Judith Lynn Stillman to bring 'Echoes of Remembrance' to area
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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
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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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The future Israel cannot ignore: Opposition must speak to the country it hopes to lead - comment
Arab citizens cannot be approached as potential partners only when their votes become necessary, while the harder conversation about their place …
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Could reports of foreign funding, voter fraud lead to new elections? - explainer
The prevailing assessment is that even if the investigation yields significant evidence of election bribery, the chances of annulling the …
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Hendel vows to keep fighting for a third political bloc
Yoaz Hendel comments on election results, with his party still below the electoral threshold, blaming Election Day media coverage for deterring …
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Liberman draws red lines: No Netanyahu, haredim or Arab parties
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman insists party will only join coalition of Zionist parties without Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, …
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Between Disagreement and Respect: The Message of Parashat Vayera
Parashat Vayera speaks to the values of righteousness and justice, the importance of advocating even for those whose views are far removed from …
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Change requires losing, so the Israeli election is actually encouraging
What needs to be lost is part of our identity as 'Jews' and 'Zionists.' Will we have the courage to finally become 'Israelis'?
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Election committee chief instructs Shin Bet to probe suspicion of foreign influence on vote
Security agency said to provide Sohlberg with info on possible Qatari campaign to sway Arab vote; Likud decries 'stolen' election, Eisenkot …
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Eisenkot says Netanyahu leading influence campaign to undermine election results
Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot called for an investigation into suspected foreign interference, but warned against delaying the swearing-in …
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High Court urges talks to resolve dispute over property formerly owned by Greek Orthodox church
Judges urge KKL-JNF and developer Extell to make progress on settlement, as residents face uncertainty over land beneath their homes
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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,...
Every Thursday, starting October 29 - November 19 | RI Reform Congregations: Introduction to Judaism,
Arts & Culture
Today | SBHEC: "one SMALL miracle": Restoring an Abandoned Jewish Cemetery,
Every Friday, starting October 23 - 30 | Temple Sinai Friday Evening Shabbat,
Tomorrow | Temple Beth-El Shabbat Service,
Every Saturday, starting October 10 - 31 | Temple Sinai Saturday Morning Breakfast,
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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