Watch Live: Levayah in Israel for Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ZTV'L, at Approximately 6:30AM (Baltimore / 1:30PM (Israel)
By: BJLife Israel Newsroom
Jerusalem, Israel - Oct. 17, 2025 - Tishrei 25, 5786 - The levaya for Rav Moshe Hauer zt"l in EY will be Friday 25 Tishrei, Oct. 17 at approx. 1:30pm from Beis HaHespeidim Kehillos Yerushalayim at Har Hamenuchos.
Levayah in Israel for Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ZTV'L, at 6:30AM (Baltimore / 1:30PM (Israel)
Jerusalem, Israel - Oct. 17, 2025 - Tishrei 25, 5786 - The levaya for Rav Moshe Hauer zt"l in EY will be Friday 25 Tishrei, Oct. 17 at approx. 1:30pm from Beis HaHespeidim Kehillos Yerushalayim at Har Hamenuchos.
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 2026 - Are you nervous about Kashering for Pesach; unsure you will get it done properly? Are you afraid the water will ruin your cabinets and create a mess in your kitchen? Are you moving into a new house and need the kitchen kashered; stress-free? Click here: https://t.ly/UknmP For the last seven years, The Kashering Konnection, has been servicing the Baltimore and DC communities. Coordinated through Star-K Kashrus Administrator Rabbi Sholom Tendler, experienced, professional Mashgichim are available to come to your home and ensure an easy, mess-free and 100% properly-done Kashering of your kitchen and appliances. From ovens to stoves, counters to sinks, The Kashering Konnection can help you prepare for Pesach in an easy and affordable w...
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 9, 2026 – 4:54PM - (BJL) An accident has just occurred at the Greenspring Ave entrance to I-695 with one vehicle blocking the turn lane on to 695.Avoid the area.
Baltimore, MD - Mar. 9, 2026 - More than 1,000 men, women, and children gathered on Sunday, March 8, on Torah Institute's campus for a historic groundbreaking celebration marking the start of construction on the Cheder’s new 70,000-square-foot building.
Dozens of Rabbonim and community leaders joined the event and offered words of bracha and encouragement. Divrei Bracha were delivered by HaRav Nosson Nussbaum, Yoshev Rosh of the Cheder’s Vaad HaChinuch, Menahel Rabbi Shimon Hirsch, CEO Rabbi Raphael Schochet, HaRav Yosef Berger, Rabbi Baruch Neuberger, and R’ Gil Horowitz, Chairman of the Building Committee.
The inspiring program featured spirited singing and dancing, highlighted by a beautiful choir of the Cheder's Talmidim led by first-grade Rebbe, Rabbi Yaa...
BaltimoreJewishLife.com (BJL) is proud to partner with STAR-K CERTIFICATION that realizes that there is no substitute for a person’s own Rav. In an effort to offer a possible solution, it has launched its Institute of Halachah as a public service. Over the years, the agency’s Kashrus Hotline has answered generic halachic questions from kosher consumers the world over, including inquiries regarding the kosher status of foods and certified Sabbath mode appliances. The formation of a separate official division within STAR-K testifies to the need for addressing these issues.
The Institute of Halachah is directed by HaRav Mordechai Frankel, under the guidance of HaRav Moshe Heinemann, STAR-K’s Rabbinic Administrator. It is an invaluable resource for a diverse array of rabbis to discuss general halachic matters, as well as gain access to source materials for shiurim and answers to congregants’ questions.
