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New brew

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By Adam Reinherz

‘This is the space to get people together’

Women

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice speaks on the importance of women’s leadership at JWF event

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“Leadership, perseverance, and commitment”

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Crime and Punishment

White supremacist claims ‘Jews didn’t like what was on the flyer’

By David Rullo

Ohio man pled guilty to littering in case related to antisemitic literature distributed in Pittsburgh

Sami Steigmann and StandWithUs Kenneth Leventhal High School Intern Sam Stavchansky (Photo by Octavia Liku)

Holocaust education

Holocaust survivor brings living history to local schools

By Octavia Liku

Sami Steigmann recounts his experience navigating loss and leadership with Pittsburgh Public School students and community members.

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman met with the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh representatives and other Jewish Pittsburghers during a recent trip to Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Rick Wice)

Local

Meeting with senators, Pittsburgh Federation lobbies for increased security funding

By David Rullo

“Despite a deteriorating political climate, I’m always proud to stand with the community and affirm my unbreakable commitment to Israel,” Fetterman said.

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Getting to Know

Getting to know: Elizabeth Friedman

By Adam Reinherz

Educator imparts guiding principle: ‘What you focus on grows’

Community

Not so sweet: Kosher certification ends at Squirrel Hill Dunkin’

By Adam Reinherz

‘It felt good to have a mainstream brand like Dunkin’ be kosher in our neighborhood…Our community felt seen and supported that we had this place to go to’

The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Chabad of Squirrel Hill were vandalized on July 29 2025. (Courtesy photo)

Supporting hate

Petition, fundraiser launched for man accused of antisemitic vandalism, bomb-making

By David Rullo

Hamad is charged with conspiracy, defacing and damaging a religious building, making false statements and possession of destructive devices

Oakland and Cathedral of Learning. (Photo by Cam Miller via Flickr at https://rb.gy/r2yato)

JusticeJarrett Buba sentenced for attacking two Pitt students

By David Rullo

Proudly from Pittsburgh, Lenny Silberman looks ahead. (Photo courtesy of Lenny Silberman)

Sports

For Lenny Silberman, the recipe has always been community

By Adam Reinherz

Former Squirrel Hill resident hopes actions inspire young people to increase involvement with Judaism and Israel. And when they do, ‘it’ll be because of where the project started’

Books

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“A Guide for the Perplexed,” by Dara Horn

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Middle East conflict

Hamas terrorist who kidnapped four on Oct. 7 eliminated in Gaza strike

By JNS Staff

Yousef Ayesh Awad Ramadan helped kidnap Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eliya Cohen, Alon Ohel and Or Levy from a bomb shelter at the Re’im Junction in Israel’s south, according to the IDF.

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MediaNGO Monitor calls for independent probe of NYT & Kristof scandal

By JNS Staff

Antisemitism

At annual forum, AJC launches playbook to combat Jew-hatred

By Andrew Bernard

The document recommends strategies to address Jew-hatred in law enforcement, education and the private sector.

JCRC New York CEO Mark Treyger, UJA-Federation of New York CEO Eric Goldstein, City Council Speaker Julie Menin, Gov. Kathy Hochul and other New York politicians march in the annual Israel Day Parade on May 31, 2026. (Grace Gilson)

Diaspora relationsNY Democratic stalwarts show support for Israel even as Mamdani skips parade

By Grace Gilson

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Politics

Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie team up to strip US-Israel military tech cooperation from defense bill

By Grace Gilson

The move marks the latest instance of lawmakers across the political aisle finding common cause on Israel-related policy.

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By Kelly Hartog

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The four finalists for the 2026 Sami Rohr Prize are, from left, Shaul Kelner, Amir Tibon, Jordan Salama and Laura Hobson Faure. (Anne Rayner, Ofir Berman, Becky Hale, Patrick Clavier/Archives de Paris)

Books

Finalists announced for lucrative Jewish literary award

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The winner of the 2026 Sami Rohr Prize will be named this month.

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Yiddish Day: Music, Language, and Activism for All

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Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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Chabad of South Hills Senior Lunch

June 10 , 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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Join the Chabad of South Hills for their monthly Senior Lunch and a presentation on levels of care at senior care facilities. Wheelchair accessible. $5 suggest donation. 1701 McFarland Road. […]

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Monday Talmud Study

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6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Repairing Together (Tikkun Yachad): Practicing Humanity in a Time of Division

June 16 , 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Repairing Together (Tikkun Yachad): Practicing Humanity in a Time of Division

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Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

June 17 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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Monday Talmud Study

June 23 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

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Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

June 24 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Reckoning with Antisemitism as Christians: Reflections at One Year

June 24 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Reckoning with Antisemitism as Christians: Reflections at One Year

Join the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh for an evening of celebration and reflection on the past year of the Reckoning with Antisemitism as Christians project. Hear from Christians who have […]

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8:30 am - 11:00 am

CLE with Rabbi Danny Schiff

June 25 , 8:30 am - 11:00 am

CLE with Rabbi Danny Schiff

In the ever-evolving landscape of legal practice, understanding the interplay between faith and governance is crucial for lawyers. Join Rabbi Schiff for an engaging CLE series that explores many intriguing […]

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Online Parashah Study Groups

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Sushi and Study

June 29 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sushi and Study

Explore the how's and why's of foundational mitzvot with Rabbi Sruly and Chani Altein at Sushi and Study, a12-part monthly class. Join all, some, even just one. 7:30 p.m. $15 […]

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Monday Talmud Study

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Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

July 1 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

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