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Ukraine: The city of Vinnytsia plans the large-scale restoration of a historic synagogue building  long used as a sports facility

The city of Vinnytsia plans the large-scale restoration of a historic synagogue building  long used as a sports facility. The city issued a tender describing the red brick building as “an architectural monument of local importance.” It will allocate more … continue reading →

Hungary Update: Three rare ceramic tombstones are reinstalled after restoration in the historic Jewish cemetery in Tata

Three rare ceramic tombstones have been reinstalled in the historic Jewish cemetery in Tata following their restoration, carried out as part of a general ongoing project to restore. maintain, and document  the cemetery.  The three grave markers belonging to Áron … continue reading →

Poland: B’nai B’rith International’s 2026 “Gratitude Awards” to Poles who preserve Jewish heritage and memory

B’nai B’rith International has presented its 2026 Gratitude Award honoring Polish citizens who have shown commitment to preserving Jewish heritage in Poland and cultivating Jewish-Polish relations. Presented June 28 in Lublin at the Yeshivat Chachmei Lublin, the awards went to … continue reading →

Italy: A powerful storm caused serious damage in Venice’s two historic Jewish cemeteries

A powerful storm earlier this month toppled numerous trees in the two Jewish cemeteries of Venice, causing damage that is estimated will run into tens of thousands of euro. The Jewish community president and others inspected the damage June 24. … continue reading →