Baltimore, MD – Nov. 9, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petirah of Mordecai Aaron Schuchman, z’l, husband of Diana Regina Schuchman (nee Verstandig); and father of Howard (Wendi) Schuchman, and Tamara (Jeremy) Wilkins.
Mordecai was the brother of Jake (Debbie, a'h) Schuchman, z’l.
The levaya will be held at Levinson’s today, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 at 2:00PM.
The kevura will take place at United Hebrew Cemetery, 3979 Wshington Blvd, Arbutus, MD 21227.
The family will be in mourning at 11155 Red Run Blvd, first floor-conference space, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117, after kevurah on Sunday with a service at 7pm that night, and Monday from 4 pm to 8 pm. The family will also be accepting guests Monday during the day at 1711 Fairm...
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Baltimore, MD – Nov. 9, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Yanky Isenberg and Shulamis Buehler on their engagement!
Mazel Tov Yosef & Lisa Isenberg and Binyamin & Orah Buehler
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
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For over three decades, One Israel Fund has served as the premier organization in North America supporting Israel’s Biblical Heartland, funding hundreds of essential projects each year, from medical and recreation to education, community impact and preventative security. Every initiative represents a lifeline, strengthening communities and protecting families who live with courage and conviction on the frontlines of Jewish history.
The evening promises an extraordinary program that combines meaning, inspiration, and uplifting entertainment. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a steadfast voice for Israel in the U.S. Congress, will headline the event with a powerful address. The program will also feature Nathaniel “@NateBuzz” Buzolic, bel...
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Baltimore, MD - Oct. 25, 2025 - Thanks to the leadership and financial backing of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, the Weinberg Park Heights JCC proudly celebrates the opening of its reimagined Sports & Wellness Center. With fresh spaces, modern amenities, and a renewed focus on connection, wellness, and inclusion, the JCC stands ready to serve Baltimore’s Jewish community with warmth, sensitivity, and pride.
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“The Associated’s support and vision have been integral to every step of this journey,” said Paul...
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Baltimore, MD - Oct. 29, 2025: Dear Friends,
Rabbi Avinoam Yaakov Schleifer tragically passed away this week. He left behind a grieving wife and children who must now face the daunting challenge of continuing their lives without him. In the wake of this tragedy, we, as a community, must come together and provide crucial support during their time of need. This campaign is crucial to supporting the Schleifer family as they grapple with this challenge. All funds raised via this platform will be carefully and responsibly overseen, both now and in perpetuity, by a small committee of professionals with strong backgrounds in legal and financial planning/budgeting, alongside oversight by community Rabbanim and Ahavas YisraelPlease give generously during these tragic moments to ensu...
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 9, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Ezra and Yummy Strum on the birth of a daughter.
Mazel tov to the grandparents Rabbi Naftali & Michelle Strum and Rabbi Isaac & Devora Entin
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בתם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Hamas has handed over remains believed to be Hadar Goldin, an Israeli soldier who was killed in 2014 and his body held as a bargaining chip for over 4,000 days, Israel said Sunday.
Goldin was serving as a lieutenant in the Israel Defense Forces’ (IDF) Givati Brigade when he was killed on Aug. 1, 2014, two hours after a 72-hour ceasefire took effect that ended that year’s war between Israel and Hamas.
"We are due to receive the body of Lt. Hadar Goldin this afternoon," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced at a government meeting earlier Sunday. "We have a legacy from the founding of the state – from the War of Independence to the War of Redemption – to return our soldiers who fell in battle, and we are doing that."Hamas announced ...
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 8, 2025 – After experiencing the high of Simchas Torah, our simcha quickly turned to sorrow with the shocking news of the untimely petirah of Rabbi Hauer, ZTV”L. At nearly the same time, we received the tragic news of the passing of a dear friend to many, and nephew of Rabbi Hauer — former Baltimorean Ouriel Dzikowsky, Ouriel ben Chaim Mordechai, Z”L, after a long and difficult illness.I first met Ouriel at a meeting for my daughter’s school, Bnos Yisroel. I immediately gravitated toward this talented, sweet, and dedicated young man. He was sharp, and I could sense that he was driven by a genuine desire to help the school. Our daughters were in the same grade and were friends, so it was especially nice to make this connection.
When ...
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 8, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petirah of Mrs. Chaya (Rabbi Pinchas, z’l) Fleischman, a’h, mother of Benyamin Fleischman, Etel (ET) Dales, Yitzchak Fleischman, and Dov Fleischman.
