The Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America is calling on Congress to pass the Every Student Succeeds Act when it comes to the floor of the House of Representatives this week. This … more

R eb Moshe Chaim Tiefenbrun was one of the personalities I grew up with, and one of the two people who first introduced me to nusach, the beautiful melodies of our liturgy and prayer. He was a … more

The Talmud tells us that when Yosef was confronted by the temptress, his master Potiphar’s wife, he was able to control himself and overcome her advances because he saw his father … more

Here’s how to list an event in the FREE Jewish Star Calendar The Jewish Star is pleased to publish a comprehensive calendar of events for the Orthodox Jewish communities on Long Island. This is a free service. Organizations are invited to send information to Calendar@TheJewishStar.com, including a brief description of event, name and address of venue, price of admission (or specify free), and a phone or email where readers can confirm the event or request more information. Submissions may also include a hi-res photo promoting the event (for instance, a featured speaker or honoree). The earlier events are submitted, the more weeks they may run. Deadline is Friday noon. more

The Sushi menorah returns in time for Sunday night’s first candle — but don’t count on Simply Sushi’s delicacies to last all eight nights. The hot ticket from Chanukah 2013 … more

Relatives of the 11 Israeli team members who were murdered by Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) terrorists during the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich have revealed new details of the grizzly … more

Obamacare is beginning to fall apart and the federal government is going to look to American taxpayers to fund putting it back together. Last Wednesday United Healthcare announced it lost $425 … more

Very simply and directly, Chabad of Mineola wanted to say thanks. And so Rabbi Anchelle Perl proclaimed “Tell a Police Officer ‘Thank You’ Day.” Along with some friends, he … more

Since the summer of 1999 I have been involved with the Israel Cancer Research Fund (ICRF). Originally I was trying to find a cure for my late uncle, Michael Ressner, and just trying to share what … more

Yes, it’s that wonderful time of year again. With Chanukah upon us, the Kosher Bookworm once again offers suggestions for holiday readings and gift giving. “The Seven Fruits of the … more