Baltimore, MD - Jan. 28, 2026 - For the third year in a row, Rabbi Dovid Heber entertained the Yeshivas Toras Simcha students with stories from the frontline of kashrus supervision. Rabbi Heber shared with the students a story about Grape Nuts cereal. Rabbi Dovid Heber's brother was working in the marketing department at Post Cereals. Rabbi Yossi Heber convinced the company executive team to produce a children's pamphlet with fun exercises and a list of the appropriate brachos on the cereals that Post manufactures. Rabbi Yossi Heber asked his brother Rabbi Dovid Heber to review the pamphlet before it went to print. This necessitated research into the proper bracha for Grape Nuts, which although it is made from hardened bread, nevertheless requir...
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Baltimore, MD - Jan. 28, 2026: “Eshes Chayil – Mi Yimtza”
With broken and anguished hearts, we announce the passing, B’sayva Tova, of our beloved mother and grandmother, who established generations of upright and blessed descendants.
For more than sixty years, until an advanced age, she taught Jewish children and educated them in Torah and fear of Heaven at the Talmudical Academy of Baltimore, with devotion and great love—for her family and for her students.
She devoted herself to the Torah of her husband, our father of blessed memory, and to his students, particularly during the years he served as a Rebbe at Yeshivas Ner Yisrael in Baltimore, in the early period of Torah’s flourishing in America.
Her fine character traits were renowned and prai...
Amazon confirmed on Wednesday morning that it would cut about 16,000 jobs as part of "additional organizational changes."
Beth Galetti, a senior vice president at the ecommerce company, said in an update on the organization that U.S.-based employees would be offered 90 days to look for a new internal role. Staff who are unable to find one at the company or who choose not to look into it will be provided transition support, including severance pay, outplacement services, health insurance benefits (as applicable), and more.
“While we’re making these changes, we’ll also continue hiring and investing in strategic areas and functions that are critical to our future,” Galetti said.
It is the latest round in reductions following job cuts in October when Amazon...
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Ellen Rubin, a"h, mother of Adam Rubin
The Levaya will be held at Levinson’s on Tuesday, Jan 27 at 9:30 am. Kevura will take palce at at Beth Jacob Anshe Veshear cemetery (next to the Agudah cemetery) 6300 Hamilton Avenu,e Rosedale, MD 21237Shiva will be observed at 6826 Navajo Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21209 The family respectfully requests no visitors from 10:30am-1:00pm, 5:45-7:30 PM, and after 9:00 PMShacharis: 6:30AM (Sunday: 8:00AM)Mincha/Maariv: 5:10PM (Erev Shabbos: 2:30PM)
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Baltimore, MD - Jan. 28, 2026 - Baltimore, it's cold out there! #BCHD Health Commissioner has extended the Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert until Feb. 1! In the coming days, we will have negative temps overnight, so please protect yourself - stay warm.
If you or someone you know needs a warm, safe place, help is available. Individuals seeking shelter should call the Baltimore City Shelter Hotline at 443-984-9540. If you need other assistance, call 311.
Extreme cold weather poses a serious risk to health and safety. Stay safe Baltimore and remember to check on others!
New York, NY - Jan. 28, 2026 - Yesterday, the Trump administration announced that 23 states have officially opted in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC), marking a major milestone for school choice nationwide. In addition, other states such as Colorado have publicly announced their intention to opt in, bringing the program within reach of nearly half the country.
The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit was passed by Congress and signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025, as part of the Working Families Tax Cuts Act. Starting in 2027, the FSTC allows individual taxpayers to contribute to a nonprofit scholarship granting organization (SGO) and receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit worth up to $1700. The SGO then pools the funds and distributes scholarships to eligible students fo...
Chaverim of Baltimore Responds During SnowstormBaltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026 - During the recent snowstorm that created hazardous road conditions across Baltimore, Chaverim of Baltimore activated emergency mode to assist community members in need. Between Motzei Shabbos and 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, Chaverim received over 140 calls, reflecting the wide range of challenges people faced as the storm unfolded.
Each call was handled by trained dispatchers, who carefully vetted requests and coordinated responses with professionalism and sensitivity. Calls were addressed on a case-by-case basis, with safety and medical necessity guiding every decision.
Chaverim volunteers assisted by transporting medical professionals to hospitals, delivering medically necessary medications, and driving individu...
Baltimore City’s Emergency Declaration Remains In Effect as the Emergency Operations Center moves to Partial Activation,
Frigid Temperatures to Continue
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026 - This evening, Mayor Brandon M. Scott issued the following update regarding snow accumulation, icy conditions, and freezing temperatures.
The State of Emergency declaration issued by Mayor Scott on Friday, January 23rd remains in effect.
The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has moved to a partial activation posture with the operational agencies remaining to coordinate the continued response effort.
Operational Agencies Include: Office of Emergency Management (OEM), Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Public Works (DPW), Department of Government Services (DGS), Baltimore ...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026:
Dear Residents,
As we continue to provide service in the wake of the recent snowstorm and forecasted freezing temperatures, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) is making temporary adjustments to trash and recycling collection to keep essential services moving safely across the city.
