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

North Woodmere woman heads Yoetzet Halacha program By Malka Eisenberg Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 When they are faced with personal questions concerning Jewish family law, many observant … more

Local charity connects those in need with others willing to share By Lisa Schiffman Issue of Oct. 10. 2008 On a sunny Wednesday afternoon in late September, a group of dedicated … more

Reflections at the turning of the year Reviewed by Alan Jay Gerber Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Yom Kippur has passed and the hints of a winter chill envelop us with every step. The … more

By Menashe Shapiro Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Jewish Republicans fell for it again. They continually fall for the patented Republican “bait and switch” act. When Sarah Palin made sure during … more

Issue of Oct. 10, 2008 Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman (left) at a McCain-Palin fundraiser in the Five Towns in September. Dr. Paul Brody (with sign) is a political activist from Great Neck and … more