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Wichita Rabbi Celebrates Passover with Faith and Food

Greenberg hosts seder with symbolic dishes to mark Jewish holiday's meaning of freedom.

Temple Israel Celebrates Passover After Attack

Synagogue community finds renewed meaning in holiday traditions after recent violence

Baltimore's Passover Chametz Burning Moves to New Location

The annual ritual to dispose of leavened foods before the holiday takes place at Reisterstown Road Plaza this year.

Passaic Jews Burn Chametz Ahead of Passover

Annual ritual to remove leavened foods before the holiday

Passover 2026 Dates, Traditions, and Greetings

Everything you need to know about the major Jewish holiday

Passover 2026: What to Know About the Jewish Holiday

The 8-day celebration commemorates the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt.

Madagascar's First Permanent Synagogue Reclaims Island's History from Dark Nazi Plan

New synagogue in Antananarivo marks a turning point for the local Jewish community, transforming a site once intended for Jewish destruction.

Jewish Families Prepare to Celebrate Passover Amid Challenges

Congregations in the Chicago suburbs find hope and resilience in the ancient story of the Exodus.

Kashrus Controversy Shakes Pesach Food Market

Dispute over xanthan gum raises concerns about chametz in Passover products

Passover Celebrations Bring Families Together Amid Backdrop of Conflict

Jewish communities worldwide reenact ancient story of liberation during annual spring holiday

Bender JCC Team Shines at Regional Conference

Local community center staff excel at annual Mid-Atlantic gathering.

Pikesville Volunteer Fire Company Hosts Annual Chametz Burn

Community members invited to dispose of leavened bread products ahead of Passover

Cleveland Chefs Reflect on Passover Traditions

Local culinary experts share the significance and favorite dishes of the Jewish holiday.

Renowned Rabbi Visits Naugatuck Yeshiva for Unforgettable Shabbat

Mesivta Yesodei HaTorah hosts Rav Shimon Galai for a special weekend of Torah and community.

Brooklyn Chabad Launches Massive Matzah Delivery Campaign

Thousands of families to receive handmade Shemura Matzah ahead of Passover

New Jewish High School Coming to Downtown Chicago

School secures head, building for 2027 debut

Jewish Federation Honors Major Donation at Rancho Mirage Ceremony

Local philanthropist Sherwin Turbo's gift will support education, outreach, and efforts to combat antisemitism.