Trash Service
Tuesday, January 27: Trash pickup is suspended and will be made up on Shabbos, January 31 (similar to a holiday schedule).
Wednesday–Shabbos (January 28–31): Trash collection resumes and will not occur in alleys.
What Residents Need to Do
Place trash cans at the end of the alley or in front of your home so crews can safely access them.
Please be mindful not to block alleyways.
Recycling ...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026- Tuesday of Parshas Beshalach, is a special day. Seforim tell us that it is extremely prudent to utilize this day to pray for parnassah, livelihood, for the next 12 months.
It is a widespread and accepted custom to recite “Parshas Hamonn,” the portion in the Torah that describes the way Hashem provided monn (i.e., parnassah from heaven) for the Yidden in the Midbar. This can be found in Sefer Shemos, Perek 16: 4-36. It is customary to read the pesukim twice and the Targum once, and also to recite a short tefillah for sustenance beforehand. (Click here for the parsha, including the Targum Onkelos.)
Reciting this parsha reminds us that just as Hashem sustained the Jews then, so too, He – and He alone – provides for each and every ...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026 - Thousands of gallons of fuel spilled in a tanker rollover crash in Baltimore County.
According to county fire officials, crews were called around 10:34 a.m. Tuesday to the Beltway at Washington Boulevard in the Halethorpe area. Both directions of the Beltway will remain closed for an extended period of time, officials said.
Fire officials said some 7,000 gallons of gasoline/diesel fuel have spilled and that foam operations were underway.
Hazardous materials and Maryland Department of the Environment crews also responded to the scene.
Baltimore, MD - Jan.27, 2026 - As the Baltimore region digs out from a major winter storm that passed through Maryland last weekend, forecasters are warning that another significant storm could impact the eastern United States in the coming days.
"Chances have increased for impactful snow and/or wind along the immediate East Coast, but uncertainty remains rather high with respect to details," the National Weather Service Prediction Center wrote on Tuesday morning. "Be sure to keep checking for updates."
Cold temperatures are expected to persist in the region through the next week. At the same time, a strong surface low-pressure system is expected to rapidly develop off the southeast coast on Saturday and move into the mid-Atlantic states on Sunday.
As the system interacts with the...
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026 - On Sunday, January 11, the JES Educator Expo 2026 brought together educators, families, and community partners for an afternoon that was warm, joyful, and deeply affirming. Close to 35 educators and vendors shared their work with approximately 75 attendees, creating a space that felt less like a conference and more like a celebration of teaching, creativity, and connection.
From the moment presenters arrived, there was a palpable sense of excitement. Tables filled quickly with materials, tools, and ideas that had been living—often quietly—inside classrooms across our community. Educators were eager to share approaches that had been successful with their own students and just as eager to learn from others who share a passion for excellent t...
Baltimore, MD – January 20, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mr. Yudi Goldberg, z’l, father of Mrs. Leah (Avrohom) Margolis.
The kevurah will take place at Eretz HaChaim Cemetery in Beit Shemesh tomorrow (Wednesday) evening.
Shiva is being observed at 2534 Farringdon Road, Baltimore, MD 21209, through Wednesday morning.בלע המות לנצח
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 27, 2026 – (BJL) A heartfelt thank you to the road crews who worked in tough conditions from 6:00 PM through 3:30 AM to resolve the issue on Smith Avenue between Wickfield and Maurleen, helping keep our community moving safely.A major shoutout to Daniel Levy for supplying the workers with refreshments and for providing BJL with play-by-play video updates.
Baltimore, MD - Jan. 27, 2026 - City of Baltimore Tuesday Morning Update on Winter Storm Management
Frigid Temperatures Remain
BALTIMORE, MD (Tuesday, January 27, 2026) — This morning, Mayor Brandon M. Scott issued the following update regarding the ongoing winter storm that has caused snow accumulation, icy conditions, and freezing temperatures.
The Baltimore City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains activated. The State of Emergency declaration issued by Mayor Scott on Friday, January 23rd remains in effect.
Forecast Update
The Baltimore region is under a cold weather advisory until 11:00 AM per the National Weather Service (NWS). Last night saw sub-zero degree temperatures with wind chill.
Baltimore Snow Corps
Mayor Brandon M. Scott and the City of Baltimore have...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 27, 2026 – 6:43PM - (BJL) Due to apparent roadway instability, crews are on site addressing the situation on Smith Avenue. As a result, Smith Avenue is closed from Wickfield Road to Maurleen.
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Ruth Givner, a'h, mother of Melanie (Milton) Gertner.
The levayah will be held on Thursday, January 29 at 12:00pm at Levinson's. The kevura will take place at Oheb Shalom Memorial Park, 430 Berrymans Lane, Reisterstown, Maryland 21136.
Shiva will be observed at 3211 Midfield Road, BAltimore, MD 21208. Visiting Hours & Maariv:
Thursday - 6:30pm to 9:00pm with Maariv at 7:00pm.
Friday -12:30pm to 3:00pm
Motzei Shabbos - 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday -1:00pm to 5:00pm and 6:30pm to 9:00pm with Maariv at 7:00p
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