Mamdani Faces Backlash for Using October 7 Anniversary Statement to Condemn Israel
New York, NY – October 7, 2026 – New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani drew criticism from Israeli officials and Jewish leaders Wednesday after releasing a statement commemorating the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas massacre that devoted substantial attention to accusations against Israel (see X post below). While Mamdani acknowledged the atrocities committed […]
The Sweet Sound of Torah Returns to Yeshivas Toras Simcha
Baltimore, MD – October 7, 2026 – There is nothing quite like the sweet sound of Torah learning filling the halls of a yeshiva. That beautiful sound returned to Yeshivas Toras Simcha on Tuesday as the talmidim came back from Yom Tov refreshed, enthusiastic, and excited to reunite with their Rebbeim, moros, and friends. Smiles […]
Back to TA: Approximately 250 Alumni Return for an Unforgettable Yarchei Kallah
Scroll for photo essayBaltimore, MD – October 6, 2026 – It was a morning that will not soon be forgotten at Yeshivas Chofetz Chaim – Talmudical Academy of Baltimore. Approximately 250 alumni returned to TA on Tuesday, October 6, for the Yeshiva’s inaugural Alumni Yarchei Kallah, filling the campus with an extraordinary combination of Torah, […]
Israel Prepares For Possible Increase In French Jewish Immigration
Israel is preparing for a possible increase in Jewish immigration from France as unrest continues across the country. Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer told the cabinet that Israel should prepare a plan to help absorb a potential wave of French Jewish immigrants, including those who may have fewer financial resources. The call comes as […]
Baltimore’s Water Is Getting A Little More “Susquehanna”
Baltimore is adding a new ingredient to its drinking water: the Susquehanna River. With drought conditions continuing to strain the city’s reservoirs, Baltimore has turned to the river as a backup water source. About 30 million gallons of Susquehanna River water a day will travel approximately 39 miles to the Montebello Filtration Plants. There, it […]
After a Decade in Israel, AZ House Opens Its First U.S. Recovery Home in Baltimore
Free long-term residential recovery community for Jewish men will openits doors October 12BALTIMORE, MD — After a decade of operating in Israel, AZ House willopen its first U.S. location in Baltimore on October 12, bringing itsfree, long-term residential recovery model to the American Jewishcommunity.The eight-bed Baltimore home will provide Jewish men struggling withaddiction a safe, […]
TRAFFIC ALERT: Trump Coming to Baltimore County Today to Announce $3.7 Billion Anduril Shipyard
Baltimore, MD – October 6, 2026 – President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point Tuesday afternoon to announce a major expansion of U.S. submarine production, including a planned $3.7 billion Anduril Industries shipyard expected to create 3,100 permanent jobs. The new facility, known as Arsenal-2, will cover more than 2 […]
Beyond The Headlines: A Weekly Glimpse Into The Israel You Won’t Read About In The News
The Lessons We Cannot Afford to Miss Our Sages teach us not to be indifferent. Not to let things simply pass us by. Not to treat everything as a random occurrence, a meaningless coincidence. Not to look at reality as nothing more than a collection of news stories that have nothing to say to us. […]
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BDE: Rabbi Shimon Shalom Herskowitz z”l
Baltimore, MD – October 6, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petirah of Rabbi Shimon Shalom Herskowitz z”l, brother of Rabbi Shragi Herskowitz (former TA Mesivta Rebbe and Mashgiach for over 40 years). Rabbi Shragi Herskowitz is sitting shiva in Lakewood at 1375 Princeton Avenue until Friday, October 9th, two hours […]