state and local priorities

- The U.S. dollar has climbed back above the 3-shekel mark for the first time since late April, reversing months of shekel strength amid weakness in global AI and semiconductor stocks, heightened regional tensions, and growing expectations that the Bank of Israel will soon cut interest rates.

-Levaya of R Meir Greisman Z"L today in Bet Shemesh 3pm live hook up HERE

Announcement of massive anti draft Atzeres protest today in Bnei Brak By the Sefardi Bnei Torah community

- Israel Defense Minister Katz in a briefing for military reporters:

Trump connected Iran and Lebanon because he wanted to have an agreement with Tehran. This prevented a huge hit against Hezbollah in all of Lebanon"

The enormous tunnel that was destroyed yesterday was not known to us before. We found tunnels that were not seen anywhere else. To blow them up, we will need hundreds of tons of explosives"

The danger of an invasion of Israel from Lebanon still exists - there are 1,200 Hezbollah terrorists from the fence to the Litani"

I informed the CENTCOM commander - we will not withdraw from the security zones in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon"

Iran has not yet decided whether to return to the nuclear program"

The fighting in Iran will resume either because Trump decides that the negotiations are exhausted, or because Iran fires on Israel. If Iran attacks, this will be the third Iran war"

- Trump: “IRAN HAS REQUESTED A MEETING. IT WILL TAKE PLACE TOMORROW IN DOHA! President DJT” 

- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt in an interview with Fox News: Envoys Witkoff and Kushner will attend the meeting in Doha; technical talks will be held on the sidelines of the high-level talks. Trump wants the peace process to be implemented. 

- Iranian President: Iranian funds frozen in Qatar ($6 billion) will be transferred to Iran

- Trump: “Highest Poll Numbers Ever. Even Higher than Election Day, November 5th. This despite the fact that, IRAN WILL NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON!”

- IDF Military Intelligence submitted a warning l that Hamas’s military wing is preparing for renewed war with Israel,the IDF believes that it must restart its offensive against Hamas, but the United States is opposed to this option. Instead, it said, Washington prefers to preserve the current status quo in the Gaza Strip while continuing to advance US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace initiative.

- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister confirms NO MEETING this week with the US negotiation team.

No meetings of the technical teams are planned for this week under the Memorandum of Understanding.

Consultations with Qatar will continue regarding the implementation of the other side's commitments in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding.

The round of talks by the technical teams will take place after the conditions for this are prepared and a date and place are set.

Chasunas: 

Smith - Kaplinsky Bais Faiga

Oppenheim - Barenholtz Ateres Reva

Bernath - Mueller Lake Terrace 

Lowy - Berkovic Neemas Hachaim 

Richt  - Oppenheimer Fountain Ballroom 

Eidenson Weinfeld Cedar Palace 

Frank -Shechter  Ateres Esther 

Ehrman - Steinharter Ateres Blima

Lieberchuk - Mordykovych Kesser Moshe Yehuda 

The Hachtara of Rabbi Yecheskel Lowenthal for the Lakewood Commons Shul will take place tonight in Bnos Bracha 1665 Corporate Road West. Seuda at 7:45

 Weather: 80° Considerable cloudiness. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible

Extended off Shabbos yeshiva bochurim have off today

Girls day camp starts tomorrow some on Tuesday 

- Trump: The FIFA Numbers are far greater than any World Cup in History. This is a Great Tribute to the United States of America. Thank you to all! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Chuck Schumer geta booed at the NYC Toaiva parade today by the far left.

- "Communism is the greatest threat to our country since World War I, World War II, Pearl Harbor, or 9/11!” President Trump is escalating his attacks on the political left days after socialist Democrats scored high-profile victories in New York's primary elections.

In a separate post, Trump labeled Washington, D.C., mayoral candidate Janeese Lewis George a "communist" and vowed he would not allow the nation's capital to be "destroyed" by her.

- Agudas Israel od America: Tefillos needed 

We call upon Klal Yisroel to please daven for the Brisker Rosh Hayeshiva, Hagaon HoRav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveichik, Avrohom Yehoshua ben Etil, who requires great rachamei Shamayim. 

May we share besoros tovos.

- BDE: Petirah of R' Meir Greisman Z"L from Flatbush noted. Aal tzedaka and Tomech Torah He was 74. Survived by his wife and children, R' Duvy from Lakewood. Levaya today in Lakewood 4:30 pm at the chapel off 7th street with Kevurah in Eretz Yisroel.

- Chavivim car safety inspection today  free ar The Westeood business center bear Beru hall Lakewood/Toms River border off rt 9 from 1pm - 5pm checking fluid levels tire pressure valid paperwork.

- Hachnosas Sefer Torah tomorrow morning in Lakewood on behalf of SCHI procession leaving from Rachmastrivka Bais Medrash corner Oak and Vine at 2 30pm to SCHI

- Optimum power outage this morning in Lakewood  phone and internet service are down.

- Mexican community holding a rally in Downtown Lakewood against recent ICE arrests on Clifton Ave 

- An official in Venezuela’s Jewish community says there are two Jews among the 1,430 people confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquakes that have rocked the country.

- The new fee on businesses in New Jersey who employ more than 50 people on Medicaid will not apply to part-time or per diem employees.

Employers with between 50 and 250 employees on Medicaid will pay $325 annually per employee and each dependant, between 250 and 500 employees will pay $525, and $725 for every employee over 500. The state expects to raise $145 million in Fiscal Year 2027.(One Jersey)

-B"H A three-day search for missing Bnei Brak resident 25-year-old Yisroel Mordechai Stern ended Sunday when he was found alive near Modi’in Illit, exhausted but conscious. Police confirmed his safe recovery after he disappeared Thursday, prompting a large search effort

-Knesset panel to advance measure freezing arrests of  Talmidei yeshivos for 90 days

-Giyus: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz drafted legislation to implement a temporary freeze on the enlistment of  yeshiva students while negotiations continue over legislation regulating military service exemptions. The proposed interim arrangement would suspend enforcement measures against eligible charedi men until a new draft law is finalized.The Arrest Cancellation Law would apply where a sbo hur studies 45 hours at a yeshiva, the rosh yeshiva will sign an affidavit, and a supervisory mechanism is established. It also allows up to 20% absences and provides for retroactive cancellation of arrest orders issued from July 1, 2023.

-Monmouth and Ocean counties, though both part of the Jersey Shore, show a significant income gap. In 2024, Monmouth County’s median household income was $124,845 about 40% higher than Ocean County’s $89,863. Monmouth ranked fifth in New Jersey, while Ocean ranked 15th, according to a Stacker report. App

- BDE: Petirah of Rebbetzin Rachel Lieff a"h Almana of Rav Yaakov Lieff Z L who served as Rav of the Avenue O Jewish Center, 

 mother of Harav Moshe Tuvia Lieff, Rov of Agudath Israel Bais Binyomin of Avenue L in Flatbush, and Harav Eliezer Simcha Lieff, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Gedola of South Monsey, has passed away at age 104. Levayah today at 12:00 p.m. at Yeshiva Gedola of South Monsey

- NJ Authorities say they found 109 homemade explosive devices and a suspected bomb-making lab at a home in Denville, New Jersey.

Prosecutors allege the explosives were “capable of massive destruction.” A 37-year-old man has been arrested and faces multiple charges as the investigation continues.

Jewish California Democrat chased out of San Francisco Toaiva March. Scott Wiener, the leading Democratic candidate to succeed Nancy Pelosi in Congress, chased from event by pro-Palestinian activists despite his criticism of Israel, with protesters calling him 'not progressive enough.

- NY Chasidic Leaders Call for Removal of imodest Bus Ads. Orthodox rabbis and community leaders are urging the MTA to remove advertisements promoting  filth, saying the displays are inappropriate for children and families using public transportation. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber said the agency is limited by First Amendment protections and cannot remove ads simply because some riders object to their content.

- LPD: Summer Safety Starts With You

Summer is a time to enjoy our parks, neighborhoods, and time with family and friends. The Lakewood Police Department is committed to helping everyone have a safe and enjoyable season.

A few simple reminders can go a long way:

• Lock your vehicle and remove valuables from plain view.

• Keep your home and garage doors secured.

• Report suspicious activity immediately.

• Slow down and watch for children, pedestrians, and bicyclists enjoying the outdoors.

Together, we can keep Lakewood a safe place to live, work, and visit all summer long.

If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1. To report suspicious activity, contact the Lakewood Police Department at 732-363-0200.

Stay safe. Stay alert. Have a great summer!

Brisk Talmidim At the kosel last night davening from their Rosh Yeshiva who is in need of a refuah.

Signs urging everyone to attend the Giyus  protest tomorrow in Bnei Brak organized by Rav Yitzchok Yosef shlita

- Joint statement to PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz: As part of the operation, the IDF has just destroyed the underground terror infrastructure of the Hezbollah terror organization in the Majdal Zun village area in southern Lebanon. The route, over 200 meters long and more than 25 meters deep, contained hundreds of weapons and several launch shafts intended to target the territory of the State of Israel and its citizens. Israel informed the US and the American representative in Lebanon in advance about the destruction of the infrastructure.

- The US and Iran have agreed to stop mutual attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and to hold a meeting on Tuesday in Doha

- The IDF has sent a very unusual notification warning to all of Northern Israel. A huge explosion will be heard in Lebanon in the coming hours. The IDF is about to blow up a massive Hezbollah underground terror infrastructure. The IDF said the earthquake detectors and warning systems might be activated, but there is no concern

- Talks scheduled this week between US and Iran in Switzerland  have been suspended due to the resumption of fighting - WSJ.

- The state television in Iran: The passage through the Strait of Hormuz still requires coordination with the Iranian Revolutionary Guards.

 - IDF eliminated one of the terrorists who celebrated near the burning tank on October 7: the commander of the Nokhba squad, who also stole IDF vehicles to Gaza

- IDF officer was killed in a clash with a Hezbollah  terrorists in southern Lebanon overnight. David Hazutt Hyd, 21, from Ashkelon. 

- Netanyahu on Erdogan's remarks: "We take his calls for the destruction of the State of Israel very seriously - we will draw the attention of the US to this. Almost every day passes without Erdogan calling for the destruction of the State of Israel - we take these words very seriously, because if we have learned one thing from the history of our people, when someone says they intend to destroy you, you must take them seriously. We take these matters seriously and will also bring these statements to the attention of our American friends. We are not ignoring them

-Turkey's president accused Israel of committing 'genocide' in Gaza hours after Israel's government officially recognized the genocide of 1.5 million Armenian Christians, as tensions deepen between Jerusalem and Ankara.

- Iranian media reported that the Speaker of the Parliament, Mohammad-Baqer Gahlibaf, spoke on the phone with the Speaker of the Parliament of Lebanon, Nabih Berri, regarding Hezbollah

- The IRGC released a video of the missiles fired tonight towards Bahrain and Kuwait in response to US strikes in southern Iran. One of the missiles read:

“The only success Trump will have is to increase the income of coffin and wheelchair manufacturers for his soldiers in this war of defeat

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for Ocean County and surrounding areas from Wednesday afternoon through motzei shabbos, warning that dangerously hot conditions could produce heat index values of up to 110 degrees, with the most intense heat expected Thursday and Friday. Thursday also coincides with the Fast of 17 Tammuz, when many members of the Jewish community will be fasting from 4:20 am until 9: 20pm. Those planning to observe the fast are encouraged to prepare in advance by drinking plenty of fluids before the fast begins, limiting outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, and consulting a physician or rabbi if they have health concerns.

 Weather: 66° Mainly cloudy

Tomorrow 81° Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later in the day. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible..

Heat wave end of week. Thursday fast of  17 Tamuz temps will hit 102°

Tefillos for Brisk Rosh Yeshiva

- An Atzeres Tefillah took place tonight at the kosel, where thousands of talmidim from Brisk Yeshiva, along with American yeshiva bochurim, gathered to daven on behalf of Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik (Avrohom Yehoshua ben Ettil), who is in need of a refuah sheleimah.

- ICE raides continue in Lakewood with officers  making  illegals in the vicinity of Clifton  Ave and Rt 88. On Mexican Facebook groups they advised people not to go out if you don't have to.

- Hachnosas Sefer Torah tomorrow morning in Lakewood on behalf of SCHI procession leaving from Rachmastrivka Bais Medrash corner Oak and Vine at 2 30pm to SCHi.

- Netanyahu announces: "After the elections, I intend to establish a broad national unity government. Only in this way can we reach agreements among ourselves. I want to achieve a consensus on the issue of military conscription."

Frum partied fear they will not be part of the ruling coalition. This comes after  UTJ announced there's no right wing bloc.

- Large crowds were at the home of thr Lakewood Rosh Yeshiva Rav Malkiel Kotler shlita this shabbos  wishing mazel tov as he  celebrated the birth of a granddaughter to his son Rav Shneur shlita 

- Giyus: Govt officials prepare legislation that will temporarily freeze the arrests of yeshiva bochhrim

- Netanyahu: "When you send people to prison and make arrests, it pushes the public away from enlistment."If a country in Europe were arresting Torah students, everyone would be horrified."

- The death toll from the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela has continued to climb, with some reports estimating that as many as 1,400 people have been killed. 

-JD  Vance signals a new America where Israel is no longer the exception. Politico reports Vance’s sharp warning reflects a broader shift in Washington, where Trump’s America First policy no longer appears to give Israel automatic priori

- A suited-up Mayor Zohran Mamdani leapt into an East Harlem pool Saturday morning to officially kick off the Big Apple’s summer pool season

- Biden criticized Trump today at a fundraiser: "It’s not just his vanity projects – tearing down the East Wing of the White House making room for his ballroom. Putting his name on the Kennedy Center. Building an arch in his own honor. Even hiring his own pool guy to fix the reflecting pool. Woah – what a loser,” Biden said to applause"

Search in Bnei Brak: A 25-year-old man, Yisroel Mordechai Stern, who has special needs, has been missing since Thursday after leaving his home in Bnei Brak. Hundreds of volunteers and rescue personnel have been searching continuously for nearly three days, including throughout Shabbos under special halachic authorization due to concerns that his life may be in danger.

- Segula  from the בעל הלשם  against  עין הרע to say 11 pesukim that begin and end with the letter נ.

Printed in siddurim by Motzei shabbos tefillos 

א. נֶגַע צָרַעַת כִּי תִהְיֶה בְּאָדָם וְהוּבָא אֶל הַכֹּהֵן. (ויקרא י"ג, ט')

ב. נַחְנוּ נַעֲבֹר חֲלוּצִים לִפְנֵי ה' אֶרֶץ כְּנָעַן וְאִתָּנוּ אֲחֻזַּת נַחֲלָתֵנוּ מֵעֵבֶר לַיַּרְדֵּן. (במדבר ל"ב, ל"ב)

ג. נָבִיא מִקִּרְבְּךָ מֵאַחֶיךָ כָּמֹנִי יָקִים לְךָ ה' אֱלֹהֶיךָ אֵלָיו תִּשְׁמָעוּן. (דברים י"ח, ט"ו)

ד. נָהָר פְּלָגָיו יְשַׂמְּחוּ עִיר אֱלֹהִים קְדוֹשׁ מִשְׁכְּנֵי עֶלְיוֹן. (תהילים מ"ו, ה')

ה. נָחִיתָ כַצֹּאן עַמֶּךָ בְּיַד מֹשֶׁה וְאַהֲרֹן. (תהילים כא כא)

ו. נֶגֶד אֲבוֹתָם עָשָׂה פֶלֶא בְּאֶרֶץ מִצְרַיִם שְׂדֵה צֹעַן. (תהילים ע"ח, י"ב)

ז. נַפְתִּי מִשְׁכָּבִי מֹר אֲהָלִים וְקִנָּמוֹן. (שיר השירים ה', י"ג)

ח. נֵר ה' נִשְׁמַת אָדָם חֹפֵשׂ כָּל חַדְרֵי בָטֶן. (משלי כ כז)

ט. נֹפֶת תִּטֹּפְנָה שִׂפְתוֹתַיִךְ כַּלָּה דְּבַשׁ וְחָלָב תַּחַת לְשׁוֹנֵךְ וְרֵיחַ שַׂלְמֹתַיִךְ כְּרֵיחַ לְבָנוֹן. (שיר השירים ד', י"ב)

י. נֻדוּ מִתּוֹךְ בָּבֶל וּמֵאֶרֶץ כַּשְׂדִּים צֵאוּ וִהְיוּ כְּעַתּוּדִים לִפְנֵי צֹאן. (דניאל ז', י"ג)

יא. נֹשְׁקֵי קֶשֶׁת מַיְמִינִים וּמַשְׂמִאלִים בָּאֲבָנִים וּבַחִצִּים בַּקָּשֶׁת מֵאֲחֵי שָׁאוּל מִבִּנְיָמִין. (שמואל א', כ"ג, ו')

לאחר מכן אומרים את התפילה הבאה:

"רִבּוֹנוֹ שֶׁל עוֹלָם, הַצֵּל אֶת עַמְּךָ בֵּית יִשְׂרָאֵל מִכָּל מִינֵי עַיִן הָרָע, וּכְשֵׁם שֶׁפֵּרַשְׂתָּ כְּנָפֶיךָ עַל אֲבוֹתֵינוּ שֶׁבַּמִּדְבָּר, שֶׁלֹּא שָׁלְטָה עֲלֵיהֶם עֵינָא בִּישָׁא דְּבִלְעָם, כֵּן תִּפְרוֹשׂ עָלֵינוּ בְּרַחֲמֶיךָ הָרַבִּים לִהְיוֹתֵנוּ מְכֻסִּים בְּמִכְסֶה וּבְהַנְהָגָה בִּשְׁמוֹתֶיךָ הַקְּדוֹשִׁים מִכָּל עֵינָא בִּישָׁא."

