KCL Atributes

 Insta cart does exactly what the holy KCL does in Lakewood and surrounding towns.

KCL allows pizza stores to allow the non-Jewish delivery drivers to have rolls of KCL tape, and seal the pizza boxes in their car at the delivery.

KCL allows shabbos catered affairs to have it delivered by non-jewish drivers unsealed.

KCL allows caterers to have shabbos goyim, do pick ups on shabbos of ice or anything they need from the commissary.

KCL allows the non-Jewish workers at the shabbos parties to fill urns, plug in urns, move urns to other areas.

KCL allows unchecked vegies at their affairs.

KCL Shabbos Mashgichim, often get drunk, use their cell phones on Shabbos.

KCL allows the Non-Jewish managers to have keys to their certified kitchens, refrigerators, etc.

KCL allows their caterers to have shnitzel cooked fresh on shabbos and delivered to the shabbos job.

Etc, Etc, Etc.

All food service establishments know they have to give the KCL Rabbis their "bak'shish", food for Shabbos, for thei parties, etc.

As long as you pay your dues timely, you could do whatever you want.

Insta cart refuses to pay KCL their protection fees, so they malign them.

In Kashrus Hashgochas, What's worse- "Ignorance" or "apathy"?

  KCL say "We don't know & We don't care!  

(Re: How to run a successful Kashru$ Organization)

From a comment;

What’s the story with the Milchiger = Kosher? Corrupt Restaurant in Howell NJ behind Amazing Savings called Ottimo Cafe?
They have the KCL = Stands for Kosher? Corrupt?? Lousy no hashgocho? 

Do they have a mashgiach temidei, the one I saw who claimed to be the Mashgiach temedei looked like a Am Ha’aretz and a Shaygetz with a Pepsi Yamalka. When I spoke with the KCL, the guy who answered the phone realized I had a point, and I told him there are serious Kashruth violations in the KCL when a restaurant does not have hashgochoh temedis. He did not answer when I asked him how often does the KCL administrators make unannounced check ups at this establishment.

During the time I was there, one and a half hours,, no Jew/yid stepped foot in the kitchen and good heimisher and chassidische yidden went there and ate. There was a large function in the back hall of this place. A simcha and who is asking questions? What a Shanda and scandel.

Who does bedikas Toylay’im at this establishment? Suggest people should be more vigilant when frequenting “Kosher” establishments who don’t have any standards for hashgochoh. May the KCl who I understand now, has no standards and is totally hefker.

KCL-CATERING STANDARDS QUESTIONED?

The following article appeared in the past in an English Magazine  (reprinted with some clarification.)

Catering Standards Questioned? Invited to an affair under the supervision of a Lakewood's yeshiva [ KCL] established  “Hashgocha” , but which was being held in a non-kosher facility, we went into the kitchen to look around and to compare notes with the Mashgiach. we were not prepared for what we found.

More disappointing was it to learn that the “Rabbonim” who certified the  [KCL]  never visited any of their certified establishments. The affair under their certification which was being held in a non-kosher facility.

KASHRUS recently discovered a number of such organizations where the “Rabbonim” themselves have never seen the operation which they certify, but instead rely totally on the head “Mashgiach” or on their Kashrus Administrator to make all “halachic” decisions.

This letter, basically unchanged, was mailed to all of the “Rabbonim” in the Lakewood  KCL kashrus organization. As of our printing we have not received any reply.  

Dear Rabbi ........ BS”D

Rav Dovid Feinstein’s Guidance Re: Shabbos / Yom-Tov Affairs with a Party Planner

https://matzav.com/matzav-inbox-rav-dovid-feinsteins-guidance-re-shabbos-affair-with-a-party-planner/

The strengths of "Out Of Town Kollelim" V Lakewood's "BMG", according to Rav Shach, Z"L

 Rav Shach's outlook! 

Rav Shach was asked whether Yungerleit should go to an out-of-Town kolel or remain in Lakewood with a much larger group learning in the Bais Medrash Govoha’ s kolel.

Rav Shach's clear opinion was, that a yungerman can shteig the most by going to an out-of-town kolel within three to four months after their wedding. Some of the reasoning was that by remaining in Lakewood, they must attend various Simchas from both sides, visit the in-laws on a pretty steady basis, and the in-laws or other family members exchange Shabbos etc. , it does take away a considerable amount of time from learning. The Masmid will always outdo all others in success in shteiging and learning. Also, not getting enough rest is an area of concern.

