Local stories
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Building multi-generational relationships, inspiring Jewish connections
Inaugural Jewish Grandparent Symposium planned for May 31
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Sharon Keller: One of longest-working employees in JUF history passes away
“I don’t mean to sound corny, but I just have always loved coming to work.”
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Revelers celebrate Israel @ 67 at Daley Plaza
On a crisp, sunny Monday afternoon in downtown Chicago, Daley Plaza, Israel lovers turned out…
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A shul flourishes through its ‘big tent’ model
Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob (SVAJ) has seen some changes lately.
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Cardinal George: Visionary and longtime friend to Jewish community
As he ministered to the Chicago area’s 2.3 million Catholic faithful, he surely deepened the…
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Donate to Nepal Earthquake Relief Fund
Following the devastating earthquake that struck Nepal and parts of India—which so far has resulted…
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Gov. Rauner joins JUF in commemorating Yom Hashoah in Springfield and Skokie
State government officials and Jewish community leaders from across Illinois gathered for the 34th annual State…
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Remarks from 2015 Holocaust Memorial Service in Springfield, Ill.
The Annual Holocaust Memorial Service was held in Springfield, Ill. on Thursday, April 16, 2015.
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Local agency leaders embark on Springfield Mission
The annual state advocacy trip took place April 15-16.
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Remembering Archbishop Francis Cardinal George
Archbishop Francis Cardinal George died Friday morning, April 17, at his home after battling cancer for a…