Category Archives: World

Des habitants canadiens embarrassés veulent que soit renommée la rue ‘Swastika Trail’

Les habitants vivant sur le ‘Swatsika Trail’ (chemin de la croix gammée) ont fait appel à un groupe juif pour aider à ce que leur rue soit rebaptisée. Read more » »

Invitation to the ceremony for the commemoration of Mala Zimetbaum

Invitation to the ceremony for the commemoration of Mala Zimetbaum Mala Zimetbaum Loge Antwerpen Sunday December 10th at 15hDate of birth: January 26, 1922 – Date of death: September 15, 1944 „In 1933, Mala joined the Zionist youth scout movement Read more » »

A Lingering Love Story

This is, perhaps, more closely a love story than an essay: a love that began 43 years ago and appears to have increased, as the best love does, with time. It’s also the type of true love story that doesn’t run from tragedy. Perhaps the truest love is, in fact, strengthened by it. Read more » »

B’nai Brith wants Ontario town to change Swastika Trail street name

By Daniela Germano, THE CANADIAN PRESS A major Jewish advocacy group in Canada has stepped up efforts to help some residents of an Ontario town convince local politicians to rename a street currently called Swastika Trail. Read more » »

Silver Linings: Sharon Desatnik

When Sharon Desatnik was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2012, she suddenly found herself in need of care and didn’t have any choice but to retire from her job as a physical therapist at Menorah Park in Beachwood. “This was after 30 years of being a caregiver, which I loved to do,” Desatnik said. “After the forced retirement, I was lost. Read more » »

After Teen Terror Attack, Jewish Leaders Urge Withdrawal of Bill on Palestinian Minors

Email a copy of „After Teen Terror Attack, Jewish Leaders Urge Withdrawal of Bill on Palestinian Minors” to a friend The US Congress. Photo: File. JNS. Read more » »

JECC, Federation to hold camp fair

The Jewish Education Center of Cleveland and the Jewish Federation of Cleveland will hold “Camp Fair 2017” from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 3 at Rollhouse Entertainment, 33185 Bainbridge Road in Solon. Read more » »

The Matriarch of Beth Am: Rose Pilch Turns 100

When Rose Pilch was called to the Torah one recent Shabbat at Temple Beth Am, the entire congregation stood up in admiration and celebration. Two of her granddaughters and one great-grandson joined her. Her voice was clear, her pronunciation distinct, her presence so very familiar. Read more » »

Critics warn House tax reform bill could politicize houses of worship

(JTA) – The U.S. House of Representatives passed major tax reform legislation along party lines that critics said effectively repeals an amendment designed to keep houses of worship nonpartisan. The vote Thursday, Nov. 16, was 227-205, with 13 House Republicans joining all Democrats to oppose the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Read more » »

Polish Jews sound alarm over racism in meeting with ruling party leader

JTA — Leaders of Polish Jewry said they flagged what they termed rising intolerance in the country during a meeting with a ruling party politician, but the party denied the subject was broached. Read more » »