Peri Wechsler
Chinuch plays a pivotal role in our lives throughout the year, but it’s only on Pesach that we’re commanded v’higadeta l’bincha, to tell our children. On this extraordinary night, we’re charged with the mission of imparting our legacy of emunah so our children can feel the steady presence of Hashem’s love and guidance at […]
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The 2026 Chol Hamo’ed Fun Guide Important notes Always call locations in advance to confirm hours, availability, and pricing. Discounts may be available at beentheredonethattrips.com, groupon.com, and theoceancountylibrary.org/museum-pass-program Stay safe and have fun! The Voice does not take responsibility for any errors listed below nor for the kashrus of any establishment. Tip: Holders of […]
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Rav Dovid Eisen, dayan Q: I ordered a case of frozen chicken from a wholesale supplier and specifically chose a company under the hechsher that I am comfortable with. When the order arrived, I realized they had sent chicken from a different company, bearing a hechsher beneath my personal standards. Upon contact, the supplier responded […]
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Congressman Jeff Van Drew: It’s not every day that you hear about people celebrating in the streets while bombs fall on their country. Yet that uncanny image is now ubiquitous in Iran, where the majority of citizens have welcomed the strikes against the regime that has oppressed them for decades. In a wide-ranging conversation […]
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Recipes by Leah Leora Prep by Shaindy Sturman Styling and photography by Chay Berger These steak bites are perfect for when you need a Pesach-friendly crowd-pleaser. Yield: 4–6 servings Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil 1½ lb. fillet steak, cut in cubes 3 cloves garlic, minced ⅓ cup honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice […]
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Recipes by Chana Steiner Styling and photography by Penina Spero Almond Chocolate Biscotti This is one of the best cookies you’ll ever come across—and not just among Pesach cookies. With almonds as the main ingredient, these almond-studded chocolatey biscotti are nutrient-rich and feel substantial besides being tasty and pretty. Yield: 30 biscotti Ingredients: 4 eggs […]
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By Sori Baumann All of you lucky young mothers out there whose parents and in-laws live in Lakewood, I’m just a little bit envious. To me, the Yom Tov season means a lot of things, but since I’ve had kids, it means flying. With kids. On an airplane. It’s an occasion that requires […]
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From childcare funding to yeshivah costs, Sherrill’s first spending plan could shape the community’s future Governor Mikie Sherrill’s first budget address in Trenton was an event marked by several notable firsts. The proposal itself set a record with a $60.7 billion spending plan for Fiscal Year 2027, the largest state budget in New Jersey history. […]
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Leah Sutton These are go-tos in my house on busy days—they take me only a few minutes to prepare and are enjoyed by all. Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef 1 small onion, minced 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 shake dried parsley Dash of cumin Dash of allspice Salt to taste Black pepper to taste […]
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By Isaac Shadpour Community Answers the Call for a Chavivim Volunteer Late Wednesday night, what began as a routine act of kindness turned into a powerful reminder of how deeply the spirit of chessed runs in our community. A member of Chavivim had responded to a call in Jackson to help someone in […]
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