Dave Talan
"I get calls from people saying, 'Hey, I’m a Democrat, I supported Smiley, and I want to help you out now.' Aside from school policy, I’m almost in 100% agreement with the mayor.
Rep. David Morales
"Watching my mom work a multitude of minimum-wage jobs was stressful. I understand the urgent needs and struggles working families are going through, especially in our city today."
Divestment resolution harms Jews, won’t help Palestinians
When a ballot measure singles out Israel, even in universal language, silence would not feel like peace. It would feel like accepting that Jewish connection to Israel is a problem to be eradicated.
Supporting divestment an act of tzedakah
Many of the volunteers, including myself, are Jewish — and our work for divestment has been motivated by the values our Jewish upbringing instilled in us.
Providence divestment measure ineffective, poor fiscal policy
The ordinance also acknowledges a fundamental flaw: the city lacks authority to direct many of its investments.
Workers of the world unite...to defend Israel
Paul Mailhot of the Socialist Workers Party noted Lenin’s words in 1919: “We often see the capitalists fomenting hatred against the Jews in order to blind the workers….Shame on accursed tsarism which tortured and persecuted the Jews."
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Three arrested over suspected attempt to bribe citizens for Ra'am vote, Netanyahu calls for probe
During searches of the suspects' homes, police seized envelopes containing tens of thousands of shekels in cash, along with notes and other …
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Channel 14 reporter verbally assaulted, harassed while covering voting in Haifa
According to Tobi, a man approached her closely, touched her filming equipment, and disrupted her broadcast, claiming that she was filming …
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Israeli defense tech M&A surges to $3.26 billion in first half of 2026
Israeli technology has proven its effectiveness and ability to adapt on the battlefield and have attracted increased interest from international …
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Protesters vandalize polling station in Beit Shemesh, call on citizens not to vote
The protesters dumped garbage outside the entry gate to the polling station.
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IDF demolishes monuments glorifying terrorists in Samaria
IDF forces demolish decades-old monument honoring terrorists in Madama, additional memorials in nearby villages.
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From the Western Wall to Tel Aviv bars, candidates give last push ahead of election
Netanyahu claims to be an honorary Ethiopian, visits Jerusalem holy site; Eisenkot and Bennett raise a glass with voters in Tel Aviv; Ben Gvir …
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Election Day - in photos
Millions of Israeli citizens, as well ministers, MKs, and candidates seeking to enter the Knesset for the first time, head to the polls to …
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In Photos: Israel's political leaders cast their ballots in 26th Knesset election
Israel's leading politicians cast their votes for the 26th Knesset at polling stations around the country.
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Storm threatens flash floods, road closures in south as Israelis head to polls
The public is urged to stay away from streambeds amid a real risk of life-threatening flash floods in the southern Negev, Arava, Judean Desert …
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R.I. Jews commemorate Oct. 7 by feeding the community
PROVIDENCE — About 30 community members joined together at the Bonnie & Donald Dwares Jewish Community Center to commemorate the Oct. 7 attacks by ensuring food is available for community members, both in Rhode Island and in Israel.
Former Oct. 7 hostage at Brown: ‘They hurt me on purpose’
PROVIDENCE — Maya Regev, who was abducted along with her brother from the Nova Music Festival Oct. 7 and held captive in Gaza, spoke here Oct. 8, three years and a day after her...
Camp JORI: New solar array generates savings, cuts CO2 emissions
Kart racing, axe throwing at upcoming Touro Fraternal open house
Tzedakah in the holiday season: Justice, joy and shared abundance
The pilgrimage festivals — particularly Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah — are deeply rooted in the spirit of philanthropy and shared responsibility. Rather than being an optional holiday practice, tzedakah is the lifeblood of the season.
An unbelievable summer camp
The following story sounds fictitious, but I didn’t make it up. Yes, I’ve always enjoyed reading short stories and novels, but I also learned to seek and savor historical accuracy.
Help Jewish Rhode Island today!
Become a patron today! Jewish Rhode Island needs your help now more than ever. Your donations make up a critical part of our budget. With your help, we can continue to cover the Jewish community in Southern New England. Our Patron Campaign closes...
Lights in the darkness
On Oct. 7, 2023, I was at the Central Massachusetts Torah Center to celebrate Simchat Torah. As October and the third anniversary of Oct. 7 approach, I cannot help but reflect on that day. We were …
Does anyone really know Rhode Island?
The tapestry of the Jewish people
Looking forward to what brings us together
How you can show your support for the paper and the new editor
When I wrote a column in March and headlined it “The Long Goodbye,” I had no idea how prescient that really was. Honestly, it was supposed to encapsulate my years as a journalist before retiring. Instead, lots of my friends and co-workers have...
Pets and patrons in May
The now of 2026, is the world of George Orwell’s “1984,” one of the most prophetic books of the twentieth century.
For everyone
Every Tuesday, starting October 27 - December 22 | Temple Torat Yisrael Drop in and Play Mahjong,
Jewish Alliance of Greater RI event
Every Tuesday, starting September 8 - November 17 | Hebrew Classes at Temple Emanu-El (Fall Semester 2026),
Every Wednesday, starting September 30 - December 9 | Delve Deeper: The World Behind the Bible,
Arts & Culture
Thursday | SBHEC: "one SMALL miracle": Restoring an Abandoned Jewish Cemetery,
Every Thursday, starting October 29 - November 19 | RI Reform Congregations: Introduction to Judaism,
Former Oct. 7 hostage at Brown: ‘They hurt me on purpose’
PROVIDENCE — Maya Regev, who was abducted along with her brother from the Nova Music Festival Oct. 7 and held captive in Gaza, spoke here Oct. 8, three years and a day after her...
The synagogue’s social hall will be transformed into a festive holiday marketplace featuring handmade arts and crafts from more than 20 local artists and vendors
The program aims to help community members and organizations by providing funding for projects that strengthen Jewish life, build connections and create opportunities for engagement throughout Rhode Island.
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