The following was written by Susan Weinberg, President of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS): The International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS), on behalf of its member societies around the world, expresses its sorrow to learn of the death of Gary Mokotoff. Gary was a central figure in the history of IAJGS with many …
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Falklands Archivist Wins Record Keeper of the Year in UK & Ireland
The Falkland Islands Government has announced that Chloe Anderson-Wheatley, Corporate Records and National Archives Manager, has been named Record Keeper of the Year by the Archives & Records Association UK & Ireland (ARA). The award, decided by public vote during the 2025 ARA Conference in Bristol, saw Anderson-Wheatley secure 74% of the votes, making her …
Jonesborough (Tennessee) Genealogical Society Heritage Fair Returns
History comes alive in Jonesborough as the Genealogical Society hosts its annual Heritage Fair. The Jonesborough Genealogical Society’s annual Heritage Fair is on Saturday, and it promises to provide entertainment for all ages, according to a press release from the nonprofit. The release said the event aims to showcase the heritage of the area through …