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2019 Israel Elections Summary

Elections in Israel will be held on April 9, 2019. As always, under the Israeli system, the public will elect the full 120 members of the Knesset. In turn, the new members of Knesset will elect a governing coalition from its ranks, including a prime minister. For a full explanation of how Is…

Why Akron – The Stock Family

A few years ago, the idea of relocating to Akron began percolating for David and Molly Stock. Molly’s parents and sister (mom to her seven-year old niece) have been living in Stow for just over a decade, while  her other sister lives near Cleveland.

“Moving here was an opportunity for …

The Ticket to Affordable Jewish Life

When the Jewish Community Board of Akron (JCBA) introduced the J-Ticket three years ago, it was clearly an innovative means to increase participation in Jewish life in Akron.

Four months into his role as CEO of JCBA, Todd Polikoff provides a fresh perspective, reiterating the uniqueness and…

JFS Akron Receives Funds for Groundbreaking Holocaust Survivor Care

Jewish Family Service of Akron has received a grant from The Jewish Federations of North America’s Center for Advancing Holocaust Survivor Care. When combined with matching funds, this award will enable $75,000 in new programming for Holocaust survivors living in Summit County. In addition…