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BRISTOL, R.I. – Natalie (Silver) Stein passed away in her daughter’s home in North Carolina on Aug. 23. Natalie fought a year-long battle with brain cancer and passed away peacefully … more

9/1/16

Award-winning author and illustrator at Roger Williams University

BRISTOL, R.I. – From creating controversial New Yorker covers to launching the graphic novel into contention as serious literature, Art Spiegelman does not shy away from drawing attention to … more

Art Spiegelman | 9/1/16

Israeli students win 2nd prize at international robotics contest

JTA – A group of Israeli high school students came in second place at an international robotics competition in Shanghai, China. The students were granted an Inspiration Award in the For … more

9/1/16

Torat Yisrael program features convention attendees

On Sunday, Sept. 18, local Jews, who attended the recent Republican National Convention in Cleveland and the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, will speak about their experiences, at … more

9/1/16

Which birthdays are financial milestones?

When it comes to your finances, some birthdays are more important than others. Take this quiz to see if you can identify the ages that might trigger financial changes. … more

BARBARA KENERSON | 9/1/16

Jewish nonprofit fires CFO over alleged financial improprieties

JTA – Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston has fired its chief financial officer for alleged financial improprieties, the Boston Globe reported. The CFO, identified by the … more

9/1/16

2 stolen Torahs valued at $30,000 returned to NJ synagogue

JTA — Two Torahs valued at $30,000 that had been stolen with some $50,000 of silver religious pieces were returned to a New Jersey synagogue. Thomas Dobles, 39, a former caretaker at … more

9/1/16

When retirement becomes a business

Sandy Ross, of Greenville, is supposed to be retired. But that didn’t work out. Instead, her retirement took a Kosher turn. Now she can’t imagine retiring again any time soon. … more

FRAN OSTENDORF | 9/1/16

Sue Benzuly – and her shop – is invested in a healthier you

Providence finally has a shop that is dedicated to promoting health and wellness through body and home-care products. And who better to run such an enterprise than a nurse? With an … more

ARIEL BROTHMAN | 9/1/16

Jewish businesswomen role models, tips for success

Touro University Worldwide, at tuw.edu, has profiled seven famous Jewish businesswomen. These women have founded or worked on several of the world’s largest brands. Gabe … more

Patricia Raskin | 9/1/16