Baltimore, MD – Feb. 6, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Ralph Jaffe, z’l, brother of Freda Jaffe.
The levaya will take place on Sunday, Feb. 8. 2026
Details to follow
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 30, 2026 – (BJL) regrets to inform the community of the petirah of Mrs. Marlene Resnick, a’h, mother of David (Esther) Resnick and Dara Levy.
Levaya: The levaya will be held at Levinson’s on Sunday morning at 9:45 AM.The kevurah will take place at United Hebrew Cemetery 3901 Washington Blvd, Halethorpe, MD 21227
Shiva will be observed at 7804 Seven Mile Lane Baltimore, MD 21208
(Parking available at Pikesville Middle School, both across the street. *Please do not park in the Chabad lot*)Shiva visiting times: 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–10:00 PM
Shacharis: 7:00AM Mincha/Maariv: 5:10PM (Erev Shabbos: 2:45PM)
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Baltimore, MD – Feb. 3, 2026 – BJL deeply regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Sarah Rivka Shapiro, a’h, wife of Rabbi Yehoshua Shapiro and mother of Zev Nochum Shapiro, Shoshana (Chaim Moshe) Miller, Yitzchok Dovid Shapiro, Yaakov Shapiro, Elisheva (Shlomo Eliezer) Bachrach, Bracha Chana (Yehoshua) Feld, Shira (Yaakov Yisrael) Hofman, Efraim Shapiro, Miriam (Moshe) Guttman, Esther Shapiro, Hudi (Levi Yitzchak) Greenwald, and Sruli Shapiro.
Mrs. Shapiro, a’h, is also the daughter of Rabbi & Mrs. Avrohom Moshe and Jennie Possick, and sister of Brachie Rothschild, Yudi Possick, Tzvi Possick, Chani Munk, Miriam Rosenberg, Aron Dovid Possick, and Nechama Greenwald.
The Levaya will be held today, Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, at Levinson’s at 2:30 P...
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Baltimore, MD - Jan. 30, 2026 - On February 12th, the women and girls of Baltimore are invited to a powerful evening of achdus and growth!
“Together, We Rise” is more than a Challah Bake - it’s about achdus. We are bringing together daughters, mothers, grandmothers, neighbors, and friends under one roof for a night of growth and connection.The Experience: The evening will be led by Mrs. Jackie Bitton, bringing her signature warmth and energy. We are also privileged to hear divrei chizuk from Rebbetzin Feldman, Rebbetzin Hopfer, Rebbetzin Gross, Rebbetzin Silber, and others. Rebbetzin Hopfer shared that a g...
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Baltimore, MD – Feb. 3, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Irene Stillings a"h, mother of Ken Major.
The levayah will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 in Valhalla, NY.
Shiva will begin in Monsey, NY and continue in Baltimore, from Sunday morning until Tuesday morning at 7111 Park Heights Ave, Unit 202.
Minyanim (Baltimore from Sunday)
Shachris (Su-Tu) - 7:00 am
Mincha/Maariv (Su & Mo) - 5:20 pm
Visiting Hours (Baltimore from Sunday)
Sunday - After Shachris until 10:30 am; 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday - After Shachris until 10:30 am; 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Baltimore, MD - I was in Eretz Yisrael learning in yeshiva when I learned through a tape my parents sent me that M. Leo Storch was extremely ill. I was absolutely devastated.
For me, Mr. Storch was a mentor I looked up to throughout my teenage years. He was the type of person I wanted to be when I grew older. M. Leo Storch was a charming, brilliant Baltimore attorney, an accomplished businessman, and a successful real estate developer who made a huge impact on the Baltimore Orthodox Jewish community. His life was truly a kiddush Hashem.
Even today, 54 years after his untimely death, he continues to be a role model of middos and character that business persons and balabatim would do well to emulate. And it is his vision and actions of the 1950s and 1960s that continue to influence the Ba...
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 6, 2026 – 8:34AM (BJL) Snow removal trucks are currently working on Park Heights Avenue between Seven Mile Lane and Fallstaff Road, causing traffic delays as lanes are largely blocked.Photo: Illustrative
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 6, 2026 – (BJL) Baltimore and surrounding areas are bracing for dangerous weather conditions this weekend, with a High Wind Warning and Extreme Cold Warning taking effect early Shabbos morning.
