Tributes to Harav Yaakov Moshe Kulefsky, ZTL, on his 24th Yahrzeit Wednesday, 3 Kislev 5785 / Dec. 4, 2024###Baltimore, MD - Nov. 16, 2021 - 3 Kislev 5784- Tributes to Harav Yaakov Moshe Kulefsky, ZTL, on his 23rd Yartzeit, Thursday 3 Kislev 5784/Nov 16.
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The UN General Assembly on Tuesday adopted a resolution calling for the organization of a high-level conference aimed at implementing relevant resolutions and achieving a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian Arab conflict.
The resolution, which was introduced by Senegal and co-sponsored by numerous countries, passed with 157 votes in favor, eight against, and seven abstentions.
In addition to Israel, the other countries that voted against the resolution were Argentina, Hungary, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, and the United States.
Cameroon, the Czech Republic, Ecuador, Georgia, Paraguay, Ukraine and Uruguay are the countries which abstained.
The resolution reaffirms the need for a “two-state solution” while stressing the importance of establishing "a j...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 4, 2024 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Rav Peretz Gold, z’l, father of Mrs. Yocheved (Zev) Lesnik and Mrs Estie (Rabbi Rephael) Gold.
Mrs. Lesnik will be sitting shiva in Eretz Yisroel through Monday morning. She can be reached at 410.922.9698 (please note: this is an American number, but she is on Israel time, 7 hours ahead of Baltimore) or by email at Lesnikfamily@gmail.com.
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 3, 2024 – Recently, the 5th through 8th grade bochurim of Toras Simcha were privileged to hear inspiring Divrei Torah from two esteemed local Rabbonim. Rabbi Shmuel Kimche, Assistant Rabbi at Ohel Moshe (Rabbi Zvi Teichman), captivated the talmidim with two phenomenal stories, emphasizing the profound ripple effects that one small act can have.
A week later, the bochurim were zocheh to hear from Rabbi Menachem Goldberger, Rav of Tiferes Yisroel, who shared deep insights into the sugya of bringing the Ohr HaGanuz, the hidden light from Ma'aseh Breishis, into our homes. He explained how this light can elevate and infuse our homes with extra kedusha as our Chanukah licht shine brightly.
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 3, 2024 – 4:04 PM - An accident on westbound Reisterstown Road, just east of the Pikes, is causing traffic delays in both directions.
Hebrew media is reporting that US President-Elect Donald Trump is conveying a specific message to the Hamas terrorist organization ahead of his inauguration on January 20.
“I heard some very interesting things from a senior official of the Trump administration, says Neria Kraus, ME correspondent for Channel 13 News, in an X post.
“Trump's message to Hamas is: Beware – because here I come.' Don't cross my line. My goal is to make Hamas enter the sandbox of the peace talks.
"Trump's message is also to Netanyahu - I want a deal. Trump does not believe that it is Netanyahu who is preventing a deal," she said.
The report follows the ultimatum Trump posted on Truth Social yesterday warning Hamas that there would be "hell to pay" if the terrorist org...
An Israel Air Force aircraft attacked and eliminated Hezbollah's envoy to the Syrian army, Salman Nimr Jamaa, the IDF announced Tuesday afternoon.
The Syrian regime, which has established support for Hezbollah throughout the years and allows the use of their country for the transfer of weapons, heavily utilized Jamaa and hereby endangered the lives of Lebanese and Syrian civilians alike.
Jamaa is a veteran Hezbollah operative who has held several positions with the Hezbollah terrorist organization throughout the years, particularly with a focus on Syria.
What was his role as envoy to Syria for Hezbollah?
Jamaa held several roles within the Hezbollah terror organization, including as head of intelligence in the Al-Khayyam sector, then head of operations at Hezbollah&...
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 3, 2024 - A powerful weather system is expected to impact Baltimore on Thursday, bringing strong winds, freezing temperatures, and the possibility of snow showers. Here’s what you need to know to prepare:
What to Expect in Baltimore:
High Winds:
Widespread wind gusts of 40-50 mph are expected across the city and surrounding areas, with peak winds occurring between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Secure any outdoor holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away.
Be cautious of falling branches or trees, as power outages are possible.
Cold Temperatures:
Daytime highs will hover in the 30s, but with the wind, it will feel much colder.
Wind chills are expected to drop into the teens to low 20s by early afternoon.
Thursday night temperatures will dip ...
