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Chabad prepares for Passover celebrations on 6-month mark of Israel-Hamas war
Rabbi Yossi Eliav says this year at the Seder, it’s a mitzvah – or a good deed – to leave an empty chair at the table in honor of the hostages still being held in Gaza.
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Passover preparation underway for members of Chabad Lubavitch of Riverdale
According to Rabbi Levi Shemtov, the holiday marks what is “the beginning of the Jewish people, as a Jewish people, as a Jewish nation.”
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Gold's Delicatessen in Westport welcomes shoppers prepping for Passover
Deli workers said despite running around, it was great to see everyone eager to celebrate the holiday.
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FBI on alert as Jewish Long Islanders prepare to celebrate Passover
FBI Director Christopher Wray spoke about the threats during a meeting with Secure Community Network, a Jewish community nonprofit safety and training organization.
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FBI on alert for potential threats in Connecticut amid Middle East tensions
The Anti-Defamation League says antisemitic incidents rose 170% in Connecticut last year.
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One of largest Kosher pantries in Brooklyn gives out hundreds of pounds of Passover food
With the recent rise in migrants in New York City and growing food insecurity, the pantry says that the demand for food has skyrocketed over the last few years.
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Food pantry receives massive donation ahead of Passover
There will be another 20 to 30 of these giveaways in the coming days, with one taking place this Sunday at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
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Attorney general issues consumer alert to Jewish communities ahead of Passover
With Passover just a few weeks away, Attorney General Letitia James is warning Jewish communities to be cautious of discriminatory business practices.
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What’s behind the Ramadan raids at Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque?
Israeli forces regularly storm Al-Aqsa Mosque as Palestinian worshippers visit the site during Ramadan.
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Tensions soar in Gaza during holy time
A pair of deadly attacks is ratcheting up tensions in Israel and the occupied West Bank. Despite it being a holy time for three religions, there is no sign of calm as Israel’s prime minister is calling on police and the country’s...
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Author Jake Cohen's Passover Treat: Matzo Pizza
Passover began on Wednesday, and many Jewish families are getting ready to prepare their favorite holiday meals. To help those celebrating, Jake Cohen, author of Jew-Ish: A Cookbook: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch, stopped by...
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Author Jeff Cohen's Passover Treat: Matzo Pizza
Passover began on Wednesday, and many Jewish families are getting ready to prepare their favorite holiday meals. To help those celebrating, Jake Cohen, author of Jew-Ish: A Cookbook: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch, stopped by...
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Author Jeff Coen Shares His Favorite Passover Recipes
Passover began on Wednesday, and many Jewish families are getting ready to prepare their favorite holiday meals. To help those celebrating, Jake Cohen, author of Jew-Ish: A Cookbook: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch, stopped by...
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COVID-19 caution urged over holiday long weekend without restrictions
With COVID-19 cases high across Canada, experts are urging people to use caution when gathering over the first holiday weekend without any health restrictions.
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Tensions flare as Israeli police enter Al-Aqsa Mosque again
At least 19 people were reportedly injured as Israeli police carried out the second raid at the mosque since Friday.
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Raid on Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque raises fear of new conflict
Mood in Jerusalem already heightened after Israeli army killings of Palestinians and Palestinian attacks on Israelis.
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Celebrating a second pandemic Passover
As the Jewish community prepares to celebrate its second pandemic Passover, one Toronto rabbi is making sure her congregants don’t spend the holiday alone.
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The Rise of the Virtual Church
As we head into Easter weekend and Passover celebrations are continuing across the country, religious ceremonies are looking a little different this year. Many institutions are operating virtually as health and government officials have...
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Faith communities move services, supports online
Faith communities have moved many of their services and support programs online with religious holidays including Passover, Easter and Ramadan approaching.
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B.C. synagogue delivers Seder-in-a-Box kits
The COVID-19 outbreak means Passover celebrations will be very different this year, with physical distancing separating families and friends. Congregation Schara Tzedeck in Vancouver has stepped up to deliver a Seder in a Box to isolated...
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Passover Amid The Pandemic
As the Jewish holiday of Passover begins Wednesday night, it is set to become one of the most unusual in living memory. Where families normally gather for a spe, as Jews prepare to celebrate the biggest holiday of the year while using...
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Tam reminds Canadians Easter Passover Ramadan and Vaisakhi are online this year
Canada's Chief Public Health Officer Dr Theresa Tam spoke with reporters on Parliament Hill on Monday
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Rockland businesses see boost in sales ahead of Passover
News 12 spoke with Rockland businesses this week ahead of Passover, which said they saw a boost in sales.