Israel and Iran have been clashing for years. But on Saturday, their war of words briefly became an actual fight. In short succession, Iran sent a drone into Israel, Israel shot it down and took … more

Long Island’s Lester Wolff, who turned 99 in January, served eight terms in the House of Representatives, which is slightly above average for lawmakers. But … more

Ben Brafman, the tough-as-nails criminal defense attorney, addressed a public love letter to his brother, Rabbi Aaron Brafman zt”l, during a tribute dinner at the Yeshiva of Far … more

Rabbi Dr. Gilbert Klaperman zt”l, an early builder of the Five Towns Jewish community, was niftar on Tuesday. Services were set for 10 am on Wednesday morning at his shul, Congregation Beth … more

TOMSK, Russia — When two strange men approached 8-year-old Herzl Tsam in an alley of his hometown in what is now Ukraine, he knew that he had to run as fast as his legs could carry him. In … more

HAFTR first graders received their first siddurim at a memorable chagiga where they performed for families and guests. Their Koren Youth Siddur includes questions that lead to a deeper understanding … more

In honor of their bar and bat mitzvahs, HAFTR seventh graders donated a sefer Torah to the IDF, in partnership with Oz Ve’Hadar. Rabbi Dovid Kupchik, Menahel K–8, is pictured dancing with … more

Six Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls seniors have been accepted to Stern College for Women Honors Program, early decision. From left with Head of School Helen Spirn: Neima Inslicht, Shoshana … more

Throughout the week, youngsters at HANC Plainview brought in soup for the Mid Island Y JCC pantry’s Great SOUPerBOWL. Students are shown enroute to deliver some of the items themselves. more

Each month, HANC High School faculty selects four students, one from each grade, who exemplify the character trait of respect, as recipients of the school’s Kavod Award. Honored at the most … more