"אַתָּה סֵתֶר לִי מִצָּר תִּצְּרֵנִי רַנֵּי פַלֵּט תְּסֹבְבֵנִי סֶלָה."

"בִּטְחוּ בַה' עֲדֵי עַד כִּי בְּיָ-הּ ה' צוּר עוֹלָמִים."

"ה' עֹז לְעַמּוֹ יִתֵּן ה' יְבָרֵךְ אֶת עַמּוֹ בַשָּׁלוֹם."

- In the past 24 hours, the US struck dozens of targets in Iran in response to Iranian strikes on ships in the Strait of Hormuz

Trump warns US may be ‘forced to militarily complete the job’ in Iran after new strikes

- Trump: United States aircraft just struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, and coastal radar sites, for violating the Cease Fire Agreement, AGAIN! It is very possible that they will never learn! There may come a point when we are no longer able to be reasonable, and will be forced to militarily complete the job that we very successfully started. If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist! President DJT

IRGC confirms launching attacks on US military sites in Kuwait, Bahrain after US strikes.

- Fox News reports that the latest US strikes on Iranian targets are complete.

- Netanyahu in a press conference tonight:

The US and Lebanon agreed on an Israeli security zone in southern Lebanon - until there is no longer a threat to Israel. Iran tried to force Israel to withdraw from Southern Lebanon - the agreement prevents this. Lebanon took a brave step. I thank President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their involvement and contribution regarding the agreement.

- The IDF maintains a hold on the entire anti-tank line and the ridge line controlling the first kilometers from the Lebanese border, including strategic points like the Beaufort, Kfar Tibet and the Ali Taher ridge.

nformation on the 2 areas where the IDF will withdraw in Lebanon for the pilot program is as follows:

1. One area under IDF control north of the Litani - the area of the villages Zotar al-Sharqiya and Zotar al-Arabiya, two villages captured a few weeks ago by the forces of the Givati Brigade.

2. Another area located south of the Litani but outside the yellow line - the area of the village of Andouria and its surroundings (the area west of Wadi Saluki

וּכשֵׁם שֶׁפָּרַשׂתָּ כּנָפֶיךָ עַל אֲבוֹתֵינוּ בַּמִּדבָּר והִצַּלתָּם מֵעֵינָה בִּישָׁא דּבִלעָם הָרָשָׁע כֵּן תִּפרֹש כּנָפֶיךָ עָלֵינוּ בּרַחֲמֶיךָ הָרַבִּים ונִהיֶה מכֻסִּים

Friday, June 26, 2026 / י״א תמוז תשפ"ו ערב שבת פרשת חקת-בלק

-Candle lighting: 8:12 pm

-Shkia/sunset: 8:30 pm

- מפטירין פרשת בלק, והיה שארית

-Pirkei Avos 'פרק ה

-Weather: Friday night 68° Cloudy skies then rain showers overnight Chance of rain 40%.

Shabbos day 78° Cloudy with showers. Chance of rain 60%. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

..אָז יָשִׁיר יִשְׂרָאֵל אֶת הַשִּׁירָה הַזֹּאת עֲלִי בְאֵר עֱנוּ לָהּ בְּאֵר חֲפָרוּהָ שָׂרִים כָּרוּהָ נְדִיבֵי הָעָם בִּמְחֹקֵק בְּמִשְׁעֲנֹתָם

    כִּי מֵרֹאשׁ צֻרִים אֶרְאֶנוּ וּמִגְּבָעוֹת אֲשׁוּרֶנּוּ הֶן עָם לְבָדָד יִשְׁכֹּן וּבַגּוֹיִם לֹא יִתְחַשָּׁב

                    וְלֹא אָבָה ה׳ אֱלֹהֶיךָ לִשְׁמֹעַ אֶל בִּלְעָם וַיַּהֲפֹךְ ה׳ אֱלֹהֶיךָ לְךָ אֶת הַקְלָלָה לִבְרָכָה כִּי אֲהֵבְךָ ה׳ אֱלֹהֶיךָ

  שבת שלום ומבורך

New version by Avrohom Fried composed by RYom Tov Ehrlich</ifram

This weeks Parshsa discusses the נחש הנחושת.
The symbol of the serpent on a pole is used as the international symbol of medicine. It is used today in modern times as the symbol of medicine and healthcare. Commentators have interpreted the symbol to mean many different things. Some attribute it to the Rod of Asclepius of greek culture or other. However, the origin most likely comes from the נחש הנחושת the Nehushtan that we read in this weeks parshas chukas. Where hashem commands Moshe Rabbeinu to build a "serpent of bronze" that was used to heal those who looked upon it (Numbers 21:4-9).

 The Mishna in Rosh HaShana states, וכי נחש ממית או נחש מחיה ! אלא בזמן שישראל מסתכלין כלפי מעלה ומשעבדים את לבם לאביהם שבשמים היו מתרפאים ואם לא היו נימוקים

that the snakes were not intrinsic to either the plague or the recovery from it, but rather everything depended upon the degree to which the people would be able to  direct their hearts to HaShem.

In these trying times let us lift our eyes to our father in heaven and daven that he heal all those that are sick,  and bring  רפואות , ברכות, ישועות ובשורות טובות to all of klal yisrael

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 Friday, June 26, 2026 / י״א תמוז תשפ״ו ערב שבת פרשת חקת-בלק

Candle lighting 8:12 PM

Shkiah/sunset 8:30 pm

Latest shabbos of the year 

weather: 87° Cloudy skies

 Friday night 68° Cloudy skies then rain showers overnight Chance of rain 40%.

Shabbos day 78° Cloudy with showers. Chance of rain 60%. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

Welcome home bochurim last off shabbos of the year 

Boys elementary schools off today

First yartzeit of Rav Yisroel Hersh Eidelman  ZL of MTJ

15th Yartzeit of Leiby Kletzky ZL

- Trump on the RENT FREEZE in New York City: “What [Mayor Zohran Mamdani] doesn't say is that these buildings will soon turn into ghettos and slums, and that everybody will continue leaving New York. And as this spreads throughout the country very much like an uncontrollable form of cancer. The country itself will be taken down. It will be third world… It’s not going to happen to the United States of America.” 

“Communism, really, is the past, and freedom is the future.”

- President Trump sends a massive warning to European countries considering adding a new digital services tax on U.S. companies, saying any nation that moves forward will "immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States."

- Rabbi Ephraim Wachsman will be spending shabbos in the Deal,NJ  Sephardi community.

- Lakewood's ZIP code 08701 ranked as the most populated ZIP code in New Jersey

Ocean County town tops New Jersey's most populated ZIP codes New Jersey remains the nation's most densely populated state, and new U.S. Census Bureau data shows the Garden State's population continues to grow. The state's population increased by 0.3%, rising from 9,261,699 to 9,290,841 residents. Among the findings, Lakewood's ZIP code 08701 ranked as the most populated ZIP code in New Jersey, reflecting the township's continued rapid growth.

- The planned atzeres protest by Yeshivas Mir has been cancelled as the bocur has been released from military prison 

- Grand opening Truffle Grill & Bar 604 2nd Ave Long Branch, NJ 07740 under JSOR Hashgocha.

- Old Bakery in keansburg NJ closing chef says “Bakeries are a dying breed,” “There are a lot of people not eating sweets today; everyone’s on Ozempic.”

- Politico: New Jersey lawmakers steered state money to employers, relatives and clients

Add-ons to the state budget have become an annual tradition for the Democrats who control the state Legislature.

- Hundreds packed B"M Bais Yitzchok of BMG in Lakewood last night for an atzeres tefilah on behalf of Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik who is in need of rachmei Shamayim. Avrohom Yehoshua Ben Ettil.

- Dozens of demonstrators gathered in Bnei Brak today, calling for Charedi men to be drafted into the IDF, in response to anti-draft protests held earlier this week. The protesters blocked traffic at the Coca-Cola Junction, but police handled the demonstration with a noticeably lighter touch than they did earlier this week, when officers used force to disperse anti-draft protests by yeshiva bochurim, drawing criticism over the apparent difference in policing.

- Update: The body of the young avreich, R' Akiva Rand z"ל, who was tragically killed in the devastating accident near Chișinău, Moldova, has been released by local authorities.

He is expected to be flown to Israel on a specially chartered private plane, likely before Shabbos, so that he can be brought to kevurah without further delay bringing a tremendous sense of relief to his family and the hundreds of chassidim who have been anxiously awaiting the news. Earlier, the Chernobyler Rebbe had issued an emotional call to Klal Yisroel to increase tefillos for the swift release of R' Akiva's body from the Moldovan authorities.

- Vaad L’Mishmeres Shatnez recommends that all rekelach, bekeshes, and of course woolen coats, regardless of brand, be properly tested and not presumed to be free of Shatnez. The belief that these garments cannot contain Shatnez is incorrect and should not be relied upon by a Torah Jew who is careful about Shatnez. Additionally, proper guidance from qualified experts is essential, and assumptions regarding kashrus—whether in food or clothing—should not replace proper verification, oversight, and adherence to the standards required of a Torah-observant consumer. 

- Trump: For all of those who like to say that Barack Hussein Obama, and his Vice President, Sleepy Joe Biden, did as many Criminal ICE removals as President Trump, the figures are just in. Number One, they included hundreds of thousands of people that never came close to getting into our Country, a difference of perhaps 50% in the numbers. We don’t include such categories but, even if we did, ICE and CBP removed many more Illegal Aliens under President Trump than under Obama — It’s not even close! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP

- New Jersey American Water. A mandatory conservation notice has been issued for customers in Monmouth and Ocean Counties to reduce water usage due to ongoing drought conditions. Customers must limit all non-essential outdoor water use until further notice, including limiting outdoor watering to twice per week or less if it rains. 

- Rav Dov Landau issued a public call Thursday night urging the public not to participate in street demonstrations or protests. His remarks came just days after Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch expressed support for the nationwide protest vehicle convoy held across Israel. Rav Landau delivered the message during a gathering at his home in Bnei Brak attended by dozens of Roshei Yeshiva intended to summarize the historic fundraising trip by keren Olam HaTorah. He said "All kinds of other protests that we did not hear about from our rebbeim Zatzal in previous generations are not our way,, "Very often these protests cause serious damage to the charedi public's image. We must remember that the most important thing is dedication, and ameilus baTorah. Strengthening Limud haTorah within the bais medrash is what will help counter these decrees and difficulties." 

- Keren Olam HaTorah funds also Mizrachi yeshivos that were cut from funding. Editorial from bakehila editor Shlommo Kook "And here the details that are not known: This money is not intended only for charedi yeshivos. In the list of Torah institutions expected to suffer budget cuts, every yeshiva that refuses to cooperate with the draft law will see discriminatory enforcement, without exception. Likewise, many yeshivos of the Religious Zionist community, including Mercaz HaRav, are expected to receive significant monthly budget cuts. Great Torah scholars who attempted to draft the regulations did not ask whether the institution was charedi or knitted-kippah They saw before them Torah institutions in the Beis Medrash and acted to save them.

- Lakewood schools tried to stop New Jersey from taking it over on Wednesday.

In front of Administrative Law Judge Susan Scarola, Lakewood school board attorney Joshua Forsman sought to have the intervention halted in the first hearing related to the state Department of Education's hostile takeover of the school district. In a 30-minute session before Scarola the state Attorney General’s Office countered that the takeover effort is going by the proper procedures. APP

- More than 700 rabbis on Friday released an open letter denouncing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s speech last week that likened AIPAC to “monsters,” saying the comments endangered American Jews and demanding an apology. The rabbis hail from New York and around the US and represent a range of denominations, including Reform, Conservative, Orthodox and Reconstructionist.

- Venezuela earthquakes toll more than doubles to 589 

- President Trump's former National Security Advisor John Bolton is pleading guilty to 1 of the 18 counts against him in his classified documents case, facing a possible 5-year prison sentence and a fine of up to $2.25 million.

- A NYC board voted to freeze rents for up to two years for about 1 million rent-stabilized apartments, delivering on a key piece of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s agenda while rattling the real estate industry.

At yesterday's Lakewood Township Committee meeting, routine business was conducted, with the most noticeable change being Mayor Ray Coles' new beard. There were no public comments. The committee defended its continued use of virtual meetings, highlighting that Committeeman Menashe Miller was able to participate remotely from Germany while on military assignment.

The meeting did not address the possibility of adopting a hybrid format holding meetings in person while allowing remote participation via Zoom a model used by many neighboring municipalities. Critics argue that Lakewood's continued reliance on virtual meetings has limited public accessibility since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Summer kicks off in the  catskills at the Woodbourne Shul

- Senior US official: The US military is striking Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz 

- CENTCOM announced that they attacked Iranian missile and drone storage sites and command centers.

- Israel and Lebanon have reached a framework agreement for the IDF to begin partially withdrawing from southern Lebanon, a source familiar with the matter tells The Times of Israel. 

Israeli forces will pull out of two areas located inside the six-mile-long buffer zone the IDF has established in southern Lebanon. The Israeli troops will be replaced by members of the Lebanese forces, the source says.

- Major Diplomatic Breakthrough: The trilateral framework constitutes a major achievement for Israel, which completely rejects Iran's attempt to force a unilateral withdrawal from southern Lebanon and denies Iran and Hezbollah any role whatsoever in Lebanon. Following a long negotiation between the US, Israel, and Lebanon, representatives of the three countries signed a trilateral working framework aimed at leading to future agreements between Israel and Lebanon in order to end the conflict between the countries and reach a peace settlement. Israel will maintain its security zone along the Yellow Line border in Lebanon until the day Hezbollah and other terrorist organizations in Lebanon are disarmed and no longer pose a threat from Lebanon to the territory of the State of Israel.

- PM Netanyahu Announces Lebanon Security Agreement right before Shabbos 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that negotiations in Washington between Israel, Lebanon, and the United States have resulted in a new security arrangement.

According to Netanyahu, Israel's key achievement is maintaining its security zone in southern Lebanon, which will remain in place as long as Hezbollah remains armed and continues to pose a threat. He also described the agreement as a significant setback for Iran, saying Israel, Lebanon, and the U.S. made clear that Tehran has no role in Lebanon through Hezbollah or any other terrorist organization. As part of the agreement, the Lebanese Army will begin taking control of two pilot areas on the recommendation of the IDF—one south of the Litani River and another in a limited area north of the Litani that the IDF says is no longer operationally necessary. Netanyahu stressed that Israel will continue to enforce its original security zone beyond the range of anti-tank missiles and will not allow Hezbollah or civilians to enter it, concluding: "Israel's security comes first."

- Trump accuses Iran of foolishly  firing 4 drones at ships in Hormuz. 

Trump: The Islamic Republic of Iran shot at least four One Way Attack Drones at Ships transversing the Strait of Hormuz. One of the Drones solidly hit the upper deck of a large and very expensive Cargo Carrying Ship. Damage was done, but the Ship was able to proceed on its way. We knocked down three other Drones. Obviously, this is a foolish violation of our Ceasefire Agreement. President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Bloomberg: Oman has informed European parties that there is no possibility of returning to the pre-war situation in the Strait of Hormuz, and that ships passing through the strait may be required to pay tolls.

- Iranian media: A "communication line" has been established between Iran and the US in the Strait of Hormuz.

- An Iranian source told the New York Times that Tehran is furious with Oman for allowing ships to pass through an alternative route in the Strait of Hormuz without coordinating with the IRGC. In response, Iran launched a drone at a ship in the strait to damage the passage and completely halt maritime traffic in the area.

-Four IDF soldiers, including two officers, were injured in a clash with a Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon on Thursday night, the military said Friday, as Israel and Lebanon were set for another day of direct talks in Washington.

- The Israeli Air Force struck and killed seven Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon this morning, after they were identified transporting weapons near Israel’s buffer zone, the military says.

