Judith Lynn Stillman to bring 'Echoes of Remembrance' to area
Tuesday, October 27
SHARON, Mass. — Judith Lynn Stillman will present “Echoes of Remembrance and Resilience” at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at Temple Sinai of Sharon. Stillman says the show will be a “deeply moving and multifaceted musical journey exploring humanity’s capacity to...
Ballet RI features story of Holocaust survivor Anka Nachtigal
Wednesday, October 28
PROVIDENCE — Dance is more than a form of entertainment; it is a way of storytelling. Through expressive choreography, dancers can reveal emotions that words sometimes cannot describe. The weekend of Oct. 23-25, Ballet RI collaborated with the...
Dave Talan
Tuesday, October 13
"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
Friday, September 4
"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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CEC denies Likud request for briefing on suspected interference before election results approved
The CEC chief rejected Likud's demand for an investigative briefing before the election results are approved and said the committee cannot block …
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Berlin’s Left faces coalition crisis after candidate admits fear of pro-Hamas figures in own party
The controversy has placed additional pressure on plans for a coalition between Die Linke, the SPD, and the Greens, which together are seeking …
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Police officer charged with sex offenses against two colleagues
Roni Oved is charged with an indecent act without consent and sexual harassment.
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Israel faces growing opposition in Congress as progressive Democrats seek House seats
The larger concern is the political message they could send to the next generation of Democratic leadership, particularly as the party begins …
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National Cyber Directorate issues warning to Israeli retail chains after European stores hacked
The attacks in Europe saw hackers take control of refrigeration settings at dozens of stores, raising temperatures in refrigerators and …
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Mellanox founder warns Israel will be in ‘serious trouble’ without a new government
Eyal Waldman accuses Netanyahu government of 'taking the country down,' weakening democratic checks, and driving international isolation; says a …
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Deadlock aside, turnout statistics are real story in Israel's election - analysis
The familiar faces still lead the major parties and will dominate the coalition negotiations. Beneath that continuity at the top, however, the …
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How Israel hopes third war with Iran will be different than Gaza - analysis
Some top officials hope unique advantages held over Iran will avoid the repeat of endless “rounds” similar to what Israel has had with …
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Netanyahu: Our hand is extended to form a broad patriotic government
Netanyahu calls for a broad patriotic government with his current allies and additional parties, while rejecting reliance on Ra'am and its …
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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
WARWICK, R.I. — Phyllis Williams, 93, wife of the late James and daughter of the late Sonia and Abraham Labush, passed away peacefully at Kent Hospital. She is survived by her sister, Rhoda Broomfield of Warwick; Leonard Labush; his wife, Glenda,...
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),
Wednesday | Off of Hope: A Gathering of Interfaith Partners,
Every Wednesday, starting September 30 - December 9 | Delve Deeper: The World Behind the Bible,
Singles
Thursday | Hadassah Trip to the Gardner Museum in Boston,
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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