Edmonton Jewish Film Festival celebrates 30 years of stories on the big screen
by Tammy Vineberg and Bar Lavy (Edmonton) – There is something timeless about gathering in a theatre – settling into your seat, sharing laughter or…
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A week into ceasefire, Israelis’ storied resilience is tested by questions about what was gained
By Deborah Danan (JTA) – A week into the ceasefire in the Iran war, Israelis have settled into their old normal — sort of. “Is anyone else…
NCSY is thriving in Edmonton
by Regan Lipes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – “I grew up involved in everything,” said Daniella Asbell with a smile during an interview with…
Halpern Akiva Academy welcomes new principal: Jenna Pappas
by Maxine Fischbein, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – There is much excitement at Calgary’s Halpern Akiva Academy given the recent appointment of Dr. Jenna…
The story of Leonard Cohen’s great masterpiece, Hallelujah, now told in a children’s book
By Irena Karshenbaum, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Hallelujah! The Story of Leonard Cohen By Alicia Jo Rabins Illustrated by Gene Pendon Apples & Honey Press…