Jerusalem, Israel - Jan. 2, 2025 - Yerushalayim experienced cool nights and sunny days throughout Chanukah this year, perfect for the city’s many festive activities. But on the sixth night, heavy rains brought a chill, leaving streets gridlocked.
Inside the newly built Gandel Rehabilitation Center at Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus, warmth and unity prevailed. Soldiers in recovery, inpatients and outpatients and their families, and volunteers who come every Tuesday and their families, gathered for a heartwarming Chanukah celebration, organized by the OneFamily nonprofit, Jerusalem 5800, and the hospital’s Rehabilitation Department, led by Professor Isabella Schwartz.
The event, attended by over 150 people, featured Chanukah treats, children’s craft...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 1, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the sudden petira of Mr. Joel Becker, z’l, husband of Tenise Becker father of Dovi (Miriam) Becker, and Niema Schertz and brother of Linda Zurndorfer.
The levayah will take place Erev Shabbos at 11:30AM at Beis Hahesped Kehilos Yerushalayim at Har HamenuchosTenise Becker will begin Shiva in Beitar and can be reached by WhatsApp at 301-873-7084. Dovi Becker will sit Shiva in Beitar through early next week and will return to Baltimore for the final days of shiva. Details TBD.Niema Schertz will sit shiva at 2945 N 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, t0day (Thursday) and tomorrow and in Silver Spring on Sunday & Monday.Visiting times: Friday, 11 AM - 2 PM
Motzaei Shabbos u...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 2, 2025 - 1:33PM – An accident at Reisterstown Road & Old Court has traffic in the area moving at a very slow pace
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 2, 2024 - 1:15PM - Willow Glen Drive is closed from Wickfield to Clarks Lane.
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 2, 2025 - Early yesterday morning the Kollel Ohr Shmuel @the Tent @Ahavas Chaim hosted R’ Beri Weber for an amazing and uplifting Davening and Hallel l’kavod Rosh Chodesh and Chanukah!!!Davening was followed by a fantastic fleishig seudah and farbreng including powerful divrei hisorerus and song from R’ Beri Weber. Special thank you to R’ Eli Lax and R’ Yankel Kohn. Yasher koach to all the Chavrei Hakollel who are moser nefesh day in and day out and come hungry to learn before they head off to a full day’s work - ״לא רעב ללחם ולא צמאה למים כי אם לשמוע את דברי ה׳ ״ Wow!!!!
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Baltimore, MD - Jan.2, 2025 -Chai Lifeline Mid- Atlantic was thrilled to host 400+ parents, children and volunteers for an incredible Chanuka party on the 7th night of Chanuka! Tremendous ruach and energy filled the room at Ateres Elka as young and old sang and danced along with Yoni Z. and Menachem Manevich. Candle making, face painting, donut decorating, and catering by Y Events rounded out a memorable evening. It was a special night for a special crowd!
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Both The Jerusalem Post and Channel 12 have received information indicating that Hamas is making a substantial comeback by recruiting new forces.
Along with Islamic Jihad together, Channel 12 said on Wednesday night that Hamas was up to between 20,000-23,000 fighters.
Information received by The Post in the recent period indicated numbers closer to around 12,000.
The wild fluctuation in numbers becomes even more stark when compared to previous numbers put out by the IDF or Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The latest numbers publicized were that the IDF has killed between 17,000-20,000 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists over the course of the war.
There has been a gulf of a few thousand between the IDF and Netanyahu throughout th...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 1, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Martin Sassiver, z’l, father of Chana (Meir) Katz.Shiva will be observed at 5903 Key Ave, Baltimore, MD , 21215Visiting times: Thurs, Sun,Mon 10 am -1230pm, 1:30-4:30, and 7-930PM, Fri 10:00am-1PM Phone 845.323.7359
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
New Orleans, LA – Jan. 1, 2025 - The FBI is intensively investigating the tragic attack on Bourbon Street that claimed at least ten lives early on New Year’s Day. The suspect, 42-year-old Shamsud Din Jabbar, a U.S. Army veteran from Texas, drove a pickup truck into a crowded tourist area in the French Quarter and left behind significant evidence pointing to a larger plot.
At a press conference on Wednesday afternoon, FBI Special Agent in Charge Alethea Duncan confirmed that Din Jabbar was an Army veteran who was believed to have received an honorable discharge. Investigators are working with the U.S. Army and the National Guard to gather more information about his background and potential motives.
Surveillance footage discovered shortly after the incident showed multiple susp...
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 31, 2024 – Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott released a first term accomplishment report entitled “Building Baltimore’s Future Together,” detailing significant strides made in improving public safety the right way, prioritizing youth, building clean and healthy communities, striving for equitable neighborhood development, and ensuring responsible stewardship of city resources over the past four years.
