There will not be a newsletter next week due to the Maccabi Games.
Please Be Aware
This Sunday will mark the start of the Pittsburgh Maccabi Games. We are thrilled to welcome our athletes and guests and have been actively planning for security for the past six months. We ask that any spectators or guests with security concerns during this event report to us immediately using the Incident Report Form.
North Side resident, Michael Walter Lawlor, who was arrested for allegedly spitting on a neighbors Israeli Flag on the Mexican War Streets had his preliminary hearing in court this week. The July 28 preliminary hearing was held on charges of stalking, harassment, ethnic intimidation, disorderly conduct and criminal mischief. Lawlor is scheduled to be arraigned on September 10. See the article below for more information.
Secure Community Network (SCN) shared its 2025 High Holiday Webinar and Training Series. There are 10 webinars that will run from August 7–September 18. View the full schedule and register here Secure Community Network Launches 2025 High Holiday Security Briefing Series with Focus on Threat Landscape, Preparedness Roadmap, and Key Resources.
So far in 2025, we have logged 213 incidents in our Virtual Command Center. This compares to 189 for 2024. We continue to collaborate closely with law enforcement to monitor potential threat activity. Please continue to report any suspicious incidents via the Incident Report Form.
Security Matters in the News This Week
- North Side resident appears in court after allegedly vandalizing Israeli flag (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)
- Under pressure, FEMA opens applications for 2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program funding (ejewishphilanthropy.com)
- Jury trial begins for man accused in neo-Nazi flagpole assault in Nashville (fox17.com)
- As online bullying on nation’s campuses increases, ASU Jewish leaders remain optimistic but vigilant (www.jewishaz.com)
BluePoint Status
Yeshiva Boys still pending completion. Charles Morris installation is nearly complete. BluePoint is now live in 31 of the 33 locations. Police boxes have been installed at 28 of our organizations, enabling law enforcement to have immediate access in an emergency.
Security Resources and/or Training
A Practical Discussion on Physical Security Improvements
Ask the Security Experts Join Secure Community Network for an interactive conversation about today’s most important physical security challenges. Hear practical recommendations from a nationally recognized security expert and leave with strategies you can put into action. PREPARE • PLAN • STRENGTHEN Speakers Debbie Gottlieb Director of Grants Management Secure Community Network Jeffrey Slotnick Founder & President, Setracon
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part A
Green Tree, PA 15205 United States + Google Map
Students are More Connected Than Ever to Technology How do we keep them safe in the world of digital media? The Jewish Federation joins forces with the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, the FBI, the US Attorney General's Office and the PA State Police to educate learners and families. PART A: October 8 at 6:00 PM Learn more about the dangers our kids are facing each and every day from the experts. PART B: October 15 at 6:00 PM Join us again for a Hands-on technology workshop ...
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part B
Green Tree, PA 15205 United States + Google Map
Students are More Connected Than Ever to Technology How do we keep them safe in the world of digital media? The Jewish Federation joins forces with the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, the FBI, the US Attorney General's Office and the PA State Police to educate learners and families. PART A: October 8 at 6:00 PM Learn more about the dangers our kids are facing each and every day from the experts. PART B: October 15 at 6:00 PM Join us again for a Hands-on technology workshop ...
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