- Israel Defense Minister Katz posts a response to Qanni’s threats: “The commander of Iran's Quds Force, Qaani, has recently been issuing numerous threats toward Israel. It seems the image of a collaborator suited him much better than this ridiculous barrage of threats. Either way, if Iran attacks Israel, it will be its biggest mistake yet. Here, no Hormuz or firing at the population will help it. Nothing will stop us. Our forces are prepared to finish the job.”

-Israel and Lebanon on Thursday wrapped up a third day of US-mediated negotiations in Washington without an agreement on a partial Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon, although the sides agreed to extend talks for an extra day.

- Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of the Gulf States and the US State Department Secretary Marco Rubio:

1. Support the disarmament of all militias not affiliated with the Lebanese government.

2. Support negotiations between Israel and Lebanon.

3. Continue negotiations with Iran to end the war and prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons.

4. Peace in the region requires addressing Iranian threats, including drones, missiles, and support for terrorist proxies.

5. The Hormuz Strait must be opened and navigation through it must be free and without tolls.

6. All investment in Iran must be contingent on a final agreement.

7. Condemnation of attacks by Iraqi groups on neighboring countries.

- Hezbollah’s Chief Naeem Qasem is feeling good: “We declare this clearly: We have broken the 'US-Israeli project' and entered a new phase. America and Israel wanted to eliminate the existence of Iran by changing the regime and controlling the country, and they believed they could do so. Iran stood firm. Israel must leave without conditions or restrictions. There is no normalization and no cancellation of the state of hostility; there are no achievements for Israel, and there is no partial presence in the Lebanese land”

The fast Day of Erev Shabbos Parshas Chukas 
By Rabbi Yehuda Spitz
‘Zos Chukas HaTorah’ There is no mention in the Gemara of the week of Parshas Chukas being one of tragedy, nor is it mentioned by the Rambam, nor Tur, nor Shulchan Aruch! Not even in the Siman where tragedies and proper days to fast are mentioned, Orach Chaim 580! In fact, most are wholly unfamiliar with anything specifically attributed to this week. Yet, the Magen Avraham, citing the Sefer HaTanya, tells of a terrible, albeit fascinating, historical tragedy. on Erev Shabbos Parshas Chukas. On that day, in the year 1242, 20 wagonloads (other versions state 24) filled with Gemaros and Talmudic literature, were burned in Paris.

The Magen Avraham prefaces his terrible tale by quoting certain writings[2]
explaining that it is “worthwhile for every Jew to cry for the burning of the Torah”. He then proceeds to tell of a customary annual fast specifically for this purpose,  by agents of the Church and King Louis IX. The pretext was a public debate between an apostate monk and several of the most eminent rabbinical authorities in France; the official verdict against them a foregone conclusion[3]. The impact and importance of this loss was tremendous. Keep in mind that this occurred over 200 years before the printing press was invented, and each of these volumes was a priceless, handwritten manuscript. In fact, this was considered such an enormous loss for Klal Yisrael, that the famed Maharam M’Rottenburg[4], an eyewitness, composed an elegy for our loss, ‘Sha’ali Serufa Ba’Aish’, deemed so essential, that it is incorporated into the Kinos recited every Tisha B’Av (Kinah 41).

The great rabbis at the time, at a loss to understand the extent of the tragedy, inquired of Heaven by means of a dream (known as a she’elas chalom) to discover whether this terrible event had been so decreed by Hashem. The heavenly reply was a succinct three words ‘Da Gezeiras Oraysa’. This is the Aramaic translation (see Targum Onkelus) of the opening verses to Parshas Chukas, ‘Zos Chukas HaTorah’, ‘These are the decrees of the Torah’ (Bamidbar Ch. 19, verse 2). The Rabbanim understood from this cryptic reply that the burning of the Talmud was indeed Heavenly decreed. Moreover, they gleaned that it was due to the proximity of the Parsha that the tragedy transpired, and not the day of the month[5].

Therefore, and as opposed to every other fast on the Jewish calendar, instead of a specific day established as a fast day, this one, designated a Taanis for Yechidim (fast for individuals), was set annually on the Erev Shabbos preceding Parshas Chukas. For those fasting, Asarah B’Teves would not be the only Taanis that practically occurs on a Friday[6]!

Retribution for the Rambam?

Rav Hillel of Verona, a talmid of Rabbeinu Yonah, and another eyewitness to these events, wrote a famous letter[7] in which he considered the burning of the Talmud as a clear sign of Divine anger and retribution for the burning of the works of the Rambam, in the exact same place in Paris not even forty days prior!

After the Rambam’s passing (in 1204), many great scholars who did not agree with his philosophical observations in his ‘Moreh Nevuchim’ and ‘Sefer HaMada’ banned his sefarim, with a tremendous controversy erupting throughout the Torah world[8]. Eventually, a number of his detractors submitted copies of his work to the monks of the Dominican Order to determine whether the Rambam’s works contained heretical ideas. The Dominican Friars, naturally, summarily concluded that the Rambam’s writings were not only false, but blasphemous. In 1234, inMontpelier, France, they publicly collected and burned all copies they found of ‘Moreh Nevuchim’ and ‘Sefer HaMada’. Similarly, in 1242, afanatical mob burned many of the Rambam’s writings in Paris. Less than 40 days later, at the exact same site, the 24 wagonloads of the Talmud were burned, on Erev Shabbos Parshas Chukas[9].

According to Rav Hillel’s letter, the famed Rabbeinu Yonah, one of the Rambam’s primary opponents, took the Talmud burning as a Divine sign, and publicly and vociferously denounced his former position and opposition against the Rambam’s writings and instead emphatically concluded “Moshe Emes V’Toraso Emes, V’Kulanu Bada’in!” “Moshe and his Torah are true (here referring to the Rambam), while we all are liars”[10]. He planned on traveling to the Rambam’s grave (in Teverya) and begging forgiveness. Some say this tragic incident was the catalyst of Rabbeinu Yonah’s writing what came to be known as his Magnum Opus, ‘Shaarei Teshuva’.

Further Grounds for Fasting

After discussing the burning of the Talmud, the Magen Avraham offers another reason for fasting. On this very day, Erev Shabbos Chukas, two entire cities of Jews were brutally decimated, as part of the Gezeiras Ta”ch V’Ta”t, the Cossack massacres led by Bogdan Chmielnitsky ym”sh[11] in 1648 - 1649, as recorded by the Shach.

Although most know of the Shach as simply one of the preeminent halachic authorities, due to his extensive and authoritative commentary and rulings on the Shulchan Aruch, few know that he also wrote a sefer titled ‘Megillas Eifa’[12], detailing the horrific slaughter of tens of thousands (possibly hundreds of thousands!) of Jews (and hundreds of entire communities) during these terrifying years. Among his entries he mentions the two cities that were wiped out on this same day in the year 1648 (5408). Hence, the Magen Avraham avers, that it is proper to fast (Taanis Yachid) on Erev Shabbos Chukas, due to both of these tragedies happening on this same day in history.

Kiddush Levana opportunity 

Chasunas: 

Klein - Klor Lake Terrace

Stern - Friedman Fountain Ballroom

Neuman - Krohn Bais Faiga

Lederer - Goldberg Ateres Esther

Meiseles - Horwitz Cedar Palace 

Chase - Weider Kesser Moshe Yehuda 

Backenroth - Rosenberg Ateres  Chaim Elazar 

- Tehillim gathering tonight in BMG as Lakewood The roshei yeshiva call on the talmidei hayeshiva to learn and daven for refuah sheleima for the Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Rav Avrohom Yehoshua ben Ettil Soloveitchik. There will be Tehillim B'tzibur at Bais Mesrash Bais Yitchok 10:50 pm. 7th st and private way.

- Chumash Shiur by Harav Yeruchom Olshin shlita 11:30 pm at B"M Ateres Bracha live 646-726-9977

Haahkafa With Rav Gershon Ribner shlita

The persistent struggle in ever present temptations – The battle and the war Abstaining from sinning due to cultural or sociological considerations Why would HG”R Shimon Shkop opt teaching in YU over Grodno Why an insular sheltered youngerman joins an out of town Kollel Ingratiating yourself with your in laws

 Weather: 85° Partly cloudy.

shabbos will be rainy

 Boys Schools have half today as yeshiva camp starts Monday 

- Tehillim gathering tonight in BMG as Lakewood The roshei yeshiva call on the talmidei hayeshiva to learn and daven for refuah sheleima for the Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik. There will be Tehillim Betzibur at Bais Mesrash Bais Yitchok 10:50 pm.

- Trump: The Communists are finally making their move. I’ve been waiting and preparing for this for a long time. It’s easy to be a Communist — All you have to do is say, “I’ll give you everything,” but that means you’re taking it away from others that have earned it. Over thousands of years, that Ideology has not worked once. The game is on. Enjoy watching! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Giyus: Mir  Yerushalayim Yeshiva will hold a public atzeres tefilah and protest at Kikar Zaks near Zhville this coming Sunday in response to the arrest of a bochur who is a talmid in Mir at a enlisting office in Beer Sheva when he went to arrange a deferment. The atzeres will officially be a public machaah but no other form or protest If the bochur is not released by Sunday the atzeres will proceed 

-  At Today's Lakewood Township Committee meeting, it was business as usual although Mayor Ray Coles debuted a new beard. Otherwise, there wasn't a single public comment. The committee again defended its continued reliance on virtual meetings, noting that Committeeman Menashe Miller was able to participate remotely from Germany, where he is serving on military assignment. 

What wasn't discussed was the option many municipalities have adopted: holding meetings in person while also offering Zoom for remote participation. Neighboring towns have long returned to in-person meetings out of respect for their residents. Meanwhile, Lakewood officials have continued meeting virtually, with critics arguing they have remained largely inaccessible to the public since the COVID era.

- Relatives of a  frum 75-year-old kosher bakery owner found shot dead near a Queens park lake last month said they suspected the “visibly Jewish” man was targeted in a hate crime – as investigators and family bumped the award for any leads on the slaying to $20,000. NYP

- Although an agreement has been reached on the topline number for the $60.7 billion Fiscal Year 2027 state budget, New Jersey’s top Democrats are still working out many details and the process again appears poised to stretch to the eve of the government shutdown deadline of July 1st.

- A majority of Israelis oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reported deal with ultra-Orthodox parties Shas and United Torah Judaism to swiftly advance some of their legislative agenda in exchange for supporting coalition priorities, according to a Channel 12 poll. The two Charedi parties have denied the existence of a deal, despite widespread reports on its details. The survey finds that 62% oppose the agreement, while just 23% support it. Even among coalition voters, 22% say they oppose the deal.

-Giyus:  IDF has decided to establish a charedi  base City" at a cost of tens of millions. It will be built in the Jordan Valley, will include training for all Charedi tracks, officers' courses, fighters and combat supporters. It will have an external compound for women, mikvaos and shuls. And this is happening despite failing to meet Charedi recruitment targets.channel 13

- Reports of additional ICE arrests in Lakewood today at a car mechanic shop off Route 88, following activity yesterday in which workers were detained at a grocery store off Clifton Avenue.

- Thousands are heading up today to the Catskills for the official start of summer.

Traffic alerts are in effect around the MetLife Stadium area due to World Cup games taking place today. Motorists are advised to avoid the Turnpike and Route 3 and instead use alternate routes.

- Lechem sourdough bakery from Lakewood opened a location in the Catskills in MOnticello off Broadway 

- Deal Nj more restaurants opening CASA dairy Italian kosher restaurant is now open Located at 232 Norwood Avenue, Ocean, NJ 07755

Slices pizza moved to another location on Norwood 

-Tehillim for Rosh HaYeshiva, HaRav Reuven Feinstein, shlita who is having a procedure today Sholom Reuven ben Shima

-Tefilos in Brisk: Continuous tefilos took at Brisk Yeshiva, the Kosel and in Meron for a refuah sheleima the recovery of Brisk Rosh Yeshiva Rav Avraham Yehoshua ben Ettil Soloveitchik.

Venezuela earthquake: Authorities reported that the death toll from the two powerful consecutive earthquakes that struck the Latin American country has risen to 188, while the number of injured stands at 1,520.

-Lakewood township commite meeting today remote only watch livestream Here

 See agenda Here 

Items on the agenda 

-The addition of two new NJ Transit bus stops along southbound Route 9. The proposed stops would be located near 6th Street and 4th Street, with the request now moving to the NJDOT for final approval.

-Public sale of property

Block 1139, Lot 1 – Vacant 0.918-acre property at Havens Ave / Vine Ave / Broadway (R-12 zone) Sale price: $3,000,000 minimum bid

-Accepting a 25k Energy Plan through a NJBPU grant to help align the township with New Jersey’s goal of 100% clean energy by 2050

-A 5 year Tax abatement to Towbin Realty, located at 850 Towbin Avenue

-No Parking along Park avenue MOnday - Friday at Gratter building from Park Avenue and Second Street and extending 764 feet south.

-No Parking on Massachusetts 50 feet both sides of Payne street 

-Vacating “paper street” from public use known as Beaumont Street

Publi can comment  during meeting via email [email protected]

- Day trip ideas Free tour at Amazon warehouse fillfilment center age 6 an older must schedule in advance here 

- North Jersey police are warning of a rise in thefts targeting Honda and Acura vehicles, with criminals stealing airbags and crash sensors in quick break-ins. Similar cases in Clifton and Teaneck have led to arrests and increased police patrols.

-The Lakewood Board of Education challenged New Jersey’s planned state takeover of the district during its first court hearing, calling the intervention a “drastic” and “extreme” measure. State officials argued the takeover is being carried out through the proper legal process. No witnesses testified during the brief hearing, with further proceedings expected. App

-  El Al Airlines will suspend its Tel Aviv-Moscow flights for the coming days due to developments between Russia and Ukraine and recent aviation incidents in the region, a spokesperson says.

- Members of the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah in Eretz Yisroel, in a special letter, have joined the call of Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch shlita to observe a taanis dibbur at the beginning of the sedorim, as a zechus to strengthen the fight against the enemies of Yiddishkeit. The letter was signed by Rav Meir Tzvi Bergman, Rav Berel Povarsky, Rav Aviezer Pilz, Rav Dovid Cohen, and Rav Lazer Yehuda Finkel.

-The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down a Hawaii law in a 6-3 ruling that barred people with concealed-carry permits from bringing firearms onto private property open to the public  such as stores, restaurants, hotels, malls, and gas stations, unless the property owner gave explicit permission. 

- New York Attorney General Letitia James criticized the Democratic Party's progressive wing, warning that efforts to reshape the party could deepen internal divisions. Her comments came after Zohran Mamdani’s primary victory and endorsements of several progressive candidates.

- Rent control vaad in Yerushalayim Roshei yeshiva and Kollel heads Launch Housing Committee to Curb Rent Hikes for Kollel Families A new "Housing Committee" (Va'ad Diyur) to address sharp rent increases affecting avreichim on several streets including: Panim Meiros Sorotzkin, Menachem Meishiv, Zayist Ra'anan, Imrei Bina, Toras Chessed, and Divrei Chaim. Organizers say landlords have been exploiting the local housing shortage, placing a heavy financial burden on kollel families. The new committee will now set and oversee rental price guidelines for kollel apartments in the area. Under the new rules, kollel or yeshiva students who rent without the committee's approval risk losing their right to study at participating yeshivos and kollelim. The notices are signed by numerous rosh yeshivas and kollel heads who say they will enforce the regulation among their talmidim

- New IRS data reveals NJ has bled a staggering $48.25 BILLION in taxable income since 2004 as residents and businesses flee our crushing tax structure. Just last year, another $2.8 billion walked out the door to states like Florida and Pennsylvania.

- The Postmaster General announced the USPS will NOT deliver mail-in ballots to states that refuse to comply with President Trump’s executive order and provide lists of eligible voters.

- US Supreme Court deals blow to activist judges by allowing the Trump administration to Block "asylum seekers" from entering America In a 6-3 vote, the Supreme Court rules that asylum seekers standing in Mexico have not “arrived in the United States” under immigration law, meaning they aren’t entitled to inspection or allowed to apply for asylum until they actually cross the border.

- Just 7% of voters, mostly young and white, led Mamdani’s NYC socialist election surge.

- The heads of the Hesder Yeshivos announced that yeshiva students will enlist in the Armored Corps in August.After a meeting with the IDF Chief of Staff and senior military officials, and following a special discussion on the integration of female soldiers in combat units, the yeshiva heads decided that Hesder students will proceed with their scheduled enlistment into the Armored Corps as planned.

- The spokesperson for Iran's National Security Committee threatened in a post on X that the negotiations could collapse and war could begin, citing recent statements by U.S. officials.

- The evacuation of around 11,000 mariners stranded by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has been suspended after an attack on a vessel in the Gulf of Oman, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) says. The UN’s maritime agency said earlier this week it would begin evacuating 600 ships and their crews that were trapped by the US-Iran war, after Washington and Tehran agreed a preliminary deal to end the conflict.