Rav Shach said that going to an out of town Kolel, Is incredibly beneficial for Sholom Bayis overall. 

Out of Town kolel, one would have to be on time for Davening, and all Sedorim must be attended. In an out-of-Town kolel, each looks for the other to get them comfortably acclimated, the wives get friends much faster, etc. In addition, the wives will be able to get jobs as teachers in the local schools, which will impact the curriculum and the children learning in the schools.

Eventually, some of the yungerleit will become Rebbeim in the Schools, giving a different "Ruach" to the Schools.

The amount of time spent learning will be much more productive in an an-out-of-Town kolel. Rav Shach said it would save the Yah'hadus of America by having so many out-of-Town-Kolelim.

Rav Shach said that certain Gevirim, Roshei Yeshiva, etc. would insist that their children should remain in Lakewood and eventually become Roshei Chaburah, get a position as a Rosh Yeshiva, etc., so there has to be Roshei Yeshiva that will be able to make those decisions for the benefit of the yungerleit and the Yeshiva.

Next step, we spoke to some of the older Talmidim of Reb Ahron Kotler, who already had their own Yeshiva, to talk to the Lakewood Roshei Yeshiva to implement the program. They tried talking to them but were unsuccessful in convincing them of the program's benefits. Reb Elya, Z"L said ver fun zei hubben dem gushpanka tzu zugen du bleib, und du zulst gein; keiner nisht!

Update: Rav Breitowitz was asked to propose this initiative at an Agudah convention, He said the Balei Batim loved the Idea, but there was push back from BMG. 

Many dried fruits are infested and should not be used, unless you are an EXPERT trained in checking for infestation

 

Rabbinate Warns: Popular "RABANUT" Paraguay Beef Cuts Sold for Two Years Found Non-Kosher-

 

Rabbinate Warns:  Paraguay Beef Cuts Sold for Two Years Found Non-Kosher

 Israel’s Chief Rabbinate issued an urgent kashrut warning after inspectors found a major failure in nikkur (deveining) on frozen beef imported from Paraguay, leaving prohibited fats (cheilev) in commonly sold asado products. 

The concern spans multiple slaughter/production seasons over roughly two years, meaning significant quantities may already be in home freezers, butcher shops, and institutional kitchens. 

Two specific products:

 a premium frozen beef “asado” cut with bone under the Super Beef brand, and an asado-with-bone product marketed by Of Yerushalayim, produced in Paraguay. Consumers and retailers are instructed not to use the meat unless it is immediately corrected by a qualified menakker under kosher supervision, and to return affected product to the point of sale or through kashrut supervisors for reprocessing. 

This is a halachic/kashrut compliance issue—not a food safety recall—but the Rabbinate is treating it as an urgent “stumbling block” and says distributors and mashgichim have been directed to pull and fix inventory fast.  

Shatnez Alert!

 

Shatnez Notice!

Shatnez found in Antonia Zander skirts! ­ Dear Friend,   It's essential to exercise caution with your wool garments. Please ensure they're tested for shatnez at a certified shatnez laboratory.

Several “Antonia Zander” A-line skirts in different colors were submitted for shatnez testing. Each skirt was constructed in two parts: the lower portion consisted of a standard pleated wool skirt, while the upper portion was made of a knit material sewn to the top, designed to fold over the waistband, see above.

­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ The upper knitted portion was labeled as containing 40% cashmere, 30% silk, and 30% hemp, see above. However, after careful testing, it was determined that the noticeable material listed as hemp was in fact flax.  Important note: Additional shatnez cases have recently been identified in woolen and wool-blend sweaters, specifically involving linen threads in the seams. Please share this information widely!!!   Vaad L'Mishmeres Shatnez

TU B'Shvat fruits

 

Which Bais Din should one go to?

 I have been A Toen in Botei-Din for Numerous years, I retired after seeing first hand the behind the scene of just about all of them.

In the past year, I had a Choshen Mishpat Din Torah, I only agreed to go to the Bais Din of America.

I lost at the Din-Torah, yet I still recommend to everyone, that  the Bais-Din to go to, is the Bais-Din of America.

