Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Rachel Agrich, a"h, mother of Avi Agrich.
Shiva will be observed through Friday afternoon at:
Hashoftim 8 Kiryat Gat - Israel
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February 5 @ 7:30 pm
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The Associated’s Pearlstone Boardroom
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Baltimore, MD 21215
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In honor of Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM), join an evening with Judge David Tatel, as he discusses his book, Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice.
Judge Tatel served as a justice on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit for 30 years while navigating his own loss of vision. At this event we will hear from him about his career in the legal system and the role his blindness played in both his personal, professional and Jewish life.
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2026 – (BJL) Due to ongoing water main break activity on Smith Road, the roadway appears unstable and may be at risk of further collapse. Water is actively seeping through the street creating dangerous conditions.
Chaverim of Baltimore urges drivers to avoid Smith Ave. in between Sanzo and Greenspring
Please use alternate routes and proceed with extreme caution in surrounding areas.
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Baltimore, MD – January 20, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mr. Yudi Goldberg, z’l, father of Mrs. Leah (Avrohom) Margolis.
The kevurah will take place at Eretz HaChaim Cemetery in Beit Shemesh tomorrow (Wednesday) evening.
Weather permitting, Mrs. Margolis is expected to return to Baltimore and sit shiva at 2534 Farringdon Road, Baltimore, MD 21209, beginning either Monday evening or Tuesday morning and continuing through Wednesday morning, with updates to follow.בלע המות לנצח
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 26, 2026 - Seven Mile Market is closing at 6PM today. We will open tomorrow morning regular time at 7:30.Please continue to follow BJL for updates.Seven Mile Market Management
Baltimore County, MD - Jan. 26, 2026 - We are a little more than 24 hours since snow blanketed Baltimore County. Many of the main roads are passable, but as you can see from this map, there is still a lot of work to be done. There are currently 523 people utilizing 444 pieces of equipment trying to clear the snow from more than 2,700 miles of roads across the County. It is still highly advised that if you do not need to be out on the road, stay home. It is going to take crews at least all day today to plow throughout the county. Our crews have been working around the clock, many of whom have not seen their loved ones since Saturday. We are working diligently to clear not only the main roads, but side streets and cul de sacs. Please be safe and let our crews do their work. Als...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2026 — (BJL) A water main break has been reported on Smith Ave. between Wickfield and Maurleen. Water is currently seeping through the street and is expected to freeze over, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions.Residents in the area are also reporting brown water in their homes.Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible and use extreme caution, as temperatures remain below freezing and road conditions may deteriorate quickly.
Tel Aviv, Israel - Jan. 26, 2026 - The IDF announced on Monday, following the completion of the identification process by the National Institute of Forensic Medicine, in cooperation with the Israel Police and the Military Rabbinate, that IDF representatives informed the family of the deceased hostage, Sergeant First Class Ran Gvili, that their loved one has been identified and will be returned for burial.
Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Yasam officer, fell in a heroic battle on the morning of October 7th. His body was abducted to the Gaza Strip by terrorists.
With this, all hostages have been returned from the Gaza Strip to the State of Israel. This is the first time since 2014 that there are no hostages, alive or deceased, being held by terrorists in Gaza.
The IDF expresses deep condolences t...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2026 (BJL) After spending the better part of Sunday on the front lines helping neighbors dig out from the weekend’s heavy snowfall, volunteers from Chaverim of Baltimore are urging residents to stay off the roads as evening sets in.Following a full day of clearing sidewalks, assisting stranded motorists, and helping families navigate the storm’s aftermath, Chaverim reported that while the heaviest snow has tapered off, the shift to sleet and freezing rain has made conditions especially dangerous.“We’ve been out here all day helping people get their cars out and clearing paths, but the situation on the ground has changed,” a Chaverim representative shared Sunday evening. “What looks like slush is turning into solid ice. Driv...
