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JFS in Southern NJ Opens New Office in Cape May

Andrew Guckes | Staff Writer On Sept. 19, Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new office...
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Fundraiser for Special Needs Organization Exceeds Expectations in Philly

When Zev and Chani Baram founded the charitable organization Philly Friendship Circle two decades ago, they were just two young professionals who thought they...
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Philadelphia Jewish Community, City at Large Lose a Cornerstone in Death of Jodie Milkman

There are a million ways that the loved ones of Jodie Milkman will remember her, but her husband Sam tells one story that exemplifies...
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B’nai Jacob Links Generations, Explores New Tradition

For Rabbi Jeff Sultar of B’nai Jacob in Phoenixville, his congregation can be defined by its self-starting nature. He said that there is one...
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Israeli Artist Looks to Bring Personal Pain to Public Mural

The Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation in Center City announced this week that it has decided on an artist for its mural project planned for...
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Star Power in Philly in Support of Israel’s National Emergency Medical Response Organization

The hit Netflix series “Fauda” drew widespread acclaim when it debuted nearly a decade ago. The action-packed show, which has aired four thrill-filled seasons...
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Dear Miriam | Signing Off

In January of 2011, pregnant with my first child ...
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Dear Miriam | Synagogue Switch Could Create Awkward Moments With Rabbi

My family is friends with the rabbi at our synagogue ...

Dear Miriam | Phillies Phever Hinders Phamily Routine

My kids thrive on routine and on consistency, which has been in short supply this school year.
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Dear Miriam | How Should I Communicate Food Allergies, Preferences?

I just moved to Philly and am fortunate to have received a few invitations for holiday meals.