- Iran fired on a cargo ship that reported earlier being hit by a projectile as it attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, two US officials tell Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.

- WSJ: Iran plans to make billions from reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran estimates that security and safety services in the Strait will generate nearly $40 billion a year for the countries involved (Iran and Oman)

The IDF says it struck and killed at least six Hezbollah operatives who posed a threat to troops operating in southern Lebanon today.

-  Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked a Singapore-flagged cargo ship Thursday in the Strait of Hormuz, according to two senior U.S. official

- Vance: "We agreed with the Iranians that a Revolutionary Guard officer and an officer from the US Central Command will sit together in Qatar. That way, we will resolve many of the conflicts between us."

- The Israeli government will officially recognize the Armenian genocide carried out by the Ottoman Empire, after decades in which Israel refrained from doing so for political reasons related to Turkey.

- Quds Force Commander of the Revolutionary Guards: "If Israel does not voluntarily withdraw from South Lebanon today, it will be forced to leave there tomorrow defeated

- A senior U.S. official told Reuters that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon, and the Lebanese army will deploy there instead.According to the senior official, the Israeli withdrawal is a gesture of “good will” toward the Lebanese government.

- Rubio: The Iranian regime is still led by extremist clerics. This has always been the case, and it continues to be so today.

- Rubio: “You're not going to have peace and stability in this region as long as there are non-state actors operating within the boundaries and borders of sovereign countries and being funded by Iran."

- Israeli, Lebanese officials deny US claim that IDF withdrew from parts of Lebanon

- Oil prices have fallen to prewar levels as the United States say flows through the Strait of Hormuz are nearing normal, and its top diplomat wraps up a Gulf tour aimed at winning support for a preliminary Iran deal. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says shipments through the strait are approaching levels seen before the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, with at least 20 million barrels exiting the strait in the previous 24 hours.

- Ghalibaf disputed Trump’s statement about the use of funds: “America falsely claims that the assets unfrozen for us will be used to purchase American agricultural products. Interesting. The only crop we harvest is what you sowed: decades of distrust. It is organic, abundant, and grows at home. But apparently, the United States only exports genetically modified soybeans, broken promises, and nonsense.”

- A IDF  reserve soldier was lilled in an “operational accident” in southern Lebanon last night. Basil Sweid, 32, a truck driver from Peki’in. The military says Sweid was killed when his refueling truck overturned in the Rab al-Thalathine area.

- Rubio claims Israel-Lebanon talks close to yielding ‘commitment of intent’

- Israel and Lebanon are making good progress in their talks in the United States and are close to making a “commitment of intent,” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claims,

- The IDF has postponed the demolition of several Hezbollah terror infrastructures in southern Lebanon amid the current ceasefire with the terror group, The Times of Israel has learned.

- A tunnel in the southern Lebanon village of Majdal Zoun, which reporters visited last week, has not yet been demolished.

- A Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander was killed in an Israeli strike in the southern Gaza Strip this week, the military announces.

Chasunas:

Goldstein - Hamburger  Bais Faiga

Ginsberg - Dickstein The Beru

Reichman - Follman  Lake Terrace 

Shcechter - Golombeck Fountain Ballroom

Herzog - Britz Ne'emas Hachaim

Baum - Tessler Kesser Moshe Yehuda 

Engelman - Deutsch Ateres Blima

Koslowits - Niehause Ateres Esther

Ausch  - Heskel Ateres Chaim Elazar 

- Shiur in Tanya by the Amshinov Rebbe 910 E. Kennedy after 10:00pm Maariv

 Weather: 84° Sunny.

9 Tamuz Yahrzeit of Rav Dovid Lipschitz ZT"L, the "Suvalker Rav

9 Tamuz: Rav Yekusiel Yehuda Halberstam ZT"L, the Klausenburger Rebbe

On this date 20 wagons loaded with gemaras and commentaries were burned in France, 1244 it was on Friday erev shabbos chukas 

- Giyus: Attempted arrest of a yeshiva bochur at the Maccabim checkpoint on Highway 443 was unsuccessful after dozens of chareidi protesters rushed to the scene within minutes, and preventing the arrest.

- Trump: Schumer has become essentially a Palestinian. In fact, I’ve asked for a beautiful, beautiful silk outfit to be sent in the Palestinian tradition. I’m going to send it to him as a birthday present.

- Keren Olam HaTorah delegation finishing up the campaign tonight in Monsey and another stop in Manhattan  before heading back to EY

- Tehillim in BMG Botei Medrashim for Rav Avrohom Yehoshua ben Ettil at 7:05pm

- Updated: Reports from Lakewood indicate that ICE agents conducted an enforcement operation today at The Oaxaqueño restaurant and market on Clifton ave and 1st street , with multiple workers reportedly taken into custody. The owners went on social media  that they had no prior knowledge of the raid as people questioned if ICE can just walk into a business. 

- Eight New Jersey residents are among 455 people charged nationwide in what federal officials described as the largest coordinated health care fraud enforcement action in Justice Department history. The defendants including 90 doctors and other licensed medical professionals — are accused of participating in schemes involving more than $6.5 billion in fraudulent claims, illegal opioid distribution and other health care crimes, according to the Department of Justice.

- PSA: Many parks in and around Lakewood, including several Ocean County parks, have recently been upgraded with beautiful new playground equipment. If you're looking for a fun, free outing with the kids this summer, it's a great time to check them out!

- Hundreds of Talmidei Brisk gathered tonight for an Atzeres Tefillah at the Kosel, they stood near the plaza entrance further from Wall davening on behalf of the Brisk Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik, who remains hospitalized and in need of rachamei Shamayim. See video. Below 

- The vehicle protest supporting imprisoned bnei Torah ended after about four hours, with organizers claiming around 10,000 vehicles participated. The event was marked by several violent incidents of Secular Israelis physically assaulting charedim, including a confrontation on Highway 1, an alleged firearm incident, and an assault on the deputy mayor of Beitar Illit, who required medical treatment.

- Camp between camp begins today as regular camps start Monday 

- ICE agents made several arrests this morning on Clifton avenue in Lakewood 

- Giyus: Thousands Depart from 19 Cities Toward Prison 10; Violent Clashes Erupt During Vehicle Protest Thousands of participants joined a large-scale vehicle protest Tuesday, traveling in organized convoys from 19 locations across Israel to Military Prison 10 in support of imprisoned bnei Torah. The demonstration, organized as a show of solidarity with yeshiva students and avreichim detained over the draft issue, drew significant crowds and caused major traffic disruptions. Reports from the scene indicated incidents of violent confrontations between protesters and security forces as tensions escalated during the protest.

- Lakewood BOE meeting tonight on the agenda to place a question on the November 2026 ballot asking Lakewood voters whether to shrink the Board of Education from 9 to 7 members. If approved, only 1 of the 3 expiring seats would be filled this election (the other 2 eliminated), reducing the Board to 7 members starting January 1, 2027. No sitting member would be removed early current members finish their terms regardless.

Doubling the Legal Services budget to $600,000 for 2026-2027. approves a law firm to provide legal services to the Lakewood School District as needed for the 2025-2026 school year, billed at $425/hour, capped at an additional $10,000,

- Property taxes:The 2026-2027 l school tax levy is ($120,736,581) Using the 2025 Lakewood school tax rate of $1.026 per $100 of assessed value, a home assessed at $300,000 would pay approximately $3,078 annually in school taxes. A property assessed at the 2017 median value of $444,600 would pay about $4,561, while homes assessed at $500,000, $600,000, and $700,000 would pay roughly $5,130, $6,156, and $7,182 respectively. A property assessed at $1 million would pay approximately $10,260 in school taxes.

- Trump: Big Rally tonight on the National Mall. Fantastic Music!!! MAGA!!! FUN!!! Be there at 7:00 P.M. President DJT

- Trump: America the Beautiful will NEVER be a Communist Country!!! President DJT

- Ari Fleischer former WH spokesman: Free advice for New Yorkers: get out while you still can. The rise of socialists in NYC will threaten everyone. Mamdani’s power will increase, socialists will gain more seats and they’re coming next for you. Get out now. NYC is going down the tubes.

- Kavod Shabbos: New Jersey state Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-Lakewood), one of two Orthodox Jews in the Legislature, tells NJ Globe he is prepared to sleep in the statehouse on Friday night in case his Budget Committee vote is needed on Saturday to pass the state budget. Schnall said he would bring his own food and use the stairs rather than the elevators on the Sabbath. He said he would have someone push his vote button under his supervision if necessary to avoid using electronics.

- Supporters of Democratic Socialist candidates celebrated their victories in New York’s primary elections by chanting “Free Palestine” "From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be Free"

following the victory speech alongside Zohran Mamdani

- Trump: Mayor Mamdani pulled through 3 solid Communists, and has received loud and universal applause from the Fake News Media. Congratulations Mr. Mayor! I went 16-0 last night, helping to elect wonderful American Patriots, and the Media doesn’t say a word. Over the last two years, my endorsement has netted 259 Primary WINS, and almost no losses, with Zero media attention!!! FAKE NEWS. President DJT

- Tefillos in Brisk: As concern continues over the condition of the Brisk Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik, who remains hospitalized and in need of rachamei Shamayim, tehillim gatherings are continuing throughout the day at Yeshivas Brisk. Tonight, shortly before midnight, a special tefillah gathering will take place at the kever of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai in Meron, led by prominent Talmidei chachomim and close talmidim of the Brisk Yeshiva, including Rav Dovid Miller, Ponovezh, Rav Yitzchok Dov Schechter, Kol Tora, Rav Meir Kessler, Rav Aryeh Bernstein, Yagdil, Rav Menachem Kraus, Slabodka, Rav Zalman Dovid Zuckerman, Rav Yerucham Poversky, Rav Shaya Gorlitzky, and others, together with current and former students of the yeshiva.(MWeisberg)

- Giyus: Initially Three major chareidi groups Agudath Israel, the Bnei Torah faction Peleg Yerushalmi, and the Eida HaChareidis have joined a large protest, now boosted by the public support and Bracha of Degel HaTorah leader Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch expected to draw thousands more Litvish participants and cause major road disruptions, including organized convoys from places like Rechasim and Telshe Stone. The Gerrer Rebbe, currently at a Tel Aviv hospital for eye treatment, also directed his driver to join the vehicle protest in support of Bnei hayeshiva

- Thousands of drivers are expected to take part this afternoon in a nationwide vehicle protest supporting imprisoned bnei Torah. Convoys will depart from 19 locations across Israel at 4:00 p.m. and travel toward Military Prison 10. The demonstration, backed by numerous chassidic courts, organizations, and the Eidah HaChareidis, is calling for the release of detained bnei Torah, an end to arrests related to the draft issue, and the cancellation of measures affecting lomdei Torah and their families. Organizers say the protest is intended as a show of solidarity and unity, carrying the message: "Enough is enough! There is no path without the path of Torah!" Thousands of participants have already registered for the event.

- An ordinance for township meeting tomorrow carves out a zoning pathway for one or more very large hospital/medical campuses to be built in Lakewood's Airport Business Commercial Zone, with detailed dimensional standards tailored to a major facility It allows a parking garage with 6 floors and up to 765 feet in height!!

- Lakewood watershed report at the township meeting tomorrowThe report introduces a watershed inventory for Lakewood Township, NJ, aimed at supporting sustainable watershed management planning. Lakewood median household income of $69,521, and roughly 20% of residents below the poverty line. Land use data from the 2017 Master Plan shows the township has nearly 26,000 parcels, with residential (Class 2) properties making up the majority of parcels (80.7%) and the largest share of land area (34.4%), followed by public property like parks and open space (21.5%).

Lakewood's flood-prone areas include South Lakewood, Lanes Mill Road near the Brick Township border (which has seen several feet of flooding), and zones along smaller tributaries of the Metedeconk River that back up when the main river is high. While the township overall carries a moderate-to-high flood risk with localized street flooding during heavy rain, data shows less than 14% of Lakewood properties face 100-year storm flood risk notably lower than the New Jersey state average of 23.9%.

- A Lakewood-based developer, 451 Old Lacey Acquisition LLC, has sued Manchester Township, alleging officials changed zoning rules to block townhouse and garden apartment projects on its 25-acre Whiting property. The lawsuit claims the ordinance contradicts the township's own master plan recommendations and unlawfully restricts housing development in the area.

- Prime Minister Netanyahu is holding a flurry of conversations in recent hours with Knesset members ahead of the opening of discussions on the law to cancel arrests of yeshiva bochurim and the Basic Law on Torah Study.

- Trump:The big Oil Companies are not dropping their price at the pump commensurate with the sharply lower prices they are paying for Oil. Those prices are dropping like a rock! In other words, customers are being “gouged.” I have instructed the DOJ to immediately start looking into this. Gasoline prices better start going down a lot faster than what I’m seeing! President DJT

- Elise Stefanik Gotham has fallen.

The mass exodus out of the New York will continue apace. I call it the Blue Exodus. Last night’s sweep of Marxist Socialist candidates will further destroy New York City. The virulent antisemitism in the Socialists’ campaigns is dangerous not only to Jews, but to every American. Because they are attacking the West. If they continue to win, the American Dream and Western Civilization will fall. Wake up.

- Trump: Even though he tried unsuccessfully to prosecute me, and despite the fact that he is a major Slimeball, I feel sorry for FORMER Congressman Dan Goldman. He is wandering aimlessly, together with the former husband of the great Kellyanne Conway, through a large field of Dumocrat Communists, trying so hard to find his way - A very sad finish for a man who has no clue, and never did!!! President DJT

-Trump: Weak and pathetic Congressman Dan Goldman just lost, BIG! I guess people didn’t like him illegally targeting President TRUMP. In any event, this jerk is finally GONE! President DJT

Shtender on roof

Leaving from Yerushalayim 

Slowing down traffic

Brisk talmidim at the Kosel tonight

- Trump: The war is going very well. As you know, we are winning by a lot. Iran is making very significant concessions. We'll see what happens, but it's going very powerful.

- NYP: Republican poll: “After hearing details of the memorandum of understanding signed by President Trump last week, just 32% deem it a 'good deal' while 44% pan it as a 'bad deal,' with another 15% saying it’s 'neither.”

- Rubio on Lebanon: The US is working to establish a “pilot zone” where the Lebanese Army will incrementally begin taking over these zones one by one.

- NYP: Israel furious with Trump for being left out of the US-Iran peace talks: ‘It’s a huge mess’

- David M Friedman Brad Lander made a simple calculation. He could betray the Jewish people, slander the State of Israel, and embrace radical Islam, and thereby pick up enough votes to enter Congress. The math was correct, the morality despicable.

- Scott Jennings cnn Pundit: What is happening right now in New York City, the Democratic Socialist takeover of the Democrat Party should frighten not just Jewish Americans but all Americans everywhere because this is the direction the Democrats are headed nationally.”

- Trump: Iran has informed the U.S. that, despite troublemaking Fake News reporting to the contrary, there are “NO TOLLS, NO INSURANCE COSTS, & NO OTHER CHARGES OF ANY KIND BEING SOUGHT OR RECEIVED BY IRAN ON SHIPS TRAVELING THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ. If this is false information, negotiations would end, immediately! Additionally, no money has been given to Iran, or released from their money to them, by the U.S. We will be releasing some of their money, that is totally controlled by us, to our Farmers and Ranchers, for the purchase of Corn, Wheat, Soybeans, and more. Food is desperately needed in Iran, and we will be purchasing it for them exclusively from the United States. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- IDF struck two Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon: "They endangered our forces; we will continue to operate to remove immediate threats

- The Hamas  terrorists  in Gaza are strengthening: The IDF reports that it struck four rocket-launching positions in the Gaza Strip overnight that were prepared for launch and had been established during the ceasefire."

- Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz:

“Even if there will be an American demand, we will not withdraw from southern Lebanon.

Two hundred thousand residents will not return. There are no residents and no terrorists. Why? Because in the past, security zones that included a civilian population became breeding grounds for roadside bombs and attacks against our soldiers. We will not allow that to happen again. Soldiers inside, residents outside. The infrastructure is destroyed, the houses are damaged and pose a threat. We are not withdrawing.”

