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The two defendants in the hate crime conspiracy to deface Chabad of Squirrel Hill and Jewish Federation had their preliminary hearing on Wednesday. The judge ordered that they remain on ankle monitors.
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You can volunteer to be part of our security strategy at Federation which includes the Virtual Block Watch, an initiative that allows residents and businesses with doorbell or security cameras to support our community safety efforts.
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Two individuals were arrested Wednesday morning by the FBI for federal hate crimes and criminal conspiracy relative to the targeted antisemitic graffiti at Chabad of Squirrel Hill and the Jewish Federation on July 29, 2024. Parts of the investigation are still ongoing.
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Get to Know–Bill Isler Bill Isler is President and CEO Emeritus of Fred Rogers Productions and a long-time educator and advocate for children. He began his career as a teacher and administrator and later joined the Pennsylvania Department of Education, where he served as Executive Assistant to the Secretary of Education, Commissioner of Basic Education […]
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh welcomes the recent arrests of suspects allegedly responsible for the acts of antisemitic graffiti and vandalism targeting our office building, Chabad of Squirrel Hill, and several Jewish homes across Pittsburgh. These incidents are a stark reminder of the challenges facing the Jewish community amid a recent rise in antisemitic […]
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The planned “Week of Rage” that called for anti-Israel protest activity is close to an end. We had several protests throughout the Oakland area and a few minor incidents of vandalism. We are not aware of any credible intelligence reporting indicating a threat to the region. However, remaining vigilant and situationally aware is essential.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is proud to announce its remarkable financial achievements for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, with $50.6 million in total financial distributions. These funds have supported vital programs, services and initiatives that strengthen Jewish life, support those in need and build a safer, more inclusive world.
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Shana Tovah! Wishing you a happy, healthy, sweet New Year. Please be aware we are closely monitoring the attacks by Iran in Israel and potential ramifications.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is greatly distressed by the attack early this morning on a Jewish University of Pittsburgh student.
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Social media reports are showing that October 7–11 has been deemed a nationwide “Week of Rage—1 Year of Genocide For For Gaza We Rise” during which students across the country and the world will “rise together for a week of rage to mark a year of genocide in Gaza.” This could impact college and university law enforcement partners and security operations on or near college campuses.
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On Friday, Sept. 13, a resident of Squirrel Hill was arrested after trying to enter the Carriage House under the influence of a controlled substance. Please know that this conduct is not at all related to the Jewish community, it is the criminal activity of an isolated individual who is now in custody.
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It’s been a difficult few years in Pittsburgh given the shooting in 2018, the pandemic, the trial for the shooter, the war in Ukraine and the war in Israel. It’s moments like the ones I had over the last week that remind me what our Federation is all about: creating a Jewish community where everyone feels included, supported and inspired.
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