Baltimore, MD — June 5, 2024 - The Maryland Department of Health today announced the first reported heat-related death of 2024 in Maryland. The death occurred in Prince George’s County; the decedent was a male aged 59.
“We are very saddened to report our first heat-related death of the 2024 season,” said Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services Nilesh Kalyanaraman. “As we experience more hot days in Maryland this summer, this tragedy reminds us to take the necessary steps to avoid overheating. Also, be sure to check on family, friends, and neighbors who may be particularly vulnerable to heat, including young children, senior citizens and people with chronic diseases.”
The Department monitors temperature conditions and incidents of heat-...
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Baltimore, MD - June 3, 2024 - A conversation with the Winner Insulation team in advance of the first-ever Baltimore OJBA Expo
Insulation. It’s one of those hidden components of a building's construction that we don’t tend to give much thought to – certainly not as much as, say, final finishes such as flooring and light fixtures.
Yet insulation can impact a person’s comfort and quality of life in their home even more than new marble countertops. Even better? While the government isn’t handing you money to remodel your kitchen, they do have cash available – thousands of dollars’ worth – to encourage you to upgrade your insulation.
That, coupled with the savings on your utility bills, can make an insula...
An attack drone launched by Hezbollah exploded in a soccer field in Hurfeish, a Druze town in northern Israel.
At least ten people have been wounded in the attack. Rescue and medical forces are on their way to the scene.
Developing...
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Baltimore, MD - May 31, 2024 - The Baltimore Kehila, is fortunate to have many wonderful assets, including our Mosdos Chinuch. Our schools’ devoted faculties, engaged parent bodies, and dedicated lay leadership are unified in the schools’ sole mission of nurturing and educating our precious children.
From the times of Chazal, each Jewish community was charged with establishing appropriate schools for the community’s children. Of course, the cost of providing appropriate chinuch (which, in the United States means a dual program of Limudei Kodesh and Limudei Chol) is quite significant. Besides the salaries of our neighbors and friends who dedicate themselves to teaching our children and look to our schools for their livelihood, the costs to maintain...
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Baltimore, MD – June 2, 2024 - It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Rabbi Aharon Garfinkel, z’l, brother of Rabbi Moshe Garfinkel (Judy Scheuer).
The levayah will take place today in Lakewood,
Rabbi Moshe Garfinkel will sit Shiva in Lakewood through Tuesday.
BALTIMORE:Shiva in Baltimore starts Wednesday (through Friday) with Mincha/Maariv at 8:00PM at Mt. Washington Manor 6113 Berkeley Avenue, Apt. A2., Baltimore, MD, 21209.
Please park on street, not in assigned parking spaces.
Minyanim:
Shacharis Thursday & Friday 7:00AM
Mincha on Wed. & Thursday 8:00PM (Friday: TBD)
Bila Hamaves LaNetzach...
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Baltimore, MD - June 2, 2024 - Following in the footsteps of the inaugural Mid-Atlantic Business Halacha Conference in 2022 and modeled after the numerous H3 Business Halacha Summit events in Chicago and in a growing number of other cities, over 450 men and women gathered at Martin’s West in Baltimore for Agudah Maryland’s second all-day summit focused on strengthening halacha in the workplace. The H3 Mid-Atlantic Business Halacha Summit convened on May 22nd and offered a large-scale opportunity to working people in Maryland and beyond to gather to receive inspiration and practical halachic guidance from leading rabbinic authorities, as well as an opportunity to network with other frum professionals.
The packed schedule included keynote addresses, individual sessio...
Baltimore, MD - June 5, 2024 - Right now, in every room of TA's campus, talmidim are on their way to greatness. They are unlocking their potential. They are Bnei Torah in formation, being infused with the love, passion, and zest for Yiddishkeit and Torah that will enable their future success as husbands, fathers, and Ovdai Hashem.Click here to donate now It doesn’t happen on its own. Their minds and hearts are being molded by the most caring, passionate, and skilled mechanchim and educators in the world, who Give It All They’ve Got, each and every day. Now, we are asking you, our friends and supporters, to Give it All YOU’VE Got, to support TA. Please, donate to TA right now, and help every TA student reach Torah greatness, succes...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu filed a libel lawsuit today (Wednesday) against journalists Ben Caspit and Uri Misgav, as well as against political activist Attorney Gonen Ben-Itzhak.
In the statement of claim, Netanyahu officially denied the reports circulated online that he is suffering from pancreatic cancer.
"In the last few weeks, and especially in recent days, the defendants have begun to spread false and malicious information against the Prime Minister, which involves presenting false representations about his health status," Netanyahu wrote in the statement of claim.
He accused that the rumors were spread "while spreading the most malicious, wicked, and serious lies, which include factual determinations such as: The Prime Minister has pancreatic cancer, is unfit, and more. Thi...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this morning (Wednesday, 5 June 2024), visited the IDF Gibor base in Kiryat Shmona, where he was briefed by 769th Brigade Commander Avraham Marciano and Northern Command Home Front coordinator Brig.-Gen. (Res.) Alon Friedman on the operational situation, recent events in the sector, management of the defensive battle and actions being taken to defend the communities and residents in the north. Brigade and Northern Command actions against the Hezbollah terrorists and infrastructure in Lebanon were also presented.
The Prime Minister then visited a lookout point in the city where he met with firefighters and emergency response teams that have been active in the sector and was briefed on the recent wildfires, the extensive firefighting efforts and the close ...
The IDF Spokesperson's Unit has cleared for publication that a munitions explosion occurred at the Tze'elim base in southern Israel on Tuesday. As a result of the explosion, two IDF soldiers were seriously injured, two soldiers were moderately injured and five other soldiers were lightly injured.
