ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — As the Jewish community celebrated the second night of Hanukkah, they are also remembering the 15 people killed a day earlier in Sydney, Australia.
Monday night’s menorah lighting in Old Town, Alexandria, came with some extra security measures, including a required RSVP. But the people in attendance said they felt it was important to show up together to celebrate the holiday.
“I want to ensure everyone that we are here. We will be present. We stand with you, and ultimately, we’re here to protect you,” said Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire…