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The Associated Starts Emergency Fund to Help Israel

In the wake of the attack on Israel, The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore has started an emergency fund to address the humanitarian needs...

Local Jewish Community Supports Israel Through Fundraising and Prayer Services

In response to the Saturday attack against Israel by the Hamas militant group, the Baltimore Jewish community immediately sprung into action to help Israel. “Our...
Joe Biden gives remarks on the war in Israel

‘This Is Not Some Distant Tragedy’: Biden Drapes White House in Israel’s Colors as...

President Joe Biden said at least 11 Americans are dead among the hundreds killed in Israel during Hamas’s invasion of the country. The president added...

‘It Was Utter Chaos’: Families and Survivors Describe the Horrors of Hamas’ Invasion

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Ron Kampeas Yoni Asher’s voice was steady but his urgency was unmistakable. “I ask anyone coming to Efrat Katz’s home to tell me they are there,...

Israeli Opposition, Pro-democracy Protesters Press Unity in Face of Attacks from Hamas

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Andrew Silow-Carroll Hours after Saturday’s deadly surprise attack on Israel by Hamas, the Israeli protest group Achim le’Neshek (Brothers and Sisters in Arms) was helping...

Biden, Netanyahu Speak as World Leaders Pledge Support for Israel After Hamas Attack

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Political leaders from around the globe have condemned Hamas’ sweeping attack on Israel and pledged their support for Israel. U.S. President Joe Biden spoke with...

Many Israelis Dead, Wounded as Hamas Launches Major Attack; ‘We Are at War,’ Netanyahu...

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Hundreds of Israelis are wounded and more than 100 are dead after Hamas launched a surprise attack early Saturday, sending thousands of rockets into...

After 10 Years, a Torah of Their Own

A friendly exchange on Facebook became a watershed moment for Kol Nefesh Reform Congregation in Columbia, as it led to it acquiring a Torah...

At Myerberg Center, Local Officials Discuss Crime and Public Safety

By John Rydell As he returned home from an Orioles game one night, Baltimore City Councilmember Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer spotted a speeding car he suspected...

Beyond Meat Executive Discusses Intersection of Judaism, Ethical Food Production

The intersection of ethical, sustainable business practices and Judaism — both in business and in the home — was the topic du jour at...