27 Years Later, Rabbi David Finkelstein Reflects on Kidney Donation (Video – Hometown Heroes)
Baltimore, MD – Jan.19, 2022 – I am so grateful. 27 years ago today, I donated a kidney to my big sister Sara who was really ill and needed a kidney in the worst way. My entire family tested to see if any of us were a potential match and I matched all six tests […]
Bais Yaakov of Baltimore: 'Ben Shmonim L'Gevura'- 80 Years Strong (Video & Photos)
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 19, 2022: Dear Members of Our Bais Yaakov Family, Bais Yaakov of Baltimore’s rich and illustrious history dates back to our founding in 1942. With the passage of time, we can appreciate how the achievements of later generations are in so many ways built upon the wisdom and accomplishments of those who […]
BDE: R' Chaim Nosson Rabinowitz, z’l [Updated as of Jan 19 @ 8:20PM]
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 16, 2022 – It is with regret that BaltimoreJewishLife.com informs the community of the petira of R’ Chaim Nosson Rabinowitz, z’l, father of Mrs. Devoiry Saull Shiva will be observed through Friday @1PM at 5904 Berkeley Ave., Baltimore, MD, 21209 Hours for Shiva are: Thursday from 10:30 AM- 9:00 PM Friday from […]
Winter Weather Advisory Issued For Baltimore County
The potential for snow prompted the National Weather Service to issue a winter weather advisory for central and northern Maryland, including Baltimore County. Forecasters say the precipitation will begin as rain then transition to snow during the Thursday morning commute. Up to 2 inches of snow could fall, according to the advisory. Locally, some areas […]
Watch Live @4PM: President Biden Holds A News Conference
BDE: Hal Borck, Z'L, father of Lonnie Borck, Z'L (Levayah today at 2:00PM – ZOOM Details)
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 19, 2022 – It is with regret that BaltimoreJewishLife.com informs the community of the petira of Hal Borck, Z’L, father of Lonnie Borck, Z’L, and ybl’t, Allen Borck. Click here for levayah on ZOOM Meeting ID: 979 6060 6337 Password: 857858 Join by SIP97960606337@zoomcrc.com
Marylanders Get 3-Month Filing, Payment Extension For 2021 State Individual Income Taxes
Marylanders now have until July 15, 2022, to file and pay 2021 state individual income taxes, Comptroller Peter Franchot announced Wednesday. Franchot said the extended deadline is meant to assist taxpayers facing financial difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The extension waives penalties and interest on outstanding liabilities. “Many people are still struggling to stay […]
The Rabbi Yonah Sklare Podcast – Yisro: Is Torah Divine Legislation or Divine Love? (Audio)
Baltimore,MD – Jan 18, 2022 – Ahava and Yira– Love and Awe, these two midos are both elemental to Yiddishkeit. Yet, at times they can seem contradictory or חס ×•×©×œ×•× incompatible. The key to a balanced Ahava-Yira relationship will emerge from a syncretic study, connecting Matan Torah back to the formative stage of Yiddishkeit in the days […]
Action Alert: Urge Congress to Substantially Increase Nonprofit Security Grant Funding!
We were all shocked by the terrible news that greeted us after havdala this past week. Another brazen antisemitic threat to Jewish lives, this time at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, TX! And so soon after the murders in Pittsburgh, Poway, Monsey and Jersey City. Boruch Hashem, no one was killed or injured, but no doubt […]
Acting Taliban PM Calls On World For Official Recognition
Muttaqi says ‘Humanitarian aid is the short-term solution to economic problems’ The Taliban’s acting premier, Mullah Hasan Akhund, urged the world on Tuesday to grant official recognition to the militant group’s government in Afghanistan and ease funding to the state. “I ask all governments, especially Islamic countries, that they should start recognition,” Akhund announced during a […]
