Miriam Abramovich
Miriam Abramovich Today we are proud to cast our spotlight on the Federation’s incoming CEO Miriam Abramovich. The first woman to hold the role in Federation’s storied 120-year history, Miriam has been a part of Federation’s professional team for over 10 years, most...Beth Kassirer
Beth Kassirer Today, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Beth Kassirer, the new president of Temple Beth Tzedek. Beth’s life and leadership are a shining example of commitment and service. Her Jewish journey began early in her life. She attended Hebrew school...Eli Bokobza
Eli Bokobza Today we shine our community spotlight on Eli Bokobza, the new manager of the Kosher Deli, located in the Tops Supermarket at 3980 Maple Road near Niagara Falls Blvd. Eli, known for his dedication to traditional Jewish cuisine, has made the Tops Kosher...Richard Steinberg
Richard Steinberg This week, we are excited to spotlight Richard (Rick) Steinberg, a talented photographer whose latest exhibit, “Flora, Fauna & Humanity,” opened last Friday at Parables Gallery (1027 Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo). Born in New York City in the 1960s,...Our Law Enforcement Partners
Our Law Enforcement Partners This week we are spotlighting the members of law enforcement that will be honored at the Summer Celebration golf tournament at Transit Valley Country Club. On Monday, August 5, 125 golfers will gather to enjoy an afternoon of golf, 18...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
- Amir Tibon, Israeli journalist and Oct. 7 survivor, on life, hope and betrayal after the massacre September 6, 2024Tibon is the author of "The Gates of Gaza," a new book about the history of Kibbutz Nahal Oz and his experience on Oct. 7. -- The post Amir Tibon, Israeli journalist and Oct. 7 survivor, on life, hope and betrayal after the massacre appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Ben Sales
- Speaking to Jewish Republicans, parents of Omer Neutra say politicians are failing to bring the hostages home September 6, 2024The Neutras' appearance was at least their second to Republican audiences. -- The post Speaking to Jewish Republicans, parents of Omer Neutra say politicians are failing to bring the hostages home appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Luke Tress
- Candace Owens criticized the Lubavitcher Rebbe. His fans quickly clapped back. September 6, 2024The far-right pundit accused modern Chabad’s late spiritual leader of promoting hate toward non-Jews. -- The post Candace Owens criticized the Lubavitcher Rebbe. His fans quickly clapped back. appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Andrew Lapin
- The Jewish Sport Report: Jewish and Israeli Paralympians had a big week in Paris September 6, 2024Plus, Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s favorite soccer team honors him. -- The post The Jewish Sport Report: Jewish and Israeli Paralympians had a big week in Paris appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Jacob Gurvis
- How has your life changed since Oct. 7? We want to know. September 6, 2024Take JTA's short survey to share your experiences and insights. -- The post How has your life changed since Oct. 7? We want to know. appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.JTA Staff
- Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon wins Paralympic bronze, his 4th Paris medal and Israel’s 10th September 6, 2024Israeli Ariel Malyar finished seventh in the 50-meter freestyle event. -- The post Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon wins Paralympic bronze, his 4th Paris medal and Israel’s 10th appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Jacob Gurvis
- White House calls on Israel to investigate after American activist shot dead during West Bank protest September 6, 2024Palestinian and Turkish officials accused Israeli troops of fatally shooting the woman, who holds American and Turkish citizenships. -- The post White House calls on Israel to investigate after American activist shot dead during West Bank protest appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Asaf Elia-Shalev
- An Israeli restaurant empire grows in Brooklyn September 6, 2024With the opening of his Israeli-Mexican bakery Thea, Israeli chef Tomer Blechman now operates four establishments in the borough -- The post An Israeli restaurant empire grows in Brooklyn appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Julia Gergely
- Justice Department says Russian disinformation campaign targeted Israel and US Jews September 6, 2024According to an affidavit by an anonymous FBI field agent, the campaign included instructions for a plan called “The Comprehensive Information Outreach Project in Israel (and also Jewish Community Outreach in the US).” -- The post Justice Department says Russian disinformation campaign targeted Israel and US Jews appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Jackie Hajdenberg
- He escaped the Nazis and created Britain’s first memorial to their victims. Now this artist is getting a second look. September 6, 2024A retrospective of the work of Fred Kormis comes as British lawmakers seek to advance a long-planned national Holocaust memorial. -- The post He escaped the Nazis and created Britain’s first memorial to their victims. Now this artist is getting a second look. appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Shira Li Bartov