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Six Suspects Arrested in Netanya Murder Investigation
Israel Police arrested six suspects in the murder of Alexander Tzemakh in Netanya after a six-month covert investigation conducted by the Sharon District Central Unit.

Netanya Approves Major Expansion for Dora Urban Renewal Project
Netanya Municipality drops its opposition to a major urban renewal project in Dora, allowing apartment owners to receive up to 40 square meters of added space instead of a restrictive 12-square-meter municipal cap.

Kiryat Gat Surges to Lead National Apartment Sales with 1,044 Units
Kiryat Gat topped nationwide apartment sales between June and August with 1,044 units sold, driven largely by subsidized housing projects and significant price gaps.

Competition Authority Approves 25% Stake Acquisition in YBOX
The Competition Authority approved the acquisition of a 25.4% stake in YBOX by Gefen Magurim and Tamir Cohen for 76 million shekels, marking a major real estate milestone.

Netanya Court Convicts Masseur of Sexually Assaulting Soldier
A Netanya court convicted 62-year-old masseur Alexander Bakhtiarov of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old female soldier at a luxury hotel spa.

Abu Family Buys 50 Units in Azorim Netanya Project for 120 Million Shekels
Abu Family Residential has agreed to purchase 50 housing units in Azorim's Netanya project for 120 million shekels, highlighting a broader trend of REITs acquiring unsold inventory at a discount amid a residential slowdown.

Israeli Semiconductor Startup Axonica Secures 50 Million Dollars for AI Chips
Israeli startup Axonica raises 50 million dollars in pre-seed funding to develop energy-efficient AI inference chips, challenging industry giants like Nvidia.
Professor Yakov Hart, Netanya Academic College President and Healthcare Leader, Dies
Professor Yakov Hart, president of Netanya Academic College and former director of Sharon and Loewenstein hospitals, passed away at the age of over 40 years in academia and healthcare.
Abu Family Residences Buys 50 Netanya Apartments for 120 Million Shekels
Abu Family Residences acquired 50 apartments in Netanya from Azorim for 120 million shekels, marking its third major rental housing deal this year.
State Demands Upholding Conviction and Havier Sentence in Adana Hit-and-Run Case
The State Attorney's Office urged the court to maintain Carol Fassler's hit-and-run conviction for the 2023 death of three-year-old Rafael Adana in Netanya, seeking a harsher prison sentence.
Public Transport Inspector Brutally Assaulted on Bus in Netanya
A public transport inspector was violently attacked in Netanya after asking a passenger to validate his fare, sparking renewed concern over safety for transit workers.
Petah Tikva Court Releases Netanya Criminal Suspected of Arson
The Petah Tikva Magistrates' Court ordered the release of Netanya resident Shaul Sassi, who was arrested on suspicion of arson involving a woman's car and her parents' home.
A Taste of 1984: Inside Netanya's Old-School Chinese Restaurant Chang Sing
Discover Chang Sing in Netanya, a legendary 1984 Chinese restaurant offering pure culinary nostalgia, massive business lunches, and vintage comfort food.
Netanya Apartment with Urban Renewal Rights Sells for 1.45 Million NIS
A 50 sqm apartment in Netanya sold for 1.45 million NIS with pinned urban renewal rights. Real estate agents note rising demand for second-hand homes over new developments.

Netanya Resident Indicted for Drug Trafficking and Driving While Disqualified
An indictment was filed against a Netanya resident caught driving under a license suspension with large drug quantities, including transactions involving a minor.
Notorious Israeli Mob Boss Riko Shirazi Set for Prison Release
Notorious Israeli mob boss Riko Shirazi is set to be released from prison after serving a decade behind bars. Law enforcement and underworld figures are bracing for potential shifts in the criminal balance of power.
Azorim Launches 402 New Housing Units in Netanya and Ramat HaSharon
Azorim has launched two major urban renewal projects in Netanya and Ramat HaSharon, involving the demolition of 164 old apartments to build 402 new housing units.
The Angel-Faced Serial Scammer: How Margot Sitbon Duped Dozens Across Israel
Margot Gessie Sitbon, a serial fraudster from Netanya, duped dozens of Israelis using Facebook Marketplace, fake transfers, and her children as emotional shields.
Luxury Car Agency Buy & Drive Receives 45-Day Stay Over 97 Million Shekel Debt
The Central District Court in Lod granted a 45-day stay of proceedings for luxury car agency Buy & Drive amid a 97 million shekel debt crisis, aiming to salvage a real estate sale in Netanya.

