Bobby Zirkin Speaks at Jews United for Justice Meeting
“We are building an active Jewish community to achieve the justice goals we all believe in,” said Molly Amster, director of JUFJ and a host of the meeting.
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Author: Peter Arnold
Baltimore City Councilman Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer (D-5th): “When people are suffering and dying, the last thing we have time for is ignorance." (Provided photo)
City Council Member Isaac ‘Yitzy’ Schleifer has a Hands-On Approach
“I love focusing on local issues, being hands-on, getting things done that improve the quality of life and resolve the problems of people.”— Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer
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Columbia Jewish Congregation Replaces Mandatory Dues Structure
Columbia Jewish Congregation recently replaced its mandatory dues structure with a pay-what-you-can-afford policy. CJC is following a national trend in synagogue life.
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At Rally, Sen. Bernie Sanders Endorses Benjamin Jealous for Gov.
Sanders said Maryland’s upcoming gubernatorial race — in which the Democratic nominee will face incumbent and Republican Gov. Larry Hogan — goes deeper than statewide politics.
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Baltimore Orchard Project Brings Hope to City Neighborhoods
BOP partners with communities and families to identify and care for fruit trees that grow in yards, streets and public places in the city.
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Freshmen Politicians Discuss the State of the City
What is being done to address major issues confronting Baltimore? Jmore recently spoke to a pair of local Jewish politicians who have served in their positions for only six months.
Read MoreNew Maryland Laws Go Into Effect on July 1
Maryland’s new laws affect Planned Parenthood, craft breweries, hometown heroes and more.
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Dalya Attar with husband, Asaf Mehrzadi, and their children, Ilana, 5, and Aaron, 3. (Courtesy of Dalya Attar)
Jmore Exclusive: Orthodox Lawyer Runs for House of Delegates
A Democrat and Baltimore native who lives in the Park Heights community, Attar is a 2014 University of Maryland School of Law graduate who serves as an assistant state’s attorney in Baltimore.
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Israel Haikin of IMNA Solutions said his company decided to establish its U.S. headquarters in Maryland because of the “opportunities for integration into the security, health care and governmental segments.”
Israeli Startup to Launch U.S. Headquarters in Baltimore-D.C. Region
Silicon Valley has many investors and startups, but here the community is very supportive, businesses are looking to partner with you.
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Jmore Exclusive With Baltimore Mayor Catherine E. Pugh
Jmore recently spoke with Pugh, a Democrat and resident of the Ashburton neighborhood.
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