Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle

07/24/2025

Opinion piece by Andrea Beth Goldschmidt: "Sadly, I believe that Lee was emboldened by her reelection, in which she learned that her political survival is not contingent on the Jewish vote. She is tired of our complaints, has no need for our votes and wants us to stop taking up space so she can focus on more important things."

Lee is tired of hearing about us Jews because there are other minority groups who are being persecuted.

07/24/2025

Rabbi David Young is serving Rodef Shalom Congregation this year as its interim rabbi. The role is different than it typically would be, as the rabbi helps prepare the congregation for its unification with Temple Sinai (Pittsburgh, PA).

Young takes the helm at Reform congregation unifying with Temple Sinai.

07/23/2025

The antisemitic and anti-Catholic vandalism at a local church is being investigated by the FBI.

The graffiti included multiple images and phrases, including a sw****ka and “SS.”

07/23/2025

Chronicle poll question: Are you planning on attending or volunteering at the Pittsburgh Maccabi Games? Answer here:
https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/aQB1Zk

07/22/2025

A Westmoreland County prisoner missed his court hearing because prison officials refused to transport him when he declined to remove his yarmulke.

“Maybe it’s time that the courts revisit” its policies, he offered.

07/21/2025

The Chronicle is co-sponsoring a free screening of the documentary "October 8." Seating is limited, so register now to reserve your place!
Link to register:
https://www.shaaretorah.net/event/tisha-b39av-oct-8th-film1.html

07/21/2025

Here's a tasty light summer meal. Thank you, Jessica Grann!

A great recipe to have on hand if you like herby dips

07/20/2025

Rep. Summer Lee, who represents Squirrel Hill, was one of just six House members who voted to remove defense funding for Israel

Rep. Summer Lee one of just six House members who voted to remove defense funding for Israel

07/18/2025

The Maccabi Games in Pittsburgh are just a couple weeks away. Here's what you need to know.

With nearly 2,000 athletes descending on Pittsburgh, organizers encourage community to represent, volunteer and take part in 'once in a lifetime experience'

07/18/2025

The man who harassed a local elected official with antisemitic comments has been indicted.

Edward Arthur Owens Jr., 29, faces up to five years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines.

07/16/2025

Op-ed by Sarah Kendis: "What we have unfortunately witnessed is that 'believe all women' expired" on Oct. 7 "into a resounding disbelief of Jewish ones in favor of their monstrous abusers."

What we have unfortunately witnessed is that “believe all women” expired that day into a resounding disbelief of Jewish ones in favor of their monstrous abusers

07/16/2025

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