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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US-Israel ties deserve transparency before elections, not after - editorial
Elections are precisely when voters should be able to evaluate the strategic decisions their leaders are making.
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IDF begins upgrading Gaza border barrier with new technology, infrastructure
Following the October 7 attack, the "Hourglass" fence faced criticism after it was breached at dozens of locations along the 64-kilometer Gaza …
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Providence voters approve ballot initiative that would back divestment from Israel
75% of voters support measure calling on Rhode Island city to refrain from investing in 'foreign countries conducting ethnic cleansing, …
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Blow to Trump: Democrats gain control of the House and the Senate
Live updates: Vote counting continues in the US midterm elections, with all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats at stake, alongside …
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University of Michigan student faces charges after assault on Jewish activist
Prosecutors authorize assault charges against a University of Michigan student following an attack on Jewish activist Liz Benichou during a …
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UK’s Supreme Court set to hear appeal against ban on Palestine Action group
During two-day hearing beginning Wednesday, co-founder will argue that only three of 385 actions by group during past 5 years were 'assessed as …
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Yaakov Margi criticizes Aryeh Deri: We gave in to the extremists
Yaakov Margi criticizes Shas's leadership following its disappointing election results, takes aim at Aryeh Deri, and regrets the party's …
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Israel, Kazakhstan sign agreement to prevent double taxation following lengthy negotiations
The agreement marks another step toward strengthening economic relations between Israel and Kazakhstan, Central Asia's largest economy, as both …
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IAEA chief calls for diplomatic solution to Iran nuclear dispute
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi urges diplomacy over Iran's nuclear program, citing Tehran's 60% uranium enrichment and lack of transparency with …
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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
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — Dr. Leonard “Lazar” Labush, 95, died Oct. 14 in Delray Beach, Florida, with his loving wife by his side. He was the beloved husband of Glenda (Feiler) Labush for 65 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Abraham and...
Every Wednesday, starting September 30 - December 9 | Delve Deeper: The World Behind the Bible,
Today | Off of Hope: A Gathering of Interfaith Partners,
For everyone
Tomorrow | Gallery at Central Opening: Rabbi Wayne Franklin,
Every Thursday, starting October 29 - November 19 | RI Reform Congregations: Introduction to Judaism,
Singles
Tomorrow | 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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