Address

305 Seventh Avenue, 12th Floor
New York, New York, 10001-6008

Phone

(212) 807-9042

Email

info@bethdin.org

Shatnez sold in a Brooklyn Jewish-owned store!

 

Shatnez sold in a Brooklyn Jewish-owned store! ­ Dear Friend,   It's essential to exercise caution with your wool garments, including those purchased at Jewish-owned stores! Please ensure they're tested for shatnez at a certified shatnez laboratory. In the women's outfit shown above, the fabric is primarily wool, and the shoulders are reinforced with linen, as shown below. This DOLCE CABO brand item was purchased at a Jewish-owned store on Coney Island Ave. in Brooklyn, New York. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ What's particularly troubling about this shatnez finding is the following: There is no confirmation that the store has received any notification about the shatnez finding! Although this finding dates back over three months ago, only a total of two such garments have been tested at the local shatnez laboratory. Important note: Additional shatnez cases have recently been identified in woolen and wool-blend sweaters, specifically involving linen threads in the seams. Please share this information widely!!!   Vaad L'Mishmeres Shatnez

­ Did you know....   The דבר שמואל states in תשובה קעח that those in positions of Rabbinical authority must examine all types of garments and inform the public about shatnez concerns. He mentions that the של"ה הקדוש did so in his ספר, and alerted the public to shatnez garments. You can view the דבר שמואל by clicking here.    ­ Click here to subscribe to our emails.

A QUOTE FROM REB AHRON KOTLER Z"L

Reb Ahron Kotler said;

"The truth must be heard,

                         Even if the public doesn't like the sound of it.
Whatever the circumstances, regardless of the consequences.
                    The truth must be stated-loudly, clearly & unequivocally".
(Quoted by Bunim-Ob"m)

ENSURE Cholov Yisroel by Mehadrin

 

Ocean County Judge responded RE: All Lakewood issues- "Your remedy is at the ballot box," Judge Hodgson said. Lakewood keeps voting in for private interests

Central NJ Attorneys Experienced in Fighting Police Misconduct & Illegal Arrests

 Central NJ Attorneys Experienced in Fighting Police Misconduct & Illegal Arrests

Name	Firm	Location	Phone
Vincent J. Sanzone Jr.	Law Office of Vincent J. Sanzone Jr.	Elizabeth, NJ	(908) 354-7006
Shelley L. Stangler	Law Offices of Shelley L. Stangler, P.C.	Springfield / Roseland, NJ	(973) 379-9572 or (877) 267-9907
Brian J. Zeiger	The Zeiger Firm	Lawrence Township, NJ	(609) 215-7077
Christopher J. Keating	Keating Law Firm, LLC	Moorestown, NJ	(856) 519-5011
Clifford E. Lazzaro	Law Office of Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C.	Freehold, NJ	(732) 780-5200
Jonathan F. Marshall	Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall	Freehold & Statewide, NJ	(732) 462-1197

As Rav Meir Kahana, OB"M said-The UN, USA, Egypt, Quatar, European Union Nations are behind these terrorist attacks

 

NY State Suicide assist bill

 http://vinnews.com/2025/12/15/new-york-stands-at-a-crossroads-the-fight-over-legalized-killing/

https://www.belaaz.com/news/jewish-orgs-sound-alarm-on-assisted-suicide-bill-as-ny-governor-considers-signing 

Airplane travel on Chanukah- flashlight must be less than 7 inches, FAA regs.

 These are 100% acceptable (real glowing wire filament):

🔦 Maglite Mini 2-AA — INCANDESCENT

• Real tungsten filament

• Uses 2 AA batteries

• Very common in Ace / old hardware stock

• Best overall choice

🔦 Maglite Solitaire 1-AAA — INCANDESCENT

• Real filament

• Small but works for lighting

• Often kept behind counter

🔦 Maglite 2-D or 3-D — INCANDESCENT

• Larger, brighter

• Uses D batteries

• Often stocked as “emergency flashlight”

⚠️ Avoid anything labeled:

• “LED”

• “Filament LED”

• “Warm LED”

• “Rechargeable”

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INSIDER TIP (VERY IMPORTANT)

Even if the box says “Maglite”, open it and check:

• You should see a thin metal wire filament

• If you see a yellow square or plastic dome → ❌ LED

Ask them to open the box — completely normal request.

