The Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley stands in solidarity with the Jewish community in Pittsburgh. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tree of Life Synagogue and the Jewish community of Pittsburgh during this difficult time.
Since the incident took place this morning, we have been c…
By Michelle Cohen
HAKOL Editor
Roger de Anfrasio was 9 years old when the Nazis invaded his hometown of Dijon, France, beginning a chain of events that would lead to him becoming a French Resistance spy and young hero. Now 87 years old, he is sharing his story in a documentary and miniserie…
By Michelle Cohen
HAKOL Editor
The month of Elul is a time for looking back at the past year in reflection, apologizing for wrongdoings and clearing the slate for a new year. But what happens after? Sometimes it’s all too easy to go back to routine for the next year until the High Holiday…
The Jewish Federations of North America allocated nearly half a million dollars in August to help relieve suffering in southern Israel caused by recent “kite arson” and provide trauma counseling and support for a growing number of Israelis who have been impacted by increased strife along…
By Michelle Cohen
HAKOL Editor
When Lillian Herman arrived at Olive Garden for a lunch with a dozen friends, she looked around the room eagerly. “Where are all the men?” she asked. “Why is it a whole table full of ladies?”
To an onlooker, it may have sounded like a bachelorette par…
