A video posted to YouTube last week shows construction of a new shopping center next to the Jakub Glanzer synagogue on Vulgina street in L’viv, Ukraine. The construction has prompted criticism from Jewish organizations and even flash-mob protests. See our … continue reading →
According to reports in the local media, the Jakub Glanzer synagogue in L’viv is being threatened by new construction next to it, reportedly for a shopping center. The synagogue, known for its tall arched windows, was built in 1841-44 … continue reading →
Vandals have toppled or damaged 43 gravestones in the Jewish section of Vienna’s Zentralfriedhof (Central Cemetery). Police are investigating. “We are deeply dismayed at this level of vandalism,” Jewish community President Oscar Deutsch stated Friday after inspecting the site. … continue reading →
As assessments continue, reports keep coming in about Jewish heritage damaged in the twin earthquakes that struck northern Italy at the end of May. The latest alert is over the building housing a 15th century synagogue in the town of … continue reading →
The Italian Jewish community is appealing for aid to help restore synagogues and other Jewish properties in several cities that were damaged in the earthquakes that struck northern Italy May 20 and 30. The quakes killed at least … continue reading →
