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."
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."
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.
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Israeli charity Save a Child's Heart marks 30 years, 9,000 children treated
SACH volunteers and supporters met last Friday with President Isaac Herzog at his official residence to celebrate the 30th anniversary of …
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Ukraine FM says Russian-held town is a 'death trap' with starving residents, Zelensky says genocide
Oleshky had a pre-war population of 24,000 people and is now home to around 1,700 residents, including 47 children, according to the United …
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Huckabee condemns 'despicable' attack on photojournalist Heidi Levine in West Bank, demands arrests
Huckabee on Saturday night called for the investigation, arrest, and prosecution "to the fullest extent of the law."
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Hebrew University receives record $250 million donation from philanthropist John Paulson
Billionaire John Paulson’s gift will fund a new Faculty of Engineering, expand medical research, and support trauma treatment.
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Oil prices over $100 could affect war with Iran, leading to escalation before elections - analysis
The US and Israel know that the main hurdle to keeping the lid on the war with Iran is the price of oil, and it will keep rising if no solution …
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Meloni decries violent demonstrations as Italian police clash with protesters in Milan, Bologna
The clashes echoed the violence in neighboring France, where tens of thousands of people took to the streets on Saturday in some of the …
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The essence of the Land of Israel
Jews outside Israel vs. Jews in Israel on praying for rain.
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Gunfire erupts near Smotrich event as he warns of arms threat
Shots ring out near a packed political gathering in Lod as Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warns that illegal weapons in Arab communities pose …
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Romanian F-16 fighter jets shoot down two drones over Romanian territorial waters
NATO member Romania shares a border with Ukraine, much of it along the Danube, and has repeatedly reported Russian drone incursions into 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.
Camp JORI: New solar array generates savings, cuts CO2 emissions
After a decade of hoping and planning, Camp JORI in South Kingstown finally dedicated its new solar array, which promises tens of thousands of dollars in savings each year and a big reduction in the camp's environmental footprint.
Kart racing, axe throwing at upcoming Touro Fraternal open house
Artisans to sell wares, support causes at Beth-El Sisterhood Marketplace
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!
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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.
Jewish Alliance of Greater RI event
Tomorrow | Fall Harvest Market,
Arts & Culture
Tomorrow | Temple Emanu-El "Not Your Bubbie's Babka: Guy Hanuka's Journey from Israel to Navad Bakers",
Social Events
Tomorrow | Hadassah Fall Walk & Talk,
Tomorrow | RICI: What Has Israel Done Lately for the USA?,
Arts & Entertainment
Every Monday, starting October 19 - November 2 | Crafternoon: Morning Beginner Knitting,
Jewish students shouldn’t have to choose between safety and silence
Graduate students like me are often missing from the national conversation about antisemitism on campus. Our experiences are distinct from those of undergraduates.
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.
A newly formed local chapter of the pro-Jewish gun club “Lox and Loaded” is open to new members. The club is open to any adult “who is pro-Israel and pro-Jewish regardless of religious affiliation.”
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