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Romania: The city takes over management of the long derelict synagogue in Gherla. Hopes to restore it as a cultural space

The city administration of Gherla is taking over the management of the town’s long derelict synagogue, in order to restore it as a cultural venue. According to local news reports, the city will administer the synagogue for 25 years, under an … continue reading →

Hungary: In Sopron, part of the medieval Old Synagogue complex will become Jewish community HQ, and the long-derelict orthodox synagogue will be restored

The town of  Sopron is funding work to convert part of the medieval Old Synagogue complex into new headquarters for the local Jewish community. At the same time, the city has also allocated funds to restore the town’s long-derelict orthodox … continue reading →

January 27, 2022: International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Shoah memorials that name names, and personalize those who were murdered

(JHE) — January 27, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1945, is marked in many countries as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It is an occasion for commemorative ceremonies, educational programs, and other initiatives. Monuments and memorials are also … continue reading →