Category Archives: World
Swampscott school reuse on the table
The former Machon School on Burpee Road could be the site of affordable housing for senior citizens, a privately owned community center, or it could be deemed open space. Town Meeting will ultimately decide in May. Read more »
US Jewish, Greek groups explore Israel- Greece-Cyprus ties
NEW YORK – Leaders of American Jewish and Hellenic groups have joined together to visit Israel, Greece and Cyprus in order to „evaluate the critical and developing relationship among these three countries in security, energy, economics and political areas,” B’nai B’rith International, which is taking part in the initiative, announced. Read more » »
The foundation supports innovative programs to ensure people of all ages the …
THE PROVIDENT BANK FOUNDATION 11 a.m. EST January 9, 2016 Geoffrey Connor (Photo: Photo courtesy of The Provident Bank Foundation) Story Highlights Thee Provident Bank Foundation, established in 2003, has awarded more than $21 million to deserving Read more » »
Hellenic and Jewish American leaders to visit region
American Hellenic and American Jewish communities will embark on their second Leadership Mission comprised of 12 community leaders to Israel, Cyprus, and Greece. Read more » »
Cave Spring, Radford take early lead in VHSL cup standings
Cave Spring and Radford have grabbed the lead in their respective classifications in the first Wells Fargo Cup standings, emblematic of the VHSL’s top overall sports programs. Points are awarded on a 50-45-40-35-30-25-20-15 basis for finishes in VHSL state playoffs and tournaments. An online service is needed to view this article in its entirety. Read more » »
Free and fun events this weekend: Jan. 8-10
High Style continues at the Cincinnati Museum of Art. Pictured: Evening Shoes, 1938-39, Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Read more » »
CHURCH CALENDAR
FUNDRAISERS @BODY bullets, Bold before punc.: ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: 8 to 10 a.m. Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 12, April 9 and May 14, Savannah United Methodist Church, 84 Savannah Gardner Road, New Castle. $5 per person includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, juice, coffee and fresh Belgium waffles. Read more » »
‘God Bless America’ has no place in the Pledge | Editorial
The Supreme Court says you can’t teach religion in public schools, and invoking God’s blessing is a constitutional violation. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith, Conference Of Presidents And American Hellenic Leaders To Israel, Greece And Cyprus On
image via pixabay B’nai B’rith International has issued the following statement: B’nai B’rith International and Conference of Presidents leaders together with leaders of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) and American Hellenic Institute (AHI) will join together for an important visit to Israel, Greece and Cyprus. Read more » »
Scholarship Available For Jewish Female Graduate Student
B’nai B’rith Announces 2016 Sally R. Schneider Scholarship for New York City-Area Student B’nai B’rith International will award the annual Sally R. Schneider Scholarship to a deserving Jewish female graduate student in the spring of 2016. Applications are now being accepted. Read more » »
