Baltimore, MD — Dec. 13, 2025 — The BJH today announced the official launch of THE BUZZ, a new WhatsApp-based platform designed to give Baltimore residents a centralized, curated feed of promotions, events, specials, and community announcements. The BUZZ operates as a sister channel to the widely followed BJL News & Information Feed — the community’s long-standing, trusted source for real-time news and reliable updates.
Built on the same commitment to clarity, accuracy, and consistency that has made BJL the region’s most dependable news presence, The BUZZ was created to meet a growing need within the community: a clean, organized space dedicated exclusively to local deals, offerings, and happenings. While BJL continues to focus on timely and essential n...
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Baltimore, MD – Dec. 16, 2025 — The Yeshiva of Greater Washington Boys Division, Tiferes Gedaliah, is hosting a High School Open House on Tuesday, December 23 at 8:00 p.m. at the Weichbrod Home, 6714 Woodbury Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209. The event offers Baltimore families the opportunity to meet and hear from the Rosh HaYeshiva, Rav Ahron Lopiansky, and learn about the yeshiva’s serious limudei kodesh program, comprehensive general studies tracks, transportation options to and from Baltimore, and partial boarding availability.
This shiur, delivered at Yeshivas Beis Meir in Lakewood on Chanukah 5786, recounts a historic episode from nearly a century ago. As a young man, the Steipler Gaon shared a Torah insight with his brother-in-law, the Chazon Ish, during Chanukah. That Torah thought so impressed the Chazon Ish that he chose him as a shidduch for his sister, and the Shidduch was finalized. Years later, a great talmid chacham challenged that very Torah insight and remarked, with irony, that “the din of the shidduch should therefore be botel.” This unique shiur serves as a halachic analysis and response to that claim, clarifying the issue through careful halachic reasoning. The Shidduch is on!
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Talya, a devoted Yiddishe mother, sits beside the hospital bed of her one-year-old daughter, Sheina Yafa.
Born with a severe brain bleed, Sheina was later diagnosed with "neuroblastoma" - a rare, aggressive cancer.
Since the day she entered this world, Sheina has been fighting to live.
And Talya has been fighting with her - with tefillos, tears, and every ounce of strength a mother can have.
But the treatment - their only hope - is far beyond what the family can afford. Every cent has already been used.
Now, as we gather around our menorahs and sing "Maoz Tzur", Talya is begging for a miracle.
She turns to Klal Yisrael - to you - and pleads: “Help me save my daughter’s life.”
This is not just...
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Baltimore, MD – Dec. 17, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Bracha (Avi, z’l) Strimber, a’h, mother of Shayna (Gobbie) Cohn, and Josh Strimber and sister of Rena Goldhahn.
The levayah will be held today, Wed., Dec. 17, at Levinson's at 2:00PMClick here to watch a recordig of the LevayaShiva through Tuesday morning will be observed at 3117 Northbrook Road, Baltimore, MD 21208The family respectfully requests no visitors from 12 noon - 1:30PM, 6:00-7:00PM or after 9:30PMShacharis: 7:30AMMincha/Maariv: 4:35PM Mincha Erev Shabbos: 1:30PM
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Baltimore, MD - Dec. 19, 2025 - Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Hatorah held its annual Chanukah mesiba on Wednesday evening, the fourth night of Chanukah. Kollel yungerleit from the Ohr Hatorah Kollel, along with friends and neighbors, joined the bochurim and hanhala in celebrating the simcha of Chanukah.Harav Yaakov Hopfer, shlita, graced the assemblage with his presence and delivered inspiring words of chizuk. Many bochurim took the opportunity to personally meet the Rav and receive his bracha for their learning.
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 19, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Yoel and Shani Muller on the birth of a son.
Mazel Tov to grandparents Shrage and Chaya Miriam Muller
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Annapolis, MD - Dec. 19, 2025 - Governor Wes Moore sat down with political commentator Baltimore Sun co-owner Armstrong Williams in a one-on-one interview Thursday, discussing a variety of issues, including the economy, energy, education and public safety.
"When we first came on board, we saw how there was an absolute violence crisis that existed within our state," Gov. Moore said.
"We're now looking at coming to a close of this year where we have seen amongst the fastest drops in violent crime anywhere in the United States of America," he added.