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✈️ FLIGHT / HALACHA PRACTICALITY

• AA / AAA incandescent flashlight is TSA-permitted

• Works perfectly to ignite a Shamash or transfer flame

• This is the most widely relied-upon solution when traveling

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🕎 BOTTOM LINE

If you get:
✅ Mini-Maglite INCANDESCENT (AA or AAA)
you are 100% set with a true filament light.

Make America great again- We want a divorce

Hoax And Change

"I deplore… the putrid state into which our newspapers have passed and the malignity, the vulgarity, and mendacious spirit of those who write for them… These ordure's are rapidly depraving the public taste and lessening its relish for sound food. As vehicles of information and a curb on our functionaries, they have rendered themselves useless by forfeiting all title to belief… This has, in a great degree, been produced by the violence and malignity of party spirit." –Thomas Jefferson to Walter Jones, 1814.

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DIVORCE AGREEMENT Between Republicans & Democrats

WRITTEN BY A YOUNG COLLEGE STUDENT

The person who wrote this is a college (law) student. Perhaps there is hope for us after all.

THIS IS SO INCREDIBLY WELL PUT AND I CAN HARDLY BELIEVE IT'S BY A YOUNG PERSON, A STUDENT! WHATEVER HE RUNS FOR, I'LL VOTE FOR HIM.

Dear American liberals, leftists, social progressives, socialists, Marxists and Obama supporters, et al:

We have stuck together   since the late 1950's for the sake of the kids, but the whole of this latest election process has made me realize that I want a divorce. I know we tolerated each other for many years for the sake of future generations, but sadly, this relationship has clearly run its course. Our two ideological sides of America cannot and will not ever agree on what is right for us all, so let's just end it on friendly terms. We can smile and chalk it up to irreconcilable differences and go our own way.

Here is our separation agreement: --Our two groups can equitably divide up the country by landmass each taking a similar portion. That will be the difficult part, but I am sure our two sides can come to a friendly agreement. After that, it should be relatively easy! Our respective representatives can effortlessly divide other assets since both sides have such distinct and disparate tastes.

--We don't like re-distributive taxes so you can keep them.

--You are welcome to the liberal judges and the ACLU

--Since you hate guns and war, we'll take our firearms, the cops, the NRA, and the military.

--We'll take the nasty, smelly oil industry and the coal mines, and you can go with wind, solar and bio-diesel

--You can keep Oprah, Michael Moore, and Rosie O'Donnell. You are, however, responsible for finding a bio-diesel vehicle big enough to move all three of them.

--We'll keep capitalism, greedy corporations, pharmaceutical companies, Wal-Mart, and Wall Street.

--You can have your beloved lifelong welfare dwellers, food stamps, hippies, druggies, and illegal aliens.

--We'll keep the hot Alaskan hockey moms, greedy CEOs, and rednecks

We’ll keep Hannity, Carlson, and Bibles, and give you NBC, CNN, ABC, CBS, and Hollywood

--You can make nice with Iran and Palestine and we'll retain the right to invade and hammer places that threaten us.

--You can have the peaceniks and war protesters.

--When our allies or our way of life are under assault, we'll help provide them security.

-We'll keep our Judeo-Christian values.

--You are welcome to Islam, Scientology, Humanism, political correctness and Shirley McClain. You can also have the UN. but we will no longer pay the bill.

--We'll keep the SUV's, pickup trucks, and oversized luxury cars. You can take every Volt, Tesla, and Leaf you can find.

--You can give everyone healthcare if you can find any practicing doctors.

--We'll keep "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" and "The National Anthem."

--I'm sure you'll be happy to substitute "Imagine," "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing," "Kumbaya “or” We Are the World."

--We'll practice trickle-down economics and you can continue to give trickle up poverty your best shot.

--Since it often so offends you, we'll keep our history, our name and our flag. 

Would you agree to this?   If so, please pass it along to other like-minded liberal and conservative patriots and if you do not agree, just hit delete.   In the spirit of friendly parting, I'll bet you might think about which one of us will need whose help in 15 years.

Sincerely,

John J Wall

Law Student and American!

P. S.  Also, please take Ted Turner, Sean Penn, Martin & Charlie Sheen, George Clooney, Barbara Streisand, and Jane Fonda with you.

P.S.S. And you won't have to press 1 for English when you call our country.

Forward This Every Time You Get It!   Let's Keep This Going, Maybe Some of It Will Start Sinking In[/quote]