Is Baltimore County Public Schools intentionally omitting important information about the upcoming budget in its messaging to taxpayers? One government watchdog says the district is not giving the public the full picture.
Baltimore County Public Schools, earlier this month, issued a news release to the school community. It outlines Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers’ proposed 2026 operating budget. The release contains important information for taxpayers, parents and students. But it’s the information not contained in the release that caught Project Baltimore’s attention.
“This is disingenuous, to say the least,” said David Williams with the Taxpayers Protection Alliance. “They're not giving taxpayers the full picture of what the increase in educati...
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Baltimore, MD - Jan. 23, 2025 - Now in our sixth year, Tashbar is an innovative trendsetting Torah school in the heart of the Baltimore community that has benefitted dozens of students to date.
Tashbar is truly a second home to our over 50 boys, who benefit daily from a stellar team of experienced Mechanchim and support staff who double as caring mentors.
Our tracked K-8 model allows children to join a class best suited to them and excel at their own pace. Tracks are on par with and correspond to mainstream grade levels. Learning is both traditional and experiential, harnessing innate childhood creativity, imagination, and thoughtfulness allowing for an immersive experience replete with development of real-world skills.
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs Anita Lane, a’h, mother of Mrs. Michele (Abe) Loewenthal.
The levayah will be held Tuesday, 1/28/2025, 12:30 at Congregation B'nai Tzedek, 10621 S. Glen Road, Potomac, MD. Kevurah will take place at Judean Memorial Gardens, 16225 Batchellors Forest Rd, Olney MD.
SHIVA SCHEDULE
Tuesday – Bruce and Leslie Lane (5104 Moorland Lane, Bethesda, MD
6:30PM
Minyan at 7:30PM (Maariv)
Wednesday – Bruce and Leslie Lane (5104 Moorland Lane, Bethesda, MD
1:00 – 4:00PM
6:30PM
Minyan at 7:30PM (Maariv)
Thursday – Michele and Abe Loewenthal (6205 Green Meadow Way, Baltimore, MD)
9am – 12 p...
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2025 - BJL is heartbroken to inform the community of the petira of Risa Levi, a’h, wife of Aaron Levi, and mother of Eliyahu Levi, Elan Levi , and Adir Levi.
The levaya will take place Tuesday morning, January 28 at 9:30 am at Sol Levinson. Kevura will follow at Chevras Ahavas Chesed Cemetery (9780 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133). Shiva will be observed at the Levi's home, 2706 Copperfield Court, through Monday morning. Minyanim:Shacharis: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday- 7:30 amShacharis: Sunday - 8:30 amMincha/Maariv: Tuesday - Thursday and Sunday - 5:05 pmMincha: Friday - 2:00 pmVisiting hours: After Shacharis - 12:00 pm, 2:00 - 6:00 pm, 7:00-9:00 pmThe family requests no visitors between 12:00-2:00, 6:00-7:00 and after 9:00 pm...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2025 – 5:59PM - A three-car collision has occurred on I-695 near the Reisterstown Road (Exit 20), heading toward Towson. Expect significant delays.
More than a dozen officials who worked on the criminal investigations into Donald Trump have been fired, according to sources familiar with the matter.
A letter from acting Attorney General James McHenry to the officials said they cannot be “trusted” to “faithfully” implement Trump’s agenda.
“You played a significant role in prosecuting President Trump. The proper functioning of government critically depends on the trust superior officials place in their subordinates,” McHenry wrote. “Given your significant role in prosecuting the President, I do not believe that the leadership of the Department can trust you to assist in implementing the President’s agenda faithfully.”
The firings come as the the Trump administration is taking...
Jerusalem, Israel - Jan. 26, 2025 - The Israeli Population Authority has announced that older, non-biometric identity cards (teudot zehut) are nearing their final expiration date. These cards, which were issued prior to the biometric era, lack an expiration date, but a policy change now mandates their renewal.
Old identity cards were originally set to expire on August 25, 2024. In a recent announcement from the Population Authority, the deadline was extended to January 31, 2025. If your identity card was issued before August 25, 2012, your card will expire at the end of January. You will need to apply for a biometric card as soon as possible.
For those whose cards were issued between August 26, 2012 and June 30, 2013, the cards will expire 12 years from th...
What Are The Facts? That shiny coating that can be found on anything from jellybeans to fruit to hard-wood flooring. What is it made of? Is it Kosher? Let's listen in to a fascinating (and slightly discomforting) discussion about Shellac otherwise known as confectioners glaze, with Rabbi Sholem Fishbane - Kashrus Administrator at the Chicago Rabbinical Council, and Executive Director of AKO.
Over thirty heads of state will be participating this coming week in the Fifth World Holocaust Forum, titled “Remembering the Holocaust, Fighting Antisemitism,” at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem. In honor of this event, permit me to share with you the remarkable story of Charles Lutz.
