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A woman in her 60s and a man in his 20s were killed wounded on Thursday by a rocket strike during a barrage in the Haifa Bay Area.
MDA is reporting that another man in his 70s was lightly wounded and updated that the three are suffering from shrapnel wounds.
The IDF that approximately 25 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon during the barrage. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and fallen projectiles were identified in the area.
Five people were killed in an agricultural area in Metulla, in northern Israel, following Hezbollah rocket fire from Lebanon, Israeli media reported on Thursday afternoon.
The IDF confirmed earlier on Thursday two rockets were launched from Lebanon and fell in "open areas," which, according to early indications, were agricultural sites near the town.
Israeli media reported that one citizen, a farmer, was killed in the attack, along with four foreign workers.
A sixth person was seriously wounded in the incident, with severe injuries sustained via shrapnel. They were transferred for emergency medical assistance at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa.
Iran will deliver a “definitive and painful” response to Israel’s recent attack on its territory, likely before the US presidential election on November 5, CNN reported Wednesday, citing an anonymous senior source.
The source, apparently an Iranian with knowledge of deliberations in Tehran, told the network: “The response of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Zionist regime’s aggression will be definitive and painful.”
The series of Israeli strikes early Saturday morning were themselves a response to a massive ballistic missile attack launched by Tehran at Israel on October 1. In an hours-long operation, dozens of Israeli aircraft targeted strategic military sites across Iran — specifically drone and ballistic missile manufacturing and launch si...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 31, 2024 - Today marks the final opportunity for in-person early voting in Maryland.
Polling places will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. However, election officials have stated that anyone in line by 8 p.m. will still be allowed to vote.
As of Oct. 29, 1.21 million early votes have already been cast, representing 25.2% of the state’s voting-age population.
Click here for a list of Maryland’s early voting centers.
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The product was sent to distributors on...
The York County, Pennsylvania Board of Elections is updating the public on its investigation into thousands of voter registration applications that raised concerns after they were recently delivered to the county's election office.
Last week, the York County Office of Elections and Voter Registration received a bulk drop-off of 3,087 voter registration applications, the board of elections said Wednesday in a news release.
Since then, the elections board has been working with the Pennsylvania Department of State and the York County Office of District Attorney to review the applications.
Of the 3,087 applications, 47% were verified and approved, 29% needed more information, and 24% were declined and are now under review.
The applications in need of more information may be approved p...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 31, 2024 - Marilyn Mosby's defense is again asking Judge Lydia Kay Griggsby to replace her home detention with a curfew, outlining why they believe her job security requires more flexibility.
The former Baltimore City's State Attorney latest plea with the court came in light of her new job offer to serve as Director of Global Strategic Planning at an undisclosed California-based company. While the enterprise is headquartered in California, Mosby will be stationed in Maryland. According to her defense, this new position "will require routine travel to varying locations throughout Maryland."
Her first request was denied earlier in October.Judge Griggsby, who is change of the case, said the defense did not provide enough details about the role and duties...
ISA and Israel Police on Thursday morning announced the arrest of Refael and Lala Goliev, a 32-year-old couple from Lod, after the couple carried out acts of espionage on behalf of Iran.
During their interrogation, it became clear that Refael was enlisted by Alshaan Agayev, a 56-year-old Azeri, who is operating on behalf of Iranian parties.
As part of his activities, Refael tracked security sites in Israel, including the Mossad, and also followed an academic employed by the INSS, who Iran had marked for a physical attack. In addition, he was asked to locate a person who would serve as an assassin for the Iranian operator. Some of the activities were carried out by Rafael with the help of his wife Lala.
The State Prosecutor's Office filed an indictment against them on Thursday,...
Baltimore, MD – Oct. 31, 2024 - 9:06AM - After an incident, the fire department is cleaning up at Canterbury Apartments near KAYTT (Rabbi Heber) on Park Heights Avenue. Traffic is blocked in both directions; please avoid the area.
Jerusalem, Israel - Oct. 30, 2024 - President Isaac Herzog opened the gates to Beit Hanasi in Jerusalem, Israel, on Wednesday evening to welcome families of heroes of October 7, 2023. He and his wife Michal walked around the ground to greet the living heroes and the invited families, individuals, Jewish, Druze, and Bedouin, who rose and went to save lives on that Simchat Torah morning a year ago.
The official program was set in the back garden, as the sun set, and the evening weather turned cold. Blankets were available for families of those honored. Warm hugs, tears, and tissues, but present were beautiful babies to provide hope for the future.
