If the dinner, led by Yeshiva Board President Gary Torgow, is anything like those held over the last few years, more than 2,000 supporters will attend.
I had no idea as to its history nor that of other historic Jewish thrift stores in Metro Detroit, let alone the role of thrift shops across America.
The Holocaust Center will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Nov. 10
The JN covered exploits of the Jewish Brigade, from its formation through its combat in Italy and its disbanding after the war.
“It might be interesting to do a story about some young Jewish rock musicians from Oak Park almost 60 years later”
If anyone deserves the title of a “Renaissance” person, it is the Austrian-born Bikel, who was named after Theodor Herzl.
Until Oct. 7, 2023, this was the worst attack on Jews since the Holocaust.
Detroit’s Jewish community has been and continues to be well represented in the most important Jewish youth games in North America.
Prior to the advent of the internet, the JN was the go-to media for eatery advice in Jewish Detroit.
The oldest continually operating synagogue in the Upper Peninsula, with one of the oldest congregations in the state, originally established in 1889.
There is some real wisdom on these pages, reminding us that this holiday is indeed a time for celebration of, and reflection about, our nation.
"My mom did perform as an assistant, but she was also a pioneer who stepped out on her own as a magician.”
"Sy is a mensch of the highest order."
Although not all Jews in Detroit may know her, many of their stories are preserved because of Sharon’s work as an archivist.
Kallen is indeed a trailblazer, and the boxing world will recognize her achievements with this honor.
This year, June 6 will mark the 80th anniversary of this extraordinary day in American and world history.
Whether as “Decoration Day” or “Memorial Day,” this holiday of remembrance has been celebrated every year in the Chronicle and JN since 1916.
May 14 will mark the end of Israel’s 75th anniversary year. It’s been a rough year for the Jewish homeland and for America’s Jewish community at-large.
Historically, Sinai Hospital is well-recognized as the first and only Jewish hospital in Detroit.
Norah is the latest 4-year old to wear the uniform to a game and get her photo taken with a Tiger.
I figured that a good story might be waiting in the Archive. And, indeed, there was.
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