Unanswered questions linger a month after a cherished Kosher baker and grandfather was discovered shot dead in a NYC park.

The murder of a Jewish baker who also served as a rabbi continues to be an open case, more than a month after he was discovered shot near a lake in a Queens park. Albert Itzkowitz, 75, was fatally shot in broad daylight at Lake Kissena on May 18, sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. His body […]
Authorities classify the death of a kosher bakery owner discovered by the lake as a homicide

Death of Kosher Bakery Owner Ruled a Homicide New York City police have classified the death of a kosher bakery owner as a homicide. Albert Itzkowitz, aged 75, was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds near Lake Kissena just before 5 p.m. on Monday. Authorities announced the ruling on Thursday. A police spokesperson indicated that no […]
New York City’s summer meal initiative provides halal food but does not include kosher choices.

The City Ministry of Education’s summer meal program offers a variety of halal options at over 25 locations across New York City. However, officials noted that kosher meals “must be ordered specially.” Breakfast and lunch are free for everyone under 18, regardless of whether they attend public or private schools, at numerous sites including schools, […]