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 3, 2024 - The Maryland State Department of Education released its 2024 Maryland School Report Card on Tuesday. The results show an improvement from last year for many school systems around the state. But some districts in the Baltimore region appear to be going in the wrong direction when it comes to high-performing schools.
The report card grades schools on a one-to-five-star scale, based on factors such as academic achievement, progress and graduation rates.
About 1,300 public schools across Maryland are rated.
This year, 91 schools throughout Maryland earned a five-star rating, the highest possible score. That’s up from 85 schools last year.
Baltimore County had the most five-star schools in the state with 20, up one from 2023.
Anne Arundel and Harf...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 3, 2024 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Eleanor L. Chernikoff, a’h, mother of Rochelle (David) Wenick, Allan (Peggy) Chernikoff, Larry Chernikoff (Kenneth Coleman), and Iris (Neil) Berman and sister of Roslyn Caplan, Gloria Cissell, and Sheila Saval.
The levayah will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 at Levinson’s at 12 noon.
Kevurah will take place at Maryland Free State Post #167 Jewish War Veterans Cemetery, 6307 Hamilton Ave, Rosedale, MD, 21237.
Shiva wil be observed at 2 High Stepper Court #201, Pikesville, MD, 21208.
Details to follow
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
Jerusalem, Israel - Dec. 3, 2024 - December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
The Tower of David Museum did not want to put accessibility on hold Eilat Lieber, Director, and Chief Curator of the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum felt that despite Covid and the war, work was to continue. New walkways and elevators for mobility challenges, and accommodations for sight and hearing loss are available. The most recent innovation is the virtual reality applications.
Uniting with experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the globe to share case studies, explore solutions, and promote collaborations to enhance accessibility in heritage environments – in historic sites and cities has become a reality.
A Global Conference on Accessibility&...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 3, 2024 - 7:59AM – Once again, the right lane is closed on Greenspring Avenue near Green Summit, heading toward the Quarry.Please proceed with caution.
Multiple lanes of southbound Interstate 795 will close starting Wednesday for concrete pavement repairs.
– Check LIVE traffic map here
The Maryland State Highway Administration announced the lane closures will take effect between Reisterstown Road and the Beltway.
Schedule of I-795 lane closures
Weekdays – Dec. 4-6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., single-lane closure of the left or right lane.
Weekends – Dec. 6-9, 13-16 and 20-23, as follows:
– 9 p.m. Friday through noon Saturday: Single- and double-lane closures (left or right side).
– Noon Saturday through 9 p.m. Saturday: Single-lane closure (left or right side).
– 9 p.m. Saturday through noon Sunday: Single- and double-lane closures (left or right side).
– Noon Sunday through 5 a....
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 3, 2024 - The fate of a former Baltimore County Public Schools employee accused of using artificial intelligence to frame his school’s principal will soon been decided.
The trial of former Pikesville High School Athletic Director Dazhon Darien has been set for late-January. But there are still many unanswered questions regarding how Darien got his job with the school system.
Remember this supposed recording?
“I seriously don’t understand why I have to put up with these dumb***** here every day,” the speaker says in the recording. “Between these ungrateful black kids who can’t test their way out of a paper bag.”
When it first went viral back in January, it was shocking – racist and antisemitic comments allegedly made b...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 2, 2024 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Nema & Sarah Rich on the birth of a son.
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 2, 2024 - Baltimore County Police said they will maintain a presence of additional officers in the area around Towson Town Center throughout the holiday season, especially after five teens were arrested following an attempted carjacking.
Police said the attempted carjacking happened in the 800 block of Dulaney Valley Road, in the Towson Town Center Parking Garage, around 8 p.m. Saturday. Police said the suspects were a 13-year-old male, two 15-year-old males, a 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old female.
Police said four of the five teens are also suspects in a reported assault that occurred in the area on the evening of November 29. Police said a female reported she was assaulted by a group of juveniles who attempted to steal her keys. A spokesperson continued to say...
It’s been one month since the start of the new juvenile justice laws and two months since the Department of Juvenile Services changed its ankle monitor policy. Here’s some data and questions that remain unanswered.
According to data from the Baltimore Police Department, there have been at least 70 arrests made of young people between Nov. 2 and Dec. 1. There were 21 arrests made for auto theft, 24 arrests made for robberies, and five arrests made for carjacking. The kids arrested ranged in age from 12 years old to 17 years old. The young people arrested were taken to Juvenile Booking for “review of secure detention,” according to BPD. Those totals do not include paper referrals, which can result in charges later.
Questions to DJS about how many kids...
