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Shabbos Vayechi highlights an important and often overlooked message. As we read about Yaakov Avinu preparing for the end of his life and giving clear instructions regarding his kevurah, we are reminded that planning ahead is not only responsible but deeply rooted in Torah values.Yet for many, end-of-life planning is postponed indefinitely. Even in the frum community, many are unaware of the practical and halachic details that can significantly affect kavod hameis and a family’s peace of mind. When these matters are addressed thoughtfully in advance, families avoid unnecessary stress and uncertainty during already difficult moments.To help the community gain the clarity they need, NASCK is offering two free live workshops over Shabbos Vayechi weekend, presented by Rabbi Elchonon Zohn...
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Baltimore, MD - Dec. 30, 2025 - The Eruv of Baltimore has launched a centralized online hub at eruvofbaltimore.org. Community members can now check the Eruv status, support the organization through donations, and manage their listings in one place. To ensure you stay informed, the site also offers sign-ups for weekly Erev Shabbos alerts via email, text, or phone.
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 31, 2025 - On Sunday, the 1st grade classes of Rabbi Eisenberg and Rabbi Mitnick at Torah Institute (TI) celebrated a beautiful siyum on Parshas Bereishis. Parents looked on with pride as they watched the joy on their children’s faces during what is, iy”H, the first of many meaningful siyumim to come. Each boy recited his pasuk with confidence and care, bringing much nachas to their families. The menahel, Rabbi Shimon Hirsch, shared divrei bracha and words of encouragement, and the celebration concluded with delicious refreshments enjoyed by all.
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 24, 2025 - Laniado Hospital recently concluded a powerful three-event visit to the Baltimore–Washington area with renowned Israeli speaker and global Israel advocate Hillel Fuld, delivering a message that was both inspiring and urgent: even in times of war, protecting human life must remain paramount.
The visit began Sunday evening, December 7, with a major community gathering at Beth Tfiloh Congregation in Baltimore, drawing approximately 500 attendees. The evening was emceed by New York–based businessman and musical artist Shalom Jacobs, who infused the program with warmth and soul. Jacobs performed his iconic Mi Shebeirach, and for the emotional finale was joined by Beth Tfiloh’s Cantor Yoni Rose, accompanied by Yehuda Mond on keyboard and Yitzy K...
Jerusalem, Israel - Dec. 31, 2025 - In this column, I often explore the stories behind Israeli street names which honor historical figures who shaped our Jewish past and present. But this time, I’d like to nominate someone whose name should appear on an Israeli street, but doesn’t yet: Giorgio Perlasca, the Italian businessman who risked his life to save thousands of Jews in Budapest, Hungary, during the Holocaust.
Perlasca’s story borders on unbelievable. Born in Italy in 1910, he once supported Mussolini’s Fascist regime but broke with it after Italy enacted racial laws and aligned with Nazi Germany. In 1944, while on a business trip to Hungary, Perlasca witnessed the systematic deportation of Jews and felt compelled to act. When the Spanish ambassador was forced...
Maryland ends the year with almost 15,000 fewer federal jobs than it had at the start of the year, according to the latest estimates from the Maryland Department of Labor.
The department reported this month that the state lost another 700 federal jobs in September, the most recent month for which estimates were available. That continued an eight-month string of falling federal employment numbers and maintained Maryland’s spot as the state with the most federal jobs lost this year.
Maryland has lost about 9% of its federal workforce since January, falling from an estimated 163,100 federal jobs in the state then to about 148,500 as of September, the department said.
The loss of 14,600 federal jobs in Maryland is part of the larger effort by the Trump administration to slas...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 30, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Rabbi Yona Yaakov & Batsheva Lapidus on the birth of a son.
Mazel Tov to gandparents Rabbi & Mrs. Chaim Dovid Lapidus and Rabbi and Mrs. Avrohom Yitzchak Nulman.Mazel Tov to Great-Grandmother Mrs. Fruma Esther Gradman.
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Maryland businesses and homeowners could see their property taxes rise yet again in the new year.
In 2025 nearly 93 percent of more than 789,000 properties rose in value by an average of 12.7 percent, potentially leading to another round of tax hikes.
State property values are reassessed every three years, according to a schedule that divides commercial and residential properties into three groups.
This upcoming year, it's group two's turn. They were last assessed in 2023.
Broken down, home and business owners in Washington and Talbot Counties experienced the highest value increase at 19.5 and 18.4 percent respectively.
That's still down significantly from last year's statewide increase of 20.1 percent imposed on group one.
“Property values are st...
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 31, 2025 - The Maryland Public Service Commission issued an order Tuesday, detailing steps Baltimore Gas and Electric needs to take to remedy call center issues.
"BGE acknowledges there are systemic failings with its call center. These issues, which are anticipated to worsen over the coming weeks with increased call volumes, drive the need for immediate and corrective action," the order said.
Officials said over the last few months, there have been more than 650 complaints against BGE's call center with customers being stuck on hold for hours, being disconnected entirely, never receiving callbacks, dealing with unsuccessful attempts to reach customer service representatives and the inoperability of BGE's customer self-service website and mobile app.
During...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 31, 2025 –10:08 AM (BJL) - The traffic light at the intersection of Reisterstown and Patterson is blinking red for Patterson and yellow for Reisterstown
Baltimore, MD - Dec. 31, 2025 - A new report revealed that Maryland is the most expensive state for utilities, while Baltimore is the country's 5th-most expensive city.
Households in Maryland pay a median of $546 monthly and over $6,500 annually, while Baltimore residents fork over $503 monthly and over $6,000 yearly, according to the report by doxo, an online bill-paying platform.
elegate Brian Chisholm, a Republican representing Anne Arundel County, expressed concern over the state's energy policies. "It's not surprising at all. Obviously, we've had this assault on any energy generation in the state of Maryland for 10 years now," he said. "Baltimore City people are trying to decide now whether they're going to pay their utility bill, their rent bill,...
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 30, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Yitzchok Ottensoser on the birth of a son.
Mazel Tov to the grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Yaakov Ottensoser
Mazel Tov to the great-grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Jonah Ottensoser
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Baltimore, MD — Dec. 30, 2025 – 6:23PM - (BJL) — The traffic lights at the intersection of Park Heights & Seven Mile Lane are flashing.
Baltimore, MD — Dec. 30, 2025 - 3:54 PM (BJL) — The area between Naylors Lane and the Beltway, hours after an earlier accident in the area, has finally been cleared.
'David the Servant King' brings a little-known Biblical story to the stage
Jerusalem, Israel - Dec. 30, 2025 - 'David the Servant King' explores through music, drama, and a deeply Jewish lens, the rarely told early years of King David, long before his rise to the throne. Conceived by Baltimore olah, Shlomit Koffler Weinreb, the original English-language musical for women, by women, includes many Baltimore olot, and several women with family connections to the city, reflecting the close and ongoing relationship between Baltimore and Israel’s English-speaking cultural scene. To give women in Baltimore and around the world the opportunity to experience the show live from Jerusalem, a livestream broadcast will be available for the Sunday, February 1st performance.&nb...
Baltimore, MD — Dec. 30, 2025 - 3:25 PM (BJL) — Reisterstown Road remains closed in both directions between Naylors Lane and the Beltway, hours after an earlier accident in the area. BJL first reported on the crash at approximately 12:36 PM. Authorities have not yet provided an estimated time for reopening.
