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Lehigh Valley Jewish Community Fondly Remembers Shimon Peres

Although the loss of former Israeli President and Prime Minister Shimon Peres affects the entire Jewish community on some level, for some residents of the Lehigh Valley who had the opportunity to interact with Peres, the loss is coupled with a deep sense of respect and fond remembrance.

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Statement on UNESCO Temple Mount Resolution

Yesterday, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) adopted a resolution that aims to change the status quo of the Temple Mount and declare the Western Wall a part of the al-Aqsa Mosque compound.

Joining with the Jewish Federations of North America, the …

Jewish Federation Mourns the Passing of Shimon Peres, z"l

Today, the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley deeply mourns the passing of a great leader and a great statesman, Shimon Peres, z"l.

His life is intertwined with modern Jewish history and the founding and building of the great State of Israel.  He was a warrior for peace and a visionary…

Two Evas Share Much More Than a Name

By Monica Friess
 
It’s estimated that the Jewish population of Humenne, a region in what is now Slovakia, was 2,300 in 1941. During the Holocaust over 90 percent of those Jews were killed. There were only six children among the survivors. Two of them live in the Lehigh Valley.

“Hel…

Israel Trip Changes Perspective for Pinemere Camper

By Ben Wax

Growing up, I was completely surrounded by Judaism. I attended our JCC preschool and day camp. I attended the Jewish Day School and Beth El religious school. I became a Bar Mitzvah and joined local Jewish youth groups. I attended the AIPAC Policy Conference in Washington. I am th…