Police Officer Moderately Injured in Netanya Vehicle Collision
A police officer was moderately injured in Netanya after a fleeing driver crashed into a patrol car. Both were hospitalized and the driver was arrested.
Titi Aynaw Reflects on Motherhood and Her Journey from Ethiopia
Former Miss Israel Titi Aynaw opened up in a recent podcast about the emotional challenges of motherhood, her childhood loss, and cherishing every moment with her children.
Smart Shopping Cart Locks Combat Thefts Across Israeli Supermarket Chains
Osher Ad implements a smart wheel-locking system across 13 branches to prevent shopping carts from leaving designated parking zones, tackling thousands of annual thefts.
Netanya Resident Wins 14.27% Disability Rating After Long Legal Battle
A Netanya resident injured in a 2023 work accident secured a 14.27% permanent disability rating and 124,000 NIS after a protracted legal battle against the National Insurance Institute.
Netanya Man Indicted for Rape and Forcible Indecent Acts Against Two Women
The Central District Court permitted the publication of the name of 26-year-old Dolev Chayoun from Netanya, indicted for rape and forcible indecent acts against two young women in separate incidents.
Netanya Resident Indicted in Hadera for Staging Vehicle Theft Fraud
A Netanya resident was indicted in Hadera for staging his car's theft into the Palestinian Authority to fraudulently claim insurance compensation.
Israeli Luxury Car Agency Buy And Drive Files for Debt Settlement Amid 97M NIS Deficit
Buy And Drive Holdings, a veteran Israeli luxury car agency, has filed for a stay of proceedings after accumulating 97 million NIS in debts amid severe economic shocks.
Indictment Filed Against Minor for Stabbing Teenager at Poleg Beach
A 17-year-old minor was indicted in Petah Tikva Youth Court for stabbing another teenager at Poleg Beach in Netanya following a morning altercation.
Netanya to Name Street in Honor of Late Actor Alon Abutbul
The Netanya municipality will name a street in the Ir Yamim neighborhood after the late actor Alon Abutbul, honoring his rich international and local career.
Netanya's Historic Park Hotel Slated for Demolition and Redevelopment
Netanya's historic Park Hotel, site of the 2002 Passover massacre, is slated for demolition under a new master plan to build a 30-story beachfront mixed-use tower.
Netanya Kindergarten Assistant Sentenced to 7 Years for Toddler Abuse
The Lod District Court sentenced kindergarten assistant Shelly Sheinker to seven years in prison for abusing 12 toddlers over a one-month period in Netanya.
Court Rejects Police Request to Detain Eyal Bukel After Return
Eyal Bukel, arrested upon returning to Israel after nine years in a Thai prison, was ordered released by the Petah Tikva Magistrate's Court.
Luxury Vehicles Destroyed in Netanya Explosion Near Hotel
A massive explosion near the Vert Lagoon Hotel in Netanya destroyed a Mercedes-Benz GLE and a luxury Ferrari Purosangue, causing millions in damages with no injuries reported.
16-Count Fraud Indictment Filed Against Netanya Resident Margot Gesi Sitbon
The Central District Prosecutor's Office filed a 16-count indictment against 31-year-old Margot Gesi Sitbon from Netanya for nationwide marketplace fraud and theft.

