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More than a professional rabbinic convention, the two-day gathering became a frank discussion about the challenges of leading a Sephardic community today and how to preserve the Sephardic mesorah as a living tradition.
NEW YORK, NY – August 26, 2026 – The Orthodox Union (OU), the nation’s oldest and largest umbrella organization for American Orthodox Jewry, today announced the appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber to the role of executive vice president. Rabbi Silber will assume his new role as of November 2nd. As the executive vice president, Rabbi […]
Chabad Flamingo had a wonderful experience hosting a fantastic group of Lubavitch Yeshiva students from Detroit for Shabbat!
By Marc Gronich
The Star of David was hidden from plain sight when the Treasury Secretary under Washington wanted the Jewish symbol on the one-dollar bill.
BROOKLYN, NY — The Rabbinical Alliance of America (Igud HaRabbonim), a national rabbinic organization founded in 1942, held its Rosh Chodesh Av Conference and Seudah on Wednesday, July 13, 2026 (28 Tamuz 5786). The prestigious gathering took place at Congregation Eitz Chaim of Flatbush in Brooklyn, New York, hosted by its spiritual leader and RAA […]
By Marc Gronich
After quoting and translating the words of the Shema, Bennett continued, “Those words have sustained the Jewish people through every generation. They remind us who we are, where we come from, and that G-d Almighty watches over His people through every challenge and every triumph.
By Marc Gronich
New Measures to Address Gun Violence in N.Y. The past several weeks have been particularly busy in government and politics. Two examples: June saw the celebration of Dairy Month and Gun Violence Awareness Month, even though state residents are well aware that gun violence is on the rise in the state. Dairy Month was celebrated […]
By Marc Gronich
Displaying reverence to veterans and showing appreciation for their service, both on and off the battlefield, is one of the time-honored traditions in American politics.
By Marc Gronich
It was widely expressed by state lawmakers that the buffer zone is just a first step. “A buffer zone wasn’t just necessary but imperative. We were pleased that we were able to increase the distance that was originally 25 feet to 50 feet,” said Stern.
By Marc Gronich
How is it possible that when we’re living in a world where you need police protection to observe your faith, for Yom Kippur, for Rosh Hashanah, for any of the holy days, that’s not a scandal?
By Marc Gronich
Six Democratic hopefuls have emerged as contenders for the seat, which Nadler described to The Jewish Press as the safest Democratic seat in the country. “If my district ever went Republican then there isn’t a congressional district in the country that would be safe,” Nadler said.
By Marc Gronich
Both Lancman and his opponent, Jake Blumencranz, will focus their campaign rhetoric on antisemitism, being pro-Zionist and the perennial issue of fighting crime.
By Marc Gronich
Grid Strategies recently issued a report stating that preventing the nation’s coal plants from retiring over the next three years could cost consumers at least $3 billion per year.
By Met Council
Behind the scenes, Met Council leverages AI-powered tools to optimize warehouse operations and direct food to partner agencies and pantries based on real-time data and community demand. This approach ensures resources are distributed more efficiently and equitably.
By Marc Gronich
“I remember seeing pictures of teenagers who looked a lot like I did and realizing that if I had simply been born at a different time, that would very likely have been me and my family,” she recounted.
By Jason Maoz
“It gave us a tremendous amount of pleasure,” said Welz, “especially in these economic times, to know that parents didn’t need to dig deep into their pockets or add to their credit card debt in order to give their families a joyful and memorable experience.”
By Marc Gronich
In the spirit of the proclamations highlighting 124 days of education in New York state in recognition of what would have been the Rebbe’s 124th birthday, Rabbi Silber connected the two points in his remarks.
By Marc Gronich
ADL organizers, which spent a significant amount of money to pull off this extraordinary effort also raised an equal amount of funds from sponsorships and loyal supporters.
By Marc Gronich
Larry was the epitome of chesed, Moshe Zakheim, president of COJO Flatbush, told The Jewish Press. …The community has lost a remarkable individual in Larry, whose contributions and positive influence will be deeply missed...
By Marc Gronich
Rabbi Arthur Schneier, a Holocaust survivor said, I'm counting on every city and state official to establish the rule, not abolishing freedom of speech but protection of every house of worship. Every house of worship, be it a synagogue, be it a church, be it a mosque, whatever.
By Marc Gronich
Probably the most significant election result for the Jewish community was that Julie Menin, 58, was chosen unanimously by her colleagues to be the first Jewish speaker of the 51-member New York City Council.
I learned by listening to the rabbis that the light dispels darkness. By lighting the light for Chanukah, we push back darkness. We push back evil, Walsh said.
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