A friend visiting Jerusalem’s Neve Yaakov community was walking on Charles Lutz Street. The street sign mentioned that Lutz was among the Chasidei Umot Ha’olam – Righteous Among the Nations – which piqued his interest, so he googled the name. After reading the first paragraph about Mr. Lutz, my friend sent me the following WhatsApp: Gedaliah, you MUST write an article about this mystery man!
Charles - known as Carl - Lutz is credited with saving over 62,000 Jews during the Holoc...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2025 - Click on the graphic below to flip through the Winter 5785/2025 issue of Kashrus Kurrents
Eight of the 33 people on the list provided by the Hamas terrorist organization of the Israeli hostages who are being freed during the six-week ceasefire are dead, government spokesperson David Mencer told reporters today (Monday).
"The families have been informed of the situation of their relatives," he said.
Israel received the list of hostages last night, a week into the ceasefire. 25 of the hostages are alive, including the seven women who have been released so far, and only 18 living hostages remain of those who are set to be released in the coming weeks.
The next group of hostages will be released on Thursday, followed by another group on Saturday. Israeli civilian Arbel Yehud is expected to be among the hostages who are released this week after Hamas violated the agreement by rel...
Pikesville, MD - Jan. 27, 2025:
Dear Community Members,
During the last several weeks, the Pikesville Precinct has experienced an increase of theft of motor vehicles throughout the area.
Remember to lock and remove all valuables from your vehicle. This includes vehicle keys/ key FOBs, house keys, wallets and garage door openers. Keep your residences secured at all times. Lock your windows, doors, and use your residential alarm system if available.
Car thieves are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using advanced technology to bypass traditional security measures. Keyless car theft is a growing concern. By taking simple steps like using a Faraday bag to shield your car key from wireless signals, you can significantly reduce your risk of vehicle theft. To safeguard yo...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2025 - Federal agents arrested Pikesville High School's former athletic director Monday morning at Baltimore County Circuit Court.
Dazhon Darien was taken into custody before a court hearing, 11 News reporter Barry Simms reports.
This breaking report will be updated.
This comes after Eric Eiswert, the school's former principal, is suing Darien, the Baltimore County Board of Education and the school district almost a year after Eiswert's voice was allegedly used in an AI-generated audio clip containing a litany of hate speech.
According to court records obtained on Jan. 9 by 11 News, Eiswert accuses Darien of conspiring with other district employees to spread the recording.
| DOCUMENT: Read the legal comp...
Automaker Kia America is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles due to floor wiring beneath the front passenger seat that can become damaged and prevent airbags and seat belts from deploying properly.
Damaged wiring can also cause an unintended side curtain air bag deployment, according to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The recall covers 80,255 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles.
To remedy the situation, dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the floor wiring assembly, as necessary, for free. In addition, dealers will install wiring covers. Owners will be notified by letters mailed in March.
The recall follows one in November, when Hyundai and Kia recalled over 208,000 electric vehicles to fix a transistor i...
The White House said Sunday night that Colombia has agreed to “unrestricted acceptance” of immigrants who entered the US illegally from Colombia and that President Donald Trump will not levy a 25% tariff on the country “unless Colombia fails to honor this agreement.”
“The Government of Colombia has agreed to all of President Trump’s terms, including the unrestricted acceptance of all illegal aliens from Colombia returned from the United States, including on U.S. military aircraft, without limitation or delay,” press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in the statement. “Based on this agreement, the fully drafted IEEPA tariffs and sanctions will be held in reserve, and not signed, unless Colombia fails to honor this agreement.”
Leavitt sai...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Rav Mendel Belsky, z’l, father of Rabbi Binyomin (Miriam) Belsky.
Shiva is being observed at 88 Kingsfield Drive in Lakewood, NJ., 08701
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2025 - Seven Mile Market’s 36th-anniversary celebration was an event to remember! The Customer Appreciation Event, held today, brought together family, friends, and community members for an afternoon filled with delicious food, exciting activities, and amazing prizes.
The store was buzzing with energy as guests enjoyed food sampling from beloved brands like A&B, Golden Taste with Sara Lasry, iKonic, Kayco, Klein’s Ice Cream, Mehadrin Dairy, Norman’s, Reisman’s, Shefa Dips, and many more.
Adding to the fun, the Balloon Man and Eduardo the Clown entertained the crowd, bringing smiles to children and adults alike. Lucky guests had the chance to win fantastic raffle prizes, including elegant tableware packages, assorted dip package...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 24, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Jay H. Feinstein, z’l, father of Craig Feinstein.
Shiva will be observed at 2712 Willow Glen Drive, Baltimore MD 21209.
NO Minyanim:
Visiting:
From 9-11 AM and 7:30-9 PM.
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
