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Boca Raton — In a rare political move, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, senior rabbi of the influential Boca Raton Synagogue, has called on his congregation to temporarily register as Democrats in order to participate in the upcoming Florida Democratic primary elections. The rabbi explained that the effort is designed to support Congressman Jared Moskowitz, a pro‑Israel

Miami — Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), one of Miami‑Dade’s longest‑serving nonprofit social service agencies, has announced the appointment of Mitchell “Mitch” Morris as Chair of its Board of Directors for the 2026–2027 term. Morris succeeds Vanessa Ressler, who will continue serving as Immediate Past Chair. Morris has been a dedicated member of

Jerusalem — Team USA delivered a dominant performance at the 2026 Maccabiah Games, securing an impressive 308 medals overall, with 75 gold, 103 silver, and 130 bronze. The achievement underscores the strength of American Jewish athletes across multiple disciplines at the world’s largest Jewish sporting event. The Games, often referred to as the “Jewish Olympics,”

Orlando — As Israel prepares for another national election, Heritage Florida Jewish News raises a critical question: do American Jews truly grasp how Israel’s parliamentary system works? Unlike the U.S. presidential model, Israel’s elections are based on proportional representation. Citizens vote for political parties rather than individual candidates, and seats in the Knesset are distributed

Thousands are gathered at the Western Wall Plaza in the final moments of Tisha B’Av, singing songs of Geulah together. “Higiya zman geulatchem” — “The time of your redemption has arrived.”

Commemorate. Reflect. Tastefully. For Tisha B’Av Traditional – The classic. Simple, smooth, and timeless. Extra Ashy – For those who go all in. No compromises. Deep Ash – Rich. Smoky. Deeply reflective. Mild Ash – Light and balanced. For the thoughtful soul. Jalapeño – A little heat. A lot of meaning. $85 per board Made

Jerusalem — A recent essay published by Future of Jewish examines the factors that determine which Jewish communities endure across generations. The analysis points to education, communal institutions, and adaptability as the core pillars of survival. Education: Communities that invest in Jewish schools, Torah study, and cultural programming are more likely to maintain identity and

Washington — The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announced plans to raise the price of a first‑class Forever stamp from 80 cents to 82 cents, effective September 2026, pending approval by the Postal Regulatory Commission. The proposed increase is part of USPS’s ongoing effort to address rising operational costs and declining mail volume. Officials noted that

Jerusalem — A delegation of Chabad rabbis from Florida traveled to Israel this summer for a private meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, underscoring the close ties between Jewish communities in the United States and Israel. The rabbis, representing Chabad centers across South Florida, discussed issues of Jewish education, community resilience, and support for Israel

Orlando — Former Fox Sports Florida reporter Emily Austen, 27, was dismissed from her role after appearing on a Facebook Live webcast where she made derogatory comments about multiple ethnic and religious groups, including Jews. During the webcast, Austen mocked Mexicans, calling them “not that smart,” and then turned her remarks toward Jewish people. She