The Jewish Federation of NEPA

The Jewish Federation of NEPA is your central address for everything Jewish in Lackawanna, Monroe, Pike, and Wayne counties.

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6 Jewish takeaways from the midterm elections

What the Democratic landslide means for Trump, Netanyahu, Jeffries, Schumer – and Jewish presidential contenders. -- The post 6 Jewish takeaways from the midterm elections appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Learn more

Republican Lawler concedes to Democrat Conley in fierce battle for Jewish vote in NYC suburbs

Both candidates were staunchly pro-Israel in a district where one in five residents are Jewish. -- The post Republican Lawler concedes to Democrat Conley in fierce battle for Jewish vote Learn more

Providence voters approve ballot initiative that could lead to divestment from Israel

The Rhode Island city becomes the largest municipality to vote in favor of Israel divestment. -- The post Providence voters approve ballot initiative that could lead to divestment from Israel Learn more

Hochul claims wide margin over Blakeman    in N.Y. governor race

Associated Press called the race as Hochul led 75% to 25% with 14% of votes counted. -- The post Hochul claims wide margin over Blakeman in N.Y. governor race appeared Learn more

Kerem 613 launches global platform connecting Diaspora Jews to agricultural mitzvot in Israel

A new Israeli initiative enables Diaspora Jews to participate in mitzvot tied to the Land of Israel through a global partnership platform. Learn more

Sohlberg says suspected interference had limited potential impact; president urges parties to find a path to a stable government. Learn more

Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir pledged on Tuesday that Haredi soldiers would be able to maintain their religious identity throughout their military service.Zamir spoke to Learn more

Israel braces for heavy weekend rains, widespread flooding risk

The Israel Meteorological Service warned on Tuesday that heavy rains could cause widespread flooding across central Israel this weekend, with some areas expected to receive approximately 100 millimeters (4 inches) Learn more

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