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Baltimore, MD – Mar. 9, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira Sybil Scheiner, a’h, mother of Julie (Bruce) Fried
The levaya will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10 at 12:00 at Robert Schoem Memorial Chapel, 150 Rt 4, Paramus NJ. Shiva details will be forthcoming. בלע המות לנצח
During the Second Temple, the Greek empire reigned (over Israel),1 and they (the Greeks) passed decrees against the Jews and (tried) to erase their religion, and did not allow them to carry out Torah (study) or the commandments. They put their hands on their property and their daughters. They entered the Temple, destroyed and made the pure unclean. The Jews were in great distress because of them and were much oppressed, until the G-d of their fathers had mercy on them, delivering them from their hands and saving them. Then overcame, the sons of the Hasmonean High Priest, (the Greeks) and killed them and saved the Jews from their hands. They appointed a king from the Priests, and the kingdom of Israel was restored for more than 200 years until the destruction of (the) second (Temple). When the Jews overcame their enemies and destroyed them, it was the 25th of Kislev2 when they entered the Sanctuary (inner room) and did not find pure (olive) oil in the Temple, except one jar sealed with seal of the High Priest, and it did not contain enough to light except for one day only. But they lit from it the lamps of the Menorah3 for eight days, until they could crush olives and produce a (new quantity) of pure oil. For these reasons, decreed the Sages of that generation that these eight days that begin on the 25th Kislev, will be days of joy and praise. One lights on them lamps at evening at the entrance to the houses, every evening of the eight nights to show off and demonstrate the miracle. These days are called ''Hanukah'' that is to say ''they rested'' (chanu) on the ''25'' ('th of the month) because on the 25th they rested from their enemies. and also because of those days they (re)-dedicated the house (Temple) which their foes had defiled. Also some say that it is a commandment to increase slightly the festive meals on Hanukah. Another reason is because the work of (building) the Sanctuary (in the desert) was completed in these days. One should tell one's children the story of the miracles that were done for our fore-fathers in those days, (see Josephus) However, these meals are not considered as part of the commandment unless one says at the meal songs of praise. One should increase charity in these Hanukah days, for this can help mend any defects in our souls. This charity, should be given particularly to poor Torah scholars. (KSA 139:1) 1) 352 BCE until 70 CE 2) 139 BCE 3) The Menorah was made of gold and had seven branches.
A Message of Faith From Rabbi Yitzchak Biton
Rabbi Yitzchak Biton and his wife Tamar lost three of their children in last week’s missile strike in Beit Shemesh: Yaakov, Sarah, and Avigail, of blessed memory.
Yesterday I was at the Grand Court Hotel in Jerusalem, where hundreds of people came to comfort the family. Most of them had never met the Bitons personally. Many words of encouragement were shared there. I would like to share one thought from the bereaved father, Rav Yitzhak Bitton:
“People speak to me about Akeidat Yitzchak. Chazal teach that this is what gives us strength. All of our patriarchs and matriarchs endured trials. And because they are the foundation of our nation, and we are continuing their path, each one of us has inherited their strength. We have rec...
Baltimore, MD - Mar. 9, 2026 - Fans attending games at Oriole Park at Camden Yards this season will once again have exciting dining option with a Star-K kosher-certified concession stand located inside the ballpark. The stand will offer a selection of freshly prepared kosher snacks and meals, all under the supervision of the Star-K certification, providing greater choice and accessibility for kosher-observant fans and those seeking certified options.The stand will be open during home games throughout the season and located near section 83 on the concourse beside Gates E and F.
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 9, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Ephraim Himelstein, z’l, father of Mr. Uri Himelstein.
The Levaya will be graveside today at 3:00 pm at New Montefiore Cemetery in New York.
Shiva is being observed at 383 McKinley Street, West Hempstead, NY.
Minyanim: (West Hempstead Synagogue Zichron Kedoshim, 271 Dogwood Ave, West Hempstead, NY 11552)
Shacharis - 7:00 am
Mincha /Maariv - 6:45 pm
Nichum Aveilim:
9:30 am - 1:00 pm
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
8:00 pm to 9:30 pm
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Baltimore, MD - Mar. 9, 2026 - - Sinai Hospital has been recognized with the 2026 Distinguished Achievement Award for Patient Safety Innovation, a top honor from the Mid‑Atlantic Patient Safety Center (MPSC), for its hospital‑wide initiative to strengthen safety, enhance care coordination and build a deeply engaged workforce.
As part of MPSC’s Minogue Awards, the award for distinguished achievement highlights “Safety by Design: Embedding Team, Quality and Access into Everyday Practice,” a hospital-wide effort that has driven measurable improvements in safe, high‑quality care. The program was created to address post-pandemic challenges, including workforce shifts and widening health disparities.
“Receiving the Award of Distinction is a meaningful recogn...
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 8, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira Mrs. Elaine Krumbein, a'h, mother of Michael (Judith) Krumbein, Tsippora (Jim) Rosenberg, Aliza (z"l) Krumbein, Tova (Malkiel) Nechamkin, Miriam (Ephrayim) Naiman, Eliezer (Pessiya) Ramm and Channah (Jeffrey) Garfinkel.
The levaya took place in Israel. The family is sitting shiva through Thursday morning (Israel) at Nachal Luz 18/2 Ramat Beit Shemesh.
