Ashkelon

The Water Authority took an unusual step and dumped dangerous pesticides from the air at a dosage 27 times higher than the standard, a short distance from declared beaches, and the health implications for the public and fishing in the area are now being examined.

Ofri Rafael from Moshav Nativ HaAsara studies in a special education class in Ashkelon and is defined as 100% nursing-dependent. According to her parents, although the council knew as early as July that she needed a personal aide, no solution was found by the start of the school year. Her father stated: 'She needs company. She cried when she heard she might not go to school.' The council responded...

On the eve of the new school year, police officers from the Lachish district dispersed several parties for minors in the Negev region, Ashdod, and Ashkelon. Huge quantities of alcohol were confiscated, the children were questioned on the spot, and the owners of the lofts where the events were held were summoned for further investigation.

The southern city is experiencing an impressive awakening, and recently a variety of current and trendy restaurants have opened there: a wine bar, a cafe and tattoo studio, a Neapolitan pizzeria, a Japanese cafe with a decadent brunch menu, a fish restaurant and an Italian restaurant, a 24/7 cafe with a huge matcha menu, and in short - everything that makes the periphery much closer to the center...

After conquering the country with millions of views and lucrative contracts, Mor Revivi almost quit music due to low financial compensation. This is how she cut ties with the production company and built a family empire.

A serious stabbing incident occurred in Ashkelon: a man is accused of wounding a gas station employee in the stomach with a utility knife after being asked to wait. The suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended by police.

A serious indictment was filed against a 71-year-old taxi driver from Ashkelon, after he allegedly committed an indecent act against a young passenger who was left alone in the vehicle, and even made her a particularly offensive offer.

A dispute has erupted between the police and the Israel Prison Service (IPS) following a suicide attempt by a detainee at the Ashkelon Magistrate's Court. It has emerged that the police report transferred to the IPS failed to mention the suspect's suicidal background.

A joint investigation by Lahav 433 and the Tax Authority has led to the exposure of an infrastructure for importing drones from China, which were transferred to criminal elements. According to the suspicion, the owner of a security company from Ashkelon and two employees imported dozens of shipments while committing tax offenses and money laundering. Forces raided the warehouse, arrested the...

Due to extensive infrastructure works starting next weekend, train traffic in the south will be significantly altered and central lines will be shortened. Find out which stations will be closed and how shuttle services will operate.

Large MADA forces, equipped with 4X4 ATVs, conducted extensive searches for a man in his 50s who had been missing since early evening near the National Park beach. Near midnight, the man was located unconscious, and medical teams were forced to pronounce him dead at the scene.

Detectives from the Ashkelon station raided a drug apartment and seized two kilograms of various types of drugs worth hundreds of thousands of shekels. One suspect was detained for questioning. The deputy station commander stated: "We will continue to act proactively and decisively against drug offenses."

An Ashkelon resident has been arrested on suspicion of deploying malware across dozens of Israeli companies to steal sensitive data. His detention has been extended until August 23, and the court has issued a gag order on his identity.

The Magistrate's Court in Ashkelon extended by three days the detention of Ofir Nagar, who was arrested as part of the protection racket affair in the south. The judge noted that there is merit to the defense's claim that the offenses are economic, but there is a fear of obstruction of the investigation. Her defense attorney stated: "This is a woman whose sin, in my opinion, is that she is the...

First publication: Following a multi-week investigation, Ashkelon police intercepted a bus and arrested a suspect linked to a series of commercial break-ins in the city.

On Saturday, police and volunteers launched extensive searches for 4-year-old Yunes Abu Ganam from Rahat, who went missing at Delila Beach in Ashkelon. After hours of intensive searching, the child was found safe and sound.

The police requested today (Saturday) the public's help in locating 4-year-old Yunis Abu Ghanem from Rahat, who went missing at Delila Beach in Ashkelon. Police forces and volunteers are conducting extensive searches in the area.

A Canadian resident selling an apartment in Ashkelon was unable to complete registration in time due to delays by the construction company. The buyers unilaterally cancelled the contract, but the court ruled they were in breach and ordered them to pay 200,000 shekels in compensation.

Police officers from the Kiryat Gat station, guided by Southern District intelligence, have arrested two suspects involved in a shooting incident. The investigation began after a gunshot victim arrived at Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon, refusing to cooperate with authorities regarding the circumstances of the attack.

A confrontation occurred on Wednesday in Ashkelon between a municipal inspector and a young man during routine enforcement activities. Following the circulation of footage on social media, police have launched a search for the suspect, and the municipality has announced an investigation into the inspector's conduct.

A major fire broke out early this morning in the Afridar neighborhood of Ashkelon, causing severe damage to the Etz restaurant and nearby businesses. Investigators are currently treating the incident as a suspected arson. The owners stated they are awaiting the results of the investigation.

Matcha drinks, New York-style pizza, crazy grilled toast, self-service, and the coolest branding you've ever seen. We found all these and more at the new Coffee Club, which opened in the reviving Afridar Square in Ashkelon and offers round-the-clock service.

The "The Tree" restaurant in Ashkelon, which opened just a month ago, burned down completely overnight. The fire spread to adjacent businesses, causing significant damage.

Two suspects were arrested in two separate cases of car theft from Ashkelon and Ashdod. A resident of Shuafat was arrested near the Sorek interchange on suspicion of stealing a Kia Sportage, and in another case, an illegal resident was arrested at the Qalqilya checkpoint after a vehicle stolen in Ashdod was found abandoned in the Modiin area.

