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Local synagogues and Jewish community centers increase security
The FBI is not aware of any specific threats to New England institutions but said they are in communication with local officials.
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Israel intensifies Gaza strikes after war declaration
Back here at home, police said they will continue to provide extra patrols around religious institutions as long as necessary.
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As violence in Middle East escalates, local police step up patrols around Jewish institutions
Hundreds have been killed — including multiple Americans — and thousands have been injured, as violence intensified over the weekend in Israel and in Palestinian territory. The impact of the violence is being felt thousands of miles away, here in the Bay State. Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, launched over the weekend a barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip…