Concerns Mount over Impending Firefighter Shortage and 911 Dispatch Delays in Baltimore City
From the status of fire apparatus to the people who use it, the Baltimore Fire Department gave a status update to the Baltimore City Council’s public safety and government operations committee. The most concerning comment came towards the end of the meeting as Acting Assistant Chief of Safety Member Services Thomas Tosh said the city […]
Baltimore Community Public Safety Town Hall Addresses Crime Uptick Across the City-County Border (Photos)
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – In a powerful display of community solidarity, hundreds of Baltimore City and County residents gathered at a highly-anticipated Public Safety Town Hall on a crisp evening. Hosted by Councilman Yitzy Schleifer and Councilman Izzy Patoka, the event aimed to confront the recent surge in criminal activity straddling both […]
BDE: Sidney Kess, z’l
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Sidney Kess, z’l, father of Chana Rochel (David) Moss. Shiva is being observed until Sunday morning at 12 Meadow Lane, Monsey, NY 10952. Mrs. Moss can be reached on 443.431.9686 Bila Hamaves […]
Am Echad Statement on Protests During PM Netanyahu’s Visit to the US
Am Echad an affiliate of Agudath Israel, today issued the following statement on the protests during PM Netanyahu’s visit to the US: As an organization dedicated to advancing the connection between Israel and the Diaspora and deeply concerned for Israel’s safety, we would like to express our dismay at the reckless and inciteful rhetoric adopted […]
BDE: Mrs. Baylah (Barbara) Markowitz, a’h (Updated as of 10:16AM Sept. 21)
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Mrs. Baylah (Barbara) Markowitz, a’h, mother of Moshe (Malka) Markowitz and Yisroel Markowitz. The levayah will be held at Levinson’s on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023 at 11:30AM. The kevurah will take place […]
Agudath Israel Advocacy Continues to Ease Way for Arba Minim
As in past years, Agudath Israel of America’s Washington Office has worked closely with agencies of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to help avoid potential problems for travelers carrying arba minim. Both the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have notified their respective field personnel about the upcoming Sukkos holiday […]
Agudath Israel Advocacy Continues to Ease Way for Arba Minim
As in past years, Agudath Israel of America’s Washington Office has worked closely with agencies of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to help avoid potential problems for travelers carrying arba minim. Both the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have notified their respective field personnel about the upcoming Sukkos holiday […]
Shortage Of Fire Safety Equipment, Staff To Be Addressed To Council
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – The Public Safety and Government Operations Committee is set to discuss the current crisis of equipment and staff shortages in the city’s emergency services with acting fire chief James Wallace, according to WBAL. The meeting, scheduled for later this Wednesday, will address the over 250 vacant positions, and […]
Fed Keeps Rates Steady As Hikes Take Toll On Economy
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady Wednesday, holding off on another increase despite two consecutive months of accelerating inflation. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the panel of Fed officials responsible for setting interest rates, said Wednesday it will keep the bank’s baseline borrowing costs at a range of 5.25 percent to 5.5 percent. The Fed […]
Selichot At Beit Hanasi (2 Videos & Photo Essay)
Israeli President hosted Selihot in the synagogue of the President’s House When he became President Reuven Rivlin started opening up the Synagogue on the grounds of Beit Hanasi for Selihot erev Yom Kippur. Each year he hosted a famous Israeli singer lead in the late-night musical prayer event. Seven years ago, Yitzchak Meir was one of the […]