The Government Authority for Urban Renewal has announced a new call for proposals to subsidize 'pinui-binui' projects in Ashkelon. The state is investing significant funds to ensure the implementation of projects that are not otherwise economically viable.

For Lital Shemesh, the past weekend was quite dramatic after she was rushed to the hospital with severe abdominal pain. Following a series of tests, she was discharged and returned to work the very next day.

Parents of students at the "Eitan" school in Ashkelon claim a series of failures during renovations: sewage flooding, power outages, and the shutdown of essential equipment for disabled children. Dozens of parents were called to pick up their children: "They are leaving the most disabled children inside a construction site." The municipality: "The incident was handled immediately."

A 76-year-old woman was violently attacked while resting on a bench in Ashkelon. She reports that passersby ignored her pleas for help and she was unable to identify the suspect arrested by police.

A 76-year-old woman reports being attacked while resting on a street bench, noting that passersby failed to assist her. After two days of hospitalization, she remains fearful of going out alone: "I was lying there bleeding, and no one stopped."

According to Channel 14 News, the security establishment fears there are dozens of undetected espionage cases involving Israeli citizens acting on behalf of Iran. Officials are concerned by a series of incidents, including cases involving reservists in sensitive positions.

A toddler of about a year and a half was evacuated to Barzilai Hospital in critical condition after drowning in a private pool in Ashkelon. Medical teams continue to fight for her life.

The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against Tamirlan Amushokov (26) and Alina Kushnirenko (24) from Ashkelon. The couple is charged with espionage for Iran, having collected intelligence between April and July 2026.

The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment in the Tel Aviv District Court against Tamirlan Amushokov (26) and Alina Kushnirenko (24) for serious espionage offenses. The indictment alleges that the couple operated via Telegram under the direction of individuals posing as "Aslan" and "David," systematically documenting military and civilian infrastructure and gathering intelligence on the...

The government budget is intended to bridge the economic gap in 'pinui-binui' (evacuation-construction) complexes that are not profitable under market conditions, and to enable developers to move from planning to execution — subject to approvals and a tender.

Former footballer and former Beitar Jerusalem coach Barak Yitzhaki purchased a three-room apartment in a project by the Gohari-Afriat company in his childhood city of Ashkelon. The deal is estimated at about 2 million shekels, and the apartment is on the tenth floor - the jersey number that accompanied Yitzhaki throughout his playing career.

Employees at the 'Rotenberg' power station in Ashkelon halted operations after discovering a sea turtle trapped in the cooling system. The turtle, nicknamed 'Babchuk,' was successfully rescued and transferred to the National Sea Turtle Rescue Center for rehabilitation.

Rothenberg power station employees stopped operations and rescued the turtle, which was swept by seawater into the cooling system. An examination revealed it was a young green sea turtle weighing 2.5 kg. It was named "Babchuk" and transferred to the Israel Nature and Parks Authority rescue center for further treatment and rehabilitation.

Detectives from the Ashkelon station and Southern Border Police raided the premises, detaining four suspects and seizing bingo equipment, cash, and checks. The senior criminal figure suspected of managing the operation was not present during the raid; the investigation is ongoing.

A bus struck pedestrians this afternoon on David Remez Street in Ashkelon. According to MADA, two people were seriously injured and one remains trapped at the scene.

The incident involved three buses on David Remez Street in Ashkelon. The bus driver and passengers were unharmed. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the event.

Ashkelon, a city known for its culinary institutions, is undergoing a transformation. The new restaurant 'HaEtz' (The Tree) offers a modern dining experience, blending a Tel Aviv-style atmosphere with a diverse, high-quality menu.

An Ashkelon resident was arrested after being caught driving while disqualified by the court. Police state this is the seventh time he has been caught driving illegally. Following the investigation, an indictment was filed against him.

A customer requesting contract termination faced an unexplained rate hike and bureaucratic hurdles. Upon returning her equipment, she discovered that a series of technical failures had resulted in an Execution Office file being opened against her.

Three suspects, residents of the south in their 20s, were arrested in Ashkelon after detectives from the city's special investigation unit stopped the vehicle in which they were traveling. The operation was carried out as part of a proactive fight against crime, and the suspects were transferred for questioning.

Law enforcement in Ashkelon arrested a suspect on Sunday for drug trafficking offenses. During a search of his home, police seized significant quantities of suspected drugs, cash, and airsoft equipment.

A severe indictment was filed at the Be'er Sheva District Court against a 41-year-old Ashkelon resident. The defendant committed severe sexual offenses against his daughter since she was 12.5 years old, and threatened to distribute an AI-generated nude photo of her. Additionally, he is accused of severe violence against his spouse and minor children.

The incident occurred about a month ago in Ashkelon. Six teenagers planned an ambush for a foreign worker, lying in wait in the bushes at the entrance to a city neighborhood.

A gang war in a residential neighborhood in Ashkelon nearly ended in disaster. Exclusive footage released by News 14 shows the confrontation escalating into a shootout near kindergartens and homes. Following a lengthy investigation, police located and arrested the primary suspect, who now faces serious charges.

Lachish Traffic Division officers arrested an Ashkelon driver caught driving for the third time while disqualified. An indictment was filed against the resident, who also tested positive for cocaine and has a history of drug-related offenses.

The company Ananas Beach attempted to challenge an eviction order for state lands, but the court ruled in favor of the Israel Land Authority. The restaurant owners must pay 10,000 shekels in legal costs.