ultra-orthodox community

“We’re going to celebrate,” one maskless man said, striding south on 13th Avenue dressed in traditional garb.

The new policy comes as New York City struggles to get members of the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community to comply with social distancing rules.

According to Health Department officials, 42 days, or two consecutive incubation periods for the highly contagious virus have passed, allowing the city to declare itself measles-free.

"They forced it (the get) on me. They busted my fingers, busted my ribs. They kept me handcuffed. These gets aren't kosher. They force it. It destroyed me."

NYC Commission on Human Rights seeks to fine ultra-Orthodox Williamsburg business owners for demanding modesty from potential customers.

Volunteers are allegedly given free food and then "driven to four or five places" to vote under false names.