Netanya Man Indicted on 16 Counts for Assault, Threats, and Vandalism
A 40-year-old Netanya resident faces 16 criminal charges for threatening and assaulting neighbors, and smashing the windows of 16 vehicles near the beachfront with a stone.
Naked Man Attacks Municipal Police Officer Near Netanya in Caught-on-Camera Incident
A naked man roaming near Netanya caused panic and attempted to open parked cars. When municipal police arrived, he attacked an officer, who responded with punches. The incident was caught on video.
Highway 2 Southbound Near Netanya to Close Temporarily for Night Works
Ayalon Highways announced temporary nighttime road closures on Highway 2 near Netanya on September 8, 2026, for Fast Lanes project installation works.
Two-Year-Old Toddler Hospitalized in Netanya with Cocaine Traces in Body
A two-year-old toddler was hospitalized in Netanya with suspected cocaine traces in his body, prompting police to arrest his father on suspicion of child neglect and drug supply.
Netanya Hotel Evicts Family of Autistic Teen, Prompting Tourism Ministry Inquiry
A Netanya hotel evicted a family after a 14-year-old boy on the autism spectrum shouted in the lobby. Tourism Ministry Director-General Michael Yitzhakov demanded an official inquiry into the incident.
Dead Fish Wash Ashore in Netanya Raising Concerns Over Chemical Sea Discharges
Dead fish washing ashore in Netanya and swimmer illnesses in Tel Aviv have raised concerns over recent chemical discharges near Ashkelon. Government authorities deny any link to the anti-algae experiment.
Demolition Order Issued for Illegal Memorial at Netanya Cemetery
Israel's Land Enforcement Authority has issued a demolition order for an illegal 1,400-square-meter complex built by followers around the grave of murdered Rabbi Amos Guetta at a public cemetery in Netanya.
Demolition Order Issued for Illegal Structures Near Rabbi Tomb in Netanya
The Real Estate Enforcement Authority has issued a demolition order for 1,400 square meters of illegal construction at a Netanya cemetery. The order targets adjacent structures built without permits and does not affect the grave of Rabbi Amos Guetta.
Israel Housing Prices Stabilize as Latest Second-Hand Home Sales Revealed
The Central Bureau of Statistics reports a minor 0.1% rise in housing prices. Despite a broader market stagnation, recent second-hand transactions across major cities indicate price stability.
Train Service Suspended Between Tel Aviv and Netanya Due to Infrastructure Damage
Train service between Tel Aviv Savidor Merkaz and Netanya was temporarily halted tonight after an Israel Electric Corporation cable damaged the railway electrification network near Shefayim.
Train Service Suspended Between Tel Aviv and Netanya Due to Power Line Damage
Train traffic between Tel Aviv Savidor Center and Netanya was halted on Sunday morning. A power cable damaged the overhead electrical infrastructure during utility works near Shefayim.
Border Police Officer David Hoyer Amrani Killed in Netanya Shooting
Sergeant David Hoyer Amrani, 20, was killed in a shooting incident in Netanya. The suspect, who opened fire on officers with a long weapon, was neutralized by security forces at the scene.
Border Police Officer David Hoyer Amrani Shot Dead by Police in Netanya
Border Police officer David Hoyer Amrani, 20, was shot and killed by police in Netanya after opening fire on residential buildings. Authorities have ruled out a nationalist motive for the incident.
Police Neutralize Armed Suspect in Netanya Shooting Incident
Police officers neutralized a suspect armed with an M16 rifle in Netanya's Kiryat HaSharon neighborhood after he aimed the weapon at them. No security forces were injured, and an investigation is underway.

Police Neutralize Armed Suspect After Shooting in Netanya
An armed suspect was neutralized by police after opening fire on officers in Netanya's Kiryat HaSharon neighborhood. The suspect is in critical condition, with no other casualties reported in the incident.
Two Killed and Six Injured in Weekend Traffic Accidents Across Israel
Two people were killed and six others injured in severe traffic accidents over the weekend. Victims include a four-year-old child in critical condition and multiple motorists in serious condition.
Surprise in the salad: bit into an eggplant cube and discovered he had swallowed half a cockroach
Uri from Netanya bought a fried eggplant salad of the Marrakech brand at a supermarket, felt something crispy in his mouth and immediately realized it was an insect. He contacted the Salatei Shamir company, the supermarket, and the Ministry of Health, but according to him, no one bothered to get back to him. Salatei Shamir stated that such complaints are rare at the factory and that compensation...