When it comes to reductions in crime, Gov. Moore cited investments in law enforcement and the justice system, improved technology, and measures that promote greater accountability.
In terms of public safety, Gov. Moore als...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 15, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Brian Cynamon, z’l, husband of Barbara Cynamon, and father of Evan Cynamon, z’l, Dovid (Sora Mindy) Cynamon and Chad CynamonShiva will be observed in Baltimore beginning with Maariv this evenng (Tuesday, Dec. 16) at the Cook Residence, 425 Yeshiva Lane, Baltimore, MD 21208Minyanim:Shachris 7:30AMMincha 2:30PM (Erev Shabbos: 12:34pm)Maariv 6:35PMThe family respectfully requests no visitors after 9:00PM
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Baltimore, MD – Dec. 18, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Avigdor Fischer (Lakewood) and Zehava Zweig (Baltimore) on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to Mr. & Mrs. Dovid Zweig
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 18, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Jenny Fogel, a’h, wife of Scott Cochran, mother of Neima Fogel and Rivka Fogel and daughter of Ellyn Tanenberg.
The levaya will take place Sunday at 9:00 PM in Beit Shemesh, Israel.EllynTanenberg will return from Israel on Tuesday and continue shiva at 1126 Kersey Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902Shiva in Baltimore will begin Wednesday; Details to followבלע המות לנצח
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 18, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Ahron Heyman and Fraidy Udman on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to Dovid Chaim & Ahuva Heyman and Yerachmiel & Becky Udman
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Greater Manchester Police are receiving calls from Jewish children requesting the presence of armed officers at Hanukkah celebrations, amid heightened fears linked to antisemitism and recent attacks on Jewish communities, the force’s chief constable said.
Sir Stephen Watson made the remarks at a Policy Exchange event in London, describing a reality in which heightened security around Jewish life has become routine. He said it has long been “normal” for Jewish children to attend schools protected by fences and guards, a situation that has intensified in recent months.
“October 7 started to lift the heat dramatically, in terms of the actual threat posed to our Jewish communities and the perceptions of the threat posed against our Jewish communities,” Watson sa...
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday that would reschedule marijuana to have fewer restrictions after decades of being classified as one of the most dangerous drugs.
"I'm pleased to announce that I will be signing an Executive Order to reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance with legitimate medical uses," Trump said while surrounded by medical professionals supporting his decision.
"I want to emphasize that the order I am about to sign is not the legalization [of] marijuana in any way, shape, or form — and in no way sanctions its use as a recreational drug... It's never safe to use powerful controlled substances in recreational manners," he explained.
The order is expected to reclassify marijuana fro...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 18, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Lois Masinter, a’h, mother of Max Masinter.
The levayah will take place Friday morning in Roanoke,VA.
Shiva will be observed in Baltimore beginning Motzaei Shabbos through Thursday morning at 3500 W. Strathmore Ave., Baltimore, MD 21215
The family respectfully requests no visitors from 12:30 - 1:30pm & 5:30 - 6:30pm or after 10:00pm.
Minyanim Shacharis - Sunday 7:45 AM, Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM Mincha: 4:35PM
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 17, 2025 - Around 40+ people, mostly from the downtown community, came together for a wonderful evening. Delicious food — sushi, fruit, and sufganiyot — was enjoyed by all. Several members of the community helped sponsor the refreshments.
Rabbi Chaim Schwartz represented the Jewish Caring Network (JCN) board and led Tehillim for the cholim. Rabbi Chananya Jacobson spoke with deep gratitude, noting that his son is recovering, chasdei Hashem, and has been a recipient of the support offered by Tikva House.
Live music and tours of Tikva House made the evening truly memorable.
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 18, 2025 - The picture completion test showed an image of a door with the top hinge missing. The psychologist prompted the child to identify what was missing. She scanned the door briefly and answered, “the mezuzah”! Of course she was right, but that answer was not scorable.
Our children see the world through a different lens. As adults, we are proud of their perspective and work hard to maintain it by limiting their exposure to pop culture and the outside world while strengthening their connection to our heritage. When a child has a disability, it was historically very difficult to access services in a culturally appropriate manner.
Twenty years ago, Ms. Marjorie Shulbank was the Section Chief for the Family Support Network in the division of speci...
