New Jersey

The next chapter of America's economic relationship with Israel is in New Jersey

As Israeli-Americans find success in this country, they are leaving an indelible mark on New Jersey. It’s time to acknowledge the significant contributions Israelis have made here.

By ANDREW H. GROSS
28/06/2023

Kosherfest Kaput: Changing markets force closure of Kosher trade fair

In an email sent to exhibitors and attendees on Wednesday, the Kosherfest team announced that they had made the difficult decision to discontinue the event.

01/06/2023

Meteor the size of pork roll sandwich crashes through New Jersey home

The meteor, roughly 15.24 centimeters or six inches in size, is believed to be part of the Eta Aquarid meteor shower. Despite damage to the home, no injuries were reported.

10/05/2023

Mamma Mia! Quarter-ton of pasta dumped onto New Jersey roadside

The mystery behind this spaghetti scandal has left some people stumped, but some are using it to point out how this New Jersey town doesn't have community garbage pickup.

Trade between Israel and New Jersey valued at over $1.7B - report

New data illustrates New Jersey’s role in Israel’s foreign investment ecosystem, and the Middle Eastern country’s value to the New Jersey economy.

Renaissance-era Italian ark restored, sent to New Jersey synagogue

The ark in question was constructed in 1525 but disappeared before World War II. Now, the restored ark is going to its new home: Lakewood, New Jersey.

NJ's governor needs to support Armenian-Americans - opinion

Since the fall of 2020, Azerbaijan, a country led by the petro-dictator Ilham Aliyev, has escalated tensions with Armenia by launching an illegal war, attacking the territorial integrity of Armenia.

By STEPHAN PECHDIMALDJI
16/04/2023

Jewish Jersey City mayor who responded to 2019 antisemitic attack, running for governor

Steven Fulop, the mayor of Jersey City who responded to the 2019 attack on a kosher supermarket, is running for governor of New Jersey in 2025.

By BEN SALES/JTA
15/04/2023

Uber driver donates kidney to passenger, sparking lifelong friendship

An Uber driver donated his kidney to a passenger, forever changing the trajectory of an elderly dialysis patient's life. 

Leading NY security groups announce new initiative called 'Jewish Security Alliance'

New York and New Jersey came in first and third, respectively, among states having the highest number of reported antisemitic incidents.

29/03/2023
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