- Trump: So, I have Iran on the “ropes,” ready to go down for the fall, willing to give us practically anything, and for the first time in decades, respecting the hell out of the United States and its President, ME, and the U.S. Senate decides to have a poorly timed and meaningless War Powers Act Vote, telling the Number One Sponser of Terror in the World that the United States doesn’t like what I am doing to them, and I must stop, and by so doing has provided aid and comfort the Enemy. Four Republican Losers voted with the Dumocrats, and Iran asked my people, “what does that all mean?” These Senators have just made my job more difficult, but I will get it done, one way or the other, because I always get it done! President DJT

WSJ: Iran's negotiation team consulted psychologists to understand better Trump's line of thinking in light of his series of threatening tweets alongside the talks. According to the report, there are no psychologists on the negotiation team itself, but they are assisting Tehran in understanding how the president will respond to Iranian proposals

Chasunas:

Frank - Rubin Neemas Hachaim 

Hasenfield  - Weingarten  Fountain Ballroom 

Nussbacher - Rosenberg  Ateres Blima

Lecht - Kesser Moshe Yehuda 

-Annual Dinner mesivta Keren Orah R"Y Rav Chaim Blum shlita,at Bnos Devorah hall

- Mir Yerushalayim Reception with Rav Binyomin Carlebach shlita at Jackson 21 club house

 weather: 74° Showers this morning becoming a steady rain during the afternoon hours. Chance of rain 80%.

Yesterday 7 Tamuz  47th Yartzeit of Rav Gedalya Schorr Zatzal

On the eve of the 60th yahrzeit of Rav Zalman Sorotzkin zt”l, The Lutzker Rav, a rare recording is being released of the moving hesped he delivered at the funeral of Rav Aharon Kotler zt”l. Watch Here.

-Stephen Miller warns New York’s Democratic primary is the latest sign of a party moving sharply left, with new candidates who want to abolish ice, while opening America’s borders, and emptying our country’s prisons.

-Dems elect anti Israel candidates in NY Primary elections. 3 out of 3 Mamdani-backed candidates won their Democrat primaries tonight 

- Two-term incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman federal prosecutor at Trump impeachment  trial  was ousted by Mamdani ally Brad Lander in New York Democratic primary shaped by anti Israel trends in the democratic party. 

The victory is being seen as a win for the Democratic Party's progressive wing in one of the bluest congressional districts in the country.

- Beginning June 26, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will start booking appointments for customers to obtain licenses and registrations to operate e-bikes in the state.

The new law, which takes effect July 19, requires all e-bikes in New Jersey to be insured, and owners must have a license and be registered with the MVC. (One Jersey)

-Badatz  Eidah Hacharedis joining the car protest tomorrow across Eretz Yisroel. Drivers will go 50 KMH making their way to prison 10.

- The US Senate has just passed a symbolic Iran War Powers Resolution to block President Trump's authorities in Iran, while he works out a peace deal, 50-48 with 4 republicans joining democrats

- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the charedi parties have reportedly reached a deal that would delay the dissolution of the Knesset until July 17 and schedule elections for October 20. In exchange for backing the government and postponing elections, the charedi parties are expected to receive passage of several key bills, including Basic Law: Torah Study, legislation preventing the arrest of draft evaders, and a kashrus bill. The parties have reportedly agreed to drop efforts to pass the daycare subsidy bill in the current Knesset.

- Federal investigators reveal the Champlain Towers South condo in Surfside, Florida, began crumbling a full three weeks before its catastrophic June 2021 collapse, which claimed 98 lives(Kol Haolam).

- The family of Michael Mizrahi Z"L who was killed in Montreal shooting by a police officer said confusion in the hours following Monday's shooting led some to believe the 68-year-old was still alive and had been taken to a hospital. Rabbi Barak Hetsroni said Mizrahi's relatives received reports that he had survived, prompting his son to search local hospitals for answers. The family later learned that Mizrahi had been killed at the scene. The uncertainty persisted for several hours before authorities confirmed his death, Hetsroni said.

- New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and legislative leaders have reached a FY2027 budget deal just ahead of the July 1 deadline that both increases the state Child Tax Credit by 25% and revises the Stay NJ property tax relief program. Under the revised Stay NJ plan, eligibility would be limited to households earning up to $200,000 annually (down from higher thresholds proposed earlier), with a sliding benefit scale: seniors earning under $100,000 would receive up to $6,500, those earning $100,000–$150,000 about $5,000, and those earning $150,000–$200,000 about $4,000.

- New York’s primaries are exposing a growing divide within the Democratic Party, as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is going all-in to help elect three far-left congressional candidates. The candidates are campaigning on policies such as ending U.S. military aid to Israel, expanding access to housing, abolishing ICE, and raising taxes on wealthier Americans as they seek to beat establishment-backed Democrats. Just six months into his term, Mamdani is directly challenging the Democratic machine, fueling speculation that a broader political realignment could be underway as New York voters head to the polls in these pivotal primaries.(Foxnews)

- The Mordy Klughaupt Dedication Page for B"M kelmwoods building campaign 

Mordy possessed a remarkable gift for making others feel comfortable and appreciated. Whether celebrating at a wedding, sharing in a family simchah, offering a kind word, or remembering someone with a thoughtful birthday card, he brought positivity and joy wherever he went. His kindness, humility, and willingness to help others were hallmarks of his character and endeared him to all who knew him. Bais Medrash D'Kelmwoods held a special place in Mordy's heart. From the founding of the shul, he was actively involved in its growth and development. He used his talents to document many of its earliest moments through his photography and was a familiar presence at its functions, events, and milestones. Always eager to help, he generously contributed his time and talents whenever needed. He took great pride in the kehillah and cherished the friendships and connections he built there over the years. Donate HERE 

- Prime day starts today on Amazon see many deals on Dandeals 

- Last official day for local girls’ schools is today, with summer camps in Lakewood starting next week Monday. Sleepaway camps begin later this week, leaving many parents juggling schedules and staying home to watch kids as the transition into camp season begins.

Unpaid tuition balances are at a record high.

- The Lakewood area now has over 140 kosher restaurants cafes and eateries.

Long Branch, NJ has a couple of new kosher food spots opening:

“Truffle,” a new meat restaurant, is also set to open soon at 604 2nd Ave, Long Branch.

A former non-kosher place “Jr’s” has reopened as a kosher sandwich shop called “Sr’s,” which held its grand opening last week under supervision of the JSOR.

- With summer schedule Changes in routine are a leading cause of children being left in cars. Research shows that summer schedule disruptions like vacations and camp changes can increase risk. Safety experts recommend building a habit of always opening the back door when you park. Place something you need in the back seat (like a bag or lunchbox) as a reminder. Husband and wife should always check with each other if kid was dropped off and taken out of the car

- Israel’s Central Elections Committee said today that police will not carry out draft-evasion enforcement operations on Knesset Election Day, allowing all citizens to vote without fear of arrest.

- Keren Olam HTorah dlegation in Toronto today.

Team Lakewood raised $3,411,565 including BMG Collection Raised $802,854 Lakewood Leadership raised $26,796,496.

- U.S. markets open down as tech stocks drive sell-off Tech Stocks Plunge Worldwide With Nasdaq Down Nearly 1,000 Points

- New Jersey American Water customers may notice a temporary change in the taste or smell of their water from June 22–26 as the company switches to free chlorine as part of routine system maintenance and hydrant flushing. The water remains safe to drink and use.

- BDE: Petirah of Hamekubal Rabbi Rachamim Attiyah z"l, senior rav of the Aleppo Jewish community and a Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshivas Hamekubalim Nahar Shalom in Yerushalayim, at the age of 95. He was a talmid of Rav Mordechi Sharabi ztl and a father in law of Sefardi Chief Rabbi Rav Yitzchok Yosef shlita. Levaya tonight in Yerushalayim

- Building campaign B'M Kelmwoods in Westgate Donate Here  

- The Lakewood Education Association is calling on member teachers to attend tomorrow’s Board of Education meeting as 164 paraprofessionals face layoffs due to budget cuts. The meeting will be held Wednesday, June 24, at 7:30 p.m.

- Free Fireworks show tonight in Toms River Waterfront at Shelter Cove

- Giyus: A Vehicle protest will take place tomorrow with thousands of cars making their way to prison 10 as military police up the arrests of yeshiva students. The protest is organized by Agudah and will be joined by Safardim with the encouragement of Rav Moshe Maya shlita and the Litvish bnei Torah faction.

Degel HaTorah will not be joining 

- Giyus: Hours after National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced he is considering permanently removing police officers and commanders involved in the use of force against Charedi protesters, and hinted at the possible dismissal of the Bnei Brak police chief, Israel Police issued a statement expressing full support for the commanders who led the operation.

- A significant shift in the position of Rabbi Dov Landau and Degel HaTorah: About a month ago, the directive was to dissolve the Knesset “as quickly as possible.” Now, the party is reportedly willing to delay dissolution in exchange for advancing several legislative bills. Israel media 

- A proposed New Jersey law would make it easier to transform vacant shopping malls and underused office parks into housing, part of a broader push to address the state’s persistent housing shortage and revive struggling commercial properties. The legislation, Senate Bill S1766, would authorize developers to convert qualifying retail centers and office parks into mixed-use developments that combine residential units with retail, office or recreational space.

- Rep. Josh Gottheimer accused Zohran Mamdani of antisemitic rhetoric after Mamdani called the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) a “monster” using dark money at a rally. Gottheimer said the language echoes antisemitic tropes, while Mamdani said he was criticizing AIPAC’s political influence and Israel policy. The dispute reflects deep Democratic Party divisions over Israel and Gaza.

- In Likud, they are pressing Netanyahu to dissolve the Knesset as soon as possible, fearing electoral damage from the ultra-Orthodox legislation and a scenario of a constructive vote of no confidence that would prevent him from reaching the elections as prime minister.

Letter from Roshei Yeshiva regarding the gezeiras Giyus on bnei Hayeshiva 

Hachtara of the New Rav in Gateshead Rav Yisroel Mantel shlita (Photo credit to photographers)

Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch visits Rav Shlomo Miller in Toronto

-Trump: "Iran has been great, if Iran is reasonable, if they're smart. Otherwise, we'll have to finish the job.

- Trump on his deal with Iran: Anyone who criticized the deal must be educated, even if they are my friends.

- Reporter Q: Iranians say there are no planned visits by inspectors from the IAEA?

Trump: They are wrong. They told us face-to-face, and we have it agreed upon – 100% oversight.

- Rubio on the round of talks between Israel and Lebanon: "This is separate from the negotiations with Iran, Lebanon belongs to the Lebanese. The dialogue with Iran concerns their support for Hezbollah. The war cannot be ended as long as Iran's proxy continues to launch missiles"

- SOS Rubio on the Strait of Hormuz: "No country is allowed to collect tolls on ships in an international strait"

- Pakistani Prime Minister: "I confirm that the MOU signed does NOT include any reference to Iran's ballistic missiles. This issue was NOT part of the negotiations"

- Diplomatic negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are set to include discussions regarding the return of the remains of missing Israeli navigator Ron Arad.

- Senate Majority Leader John Thune says the U.S. needs to protect Israel’s right to self defense during ongoing talks in Switzerland.

- Israeli Embassy in Washington: The fifth round of talks between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the United States, has just begun.

- Iran Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei: 'It was with the weapon of Allahu Akbar that the devoted armed forces in Islamic Iran, accompanied by the mujahideen of the Resistance Front, especially dear Lebanon, achieved remarkable victories against the two terrorist American-Zionist armies in the Third Imposed War.'

- Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter at the start of talks with Lebanon: "This is the fifth round of talks, and I must say – we are in a train wreck. For the previous four rounds, we all boarded the same train. We sat in the same carriage and traveled to the same destination, with the United States serving as the leading engine. The train was heading in a very clear direction: full peace between the countries; Iran out and its malicious influence out of Lebanon; the dismantling of Hezbollah; peace and security for Lebanon and Israel. Today, this train is in danger of derailing. I hope we can get it back on track.

- NY Post cover mocks Iran deal "Easy Mullah"as The US government on Monday formally waived oil sanctions on Iran for two months allowing for up to $10 billion in revenue as nuclear talks continued with Iranian officials in Switzerland. 

- Trump: 19 Millions Barrels of Oil flowed out of the Hormuz Strait yesterday, an all time RECORD. Oil prices are tumbling down, and the World is a much safer place!!! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- The Iranian news agency Fars contradicts Trump's words: "According to a security source, only a limited number of ships have been given permission to cross the Strait of Hormuz; the amount will change daily according to conditions

- The Iranian government officially contradicts JD Vance's announcement: there is no plan to allow IAEA inspectors to visit nuclear facilities that were damaged in the war.

-Trump on Truth Social: Despite their protestations and false statements to the contrary...Iran has fully and completely agreed to highest level Nuclear inspections long into the future (Infinity!!!). This will insure “Nuclear a qHonesty.” If they did not agree to this, there would be no further negotiations! Based on this and other major concessions being made by Iran, I have agreed to allow the Hormuz Strait to remain OPEN, with no further Naval Blockade. However, all ships are remaining in place should it be necessary to reinstitute the Blockade, which seems, at this point, highly unlikely. The Money and/or Sanctions that the U.S. Treasury is releasing goes into escrow, controlled by the U.S.A., and will be used for the purchase of food and medical supplies, exclusively from the United States, including Corn, Wheat, and Soybeans from our great American Farmers. These are things that are desperately needed by Iran. This is a humanitarian crisis, and I feel it is necessary to help, NOW, before it is too late. Talks are going well! Thank you for your attention to this matter President DONALD J. TRUMP”

- Iranian Head of Negotiations Ghalibaf: Iran and Oman established a joint committee to discuss the Strait of Hormuz; details will be provided later.

- IDF: We attacked armed terrorists operating near our forces in the security zone in Lebanon, in the Ali a-Tahr Ridge area. “Immediately after identification, the forces attacked the terrorists north of the security zone to eliminate the threat."

- Hezbollah says Israel violated the ceasefire by opening fire on a “group of civilians” near Nabatieh in southern Lebanon today.

- On eve of direct Jerusalem-Beirut talks, Israel vows to maintain presence in Lebanon

5th round of negotiations in DC kicks off Tuesday; Lebanese PM says he won’t let ‘any other party’ negotiate for Beirut, after Tehran insists halt to IDF strikes there is precondition to its own talks with US

Chasunas:

Knopfler - Nadoff Fountain Ballroom 

Baker - Markman Ateres Esther 

Friedman - Simblist Ateres Blima 

Pachtman  - Miller Tiferes Bais Yaakov

Nasser - Kesser Moshe Yehuda

Lebowitz  - Miller Lake Terrace 

Weather Tonight: 68° Thunderstorms likely. Some may be severe, especially this evening. Storms could contain damaging winds.  Chance of rain 100%

- Keren Olam Hatorah 

Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch at Tallymawr shul in Toms River 

Rav Yosef Chevroni at Hearthstone shul

 Weather: 81° Cloudy early followed by heavy thunderstorms this afternoon Chance of rain 60%.

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for 15 New Jersey counties starting Monday afternoon with rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour expected during severe thunderstorms.National Weather Service not including Ocean county

- Keren Olam HaTorah delegation heading to Toronto tomorrow 

- B"M Kelmwoods Westgate building campaign launch Here 

- Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northern Ocean County from 6:36 pm - 7:15 pm 

- Amazon’s biggest sale of the year Prime Day starts at 3 a.m. ET on June 23 and runs through June 26 so members can grab deals earlier than usual.

- New restaurant in Lakewood Carve Bistro soft opening High-end food without the high-end bill 1094 River Ave unit 2, Lakewood, NJ under KCL Hashgocha reserve Here

- Keren Olam Hatorah delegation will head to an event in Edison tonight 

Shutfus Campaign hits goal of $12 Million new goal set to $13 million. Team Lakewood over $3.2 million with 800k from BMG collection.

The Lakewood Leadership team raised $26,796,496

- BDE: Update: ZAKA confirms Michael Mizrahi A"H , who was seriously injured in the Montreal shooting incident, has been pronounced dead,R"L.

Updated Montreal ZAKA retracts, and reports that a Jewish man was not murdered, but rather seriously injured. His family members request to pray for the recovery of Moshe Michael ben Miriam.

- An Atzeres Tefillah with a Minyan Tehillim will take place tonight at 11:00 PM for the refuah sheleimah of the Brisk Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveitchik, who is currently hospitalized in the ICU. Location: Bais Medrash of Albert, 699 Albert Ave, Lakewood.

- In person meetings at the township 

Lakewood Township is pleased to announce that - following extensive outreach and coordination – the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be hosting in-person interviews in Lakewood for its popular Global Entry Program. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will conduct Global Entry interviews in Lakewood this August, marking the first time the program will be offered in Ocean County. A limited number of interview slots will be available for Lakewood residents who receive conditional approval by July 31. Global Entry provides expedited customs processing and includes TSA PreCheck benefits.

- Lakewood cheder Hachodosh boys  elementary will be moving to Jackson where most of the parent body lives.

- Tucker Carlson announces he is officially leaving the Republican Party

Updated: ZAKA retracts, and reports that the Jewish man was not murdered, but rather seriously injured. His family members request to pray for the recovery of Moshe Michael ben Miriam 

- (An israeli citizen was killed in Montreal today after a female police officer mistook  for the shooter near the scene of the attack.)

