Barry Toberman

Barry Toberman was the associate editor (community and news features) of the Jewish Chronicle until 2023.

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New innings for Lord's vaccination centre at St John's Wood Synagogue

Shul takes over after the hub at home of cricket closes to allow MCC to prepare for the return of spectators

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New innings for Lord's vaccination centre at St John's Wood Synagogue

Kiddushim back as United Synagogue plots its own roadmap out of pandemic

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Watch on Sky or Freeview: Welfare charity putting its appeal  on TV

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Liberals staying cautious on shul reopenings

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Ark reopening: London shul's name change signals hybrid future

Rabbi of the congregation formerly known as Northwood and Pinner Liberal says its reach has 'expanded to other cities, countries and continents' during the pandemic

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April 22, 2021 15:50

Ark reopening: London shul's name change signals hybrid future

Youth provision is at the heart of United Synagogue's next phase of reopening

Children are now 'encouraged to attend services as long as parents are confident that they will be able to remain in one place'

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April 16, 2021 15:17

Youth provision is at the heart of United Synagogue's next phase of reopening

Norwood opens consultation on future of Ravenswood Village

Charity says residential facility for those with learning disabilities 'unfortunately represents a dated model of care'

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April 16, 2021 12:11

Norwood opens consultation on future of Ravenswood Village

Five-fold rise in shul attendance since January

United Synagogue reports growing demand for Shabbat services as people feel more confident about returning to in-person activities

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April 15, 2021 14:37

Five-fold rise in shul attendance since January

Manchester centre saved by fundraiser set to reopen

The Nicky Alliance will be back next month after a crowdfunding campaign raised £500k

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April 12, 2021 09:57

Manchester centre saved by fundraiser set to reopen

Masorti gearing up for growth post-pandemic

After 'amazing work' to keep members engaged during the Covid crisis, movement is hopeful of establishing its fifteenth community in the Child's Hill/Cricklewood area

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March 5, 2021 12:54