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Paul Heyman, who has spent his entire professional life in wrestling, will finally be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame next month // Courtesy Facebook
March 27, 2024, 10:28 am
Heyman Headed to WWE Hall of Fame
Paul Heyman, the popular Jewish professional wrestler, manager, and promoter, will be inducted on April 5.
By David Ostrowsky
Abe Grabia
January 31, 2024, 11:15 am
Obituary: Abe Grabia
Abe Grabia was born on Dec. 22, 1925, and passed away on Jan. 15, 2024.
The Besser Holocaust Memorial Garden at the MJCCA in Dunwoody // Photo Credit: Fred N. Katz
January 31, 2024, 10:19 am
[UPDATED] Holocaust Survivor Count Drops as Needs Remain
JF&CS Atlanta reports that more than half of its survivor clients receive Medicaid and nearly half also food stamps.
By Dave Schechter
Esther Lewyn
December 27, 2023, 10:30 am
Obituary: Esther Lewyn
Spanning 98 years, Esther Lewyn’s life was a tapestry woven with strength, resilience, and love.
(From left) Yonatan Ben-Haim, Elaine, Ilse Eichner Reiner, Rachel, Adam Blum, and Noa Kadoori // Photo Credit: Mike Weinroth
November 15, 2023, 11:55 am
Riverwood Students Expand Campus Daffodil Garden
93-year-old Holocaust survivor, Ilse Eichner Reiner, was the featured speaker at the school's ceremonial planting.
By Mike Weinroth
Sami Steigmann was a featured speaker at the Holocaust Education Symposium held June 24-27 in Marietta.
August 9, 2023, 1:06 pm
Steigmann Shares on Life, Hope and Being Jewish
The Holocaust survivor was a guest speaker at the Holocaust Education Symposium held June 24-27 in Marietta.
By Debbie Diamond
Once his amateur weightlifting career ended, Ben Helfgott (center, foreground) dedicated his life to spreading awareness of the nightmarish childhood he endured at the hands of the Nazis. 
July 12, 2023, 10:41 am
Former Olympian, Holocaust Survivor Helfgott Dies at 93
The Polish-born Holocaust survivor passed away at his home in London on June 16.
By David Ostrowsky
June 28, 2023, 12:08 pm
Obituary: Regine Rosenfelder
Regine Rosenfelder, Holocaust survivor, sister, mom, aunt, grandma and great-grandma, passed away at her beloved Atlanta home on June 14, 2023.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken was the commencement speaker at Georgia Tech’s graduation ceremony.
May 24, 2023, 12:08 pm
Blinken’s Jewish Family Discussed at GA Tech Graduation
Secretary of State says lessons learned growing up still guide him.
By Bob Bahr
"June Zero"
January 25, 2023, 4:16 pm
AJFF: June Zero
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival returns for its 23rd anniversary with a slate of compelling, emotional and thought-provoking films.
By Brooke Sonenreich
"The Way to Happiness"
January 25, 2023, 3:21 pm
AJFF: The Way to Happiness
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival returns for its 23rd anniversary with a slate of compelling, emotional and thought-provoking films.
By Judy Bozarth
(From left) Steve Labovitz, Mark Bubes, Ted Deutch, Amy Bubes, and Dov Wilker, AJC Southeast Regional Director
November 16, 2022, 11:24 am
American Jewish Committee Hosts Awards Gala
Hundreds of “movers and shakers” heralded the American Jewish Committee’s National Human Relations Award Gala at Buckhead’s St. Regis Hotel, saluting Invesco CEO Marty Flanagan.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
February 3, 2022, 6:40 pm
What Is Your Favorite Possession?
From a book of recipes to an antique gun, Chana uncovers the possessions Atlanta Jews treasure most.
By Chana Shapiro
“I decided not to let the past get in the way of my future,” said 100-year-old Ella Blumenthal, a Holocaust survivor.
January 26, 2022, 2:20 pm
100-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor Recounts Her Life
Ella Blumenthal shared the story of her survival during the ‘Faith and Fortitude’ event sponsored by Am Yisrael Chai.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
Chana Shapiro
December 22, 2021, 3:46 pm
Thinking About 2022 Possibilities
Atlanta Jewish Times shares our resolutions on what all of us are hoping to accomplish, avoid, and improve upon in the New Year.
By Chana Shapiro
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