Update in Montreal 

- Chabad shloach tells ynet about 100 people sheltered inside the Chabad House after shots fired nearby, wounding a police officer, as authorities search for a second suspect after shooter caught

- There are no Jewish hostages. It occurred in a neighborhood of Montreal where there is a Chabad community but it appears to be unrelated. The grocery store is not a Jewish store

- Initial field intelligence confirms that the active shooter incident has officially ended, with the primary gunman neutralized & deceased following direct law enforcement engagement.

One police officer was tragically killed or fatally wounded during the violent exchange, marking a severe casualty for local emergency personnel answering the call.

Reports say Jewish businesses were the target

One police officer killed another critically injured 

- There's a Chabad a Judaica store and koaher restaurant and supermarket nearby  all on lock down.

-Tehillim Reports of hostages taken at Kosher supermarket in Montreal 

- Active shooter in Montreal on Decarie at PA Grocery Store. in heavily Jewish neighborhood 

There is an active shooter situation in the Montreal neighborhood of Cote Des Neiges at the Westbury project. Over 20 shots heard with apartment windows visibly struck by bullets.

At least one police officer injured & 1-2 people reported dead on scene.

- Last day of school for several girl schools others finish tomorrow 

- Tefillos for Rav Avrohom yehishua Soloveitchik shlita who was taken to the ICU after a deterioration in his condition and is in need of rachmei shamayim name is אברהם יהושע בן עטיל

- Tefilos for the vizhnitz rebbe reb Srultche who is undergoing a medical procedure today name is ישראל בן לאה אסתר

- Traffic alert An accident on River Avenue at Cushman Street caused delays Monday morning after a car began leaking gas. Motorists were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes while emergency crews responded.

- Jackson traffic alert: Expect delays for the next three days as the southbound lane of North Hope Chapel Road, between New Central Avenue and South Cooks Bridge Road, will be closed daily from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The northbound lane will remain open.

- Keren Olam HaTorah Team Lakewood Total Raised $3,106,272 led by BMG collection $793,556 and many shuls as of this morning The Shutfei Olam Hatorah Goal is $12,000,000 Total Raised

$11,589,358 96% of 12 million goal 

- Lakewood planning board meeting scheduled for tomorrow has been canceled 

- Keir Starmer announces he will resign as UK prime minister and leader of the Labour Party

- New pizza shop in Long Branch CRUST CO had their Grand Opening last week.

Located at: 379A Monmouth Road, West Long Branch, NJ 07764 under the hashgacah of Vaad kashrus mehadrin Lakewood 

- Alan Greenspan, the influential economist who led the Federal Reserve for nearly two decades died Monday morning at the age of 100.

- Giyus: The vehicle procession machaah protesting the arrests of Charedim will take place on Wednesday at 4 pm. The vehicles will depart from several points across the country toward Prison 10. At this time, the procession will be held under the leadership of the Agudah faction of UTJ. As of now Degel haTorah will not be joining as Rav Dov Landau has ruled it should take place after 17 Tamuz in order not to bring the bein hazmanim atmosphere earlier.

- Giyus: Additional protests took place today outside Prison 10 as several detainees were released and returned home. Large crowds gathered to welcome them back, celebrating their release.

- Jackson: Faanews reports Despite months of public assurances that the Township would vigorously defend two major lawsuits, court filings show Jackson officials have sought delays in both the Adventure Crossing case and the challenge to the Township’s mobile home rent control ordinance in order to pursue settlement negotiations. More 

- More Jewish accounts are being suspended on X for opposing the new Iran deal. Accounts critical of JD Vance appear to be getting hit the hardest as Elon Musk’s X slides back into the same Biden era, COVID style censorship it once claimed to oppose. Free speech for everyone, unless you question the Iran deal or criticize the government. (awesome jew on x)

- An Assembly panel approved a bill Thursday that would ensure doctors in New Jersey can continue to get paid the same amount for treating patients in person as they do by video call. Assemblyman Brian Rumpf (R-Ocean), opposed the measure, questioning why a physician should receive the same pay for an online visit when they can offer far more services in person.

- NJ Republicans who recently toured NJ State Prison say they found deteriorating infrastructure, overcrowded conditions, no air conditioning, and more than 300 correctional officer vacancies. The lawmakers contrasted the conditions with the attention Democrats and Gov. Sherrill have focused on Delaney Hall, arguing that state leaders should address problems in facilities under New Jersey's direct control. The group has also requested a tour of Delaney Hall for comparison. NJ GOP 

- President Trump threatens a 10-year prison sentence after photos and videos appear to show people damaging and removing pieces of the newly renovated Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C."There is a 10 year prison sentence for the destruction, or even the attempted destruction, of such things — which will be fully enforced!"

- According to a report in Haaretz, Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar-Zini has warned in closed discussions that “the next October 7 could happen in Eilat.” Zini reportedly instructed senior officials in the agency to prioritize the scenario of a possible attack on the city, viewing Eilat as a security weak point mainly because of its geographically isolated location.  

- Montclair, NJ just cancelled their pride parade because they have no money, and the school district is going broke. 

- U.S. Sen. Cory Booker, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, called President Donald Trump’s agreement to end the war with Iran “an abject surrender” and “a cataclysmic failure.”

- Israel Hayom: Substantive disagreements are roiling between the Vance group and the State Department under Rubio over the Lebanon issue. The State Department opposed the creation of the new mediation mechanism in Lebanon, arguing that it could undermine the direct talks between Israel and Lebanon.

- Reporter to Trump : "Earlier today, the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, said that his forces are not leaving Lebanon."

Trump: "Well, we will look into that."

Reporter: "What will you do to ensure he does not sabotage the agreement?"

President Trump: "I'm not going to tell you what I'm going to do, but it will be resolved. I solve problems, and I solve them very quickly—including with Bibi."

- Iranian Parliament Speaker Gahlibaf: The signing for the release of frozen Iranian assets worth 12 billion dollars was completed in talks in Switzerland.

- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson: Tehran has NOT negotiated its nuclear program and has not made any new commitments in talks held with the United States in Switzerland. Iran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency will continue in accordance with existing procedures, subject to the approval of the Iranian parliament and the decisions of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

-Trump: Everybody is fully aware that Iran will agree to have Major Weapons Inspections in order to ensure “Nuclear Honesty” long into the future. President DONALD J. TRUMP

- NYT: IDF commanders in Lebanon have been restricted, and soldiers are authorized to fire only in response to an immediate threat, unless they receive direct authorization from the IDF Chief of Staff. Without authorization from senior

- The US is removing sanctions on Iranian oil: 'Temporary authorization for 60 days, following successful talks in Switzerland"

- Netanyahu: "My directive and that of the Minister of Defense to the IDF is clear and has not changed: Our soldiers in southern Lebanon have full freedom of action to thwart any direct or emerging threat to them or to the residents of the north. The IDF has no restrictions in this regard. I stand firm that we will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon as long as necessary to protect the residents of the north and all citizens of the country."

- Sen. Lindsey Graham said Sunday that he expects the newly signed U.S.-Iran framework agreement to unravel and warned that President Trump is prepared to use military force to take control of the Strait of Hormuz if diplomacy fails.

- Mark R. Levin: Israel has boots on the ground fighting Hezbollah terrorists who murdered Americans. And they’re losing soldiers. Not a damn word of appreciation let alone acknowledgment. No role in deterring what’s in any deal. The countries that fund terrorism are actually making decisions at our behest about the future of the Israelis and Lebanese. Just more insanity.

- Iran contradicts official statements from the US after talks in Switzerland: The Iranian Tasnim news agency, affiliated with the IRGC, writes that "the entry of inspectors from the IAEA into Iran CONTRADICTS the understanding agreement and may cause significant damage. Until now, the issue of granting approval for the entry of agency inspectors into Iran HAS NOT been approved by the Iranian negotiation team or by other official government bodies, and it is better that it remains so and is never approved"

- JD Vance: "What we told the Iranians yesterday is that when you guys engage in what us millennials might call trash talk, you can't expect the president of the United States not to respond and not to correct the record.

- Vance: The Israelis were very clear that they have no territorial ambitions in Lebanon; they are there only to prevent the firing into Israel

- Vance: There is progress in the talks; Iran agreed to allow IAEA inspectors to check the enrichment facilities

- JD Vance, in a statement from the summit in Switzerland, said, "We wanted to build a mechanism that will deal with a regional ceasefire. If there is fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, the mechanism will bring them to talks." According to him, the US and Iran also established a technical mechanism for the continuation of talks between the sides”

- Iranian news agency Tasnim, affiliated with the IRGC, celebrates the agreements reached with the US in Switzerland: "Iran has become, contrary to the wishes of the US and Israel, part of the security arrangement in Lebanon and has succeeded in establishing mechanisms to implement the first clause in the Lebanese arena

- IDF says: “The IDF struck a terrorist in Hamas’s military wing while he was traveling in a vehicle in the Gaza City area. The claim that an uninvolved civilian was harmed as a result of the strike is known. The IDF regrets any harm to uninvolved civilians and operates, whenever possible, to minimize such harm.”

- Ben Gvir, “Netanyahu needs to go to President Trump, embrace him, and say to him: ‘President Trump, thank you, but what can we do, we cannot fulfill this agreement. You wouldn’t tolerate having Nazis on your border. You wouldn’t tolerate your soldiers being attacked and being limited in terms of the response. Our response must be 100 percent.'”

- US Vice President JD Vance says the US seeks to create a process to ensure that any unfrozen Iranian assets would be used to “benefit” the Iranian people rather than fund terrorism, by directing the funds to American purchases.

Chasunas:

Weintraub - Carron  Ateres Blima

Azoulay - Stein Ateres Esther 

Schwimmer - Krasnow Bais Faiga

Tropper - Burnham Fountain Ballroom

Milstein. - Milworm Ne'emas Hachaim

Weather: 86° Partly cloudy. 

Tomorrow night Rain and thunderstorms 

- Ride4Regesh bike event today at Blueclaws stadium

- Rav Reuven Leuchter will ne delivering a shiur  tonight in Lakewood 8:30 pm at B"M Ner Yisroel 733 Ridge Ave.

- ADL: NYC Mayor Mamdani must apologize. Referring to members of the Jewish community who advocate for causes they care about as “monsters” wielding “dark money” is shockingly offensive and unacceptable for a mayor who claims to represent all New Yorkers. This is not about political disagreement, it is about crossing a dangerous line by invoking dehumanizing and conspiratorial rhetoric with a long and troubling history in antisemitic tropes. We cannot allow fearmongering, conspiracy theories, or the demonization of Jews to become normalized in our public debate

- Trump: Work will begin immediately on fixing the seriously vandalized Reflecting Pool. I just inspected it, and could only say to myself, and those gathered around me, WOW, who would do such a thing? SICK, DERANGED PEOPLE! We will fix it? President DJT

- Graduation day for many schools ,stores running low on Helium

- Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch at a fundraiser today in Deal. "The reason there is so much antisemitism in the world is because the Shechinah is not among us. And when Jews say that we want the Shechinah, by supporting Torah study, the Eibishter says, 'If that's the case, I am returning.'"

- Trump: After spending Trillions of Dollars on NATO, Italy, and its Prime Minister, wouldn’t even think of becoming involved with the Islamic Republic of Iran and their very serious Nuclear Threat. For decades, we defend them but, when tested, they are not there to defend us, and the rest of the World. Not good! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Today MDY Daf Yomi Live shechita event at Rabbi Babad shul in Toms River 6:30 pm khal Bnei Yissochor 1767 Whitesville  Rd.

- Busy camp shopping day at local stores

- Hachnosas Sefer Torah today at B'M Zichron Yoel in memory of the  Rav Rav Zalman Leib Gruber ZTL. Procession  leaving 5:30 pm 1014 Lawrence ave

- Keren Olam HaTorah delegation in Deal,NJ today with small events at private homes on the beach. Rav Moshe  Hillel Hirsch and Rav Malkiel Kotler shlita joined the delegation today. Rav Moshe  Hillel heading back to EY on Wednesday. Local shuls in Lakewood kick off the shutout campaign with credit card sign up and complimentary danishes.

- In front of  Pier village in Mong Branch a Israeli flag flies along with the American flag. The  project is owned by the Kushner family.

- Mike Huckabee: "I checked President Trump's social media to make sure this wasn't my last speech in Israel.""He typically fires people in the middle of the night through social media."

- Girls school will be finishing the year this week, with parents having to still pay full tuition for the month of June plus camp between camp and regular camp.

- Kalamata  opens mini Cafe inside Aisle 9 Jackson location 

- Taam Eden bakery of New Square coming soon to new Lakeood location near Bun Rt 9 south (feder)

- B"M Kelmwoods Westgate building campaign launch Here 

- Giyus: MK Goldknopf went to visit over 50 bochurim sitting in jail for  Draft evasion. He said They are served food from a month ago.

MK Avigdor Liberman criticized the visit by Goldknopf  tying him to Netanyahu saying it took place on a day that the country is burying 5 soldiers. 

- Toaiva legislation expected in Trenton this week as Lakewood area eyes how local assemblyman will vote. With a few  bills up for vote. One bill designates June as pride month in NJ.Amother bill would outlaw protesters blocking access to clinics and video-recording people outside of clinics and hospitals. insurers also would be prohibited from denying or limiting coverage of abortion and gender transition and identity medical services. NJ Bill S2260/ A2218.

- More than 26,000 New Jersey residents have been kicked off their monthly food benefits since the Trump administration’s federal work rules took effect, state officials said. In Ocean County 1,124 people lost  SNAP  benefits. 

Hudson counties are most affected by the new federal work rules. More than 6,800 people lost their benefits in Essex County and more than 3,200 people are off SNAP in Hudson County. The numbers reflect individuals who didn’t meet work requirements, or file a medical exemption in May and June.

Emergency food advocates say it’s only going to get worse, further straining food pantries that are already seeing surging demand amid soaring gas prices and stubbornly high living costs.

- Senior leaders in Shas and United Torah Judaism were reportedly  upset that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may dissolve the Knesset and call elections without passing key Charedi-backed laws. The move has caused frustration among chareidi parties, which had hoped to secure legislation on daycare subsidies, arrests related to draft enforcement, and legal protections for Torah study before any election. The tentative date for new elections is 9 Cheshvan.

- BDE: Three Israelis were killed in a plane crash A pilot and two passengers have died after a small aircraft that departed from New Jersey crashed in Maryland. The single engine Piper Cherokee crashed in the town of Bowie on Saturday night, the Maryland State Police said in a Sunday statement. The plane departed from Ocean City, New Jersey and was scheduled to land at Montgomery County Air Park in Gaithersburg, Maryland, police said. They were part of a flight school. Identities have not yet been published.

- A fire that broke out Saturday morning at an RV park in Barnegat Township destroyed five RVs and prompted the evacuation of residents. Firefighters, assisted by neighboring departments and the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, prevented the flames from spreading into nearby wooded areas. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation. #Barnegat #OceanCounty #NJNews #FireResponse

- Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi:  "The tireless mediation of Pakistan and Qatar has yielded significant progress towards ending the war in Lebanon. Exemptions were granted for the export of oil and petrochemical products, the blockade was lifted, some frozen assets were released, and a major plan for the reconstruction and economic development of Iran was launched. The first real test - the friction prevention cell in Lebanon"

- A joint statement from Qatar and Pakistan: The first session of senior-level talks under the MOU between the US and Iran concluded in Birgnstock, Switzerland. The Lake Lucerne summit took place in a positive and constructive atmosphere. Encouraging progress was made, including the establishment of a mechanism for continuing technical talks.

The senior committee agreed on a roadmap to achieve a final agreement within 60 days, thereby laying the foundations for the immediate opening of further technical talks. In addition, a communication channel was established between the parties to prevent incidents and misunderstandings and to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz"

- PM Prime Minister Netanyahu: "I ask you, Jews of America, Jews of the Diaspora, arise! Do not be afraid! Fight back! People will respect us only if we respect ourselves.

- Trump: The headline in the Corrupt and Failing New York Times: “What Changed After Almost 4 Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much.” REALLY? Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their Launching Pads, Missiles, Drones and Manufacturing of same, is almost GONE, their top two sets of Leaders are GONE, their Inflation is at 250%, their Economy is BROKEN, their Soldiers aren’t being paid, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN, THE OIL IS GUSHING, and the U.S. Stock Market and Jobs are at record HIGHS. That’s what’s CHANGED, you corrupt and unethical cowards, and MORE!!! President DJT

- Trump: After spending Trillions of Dollars on NATO, Italy, and its Prime Minister, wouldn’t even think of becoming involved with the Islamic Republic of Iran and their very serious Nuclear Threat. For decades, we defend them but, when tested, they are not there to defend us, and the rest of the World. Not good! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Iran threatens: We will not return to negotiations without an apology from Trump and an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

- Iranian source to Reuters: The talks between Iran and the US in Switzerland have not ended, only paused.

