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Students share stories at Rodef Shalom Congregation during an April 3 program created by Ella Greenfield, Zev Loring and local leaders. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
April 4, 2025, 4:31 pm
Teens discuss antisemitism and create community at pop-up program
'If we don’t tell our story, who will tell it'
By Adam Reinherz
Community Relations Council Director Laura Cherner (left) stand with attorneys Efrem Grail, Carolyn McGee and Ronald Hicks, StandWithUs Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Julie Paris and Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Jeff Finkelstein after the defeat of a BDS referendum that would have asked Pittsburgh residents to bar the city from doing business with the State of Israel. City Council has introduced ordinances to stop similar referendums to alter the city's Home Rule Charter. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
March 12, 2025, 4:36 pm
In praise of heroes
Pittsburgh is fortunate to have so many capable people who are committed to the well-being of our city and the safety of its Jewish constituents.
(Back row): Rabbi Dan Fellman, Jeremy Kazzaz, Ron Hicks, Carolyn McGee, Bryan Neft. (Front row left to right): Jeff Finkelstein, Laura Cherner, Julie Paris (Photo courtesy of David Heyman)
March 11, 2025, 10:43 am
After court challenge, BDS referendum fails to reach ballot
“We’re not going to prolong the process,” Chuck Pascal, an attorney for Not On Our Dime, told McVay in court.
By David Rullo
(Back row): Rabbi Dan Fellman, Jeremy Kazzaz, Ron Hicks, Carolyn McGee, Bryan Neft. (Front row left to right): Jeff Finkelstein, Laura Cherner, Julie Paris (Photo courtesy of David Heyman)
March 7, 2025, 11:49 am
Proposed anti-Israel referendum fails
Not On Our Dime acknowledged it did not collect the requisite number of signatures to get the referendum on the ballot
By Toby Tabachnick
Dean Aseef, an Israeli shaliach (emissary) in Pittsburgh, spoke about hostage Alon Ohel at a vigil to mark 500 days since Oct. 7, 2023. (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
February 20, 2025, 3:05 pm
Pittsburgh vigil marks 500 days of mourning, prayer and solidarity
“This has been what Jews have lived throughout history, celebrating in times of joy and standing together in difficult times." — Jeff Finkelstein, Federation president and CEO
By Toby Tabachnick
Sharaka speakers address attendees at South Peninsula Hebrew Day School. (Photo courtesy of Sharaka)
February 13, 2025, 4:55 pm
Sharaka delegation practices partnership in pursuit of replication
'There's a lot we do agree on. And when we need to, let's come together. Let's roll up our sleeves and let's find a way to get things done'
By Adam Reinherz
Libby Cohen in Laos. (Photo courtesy of Libby Cohen)
January 29, 2025, 8:46 pm
Getting to know: Libby Cohen
From English teacher in Indonesia to regional campus manager, Libby Cohen is on an educational quest
By Adam Reinherz
Community members stand in solidarity with the hostages at a vigil in Squirrel Hill (Photo by Sandy Zell)
January 21, 2025, 1:00 pm
Local community members express cautious optimism over hostage deal
“It’s what everybody wished for, just to see those moms hugging their daughters."
By Toby Tabachnick
Molly Braver, Marjorie Manne, Elayna Tell, Julie Paris, Carly Gammill, Libby Cohen, Karen Gal-Or, Sarah and Rabbi Shmuel Weinstein and Tara Surloff met during training provided by StandWithUs. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
January 21, 2025, 9:31 am
StandWithUs’ Center for Combating Antisemitism director visits Pittsburgh
Leads training aimed at unpacking Zionism, Jewish identity
By David Rullo
Jonathan Conricus addresses the more than 300 people at StandWithUs’ inaugural Pittsburgh Community Reception. (Photo by VanDyke Photography)
September 16, 2024, 11:15 am
Former IDF spokesperson Jonathan Conricus in town for StandWithUs reception
"We are dealing with terrorists that believe that Jews do not have a right to exist in this land that we call Israel."
By David Rullo
Julie Paris (center right) with StandWithUs honorees Rachael Heisler (left) and Ilay Dvir (right) and keynote speaker Jonathan Conricus. (Photo by VanDyke Photography)
September 14, 2024, 8:30 pm
StandWithUs inaugural reception honors Rachael Heisler, Ilay Dvir
“Our priority was to bring our community together to show public support for Israel and to stand against Hamas terror,” Paris said.
By David Rullo
More than 300 community members gathered at the JCC in Squirrel Hill to mourn the murder of six hostages in Gaza last week. Ben Wecht argues that its important for the Jewish communitiy not to splinter during divisive times. (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
September 4, 2024, 10:03 am
Hundreds turn out for Pittsburgh vigil after 6 hostages murdered in Gaza
Vigil at JCC brings together diverse group of community members in solidarity
By Toby Tabachnick
Julie Paris is running for the World Zionist Congress as part of the Kol Israel slate. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
July 23, 2024, 12:25 pm
Julie Paris fights anti-Zionism and antisemitism
With a passion for Israel and Jewish community
By David Rullo
Several community members stood in protest outside the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers building on April 21 (Photo by Julie Paris)
April 22, 2024, 10:40 am
Community members protest at Summer Lee rally
"By not supporting sanctions on Iran, these congressional representatives are making our community less safe."
StandWithUs' Dimas Guaico addresses those in attendance Oct. 17 at Temple Emanuel of South Hills. (Photo by Julie Paris)
October 23, 2023, 12:41 pm
StandWithUs brings pro-Israel message to the South Hills
“We’re here to support Israel, to support one another, to combat the misinformation and propaganda that we’re seeing and hearing.”
By David Rullo
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