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Two Injured in Afula After Vicious Attack by Pack of Pitbull Dogs
Two people were injured in Afula on Sunday after being attacked by a pack of four pitbull dogs on Herzl Street. The victims suffered mild-to-moderate bite wounds and were evacuated to HaEmek Medical Center.
Father Charged in Nazareth Court Over Brutal Assault of Teenage Daughter
A 48-year-old resident of The North has been charged with the severe assault of his 15-year-old daughter for wearing a tank top, following a police investigation into years of alleged domestic abuse.
Bus Driver Assaulted and Threatened with Death by Passenger in Afula
A Superbus driver was assaulted and threatened in Afula by a passenger who had reportedly attacked him two weeks prior. Police arrested the suspect, while transport unions demanded enhanced security.
Infant Recovers from Bacterial Meningitis at Emek Medical Center
A five-month-old infant from Afula was successfully treated for bacterial meningitis at Emek Medical Center after prompt diagnosis by doctors.

Afula Resident Arrested for Assaulting Elderly Man Over Blocked Car
A 78-year-old Afula resident was assaulted and injured after asking a sanitation worker to move bins blocking his car. The 42-year-old suspect was arrested and his remand extended.
Legendary Knesset Stenographer Osnat Degani Passes Away at Age 100
Osnat Degani, the legendary Knesset shorthand stenographer who documented Israel's history from its founding until 1990, has passed away at the age of 100.

IDF Grenade Explodes in Kfar Shmaryahu Amid Spate of Incidents
An IDF fragmentation grenade exploded in Kfar Shmaryahu overnight, marking the second such incident on the same street within a week. Police are investigating suspected criminal motives.
Mishorim Finalizes Afula Real Estate Sale for 35 Million NIS
Mishorim, controlled by Alex Schneider, has completed the sale of an Afula property for 35 million NIS, generating 33.8 million NIS in free cash flow.
Fourth Stone-Throwing Attack on Bus in Afula in Ten Days Sparks Fear
Unidentified attackers threw stones at a Superbus bus in Afula, marking the fourth such incident in ten days. Transport unions warn that drivers face mortal danger.
Indictment Filed Against Afula Resident for Brutal Stabbing of Elderly Man
State prosecutors filed a severe indictment against 39-year-old Shlomi Haim from Afula for the brutal, premeditated stabbing of a 66-year-old man heading to synagogue prayers.
Afula Approves First Ever Pinui Binui Urban Renewal Project
The Northern District Planning and Building Commission has approved the deposit of the Hadassim complex plan in Afula. The project by Rahmani Group will replace 31 old apartments with 229 new housing units.
Court Rules Heart Attack Caused by Boss Illness is Work Injury
The Nazareth Regional Labor Court ruled that a heart attack suffered by a 59-year-old factory worker in Kibbutz Beit HaShita after learning of his employer's terminal illness constitutes a recognized work injury.
"I learned from scratch and now I want to teach others": The moving story of "Akimarket"
Eden creates ceramics and Anna sews tablecloths and pillows. At the Akim vocational and employment center in Afula, small and repetitive actions gradually turn into skill, confidence, and independence. Now the products that they and hundreds of other participants with disabilities create by hand are sold on the "Akimarket" website - and all proceeds go to them alone.
Attempted murder on the way to Selichot: Suspect disguised himself as a secular man
A 39-year-old Afula resident has been arrested for stabbing a 66-year-old man on his way to Selichot prayers. The suspect, an Ultra-Orthodox follower of a convicted sex-offender rabbi, allegedly disguised himself to carry out the attack as an act of revenge related to the rabbi's past conviction.
After great drama: Ilia Smirin is the Israeli Blitz Chess Champion
The grandmaster from the Ashdod club finished with 10 points and edged out Avital Boruchovsky and Michael Klenburg only on tie-breaks at the national blitz championship held in Afula. Noga Orian is the national women's champion, and 14-year-old Avital Shilon-Rahav finished fifth and was crowned Israeli champion under 18.

3 burglaries within 5 hours: Indictment filed against Afula resident
The Northern District police have concluded an investigation into a 43-year-old Afula resident who broke into the same business three times in one night. The suspect used an electric bicycle to transport the stolen goods.

Smiled in his direction — and ended up with broken teeth: a teenager was brutally attacked on a bus
A 29-year-old resident of Afula is accused of threatening a 16-year-old during a trip from Haifa to Tiberias. Later, he boarded another bus after him, threw a phone at him, and attacked him. The defendant was arrested, and following the investigation, an indictment and a request for detention until the end of proceedings were filed against him.
Osher Ad disrupts the market: popular products sold for just 1.90 shekels
The price war between Israel's food giants is escalating with significant discounts in the produce department, as one of the most sought-after items is being sold at a bargain price at a specific Osher Ad branch.
Turn in Investigation into Suspected Rape in Afula: All Suspects Released
After 20 days in detention, the main suspect in the case of the alleged rape of young women in the Afula area has been released, along with two other suspects. Sources familiar with the investigation report that significant discrepancies were found in the accounts of the events.
Diapers on the floor and stray dogs: The market promised as a culinary gem is collapsing
Once marketed as a hub for leisure and culinary arts, today merchants at the municipal market in Afula describe neglect, filth, and closed restrooms. The municipality responds: it is a private complex, but enforcement will be increased.

Footage released: The moment a vehicle exploded in Afula, killing Ovnach Dinko
The explosion occurred in Afula last May. The victim was evacuated in critical condition to HaEmek Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. An indictment is set to be filed against a 38-year-old resident of Migdal HaEmek.

Stolen plates and rapid tracking: How the Afula murder suspect was caught
An indictment will be filed against a 38-year-old resident of Migdal HaEmek. The investigation revealed that the suspect arrived from the Tivon area eight hours before the explosion in a stolen vehicle with forged license plates. Northern District Commander Nitzav Meir Eliyahu stated the arrest was the result of an uncompromising investigative effort.