New York: Dozens Protest Antisemitism After Jews Attacked
Roughly 100 people gathered in New York City on Sunday to protest against antisemitism after two Jewish men were attacked last week. Ilan Kaganovich and Blake Zavadsky, who was wearing an Israel Defense Forces sweatshirt, were assaulted in the city of Brooklyn on December 26. New York Governor Kathy Hochul took to Twitter to condemn the […]
BDE: Mrs. Ruth Hoffman, a’h [Updated as of Jan3, 11:30AM]
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 1, 2022 – It is with regret that BaltimoreJewishLife.com informs the community of the petira of Mrs. Ruth Hoffman, a’h, mother of Rabbi Avrohom (Alan) Hoffman and Dr. Shane Hoffman. The levayah will take place at 2:15PM on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 at Levinson’s. The kevurah will be at the Beth […]
Sivan Rahav-Meir / The Daily Portion, Bo / On Self-protection And Redemption
I am still trying to digest the number of participants and its significance. More that 12,000 girls and mothers registered during the last three days for a special zoom meeting on self-protection as part of the Nifgashot workshop series.Ayala Barnea from the Latet Peh (speak up) organization that offers programs on self-protection for children and […]
Over 120 Flights Cancelled At BWI Airport Monday, Storm Updates
More than 120 flights are canceled and 130 delayed at Baltimore-Washington International Airport Monday, according to FlightAware. The airport said Monday morning that passengers should check with their airlines on flight status before heading to BWI because of the snowstorm moving across Maryland. “Our team will work throughout the storm to keep airfield surfaces clear to enable airline operations,” BWI […]
FDA Approves Pfizer Coronavirus Vaccine Boosters For Children As Young As 12
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Monday that children as young as 12 can now get booster shots of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine. The decision comes as the omicron variant is rapidly spreading around the U.S. and complicating plans for students to return to classrooms following winter breaks. Boosters already are recommended for everyone 16 […]
Fourth COVID-19 Shot Approved in Israel (Photos)
Jerusalem, Israel – Jan. 3, 2020 – Prime Minister Naftali Bennett held a press conference on Sunday evening, January 2, 2022, in the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem, Israel to announce the latest government plans in response to the rise in corona cases due to the spread of the Omicron variant. “Good evening” he began […]
BJL Snowboard – School Status/Delays/Closings for Monday, Jan.3, 2022 as of 9:24AM
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 3, 2022: 9:24AMBJL Weather Information Notification System Community Schedule Changes for Schools, Organizations & Businesses Jan 3, 2022 / 1 Shevat, 5782 @6:28 am Bais Yaakov Elementary Closed @6:29 am Bais Yaakov Middle/High School Closed @8:13 pm Baltimore County Public Schools All schools, the Virtual Learning Program, and offices will be […]
BDE: Dr. Thomas Blass, z’l [Updated as of Jan.5, 4:23 PM]
Baltimore, MD – Dec. 31, 2021 – It is with regret that BaltimoreJewishLife.com informs the community of the petira of Dr. Thomas Blass, z’l, husband of Mrs. Anne Blass and father of Aviva (Shlomo) Shulman, Alex (Emma) Blass, and Etan Blass. The levayah will take place on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022 at Levinson’s at 12PM. […]
Israel Travel Changes: Tourists from Orange Countries Permitted
The government of Israel has issued numerous decisions affecting travel to and from Israel. In a striking turnaround, the government has restored the right of vaccinated/recovered tourists to enter Israel, if arriving from Orange countries. This will take effect at midnight on January 10 (the night between Sunday and Monday). Non-vaccinated/non-recovered tourists from Orange countries will continue to […]
