Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 To most of us the 21st line of Avinu Malkeinu is even more fraught with meaning than the rest of that poignant tefilah. Inscribe us b'sefer parnasa –– in the Book of … more

By Dr. Rafael Medoff Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 On Yom Kippur, in synagogues throughout the country, American Jews will lightly strike their chests while reciting the “Al Chets,” the litany … more

By David Seidemann Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Shmulik lives in Israel with his wife and six children. He is a successful businessman who commutes to the United States approximately three times a … more

JCC and Ohel partner in program to help students By Yaffi Spodek Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 The JCC of the Greater Five Towns has joined with the Ohel Bais Ezra Lifetime Care Foundation to … more

Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Dear That’s Life, Before leaving the house very early the other morning I made a strategic error and gently kissed my three-and-a-half year old son as he slept in my … more

Resolutions for remarkable Jews By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 It is a bit of a challenge to reflect on Yom Kippur before it happens. This issue of The Jewish Star went to … more

Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 A rav on ‘rabbinical malpractice’ To the Editor: I read with great interest, and with much agreement with the sentiments expressed within, the insightful … more

Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Lynbrook - Congregation Beth David will have a Thrift Shop open on Sunday and Monday, October 12 and 13 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Inventory will include books, clothing, … more

A way to achieve serenity in the bustling village of Cedarhurst By Malka Eisenberg Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Cedarhurst Park is usually a green oasis in the noise and rush of a weekday … more