Satmar
More schools discouraging COVID-19 testing in New York, New Jersey despite spike
At Bais Yaakov of Borough Park, administrators called teachers individually and asked them to do the school a “favor” and not test.
Who are the Satmar, a Hasidic Jewish sect in the news
Here’s what you need to know about the Satmar sect of Haredi Orthodox Judaism.
Underground Satmar yeshivas sanctioned by administrators, recordings reveal
“The principal was here and he’s asked that whoever can come to Cheder tomorrow should come and wear their gloves.”
NYC breaks up one secret yeshiva operating in violation of coronavirus rules
“As soon as we found out, we worked with community leaders and this particular school to immediately stop this reckless practice.”
Williamsburg Satmar yeshivas operating secret schools in apartments and synagogues
“It definitely puts everyone in danger, the kids going. I definitely believe that this is putting others at risk.”
Two mikvahs operating in Williamsburg despite rabbis’ orders to close
“It’s like nothing’s happening.”
Grand rabbi of Satmar Hasidic dynasty tests positive for coronavirus
Grand Rabbi Aaron Teitelbaum, leader of the Kiryas Joel branch of Satmar Hasidism, tested positive for coronavirus.
Grand rabbi of Satmar Hasidic dynasty tested for coronavirus
On Sunday, Teitelbaum came out strongly against mandatory school closings to combat coronavirus.
Violent Attack Upends Years Of Quiet, Happy Growth In Jersey City’s Hasidic Haven
“There are no fights in the community,” said one woman. “We have achdus” — Jewish unity.
New York State Sues B&H Foto For Tax Fraud
B&H, the Orthodox-owned electronics store, faces a lawsuit by the state’s attorney general for dodging millions of dollars in state taxes.