(JHE) — The former synagogue in the town of Sisak was among the many buildings and historic sites in several towns that suffered serious damage in the 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck central Croatia on Tuesday. At least seven people … continue reading →
The twin cities of Gorizia, Italy and Nova Gorica, Slovenia have jointly be named the European Capital of Culture (ECC) for 2025, based on the unique transnational nature of the two cities, which lie next to each other on either … continue reading →
(JHE) — A civic SOS campaign has successfully prevented a 91-year-old synagogue from being sold at auction to property developers, and the building will become a community cultural center that also highlights local Jewish history. “The Cliftonville Cultural Space CIC … continue reading →
(JHE) — The city of Hamburg has purchased the ruins of the reform synagogue on downtown Poolstrasse, built in 1844 and the first synagogue to have been constructed for the German liberal community, paving the way for preservation of the … continue reading →
(JHE) — City authorities in Tallinn are allocating €400,000 for the development of the site of the destroyed Old Jewish Cemetery into a memorial area and park, with information panels, marked grave sites, and restored walls, paths, and chapel. In … continue reading →