- Syrian President responds to Trump and declares: "You will NOT see Syria fighting against Hezbollah in Lebanon"

- Netanyahu: As long as we need to protect our people, we will remain in the "security zone" in southern Lebanon. The reason is completely understandable. No country would be asked to act differently.

 - The Iranian delegation left the negotiation site in protest against Trump's threats.

- Lindsey Graham: "I spent 4.5 hours with President Trump on Friday. Here's what I think will happen next. If this deal fails, President Trump is gonna take the Strait of Hormuz over by force. We'll charge a fee for all those who go through to pay for the operation ... if Iran contests control of the Strait of Hormuz by the United States we'll obliterate them."

- Trump: Iran must immediately stop their highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon from causing trouble. If they don’t, we’ll hit Iran very hard again, just like we did last week, only harder!!! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- US, Iran and Qatar kick off talks in Switzerland with discussions on Lebanon truce.

Reports from Geneva: The Americans had planned a joint photo and handshake at the start of the meeting, senior members of the Iranian delegation refused.

- Trump referred to Lebanon: disappointed that Israel cannot "move" Hezbollah. They can't do anything without blowing up some buildings; I'm close to "giving it to Syria."

 - Iranian news agency Tasnim, which is affiliated with the IRGC, has announced that the Strait of Hormuz will not be opened until a ceasefire is reached in Lebanon.

- Trump responded to the president of Iran: "He should keep his mouth shut and get a grip—or we will take over the rest of the country." Also regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Trump threatened, "If the Iranians close it, they will have no country."

- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: What is certain is that we will never give up our right to enrich uranium, and the other side will have no choice but to accept this. In the past, they demanded that Iran's missiles also be part of the negotiations, but now they say that just as other countries have missiles, Iran should also have the right to possess ballistic missiles. The rules of the game have changed.

- Trump to Fox News: This is not a deal with the Iranian regime; it is just an extension of the ceasefire. Trump also told Fox News, "I hold the cards; if the Iranians do not fulfill their commitments at the negotiation table, I have a 60-day option, and then I will do what I want." Trump also said that 90 million barrels of crude oil crossed the Strait of Hormuz yesterday.

- A Hamas terrorist from the shadow unit that held Israeli hostages eliminated today by IDF strike on his house in Gaza.

 - A senior Israeli source estimates that a US demand for Israel to withdraw the IDF from southern Lebanon is only a matter of time. He added that when it arrives, it will present Israel and Netanyahu with a very difficult dilemma. At the same time, those around PM Netanyahu also estimate that a US-dictated withdrawal is expected. However, Netanyahu told his people that leaving the security zone is a "red line," as he put it. Those around the PrM say that the situation with the Americans is "definitely challenging."

- Shin Bet and IDF accuse Erdogan: In the past year, dozens of attacks directed by Hamas operatives operating from Turkey have been thwarted, where they were planning their terror attacks without interference.

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Weather:  tonight 62°

Tomorrow 86° mainly sunny.

-Girls schools will finish the year on Monday

- Keren Olam Hatorah 

Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch  left EY and will arrive iyh tomorrow to join the  delegation of Roshei yeshiva currently still in the US. Tomorrow there will be a community wide event in Deal,NJ, at  the Sephardic Torah Center 213 Lenox ave,Deal.  7:30 PM, followed by the program and Arbit.

Rav Chaim Peretz Berman spent Shabbos in Lakewood and will join the delegation in Deal.

- Tonight Levaya of Mrs. Miriam Steinhardter A”H From Baltimore/Lakewood at 11:30 pm at the Lakewood Chapel, Kevurah will take place in Eretz Yisroel.

- Tomorrow 10am  Daf Yomi Live shechita demonstration and shiur this Sunday in Toms River. For those who missed the lakewood shiur in Lutzk last night there will be a shiur and live shechita presentation this Sunday morning, June 21, arranged by Agudath Israel of America Torah Projects Commission presents featuring Rav Amitai Ben-David, author of Sichas Chulin and a renowned expert in the practical and halachic aspects of shechita.The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Khal Zichron Yechezkel, located at 1871 Old Freehold Road in Toms River, New Jersey.

- NJ Senator  Cory Booker: “The two of the worst administrations of all democratic governments on the planet Earth right now are the Netanyahu administration and the Trump administration, both led by criminals. Remember our president, first in history to have dozens of felony convictions. So we have two criminals leading — leading nations and acting in deeply immoral ways. And so this to me is the chickens coming home to roost. Israel is less safe and America is less safe, because of immoral leaders that made horrible decisions.”

- Mark Levin delivered a fiery defense of Israel, sharply criticizing what he described as growing attacks on the Jewish state from figures within President Donald Trump’s orbit and warning against efforts to rehabilitate the image of Iran’s regime following the recent U.S.-Iran agreement.“Stop trashing, smearing & bullying The Little State of Israel,” “Stop cozying up to and telling us that the enemy regime in Iran is now more rational, more moderate, and a regime that we can deal with,”.

- Trump: The United States Park Police have arrested multiple individuals for vandalizing our Nations magnificent Reflecting Pool. Who would do such a thing? These are very serious crimes having to do with the destruction of National Monuments. Years in jail! Work will begin immediately on its repair. President DJT

- A group of children and parents were left dangling more than 50 feet in the air for more than two hours after an amusement park ride malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island

-  President Trump floated renaming ICE to “NICE” today, saying the agency’s full name could become “National Immigration and Customs Enforcement” as a way to defend agents and mock media coverage of immigration enforcement.

Rav Yitzchak Yosef speaking tonight in Yazdim says Trump  behavior on Israel I'd because of the AG action to arrest and draft Yeshiva bochurim

- Senior Israeli official: PM Netanyahu reiterated that Israel will remain in the security zone as long as necessary to protect its northern border. The PM instructed the IDF to respond forcefully to any Hezbollah attack and to act to remove threats against our forces.

- Trump reshared a post hinting he holds Netanyahu's political fate in upcoming Israeli election.  An article published by Trump on Truth Social titled "Trump Holds the Cards on Netanyahu's Fragile Chances of Re-election." Previously, in an interview with "Kan" television, the American leader stated that he would "most likely" support Netanyahu, but the final decision would depend on the composition of the candidates.

- VP Vance will be arriving in Switzerland shortly for the beginning of talks with the Iranian delegation, who are already in the country, along with Witkoff and Kushner.

- IRGC claims Strait of Hormuz is shut down

- Some officials in the Trump administration are working to establish informal channels of communication with Israel’s opposition, including the leading contenders to replace PM Netanyahu in the upcoming election, former prime minister Naftali Bennett, and former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot - N12

-IDF soldier was killed and 13 others wounded in southern Lebanon during an attack by the Hezbollah tearly Shabbos morning.

Nir Ben Ari, HY"D 21, from Kerem Maharal.

Two slain IDF soldiers identified from Thursday attack that killed 4 soldiers

Yoav Klein, 21, from Herzliya.

Liav Kababia, 20, from Hod Hasharon.

- Lebanon: Vicious fighting between the IDF and Hezbollah over the past 24 hours has lead to hundreds of Israeli strikes across Southern Lebanon as ground operations intensify. The fighting is centered around a massive Hezbollah underground complex in the Nabatiya area. 

Iran is desperately trying to halt an IDF offensive in the area of of the Al-Taher ridge where Israeli ground forces have surrounded one of Hezbollah's most significant terror infrastructures in southern Lebanon – a fortified underground complex that served as the Southern Front HQ from which Hezbollah's activities against Israel were managed over the years, including directing fire towards northern settlements and IDF forces.

There are currently dozens of militants trapped in the complex, and it served as a central command and control center for Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon.

- What’s happening in the Ali al-Tahir ridge area (the former pumpkin outpost area) and the Nabatieh region is highly significant.  Dozens of Hezbollah operatives are trapped there in one of Hezbollah’s most important terror infrastructures in southern Lebanon — a fortified underground complex that served as the organization’s Southern Front headquarters. From there, they operate fire and observation against the IDF and, no less importantly, direct fire toward the residents of the north. (Amit Segal)

- Vance: "I will be there for two days. I hope we see progress on the nuclear issue and the ceasefire issue in Lebanon. These are the two things we need to focus on"

- Vance on Lebanon: "SoS Rubio and the entire team are actively involved in managing the situation in Lebanon. Despite the headlines, the situation there is actually improving, and the escalation is calming down to some extent. This is something we will need to continue managing on an ongoing basis to ensure that both Israel and Lebanon are safe and secure. This is our basic goal – to make the entire region safer and more stable."

- Former Sephardic chief rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, links Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara to the US-Iran ceasefire, blaming it on her backing of enforcement measures against ultra-Orthodox draft evaders. “Yeshiva students since the time of [David] Ben-Gurion, may the name of the wicked rot, have been exempted and engaged in Torah. The Torah protects us. Why did US President Donald Trump  turn against us for no reason? Because of the decrees they make against the students of Torah, that is why he turned against us.

Friday, June 19, 2026 / ד׳ תמוז תשפ״ו ערב שבת פרשת קרח

Candle lighting 8:11 pm

Shkiah/Sunset 8:29 pm

9:13:08 סוף זמן קריאת שמע

Weather: Shabbos day 85° Mainly sunny.

פרקי אבות פרק ד

והנה פרח מטה אהרן לבית לוי ויצא פרח ויצץ ציץ ויגמל שקדים

חז"ל אומרים בפרקי אבות: "איזוהי מחלוקת לשם

שמים? זו מחלוקת הלל ושמאי; ושאינה לשם שמים - זו מחלוקת קֹרח וכל עדתו".לכאורה, מדויק יותר לנסח "זו מחלוקת קרח ומשה". כמו "הלל ושמאי". שני צדדים למחלוקת. אלא שזה בדיוק העניין: למחלוקת הזו לא היו שני צדדים. רק קרח נחלק. משה לא היה פרטנר.

 An interesting indication of the busy wedding season (besides Traffic on Oak st.) was highlighted in a recent Shavuos article featuring Rabbi Daniel Carlbach, who writes kesubos for weddings. He noted that there are more than a dozen accepted ways to write in Hebrew "Lakewood, New Jersey"  in a kesubah. To ensure accuracy, he maintains a detailed list of the preferred wording used by each mesader kiddushin and prepares the kesubah accordingly. Most attendees may not pay close attention during the krias kesubah, but those who do will often hear different versions being read aloud. It is one of the many unique details that reflects the remarkable number of chasunos taking place throughout our communities.

It is chasunah season. Simcha halls are booked throughout the week. Walk to your fridge, glance at your calendar, or check the schedule on your phone, and you will likely see every box filled with reminders of the many simchas taking place during the month of June.

Baruch Hashem, there are so many simchas in Klal Yisrael.

We often focus on challenges and difficulties and do not always take note of the good news around us. Yet how can we ignore the reality before our eyes? Yidden are traveling every night to attend one, two, and sometimes even three or four weddings. Families are commuting throughout the Tri-State area from Brooklyn to Lakewood, from Lakewood to Monsey, from the Catskills to the city and many are traveling from out of town. Some are even making long journeys from the Midwest and beyond to participate in family simchas.

We are witnessing the continued growth and building of Klal Yisrael. We are seeing the fulfillment of the promise of "Lo yomushu mipi zaracha." The Jewish people continue to thrive and grow.

Yes, we may be getting home very late from one wedding, only to attend another the next evening. And that is before the Shabbos aufruf, the family gatherings, and the Sheva Brachos celebrations that follow.

It is easy to take all of this for granted. But when we look around, we should recognize the tremendous chesed of Hashem reflected in these countless simchas. At the same time, we should remember those who are still waiting for their own yeshuah in shidduchim and be mindful of their feelings during these joyous times.

May we continue to share in the many simchas of Klal Yisrael and celebrate together in good health, happiness, and peace.

 ויזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל

 Friday, June 19, 2026 / ד׳ תמוז תשפ״ו ערב שבת פרשת קרח

Candle lighting 8:11 pm

Shkiah/Sunset 8:29 pm

9:13:08 סוף זמן קריאת שמע

Weather: Today 84° Sun and clouds mixed

Shabbos day 85° Mainly sunny.

Juneteenth federal holiday no mail, banks are closed.

-Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch shlita expected to come to the US on Sunday on behalf of Keren Olam HaTorah. He will visit Lakewood 

- BDE: Petirah of Mrs. Miriam Steinhardter A”H From Baltimore/Lakewood she  was  80 years of survived by her husband, Mr. Bernie Steinhardter, and their children. The levaya is scheduled to take place Motzei Shabbos at 11:30 p.m. at the Lakewood Chapel, Kevurah will take place in Eretz Yisroel.

- President Trump steps off the new Air Force One and is immediately greeted by service members at Joint Base Andrews

- The fast day of erev shabbos parshas Chukas  ו חקת is observed today in Eretz Yisroel  however since in chutz laaretz it is parshas Korach  some are of the opinion the  day of Vov chukas is dependent on the day of the week which is next Friday in the US

- This shabbos  following the Yartzeit of Rav Shneur Kotler there will be a  Siyum Hashas with shaloshudis at BMG dining hall with the participation of Rav Malkiel Kotler and Divrei Zikaron by  Rav Chatzkel Rutkin shlita starting with Mincha at 7:00 pm 

- Rav Chaim Peretz berman shlita will deliver sa shiur and divrei chizuk today erev shabbos 4:00 pm for the entire Ridge Kehila at B"M Chasam Sofer 490 Manetta avenue He will spend shabbos in the Central court area Speaking tonight at Columbus Ave shul and Shabbos day at B"M Chanichei Hayeahivos.

- Rav Aaron Kohen shlita Rosh Yeshiva  TAY and  son of the Toldos Avrohom Yitzchok rebbe will spend shabbos in Lakewood in the whispering pines neighborhood 

- Rav Dov Landau and Rav Don Segal have arrived back in EY

- Amazon prime day sale will run from June 23-26,

- Rav  Yitzchak Zilberstein comments on President Trump regarding Iran: "The Pasuk   וְהָיִיתָ מְשֻׁגָּע מִמַּרְאֵה עֵינֶיךָ is being fulfilled in us. Apparently, the Meshiach needs to arrive."

- Daf Yomi Live shechita demonstration and shiur this Sunday in Toms River. For those who missed the lakewood shiur in Lutzk last night there will be a shiur and live shechita presentation this Sunday morning, June 21, arranged by  Agudath Israel of America Torah Projects Commission presents  featuring Rav Amitai Ben-David,  author of Sichas Chulin and a renowned expert in the practical and halachic aspects of shechita.The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Khal Zichron Yechezkel, located at 1871 Old Freehold Road in Toms River, New Jersey, 

- BMG Youngeleit took upon themselves to learn uninterrupted beretzifus as a zechus and refuah sheleima for  HaGaon R' Yisroel Bunim ben Chaya Roiza Schreiber who was in Lakewood on behalf of Keren Olam haTorah and delivered shiurim on all topics across yeshivos in Lakewood 

-Large numbers of highly venomous clinging jellyfish have been found in the Metedeconk River in Brick, according to marine biologist Paul Bologna of Montclair State University. The tiny jellyfish, which hide among seaweed and algae, have already been linked to a severe sting suffered by a 6-year-old child. Officials are urging caution for swimmers, kayakers, and others entering the water.

- Lakewood Rosh yeshiva Rav Yeruchom Olshin paid a shiva visit at the home of r Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin in Jackson  who is sitting shiva for his mother

- Yesterday talmidim from Yeshiva Shagas Aryeh Boys School in Lakewood  had the opportunity to visit Satmar Rebbe Aron at his homee in the Town of Palm Tree, Kiryas Joel.

- Italian PM Giorgia Meloni rages at President Trump, calling his statement that she "begged" him for a photo "completely fabricated" Trump said: "She begged me to take a picture with her. She wanted a picture with me so badly. I wouldn't have taken it, but I felt sorry for her."

Meloni responded : "We NEVER BEG!" "I can only say it's unfortunate he doesn't have the same [behavior] toward enemies."

 Lakewood Rabbanim Release Tznius Awareness Letter

Chodesh Sivan 5786

As the summer months come upon us, we feel a responsibility to publicize a halachah which pertains specifically to this time of year when breaches in tzniyus of dress are unfortunately more common.

It is incumbent upon women to know the halachos of tzniyus well. Additionally, husbands and fathers must recognize the possible pitfalls and guide their wives and daughters properly so that they dress in a way befitting Bnos Yisroel. When women wear clothes that do not conform with tzniyus, they cause men to transgress serious issurim. (See Gemora Ta'anis 24a.)

In our times, tzniyus in general needs much chizuk, but we would like to highlight a specific breach in tzniyus which many, and even well-meaning people, are not careful with. This is the issue of tight clothes, whether because they are too small or whether due to their design. Any article of clothing which accentuates the form of the body is unacceptable. This is a common issue with all types of clothes and specifically T-shirts.