The soldiers were evacuated for medical treatment at a hospital, their families were informed. The incident is being investigated.
Jerusalem, Israel - June 5, 2024 - In honor of Jerusalem Day (https://main.knesset.gov.il/en/about/pages/jerusalem.aspx), the Israel State Archives (https://catalog.archives.gov.il/en/) – a unit within the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) – is, for the first time, revealing to the general public, 10,189 population files of Jerusalem residents from 1948, which were collected by the "People's Guard' in Jerusalem during the War of Independence. The People's Guard was established in Jerusalem in September 1947 on a similar basis to its counterparts in Tel Aviv, Safed and Haifa. This unit, which was led by Ze'ev Epstein (Avnat), recruited volunteers who were beyond conscription age as well as those who were not conscripted for medical reasons....
Baltimore, MD – June 2024 - Every Shabbos table offers every Jewish family an incredible opportunity by which they can share their joy for Shabbos, for Yiddishkeit and for HaShem with their children. Unfortunately, our schedules are hectic and many people don’t have the time to prepare themselves to utilize the Shabbos table to its fullest. Therefore, we at ACHIM created TableTalk as a pre-packaged talking points pamphlet which is attractive, fun and has something for everyone. Limited copies are distributed to many shuls on a weekly basis but they are snatched up very quickly. Get yours ASAP or click on the graphic below and print your own.What’s in it and what’s all the excitement about?TableTalk features:• Weekly halachic dilemma creating l...
Baltimore, MD – June 5, 2024 – A Flood Watch is in effect for Baltimore and surrounding areas from noon to 10 PM today. Flash flooding is possible due to heavy rainfall, with expected amounts of 1 to 2 inches and isolated amounts up to 3 to 4 inches. Excessive runoff may cause flooding in rivers, creeks, streams, and low-lying areas, as well as urban areas with poor drainage. Multiple rounds of heavy showers and thunderstorms will move through the area. Residents should be cautious of flooded low-water crossings and stay informed about flood safety by visiting www.weather.gov/safety/flood.
The Israeli Ministry of Defense has officially signed an agreement with the United States for the acquisition of a third squadron of F-35 fighter aircraft.
The ministry indicates that a delegation to the United States recently signed a letter of agreement for this 3 billion dollar deal, which includes 25 stealth fighters built by Lockheed Martin. The planes will begin to be delivered from 2028, at a rate of three to five per year, the ministry said. These planes would bring the Israeli Air Force's F-35i fleet to 75 in the coming years. Only 36 of the original 50 F-35s ordered by Israel have been delivered to date. The deal amounts to some 3 billion dollars, funded by American military aid to Israel, according to the ministry. The signing of the agreement follows an almost resolved di...
The US House of Representatives on Tuesday passed legislation that would sanction the International Criminal Court (ICC) for requesting arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials, The Associated Press reported.
The 247-155 vote amounts to Congress’ first legislative rebuke of the court since its decision last month to seek arrest warrants for the leaders of Israel and Hamas. The move was widely denounced in Washington.
While the House bill was expected to pass, it failed to attract significant Democratic support, dulling its chances in the Senate.
Both the Republican and Democratic leaders of the House Foreign Affairs Committee acknowledged the bill in question is unlikely to become law and left the door open to further ne...
Baltimore, MD – June 4, 2024 - It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Rabbi Avraham Landesman, z’l, husband of Mrs. Susan Landesman.
The levaya will be held on Wednesday, June 5 at 11:30 AM at Cong. Ohr Torah, 48 Edgemount Rd, Edison, NJ, 08817.The kevurah will take place at Floral Park Cemetery 104 Deans Rhode Hall Rd, Monmouth Junction, NJ, 08852
Shiva information forthcoming
Bila Hamaves LaNetzach...
A wealthy American benefactor and graduate of Columbia University who served in World War II has given a $260 million donation to an Israeli university, as the fallout from months of protests and police operations on U.S. campuses continues.
The news comes as pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment in front of Los Angeles City Hall on Monday night, and after a similar protest encampment returned to the main campus at Columbia on Friday.
NBC News has reached out to Columbia for comment.
The anonymous man is donating the money to Bar-Ilan University, in Tel Aviv suburb Ramat Gan, the college's president, Arie Zaban, announced Monday.
It is not known whether the donor considered giving the money to Columbia, but a statement from the Israeli college poin...
Baltimore, MD - June 4, 2024 - Three juveniles have been charged in connection to the assault that occurred in Towson on May 29, 2024. The juveniles are 17 and 15 years old. One of the 17-year-old juveniles has been charged as an adult. The search for additional suspects continues.
Juveniles Charged in Assault:
17-year-old (m) Charged as an adult – held without bond
17-year-old (m) Charged - released to parents
15-year-old (f) Charged - released to parents
Baltimore, MD - June 4, 2024 - On Sunday, June 2nd, Suburban Orthodox Toras Chaim fused its 67th Anniversary Event with its first ever community-wide ping pong tournament at the Assembly Room in downtown Baltimore. The event, named “Serve ‘24'', reflective of a ping pong “serve'' as well as “serving Hashem with happiness”, encompassed a four-hour long ping pong tournament, elegant buffet dinner, siyum on Maseches Zeraim, inspirational words from Rabbi Shmuel Silber, and a meaningful anniversary celebration honoring the vibrant, multi-generational kehilla.The tournament, commissioned by Jeremy Lasson and Josh Rosenbloom (with the help of software developers Shalom Kovacs and Aaron Rubin) featured 34 players across 17 tables, ranging from age...