Baltimore, Md - Jan. 25, 2026 - BJL Weather Information Notification System - Community Schedule Changes for Schools, Organizations & Businesses for Tomorrow, Jan. 26, 2026 / 8 Shevat, 5786• Ateres of Baltimore – Closed
• Bais Yaakov – Closed
• Baltimore City Public Schools – Closed
• Baltimore County Public Schools – Closed
• Beth Tfiloh – Closed
• Bnos Yisroel – Closed
• Cheder Chabad – Closed
• Darchei Noam Montessori – Closed
• Gan Rutie – Closed
• JCC – Owings Mills – Closed
• JCC – Park Heights – Closed
• JEWELS – Closed
• Khal Chassidim (Mosdos) – Cheder – Closed
• Khal Chassidim (Mosdos...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 25, 2026 — This evening, Mayor Brandon M. Scott issued the following update regarding the ongoing winter storm that has caused snow accumulation, icy conditions, and freezing temperatures.
The Baltimore City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains activated. The State of Emergency declaration issued by Mayor Scott on Friday, January 23rd remains in effect.
Forecast Update
The Baltimore region remains under a Winter Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS). Snowfall continued throughout Sunday afternoon and is expected to last into the late evening according to the NWS. So far, Baltimore City has over seen 8 inches of snow accumulation. The NWS forecasts snow and sleet accumulations to be expected along with ice accumulatio...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 25, 2026 - Seven Mile Market plans to open on time (7:30) on Monday morning, Jan. 26, weather permitting. We may close earlier than our regular 9PM closing time, depending on the road conditions later in the day. Please continue to follow BJL for updates.
Seven Mile Market Management
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 25, 2026:
Closings:
Shabsi's Judaica is currently closedThe Naomi Center is closed; Telehealth appointments are possible
Postponements:
The AIM Event - Rescheduled for Feb. 8
Shaarei Chaim Chanukas HaBayis - New date to be announced
Baltimore L'Chayim Shidduch meeting for second-time singles rescheduled for Feb. 1, at noonOhel/CCSA Substance Prevention Program. New date and time TBD The JES Family First Lecture at Ner Tamid has been rescheduled to Feb. 9th
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Ruth Givner, a'h, mother of Melanie (Milton) Gertner.
The levayah will be held on Thursday, January 29 at 12:00pm at Levinson's.
Shiva will be observed at 3211 Midfield Road, BAltimore, MD 21208. Details to follow
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Jerusalem, Israel - Jan. 25, 2026 - Today (Sunday, 25 January 2026), President Isaac Herzog participated in an event marking 2,000 kidney transplants carried out in Israel. This unprecedented number has been recognized as a Guinness World Record. The event was organized by the Gift of Life (“Matanat Chaim”) organization, which works to encourage voluntary kidney donations in order to save lives.President Herzog:“Here and now, nearly 2,000 voluntary kidney donors are gathered together in one place from every different walk of Israeli life. Thank you, Matanat Chaim—truly a gift of life.“This is absolutely a world record. A world record for humanity. A world record for solidarity.And a world record for the deep and full commitment to one another,the selflessness,...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2026 – (BJL) While the powerful snowstorm kept most residents safely indoors, an anonymous local driver was out navigating treacherous roads to help those who had no other option — transporting families to visit sick relatives, ferrying healthcare workers, and responding to urgent community needs.Mrs. Rochel Massre joined the vehicle to document what conditions were really like on Baltimore’s streets, offering a firsthand look at both the extraordinary acts of chesed taking place and the serious dangers drivers faced. Her goal was simple: to show the reality on the ground and urge people to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.From checking on homebound patients to delivering essential assistance, the driver’s quiet dedicatio...
Baltimore County, MD - Jan. 25, 2026 - Baltimore County government will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26 due to ongoing inclement weather.
There will be no trash or recycling collection on Monday, and all drop-off centers will be closed. Collection will move to a slide schedule. Additionally, Towson Loop and CountyRide service will not operate and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be closed. Baltimore County Recreation and Parks facilities will be closed to the public and programs canceled. Senior Centers will also be closed.
County freezing weather shelters will be operational and due to the expected sustained low temperatures will remain open throughout the day on Monday. Residents are encouraged to stay up to date on new information and announcements...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Tzvi Meister (Baltimore) and Hudis Rosenbloom (Brooklyn) on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to Aryeh & Racheli Meister and Avrohom Meir & Shalvy Rosenblom
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
