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Amidst Israeli conflict, global Jewish communities find hope in Hanukkah celebration

As the war in Israel continues, Jews around the world will come together tonight to light the first candle of their Hanukkah menorahs.This year, the celebration

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Local Jewish leaders weigh in on connection to Israel

Israel is nearly 6,000 miles from Scranton, but for the local Jewish community, it s like home.

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Jewish Food Festival a summer staple in Scranton

SCRANTON — Mary Lou Colombaro didn’t plan to attend the Jewish Food Festival at Nay Aug Park several years ago, but the Kingston resident quickly became hooked on the ethnic

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Jewish Food Fest set for this weekend at Nay Aug Park in Scranton

Staff writer Laura Rysz chats with Rabbi Benny Rapoport about the upcoming Jewish Food Fest that takes place Sunday, July 2, through Wednesday, July 5, at Nay Aug Park in

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Nonprofit Jewish organizations get grants to safeguard against hate crimes

The Chabad of the Abingtons’ Jewish Discovery Center in Waverly will use a $150,000 federal grant to safeguard against potential hate crime threats, Rabbi Benny Rapoport said Friday.

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Scranton Jewish Food Fest Draws Over 1,000 Kosher Foodies

A hot pastrami sandwich can be either an exotic delicacy or nostalgic comfort food, depending on your perspective.

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