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Russian Jews built this city on rock and roll (and klezmer)

In Kazan, Russia, klezmer band Simcha has been the linchpin of the Jewish community’s growth and strength and a symbol of the Jews’ determination.

Once Orthodox, eclectic rabbi finds Conservative home in New Hampshire

David Senter is a rarity: an Orthodox rabbi from a “black hat” background who left Orthodoxy and now occupies a Conservative pulpit.

Who are the Jews of New Hampshire?

The state, which is one of America’s oldest and whitest, has an estimated 10,000 Jews. Some longtime Jewish residents say they still feel like outsiders.

New Hampshire Jews trust Bernie Sanders, but voting all over the map

Lower East Side icon Russ & Daughters expanding to Brooklyn

Adelsons each give maximum $2,700 to Cruz campaign

Israeli film in Arabic takes world prize at Sundance

LA Lakers sign Jewish teenager with brain cancer to one-day deal

Israel’s tourism minister: Chelsea Clinton’s wedding testament to Reform assimilation

2 vehicles belonging to Tennessee Jewish center set on fire

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