4+ day, 21+ hour ago   (128+ words) The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying a man wanted in connection with an alleged hate-crime incident in Lower Manhattan. Police said that on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at approximately 1 p.m., a 39-year-old man was attempting to enter a commercial…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago   (264+ words) With the Yomim Noraim approaching, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a record $70 million in state funding to help nearly 290 nonprofit and community-based organizations across New York strengthen security against hate crimes, attacks and other threats. The grants, administered through the state’s…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (55+ words) 5 Towns Central Theft Alert: This individual was seen around 2:30 PM today on Washington Ave, in Cedarhurst, entering properties and stealing packages, bicycles, and other items. He was pushing a large cart. Please be sure to secure packages, bikes, and outdoor…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (161+ words) The Nassau County Police Department is investigating, and RNSP Shomrim has increased overnight patrols, including this coming Friday night. Please remain extra alert and vigilant. Keep an eye out for your neighbors, and if you see or hear anything suspicious,…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (189+ words) By 5 Towns Central Staff MANHATTAN, NYC (Aug. 31, 2026) A Jewish man was assaulted Monday near 47th Street and Sixth Avenue in Manhattan in what authorities are investigating as an antisemitic hate crime. The victim was approached by a man who stole his…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (132+ words) By 5 Towns Central Staff INWOOD, N.Y. (Aug. 31, 2026) — The Fourth Squad reports the arrest of a Far Rockaway man for an incident that occurred on Saturday, August 29th at 9:34 pm in Inwood. According to Detectives, two 15-year-old males were riding an E-Bike near…...

2+ week, 14+ hour ago   (293+ words) 5 Towns Central By 5 Towns Central Staff RICHMOND HILL, N.Y. (Aug. 30, 2026) — Authorities are reviewing an overnight defacement incident after multiple commercial spaces and professional offices within a Queens shopping plaza were tagged with hostile markings and hate-fueled imagery. The incident took place…...

2+ week, 14+ hour ago   (303+ words) By: Rabbi Shay Tahan In this article, we will examine the relevant sources in Chazal and the poskim concerning dangerous animals, the obligation to avoid creating situations of danger, and the extent to which one may introduce and maintain inherently…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (199+ words) By 5 Towns Central Staff QUEENS, NEW YORK (August 23, 2026) The NYPD has released surveillance footage as part of its investigation into attacks that damaged two Jewish houses of worship in Queens last month. Police are searching for two suspects accused of…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (281+ words) 5 Towns Central By 5 Towns Central Staff LAWRENCE, N.Y. (Aug. 19, 2026) — A poignant personal encounter has brought renewed focus to one of the area’s most harrowing and enduring sagas of family loss, systemic corruption, and the relentless search for truth. Community advocate & blogger…...