"Reflecting on our journey, I am proud of the progress we've made in building a stronger, more equitable Baltimore," said Mayor Brandon M. Scott. "This report reflects the hard work and commitment of so many people — from city employees to community partners — who love this city and share the vision of a better Baltimore. It&rsqu...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 1, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Yosef Pleeter & Chani Neuberger on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Joel & Sharlene Pleeter and Rafi & Rochel Neuberger
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 1, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Sam Rosemore & Yehudis Aron on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Justin & Avigail Rosemore and Brendy Aaron
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Philadelphia, PA - Jan. 1, 2025 - It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we announce the petira of the Nadvorna Rebbe of Philadelphia, Grand Rabbi Solomon Isaacson - Harav Chaim Shulem ben Moreinu Harav Meir זצוק״ל.
The Rebbe was a pillar of the Philadelphia Jewish community for over 55 years, profoundly shaping its growth and helping it flourish into the vibrant, close-knit community we cherish today. His phone and doorbell rang day and night with those seeking his guidance, help, and care. Whether it was spiritual support, financial assistance, or simply a listening ear, the Rebbe was always there, offering his wisdom and compassion to all who came to him.
Throughout his life, the Rebbe’s focus was on giving—of himself, his resources, and his time. He was a so...
Thousands visited the Western Wall Plaza during Chanukah amidst the 'Iron Swords' war, offering prayers for Israel's peace, redemption, the safety of IDF soldiers, the return of hostages, and the recovery of the injured.
Jerusalem, Israel - Jan 1, 2025 - The central Chanukah candle-lighting ceremonies, attended by hostage families, bereaved families, IDF soldiers, wounded veterans, and many others from Israel and abroad, took place throughout the holiday against the backdrop of the 'Iron Swords' war.
Tonight's eighth Chanukah candle-lighting ceremony was held in the presence of: Israel’s Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Kalman Bar, the rabbi of the Western Wall and Holy Sites, Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz, Minister for Social Equality and Advancement of Women, May Go...
The suspect accused of mowing down a crowd of New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans early Wednesday has been identified as Shamsud Din Jabbar, Fox News Digital has confirmed.
Jabbar is a 42-year-old resident of Houston, Texas. Police shot and killed him after he crashed his pickup truck and began to shoot at officers.
A Glock handgun and .308 caliber rifle equipped with optics and a sensor were recovered from the crime scene, according to a high-level source familiar who was not authorized to discus details of the investigation publicly.
An ISIS flag was also found on the pickup truck.
There are at least four to five other suspects involved, the source said.
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 1, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Nachum Pechatnikov, z’l, father of Dr. Esther (Yakov) Krug and Mrs. Olia (Ed) Margolin.
The levayah will be held at Levinson’s today, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 at 2:30PM.
The kevurah will take place at Beth Jacob Anshe Veshear Cemetery 6700 Hamilton Ave., Rosedale, Maryland, 21237.
Shiva will be observed at 2314 Smih Ave., Baltimore, MD , 21209.Shacharis: Thursday & Friday 7:30 / Sunday - Tuesday please call 443.286.9338Mincha/Maariv: 4:35PMDr. Esther Krug: 410.274.5446 Mrs. Olia Margoli: (Canada -International call) 416.892.7230
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
Israel's population has reached 10 million people before the end of 2024, according to a report released by the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) on Tuesday.
Of the 10 million citizens in Israel, approximately 76.9% of them (7.707 million people) are Jewish, and 21.0% (2.104 million people) of the population is Arab. Two percent of the population (210,000 people) identify as other.
CBS noted that the "other" category includes non-Arab Christians as well as those not classified by religion in the state's population registry.
Overall, the population in Israel grew by 1.1% (129,600 people) in 2024. The natural increase (number of births minus the number of deaths) was 112,000.
This growth rate is slightly lower than in 2023, when the population grew by 1.6%, acc...
New Orleans, LA – Jan. 1, 2025 - A horrifying mass casualty incident occurred in New Orleans early Wednesday during New Year's celebrations, leaving 10 people dead and 30 others injured after a man intentionally drove a pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street. The incident unfolded in the French Quarter, hours before the city was set to host the Sugar Bowl college football game.
Timeline of Events:
1:36 AM: Emergency officials reported a mass casualty incident on Canal and Bourbon Street. The city’s disaster preparedness agency, NOLA Ready, urged people to avoid the area.
1:33 AM: NOLA Ready confirmed that 30 injured individuals were transported to five local hospitals, including University Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Centers, while 10 fatalities were...
Israel and the world welcomed the new year early Wednesday with celebrations and well-wishes, though festivities in the southern city of Netivot and in surrounding communities were interrupted at midnight when the Hamas terror group fired rockets from the Gaza Strip.
Hamas took responsibility for the fire, and the Israel Defense Forces said two rockets were launched from the central Gaza Strip, with one intercepted and the second striking an open area.
There were no injuries in the attack.
It was the second year in a row in which the Palestinian terror group has fired rockets to coincide with the end of the year. Last year, it fired a large barrage at central Israel.
But this year, celebrations in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and much of the country went ahead as normally as could be, give...
