Queens Jewish Link
Connecting the Queens Jewish Community 
This upcoming Wednesday, February 28, the Queens Jewish Link, in partnership with its sister publication the Bukharian Jewish Link, will host an evening of networking, open to all.
Amid the bustling neighborhoods of Queens, a silent crisis unfolds, as a substantial number of Jewish students attending public schools are at risk of losing touch with their rich heritage. In Queens alone, nearly 10,000 Jewish public-school students from traditional homes face the challenge of losing their Jewish identity. With the absence of a Jewish educational environment, these children miss out on the fundamentals of their faith, jeopardizing the continuity of Jewish traditions and values.
Shalom Task Force’s 30th anniversary brunch saw an overwhelming turnout, with over 300 attendees gathered to honor Guest of Honor Esther Williams and Next Gen Leadership Awardees Hannah Feldschreiber and Gabi Zahavi. The event was a resounding success, showcasing the unwavering support for STF’s mission to address critical issues within the community.
Man Shot in Head on Roadway
The confines of the 107th Precinct are yet again dealing with the fallout from another shooting incident. At approximately 2:03 a.m. early Monday morning, on February 5, there was a shooting on the grounds of the Pomonok Houses at 67-02 Parsons Blvd. A male was discovered with a gunshot wound to the head. Officers in Public Service Area (PSA) 9 responded to the call on Parsons Blvd. by the 67th streets within the housing development. The NYPD reports that immediate medical care was provided by the responding police department officers until EMS made contact. The male was transported by the responding medics to NewYork-Presbyterian Queens on Main Street and Booth Memorial Avenue in grave condition.
Democrat Tom Suozzi emerged victorious in the highly-contested special House election held Tuesday. Suozzi’s win marks a significant moment for the district that voted for George Santos and is seen as a rejection of the party that allowed Santos to represent them for nearly a year.
Hate and hate crimes, once merely a threat, are visible now more than ever. Within this reality, it is incumbent on all of us to adapt and respond in a manner that combats it fiercely and keeps us safe. Rising to the occasion, the Jewish Community Council of the Rockaway Peninsula (JCCRP) and the RNSP (Shomrim) partnered to address the issue head-on, with a training event last Tuesday, February 6.
