Long-term psychological impact of Jew-hatred from Massachusetts teachers union, experts say “I have patients that are saying that they don’t want to be Jewish anymore, because everybody hates them,” Miri Bar-Halpern, a psychologist, told JNS. Mike Wagenheim March 14, 2025
Massachusetts man gets 3.5 years for obstructing probe of synagogue arson “Anyone who thinks they can lie to us and get away with it, should think twice,” the special agent in charge of the FBI Boston division stated. Vita Fellig March 11, 2025
Weapons, ammunition found in home of man who made threats against Jews The FBI informed law enforcement in Beverly, Mass., of the man's alleged antisemitic online threats, which prompted the search of his home. Jan. 7, 2025
Massachusetts hate crimes rose for fourth consecutive year in 2023 The percentage of those that specifically targeted Jews increased from 14.5% in 2022 to 18.8% in 2023. Jan. 3, 2025
‘Especially galling’ Boston-area group hired artist who incites anti-Jewish violence The event in Medford, Mass., “endangers community safety under the guise of cultural programming,” local artist Elliot Jokelson told JNS. David Swindle Dec. 26, 2024
These women bare all for a good cause It’s their cause, really. “We strive to do a lot of good things for the building—lectures, ice-cream socials, concerts, trips to theaters. But it costs a lot of money,” says Roxanne Aiello, 80, of Revere, Mass. Carin M. Smilk Dec. 18, 2024
AJC report asserts anti-Israel ‘indoctrination’ in Massachusetts schools The report says the Massachusetts Teachers Association has “waged an aggressive campaign that has encouraged K-12 teachers to become pro-Palestinian activists and bring anti-Israel propaganda into their classrooms.” David Swindle Dec. 17, 2024
Massachusetts man faces up to 30 years for bomb threats on synagogues Defendant’s calls “stoked fear in the hearts of congregants at a time when Jews are already facing a disturbing increase in threats,” attorney general said. Nov. 26, 2024
Massachusetts man pleads guilty to blocking FBI probe of arson attacks on Boston-area Jewish sites “These attempted arsons at Jewish houses of worship and senior living facilities sent ripples of fear throughout the region,” said the acting U.S. attorney for the District of Massachusetts. Nov. 20, 2024