It pains us to know that many stores sell clothes that do not conform with the halachos of tzniyus. Recently, however, form fitting tops have become popular. At times, even those who are trying to be careful about this cannot easily find T-shirts that are tzniyus l'halachah. Therefore one must be careful while shopping not to purchase clothes that are not tzniyusdik. It is important to note that since most stores/vendors will cater to the requests of their customers, it is a mitzvah to bring to their attention and to request of them to provide only tzniusdik clothes. One must be careful to check the clothes that she owns to ensure that they are acceptable. Just as with every question of halachah, a question of tzniyusdik clothing must be dealt with properly and not disregarded due to financial or personal concern.

Teachers bear a great responsibility to dress tzniyusdik k'halachah in every way since the students tend to emulate them.

In the zechus of vigilance in the mitzvah of tzniyus may we merit that the Shechinah reside among us. May the zechus of this great mitzvah protect all those who are careful to keep the halachos of tzniyus, and especially those who encourage others to do so, and may they be blessed with all goodness. May we all be zocheh to the Geulah Sheleimah b'meheirah.

Signed by:

Rav Yaakov Forchheimer

Rav Simcha Bunim Cohen

Rav Shmuel Meir Katz

Rav Ahron Zuckerman

Rav Yosef Zimbal

Rav Shmuel Felder

Rav Moshe Chaim Kahan

Rav Dov Kahan

Rav Osher Chaim Lieberman

Rav Aryeh Malkiel Kotler

- Former Ambassador David M Friedman: I have know President Trump longer than almost anyone in the current administration. I have worked with him both as a businessman and as the President.

He is a closer. He is an astute negotiator and he is the best friend Israel ever has had in the White House. We are at the very beginning of a process with Iran. Candidly, some of the comments of our Vice President have been disturbing, but he’s not in charge. Trump is. And I will give the President the benefit of the doubt  which he has earned  to bring this conflict to a successful conclusion. The President’s decision to engage with Iran militarily, in partnership with Israel, was bold and courageous and perfectly executed. I believe he will end this war on terms that will make the US, Israel and the entire world safer and more secure.

- Trump to Axios:The Iranians, very smart people. They're sort of primitive genius, but they're smart. They would've blown up Israel.

If it weren't for me, Israel would not exist today.

- US Secretary of State Rubio and Israel PM Netanyahu to hold a phone call, Israeli media reports

- Israeli source to i24NEWS: We have entered a ceasefire. We continue to act against threats and remain in the security zone. If Hezbollah harms our soldiers and civilians, we will respond with force.

- Despite the reported ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese Hezbollah (LH), the Israel Defense Force has carried out additional strikes in Lebanon in the hours since the ceasefire was announced. This, amidst pledges from Israeli military and civilian decision-makers that Israeli forces will not withdraw from areas in Southern Lebanon as long as LH poses a threat to Northern Israel.

- Iranian Foreign Ministry: The meeting planned for today in Switzerland is no longer urgent. "Preparations are underway for talks to take place "in the coming days." The discussions on a final agreement depend on "the start and continued implementation of the conditions set in the memorandum of understanding with the US." It was also stated that "the memorandum of understanding with the US to end the war was signed digitally, so the meeting planned for today in Switzerland is no longer urgent."

- Lindsey Graham: I  Completely agree with President Trump’s analysis that Iran’s capability to generate another October 7 or continue to be the largest state sponsor of terrorism on the planet has been massively degraded. To those who say Iran is stronger now than before, that is an insult to the American military and it is delusional thinking because the Iranian economy is in shambles. Mr. President, continue to try to find a diplomatic solution to Iran’s nuclear ambitions and other issues that have plagued the world since 1979. The day diplomacy is off the table will present America and our allies with some very stark choices. In the meantime, as we pursue diplomacy, make it crystal clear that Israel will not have to tolerate being attacked by Iranian proxies who cause parts of Israel to be uninhabitable. Pray for peace.

- The Iranians were very smart to insist on including the Lebanon war in the MOU. They didn’t want to be accused of violating the MOU and stalling the talks, so now they have a built-in lever to manipulate the negotiations. Every time they want to delay or back off from the talks, they tell Hezbollah to attack. Israel must respond, and Iran will claim, “This is a violation of the MOU, and the US is responsible for it.” Meanwhile, they get to sell oil and make billions of dollars without giving anything in return. The fact that Vance didn’t see this coming is just further proof of how bad this deal is.(Jewish warrior on x)

- Trump: The  War has diminished Iran! It doesn’t, any longer, have an Air Force, a Navy, Antiaircraft Equipment, Radar, or practically anything else, and yet the Dumocrats say that Iran is better off now than it was four months ago. Can you imagine getting away with that??? How stupid can some people be??? President DJT

- Trump: We didn’t meet out of desperation, Iran did. They are FINISHED! We’ll play out the 60 days. They get no money, not ten cents

- Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire set to begin at 4 p.m. local time on Friday, a senior U.S. official told Reuters.

- CNN: The US conveyed a message to Iran that Israel will not escalate its attacks in Lebanon.

- Interviewer to Trump: Would you be able to prevent Israel from attacking Lebanon?

Trump: Yes. They have a lot of respect for me, and they do what I say.

:Q: You said you want only unconditional surrender from Iran. The MOU doesn't look like unconditional surrender.

Trump: Yes, I suppose it's like unconditional surrender.

- Defense Minister Israel Katz says the IDF will remain in southern Lebanon “We will not allow harm to our soldiers and civilians, and every violation of the ceasefire by Hezbollah will be met with great force,” 

“The IDF will remain in the security zone in Lebanon, from the coastline to the heights of the Beaufort, to protect the northern communities, thwart threats, and destroy terror infrastructure in the area, both below and above ground,”.

- US Ambassador to Israel Huckabee: “French FM said Israel needs to stop strikes on Hezbollah. Does France get all its info from Hezbollah? Last night, Israel had 4 of its soldiers killed. Israel strikes when struck as 

@yechielleiter brings FACTS. Ceasefire happens when Hezbollah stops shooting & killing.”

- Iran's Strait of Hormuz Authority announced that, following the memorandum of understanding with the United States, it WILL ALLOW passage through the Strait for vessels that submit requests and meet the established requirements.

- CNN: Iran requested guarantees that the fighting in Lebanon would end before returning to talks with the United States in Switzerland

- Pakistan: Israel's attack on Lebanon threatens US-Iran talks.

- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “I share with all my heart the sorrow of the families of the commander of the 52nd Armored Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel Dor Gedaliya Ben Simhon, and of three heroic fighters whose names have not yet been released. May God avenge their blood, and I wish a full recovery to those injured in yesterday's exchange of fire. 

Following Hezbollah's criminal attack, which is a blatant violation of the ceasefire, I instructed the IDF last night to strike Hezbollah with force. The IDF attacked more than 80 terror targets and eliminated dozens of terrorists. Later, the IDF attacked Hezbollah headquarters in the Bekaa this morning...

The IDF will act to thwart any threat to our forces and territory. As I have made clear unequivocally, including yesterday, Israel will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon as long as necessary to protect the northern communities.

- The IDF said it killed dozens of Hezbollah operatives in strikes on over 80 targets in southern and eastern Lebanon since Thursday night, after they launched several attacks on troops.

 - Hours after the deadly strike on a IDF tank, an explosive drone launched by Hezbollah struck forces of the Commando Brigade in Kfar Tebnit, wounding five soldiers, one of them seriously, according to the IDF.

Heavy clashes between IDF and Hezbollah terrorists last night in Southern Lebanon resulting in Casualties and injuries of soldiers. In response IDF killed at least 15 Hezbollah terrorists.

- 4 IDF Soldiers HY"D killed  when a suspected drone or anti-tank missile struck the tank killing all four crew members, the IDF said

Identified  so far:

Naveh Chabshush Hy"d from Geva.

Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, 32,, from Bet Hashitah

- IDF Spokesman: The Israeli army carried out attacks overnight and continues to strike against terrorists and terrorist infrastructure of the terrorist organization Hezbollah in several areas in southern Lebanon.

These attacks come after repeated violations of the ceasefire agreement by the terrorist organization Hezbollah.

- Mark Levine: Hezbollah launcheld an attack tonight in which 4 Israeli soldiers were essentially incinerated. I assume Israel will hit back very hard. No MOU or final agreement will change who these terrorists are.

- Vice President Vance delays his departure for talks scheduled with Iran tomorrow. Due to technical issues

Hashkafa With Reb Gershon Ribner Shlita

Conduct upon eruption of a religious war directed at your rebbi Rav Noach Weinberg's cry: Holocaust of assimilation Divine choice to save one yeshiva from the holocaust Direction for children struggling with kriah

Kiddush Levana opportunity 

Chasunas:

Ornstein - Schwartz Fountain Ballroom 

Jackin - Shwartz Kesser Moshe Yehuda 

Labovitz  - Irons Ateres Esther

Schustal - Gartner Ateres Reva 

Gertz - Stern Bais Faiga

Zebrowsky - Mandel Cedar Palace 

Rotenstein Neemas Hachaim

- Daf Yomi Special Shiur tonight Thursday, Presented by: הרה"ג ר' אמיתי בן-דוד the בעל מחבר שיחת חולין Featuring: A real-life Shechitah and Treifos demonstration at Bais Medrash Lutzk (Simcha Hall) 520 New Egypt Road Lakewood 8:45 pm

- Chumash Shiur by Harav Yeruchom Olshin shlita 11:30 pm at B"M Ateres Bracha live 646-726-9977

 Weather: 91° Partly to mostly cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms during the morning. Potential for severe thunderstorms. Chance of rain 70%.

NWS Severe thunderstorms are expected on Thursday afternoon from 1pm - 8 pm following a very warm and windy day with up to 40-mph gusts across New Jersey. “Scattered showers and storms will develop later today, with the main threat being damaging wind gusts,”

-  JCP&L Power outage in  Lakewood, including the Route 88, Sterling, Ridge, and East 7th Street areas restoration 9pm

- FAA news : Judge upholds Lakewood township’s plans for dormitories, wedding halls and mid-rise residential apartment buildings on cross street After a lengthy legal battle, a Superior Court judge has upheld ordinances adopted by the Lakewood Township Committee in December 2024 that allow for additional dormitories, wedding halls, and mid-rise residential apartment buildings on Cross Street. The ruling clears the way for the proposed development plans to move forward. more HERE 

- Shots fired in Times Square following celebrations for the New York Knicks championship parade. Police are responding and allegedly have a suspect in custody. No injuries have been reported at this time.

- JetBlue Airways will be ending their seasonal service between Newark and Los Angeles and Las Vegas, and will close its flight attendant and tech operations bases at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey this fall as it seeks to reduce costs and beef up service in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, (Onejersey)

- Catskills Hatzalah' in the Mountains celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its new garage facility in Kiamesha Lake 

- Update the youngerman was released from prison.

Giyus: Hundreds of talmidim from Yeshivas Be'er HaTalmud, together with their rosh yeshiva, demonstrated today outside Prison 10 in support of a Avreich alumni of their yeshiva who was incarcerated over draft-related issues.

Meanwhile, in Elad, members of the Bnei Torah faction protested outside the home of a chareidi recruiter whom they accuse of facilitating the enlistment of approximately 30 bochurim from Chevron Yeshiva into the IDF's Kodkod unit

- Today is the 44th Yartzeit of Rav Shneur Kotler Zatzal There will be a shiur Zikaron in yeshiva bais Medrash Govoha today @ 12:45 pm by Rav Malkiel Kotler shlita. Later today at second seder there will bi a Kinus Zikaron 6:15 pm at Beren hall with the participation of Rav Malkiel shlita and Rav Shlomo Feivel Schustal shlita at Beren hall.

- New Air Force One May Debut July 3 A new era of presidential travel could begin as early as July 3, with reports that President Trump may make his first trip aboard the new Air Force One (gifted by Qatar) during a visit to Mount Rushmore. The iconic Boeing 747 aircraft that has served U.S. presidents for more than 35 years is expected to be retired, with the new plane potentially debuting as part of the kickoff to America's 250th anniversary celebrations.

- Reminder tomorrow is Junteenth holiday no mail service and banks are closed.

- Some schools will have early dismissal today ahead of Camp season starting next week.

- Daf Yomi  Special Shiur tonight Thursday, Presented by: הרה"ג ר' אמיתי בן-דוד the בעל מחבר שיחת חולין Featuring: A real-life Shechitah and Treifos demonstration at Bais Medrash Lutzk (Simcha Hall) 520 New Egypt Road Lakewood 8:45 pm 

- A Truck with digital screens drove around the yeshiva area in Lakewood displaying pashkevilin against gedolei Yisroel regarding the gezeiras giyus in EY

- Keren Olam HaTorah Team Lakewood has raised over $2 million dollars so far, Rav Dov Landau shlita and the Rachmastrivk Rebbe head back to EY

- A new White House immigration website shows 114 arrests in Lakewood, NJ  by ICE between February 2025 and May 2026, with officials citing a range of criminal charges and gang affiliations among some individuals taken into custody. According to the White House database, the arrests involved individuals accused of a variety of offenses, including assault, burglary, fraudulent activities, immigration violations, obstruction-related offenses, traffic offenses, and weapons crimes. 

- Lakewood School District's legal costs in defending Superintendent Laura Winters against a discrimination lawsuit have exceeded $80,000 and could top $100,000 after the Board of Education recently approved up to $20,000 in additional spending. The case, brought by a Puerto Rican employee alleging discrimination, is scheduled for trial in August.

- Nichum Aveilim: Shiva for Rav Yechiel Moskowitz ztl is at 128 11th St, Lakewood, family is getting up Friday afternoon before shabbos 

- At the late-night levayah for Mordy Klughaupt Z"L, hundreds of friends and family members came despite the late hour to pay their final respects and kavod acharob to a man who cared deeply for everyone around him. He had a unique ability to put a smile on people's faces, always offering a kind word and encouragement. Known for his trademark birthday and anniversary cards sent to clients and friends, he brought joy and simcha wherever he went. Those who knew him remembered a person who constantly radiated warmth, happiness, and genuine concern for others.

Shiva for R' Eliezer Mordechai Mordy Klugaupt Z"L is at 510 Carey street Lakewood shachris 8 am , Mincha 8:15 pm Maariv 9:40 pm

- There's buses to the Ohel in Queens today leaving from Kennedy and Squankum round trip $25

- A bill board on a busy road in Monsey displayed a obscene ad against president Trump, written in Yiddish.

- Bell Works has received a $10 million grant from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority to fund energy-efficiency upgrades. The project includes installing a 12.99-megawatt solar system, replacing refrigerants with lower environmental impact, and making other sustainability improvements at the 2 million-square-foot complex in Holmdel.

- Giyus: Tonight erev shabbos Vov Chukas in E"Y A major atzeres tefillah rally is being held in the streets surrounding Kikar Zupnik in Yerushalayim at the call of the Edah HaChareidis. to daven and beseech rachmei shamayim while voicing strong opposition to the escalating redifas hadas religious persecution and gezeiras giyus military draft decree targeting yeshiva bochurim in Eretz Yisroel.

-- Traffic into NYC today at the tunnels and bridges from New Jersey due to the Knicks parade causing major delays 

 The New York Police Department declaring there’s no more room for spectators at the Knicks parade hours before the event is set to kick off. All viewing pens for the parade are full, no one else will be allowed into the viewing areas.

- Giyus: Leading community rabbonim and Roshei yeshiva are meeting in Bnei Brak to discuss the recent arrests of yeshiva bochurim and ongoing developments surrounding Israel's military draft dispute. 

- Seastreak ferry has abandoned its plan to operate ferry service between New York City and the borough after the council failed to adopt an ordinance to regulate the business.

- A Jackson couple is suing the township after police impounded their minivan during a drug investigation that ultimately found no drugs. The couple says they were charged nearly $1,000 in towing and storage fees to retrieve the vehicle and are seeking reimbursement, damages, and legal costs. The van remains impounded because they say the fees exceed the vehicle's value.

- More than 600 NJ police officers disciplined for misconduct in 2025 Hundreds have been suspended, demoted, or fired for 3,000 offenses since 2020

-Trump post: OIL IS FLOWING, IRAN CAN NEVER HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON (THE WORLD WILL BE SAFE!), THE STOCK MARKETS ARE ROARING, JOBS ARE AT RECORDS, AND PRICES ARE DROPPING (AFFORDABILITY!). OUR COUNTRY IS STRONG, SAFE, AND RESPECTED LIKE NEVER BEFORE. “YOU’RE WELCOME!” President DJT

- NY Governor Kathy Hochul: On Gimmel Tammuz, we join Jewish communities across New York and around the world in honoring the life and legacy of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson. His influence inspired generations to lead lives of service, compassion, and purpose.