The levayah will be held at Levinson’s on Sunday morning at 9:30AM.
Kevurah will take place at United Hebrew Cemetery.
Shiva will be observed at Towers Condominium, 3021 Fallstaff Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21209.
Shacharis: 7:30 AM
Mincha/Maariv: 4:30 PM (Erev Shabbos: 1:00PM)
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Baltimore, MD – Nov. 7, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petirah Betty Anflick, a''h, mother of Yedidya (Michelle) Anflick.
The levaya will take place at Sol Levinson on Sunday, November 9, at 11:30 am. Kevurah will follow at the Rosedale Cemetery.
Shiva will be observed at 2604 Taney Road, Baltimore, MD 21209 through Mincha on Friday, Nov.14. Minyanim: Shacharis: Monday and Thursday - 6:50am Shacharis: Tuesday and Wednesday - 7:00 am Mincha/Maariv: Sunday-Thursday - 4:40 pm Mincha: Friday - 3:00 The family requests no visitors from 12:30-2:00pm, 6:00-7:30pm and after 10:00 pm.
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Amid preparations for Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s upcoming visit to the White House in ten days, a senior member of the Saudi royal family has stated that while normalization with Israel is not currently on the agenda, a significant American effort is expected to “lay the groundwork” for renewing the process.
Speaking to Kan News, the source said the US administration aims to use the visit to restart a political dialogue between Riyadh and Jerusalem, similar to the talks held prior to the October 7 massacre.
“The goal is to thaw the ice between the countries,” he said, adding that this is a US initiative aimed at narrowing the gaps created by the war in Gaza and bringing the sides closer together.
However, the Saudi official clarif...
The Supreme Court on Friday granted the Trump administration’s emergency appeal to temporarily block a court order to fully fund SNAP food aid payments amid the government shutdown, even though residents in some states already have received the funds.
A judge had given the Republican administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. But the administration asked an appeals court to suspend any court orders requiring it to spend more money than is available in a contingency fund, and instead allow it to continue with planned partial SNAP payments for the month.
After a Boston appeals court declined to immediately intervene, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson issued an order late Friday pausing the requirement to dist...
Homes Evacuated Amid Massive Fire Baltimore, MD – Nov. 7, 2025 – Firefighters are battling a massive four-alarm blaze at a commercial building on 23rd Street, east of the Jones Falls Expressway. Heavy flames and thick smoke have forced the evacuation of nearby homes as crews conduct defensive operations.
According to SKY 11, half of the roof of the commercial structure has already been destroyed. City fire, emergency, and police officials remain on the scene, and no injuries have been reported.
The Maryland Transit Administration has implemented a temporary southbound detour for the LocalLink 94–Fort McHenry bus route until 5 p.m. as firefighters continue efforts to bring the fire under control.
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 7, 2025 - 2:13PM (BJL) Traffic is at a standstill on I-95 north of the Delaware toll booths. If you’re traveling northbound in Maryland on I-95, take Exit 100 (Northeast, MD) or an earlier exit, and consider returning to Baltimore — it’s likely too late to bypass the traffic on local roads and still reach Lakewood or Brooklyn before Shabbos.
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 7, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Dave and Adina Ishakis on the birth of a son.
Mazel To grandparents Ishula & Devorah Ishakis and Eliezer & Temimah Wainhouse.Mazel Tov to great-grandparents Moshe & Chana Sauer and Libby & Menachem Pheterson.
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Nov. 7, 2025 - 1:35PM (BJL) An accident on Park Heights Ave between Greenspring Valley and Bais Yaakov, is limiting Park Heights to only one lane. There is also a tree down Park Heights between Caves Road and Bais Yaakov.Consider all of Park Heights between Green Spring Valley and Caves Road one lane.
Baltimore, MD - Nov. 7, 2025 - Today, members of Jewish War Veterans Post 167 are at Market Maven in Pikesville, greeting shoppers and sharing information about Jewish veterans and their proud history of service to our nation. With Veterans Day approaching, their presence helps the community become aware of the contributions of Jewish Americans in uniform.
This evening, the Jewish Uniformed Services Association will host a Veterans Shabbat dinner, and we’re honored to have Chaplain Jacob Goldstein - a Chabad-Lubavitch Rabbi who served as a U.S. Army and National Guard chaplain - Col. Goldstein is known for decades of service including deployment to September 11 attacks Ground Zero and other major operations.
On Tuesday at 12 p.m., Maryland Free State Post 167 of the Jew...