Contact information to reach Mrs. Krumbein's children: Please, no calls later than 10:00 PM Israel time (Baltimore: 4:00PM).
Eliezer Ramm: WhatsApp: +972-54-237-6371
Channah Garfinkel: WhatsApp: 404-452-4775
Miriam Naiman: WhatsApp: +972-54-499-6789 and +972-2-999-6789
Shloshim Siyu...
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 8, 2026 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira Karen Wilansky, a’h, mother of Sarai Kashnow. Shiva will take place through Thursday from 12-8 PM (Friday 12-TBD) at 6661 Sanzo Rd, Apt A, Baltimore MD 21209 בלע המות לנצח
Baltimore, MD - Mar. 8, 2026 - This is a reminder that only the original Bartenura Moscato and Rosato cans are Kosher for Passover. The flavored Moscato and wine cocktail cans, as well as the Froscato Frozen Popsicles, are not Kosher for Passover.
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 8, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Avi and Malki Sharfman on the birth of a son.
Mazel Tov grandparents Dr. William & Paula Sharfman and Rabbi Moshe & Aliza Stallman
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD - Mar. 8, 2026 - Maryland drivers frustrated by rising costs at the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) are watching a push in Annapolis to roll back recent vehicle registration fee hikes.
At the MVA on Reisterstown Road, motorists said the cost of driving has become too high.
“It’s too expensive to drive,” one driver said.
Another driver said, “The cost is ridiculous. They want me to pay almost $400 (for my vehicle registration)."
Delores Howell, a Maryland motorist at the MVA, said the increases are hitting her hard.
“I think it’s awful. Who can afford it? It’s too much money,” Howell said.
She added, “I’m a senior citizen, and I’m on social security. I’m one person, live by myself. I can’t...
Baltimore, MD - Mar. 8, 2026 - Several people were hurt after an explosion inside a East Baltimore bottling plant, Baltimore City fire officials said.
Firefighters responded to the Coca-Cola Bottling Consolidated Company in the 700 block of North Kresson Street around 10:30 am Sunday.
Crews were informed that an explosion had occurred inside equipment that handles carbon dioxide.
Fire officials say 4 people were injured, although the nature of their injuries was not clear.
Among the people who were hurt was one person who suffered critical injuries, and a second person suffered serious but non life-threatening injures. Both people were transported to hospitals.
2 other people were treated and released at the scene.
The incident remains under investigation.
The operation, launched with the support of the Kibbutz Movement Rehabilitation Fund, involved dozens of volunteers from the pre-military preparatory programs of the Halutz Organization, who arrived in Beit Shemesh specifically to help clear rubble and damaged items from homes affected by recent attacks.
Beit Shemesh, Israel - Mar. 8, 2026 - Within less than 24 hours of the request, last week teams of volunteers from the Halutz pre-military programs in Mefalsim and Yad Mordechai set out to assist families in Beit Shemesh whose homes had been damaged. The initiative was carried out with the support of the Kibbutz Movement Rehabilitation Fund and in cooperation with the Halutz Organization.
On Wednesday of last week, the Kibbutz Movement volunteer center received a request to help clear ru...
Baltimore, MD - Mar. 6, 2026 - Last night the Baltimore community commemorated the yahrzeit of Sar HaTorah, HaGaon Rav Chaim Kanievsky, ZTL, at Shomrei Emunah. In a show of our special community, over 20 shuls joined in sponsoring this event.The crowd was privileged to hear divrei chizuk and bracha from Harav Daniel Glatstein, noted Rav and renowned author and speaker. He spoke about Rav Kanievsky’s unique hasmada, humility, and diligence, and infused the crowd with chizuk at a time of great uncertainty in the world. He also spoke about how the world certainly misses Rav Chaim's presence to help guide us during these times.
The oilam was also zoche to join in a siyum made by Reb Shlomo Shulman on Yerushalmi Maseches Beitza.
Baltimore, MD – Mar. 6, 2026 – Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour as Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday at 2:00 a.m.
The change means sunrise and sunset will occur later, bringing longer daylight hours in the evening. Sunday, Mar. 8, 2026:Neitz: 7:29AMChatzos 1:18PM Shkiah: 7:06PMTzais: 7:57PM
Safety Reminder: Fire officials recommend using the time change as an opportunity to check and replace batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors throughout your home.