President Herzog spoke to open the program: "Heroes of Israel, dear audience, Michal and I are very excited to open our house,...
Baltimore, MD – Oct. 30, 2024 – 7:19PM - The checkout system at Safeway in the Greenspring Shopping Center is currently down, and transactions cannot be completed at this time. Please plan accordingly.
Chicago, IL. - Oct. 30, 2024 - Following the heinous shooting of a community member on his way to shul on Saturday morning, Agudath Israel of Illinois (AIOI) hosted a press conference calling upon the appropriate parties to address community concerns, to be transparent, and to prosecute the offender to the fullest extent. The community has been justifiably frustrated over how the attack was covered by the media as well, and as such, another goal was to reset the narrative. Lastly, AIOI sought to highlight that the attack once again demonstrated that Orthodox Jews are significantly more vulnerable to antisemitic violence. The Chicago Rabbinical Council and ADL (Anti-Defamation League) Midwest along with other Jewish organizations participated as well.
AIOI’s director of g...
Towson, MD -Oct. 30, 2024 - Homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department have obtained an arrest warrant for 16-year-old Brayan Rodriguez in connection with the murder of a 16-year-old. On Sunday, October 27, officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 1700 block of Reisterstown Road. Upon arrival, they found the injured victim at the scene. The 16-year-old was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating Rodriguez.
If located, please call 911 and do not approach him. Rodriguez is known to frequent the Pikesville area.
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Information may also be provided anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-756-2587&...
We are living in troubled times. Israel is at war and antisemitism is on the rise here – and we all must handle the stress of daily life. To do that, we need to build our resilience and coping mechanisms.
That’s why CHANA invites you to attend VOICES: Finding Your Path Forward the evening of November 6 at Beth Tfiloh Congregation. It will be an engaging evening where you will learn practical advice from our speaker Britt Frank, MSW, LSCSW, SEP, on how to deal with stress and bring more well-being into your life.
Anxiety and stress can lead to feelings of being stuck, not being able to make decisions, or overall fatigue. As author of The Science of Stuck (named a must-read by Forbes, NPR, SHRM, New York Magazine, and Esquire), Ms. Frank will share personal stories and provide...
We're excited to announce our return to Baltimore, with an exclusive real estate event!Join us for expert guidance on purchasing property in Israel, featuring Ben Levene, CEO of CapitIL Real Estate, as he nears his 200th global event. "Our events have been instrumental in helping Anglos purchase property in Israel, and with the impact of October 7th, these gatherings are more critical than ever," says Levene.What to Expect:How to Finance Up to 75% of Your PropertyNavigating New Tax Regulations – Discover how the latest changes could benefit youInvestment Hotspots – Find great opportunities in Ramat Eshkol, Shaarei Chesed, Ramot, and RBSIsrael vs. U.S. Real Estate – Learn why investing in Eretz Yisroel could be your smartest financial moveFor security purposes, only t...
The Rebbe has successfully revived a nearly 200-year-old chassidus, which descends from the Rebbes of Lechovitch and Karlin/Stolin
Baltimore, MD - October 28, 2024-The Baltimore community is honored to host the Koidenover Rebbe, shlit"a, from next Monday, November 4th - Tuesday, November 12th. Those who were privileged to see the Rebbe during his past visits, know that he is a captivating speaker who conveys a message relevant to our generation. In addition, the Rebbe is known for and much sought after for his wise counsel and brachos. Those who have had a private audience with the Rebbe can tell you how truly electrifying the experience was, replete with chizuk and inspiration.
The Rebbe has successfully revived a nearly 200-year-old chassidus, which descends from the Rebbes o...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 28, 2024 - Baltimore Jewish Home's 613 Seconds with Baltimore native Rabbi Shmuel Chaim Naiman, Founder of Healthy Jew, Foraging Guide, and Mashgiach Ruchani at Yeshivat Lev HaTorah
Baltimore Jewish Home: Tell us a little about yourself. Where are you from?
Rabbi Naiman: I was born and raised in Baltimore, with roots here for seven generations. I attended Torah Institute and then Ner Yisrael. At 19, I came to Eretz Yisrael to learn in the Mir, and I’ve been learning and teaching Torah here ever since. My family and I currently live in Ramat Bet Shemesh. (Here’s the secret to staying in EY: marry an Israeli, and you’re stuck!)
BJH: And now you’re also in the health and wellness field. How did you get into this?
Rabbi Naiman: I&rs...