Forecasters say strong northwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph, are expected from 4 AM through 7 PM on Shabbos. The powerful winds could bring down trees and power lines, leading to possible power outages across the area. It is strongly suggested to stay away from windows and watch for falling debris.
In addition to the high winds, an Extreme Cold Warning will remain in effect from 4 AM Shabbos through 10 AM Sunday. Wind chills could drop as low as 15 degrees below zero, creating dangerous conditions for anyone spending extended time outdo...
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 5, 2026 – 6:30PM (BJL) Taney Road is currently closed between Cross Country Boulevard and Pearce Avenue for snow removal operations.
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 5, 2026 – 3:46 PM (BJL) – A multi-vehicle accident has been reported at the intersection of Walker Avenue and Old Court Road. Old Court Road remains open, and police have moved all vehicles onto Walker Avenue. However, drivers traveling on Walker Avenue cannot access Old Court Road at this time, as that direction is completely blocked. Please use alternate routes and proceed with caution.
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 5, 2026 – (BJL) Please note that effective immediately, the Edible Arrangements location at 3765 C Old Court Rd. is discontinuing their Kosher certification and all items are no longer certified Kosher.STAR-K Kosher Certification Inc
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 5, 2026 - The Maryland state flag – a symbol of pride, identity, and fierce loyalty for many residents – has become the subject of renewed political scrutiny in Annapolis after Gov. Wes Moore described it as a “contradiction” and his administration declined to say whether those remarks signal support for legislative change.
The comments, made during a podcast appearance last week, prompted questions from lawmakers in both parties and exposed uncertainty among state leaders about whether Maryland’s iconic flag – unchanged for more than a century – could once again become a political flashpoint.
State archives show the Maryland General Assembly formally adopted the flag on March 9, 1904, making the red, white, black, ...
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 5, 2026 - Explore the latest issue of Baltimore Jewish Home.Click on the graphic below:
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 5, 2026 – 8:36AM (BJL) An accident on Reisterstown Road near Caramel’s is causing a slight delay in the area. Please approach the area with caution.
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 4, 2026 – BJL deeply regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Esther Jacobovitz, a’h, sister of Mrs. Chana Bamberger.
Shiva will be observed at 3108 Parkington Avenue., Baltimore, MD 21215
Shiva visiting times:
Thursday: 2:00-4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00-1:00 PM
Sunday: In Passaic, New Jersey
Monday 11:00-1:00 PM and 3:00-5:00 PM
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 4, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Avrohom & Zeesy Silber on the birth of a son Mazel Tov to grandparents Rabbi & Rebetzin Shmuel & Aviva Silber.Mazel Tov to great grandparents Mr. Barry & Judy Silber and Dr. Gabriel & Florence Gurell
Updated Feb. 4, 2026 - Packages of Grapefruits at Costco show as American grown however the tag reveals they are actually fruits of Eretz YisraelBaltimore, MD - Jan. 15, 2026 - Please note that there are many produce items such as peppers, carrot, pomegranates and dates currently available in the market that originate from Israel, requiring separation of Terumos & Maasros. Click here for instructions on seperating Terumos and Maasros.Consumers are advised to carefully check product labeling for the country of origin. Produce sold at Seven Mile Market and Market Maven are monitored by STAR-K and do not require such separation.Additionally, it is important to be aware that many Israeli wines from 2022, as indicated on the bottle, are currently available in the market, and thes...
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 3, 2026 - After a week of refreezing conditions, Maryland's Department of Transportation is calling on residents and businesses to help clear ice and snow from walkways as part of a shared community responsibility.
The persistent ice has proven challenging for residents like Donna, a former snow-fighter for the city, who understands the difficulties people face navigating these conditions.
"It takes a lot of patience, it takes a lot of salt, takes a lot of man-hours and a lot of willpower," Donna said.
She emphasized the importance of community cooperation during these harsh conditions.
"I feel for everybody. Continue to do what we need to do to clean up these streets ourselves. Me as an individual, I'll do my part," Donna said.
The week-long refreeze on...
Baltimore, MD – Feb. 3, 2026 – (BJL) A gas-fed fire broke out on the roof of Yeshivas Toras Simcha, located on Sudbrook Lane.
Fire crews shut off the gas supply and quickly brought the fire under control. The extent of the damage is not yet known.
