Netanya

Likud candidate Avi Slama wins Netanya's special mayoral race

The newly elected mayor secured a first-round victory, defeating three other candidates and officially concluding the election campaign.

Avi Salama, the newly elected mayor of Netanya, celebrates his victory after the polls close in the Netanya mayoral election at his campaign headquarters in Netanya, January 20, 2026.
An illustration of an Israeli voting at the ballot box.

Netanya prepares for elections after mayor passes away

South African Jews, aged 60 and over, recently arrived via a Jewish Agency aliyah project, meet at Telfed - South African Zionist Federation in Raanana.

Homeward bound: Why South African Jews are making aliyah to Israel now - opinion

Israel Police vehicles; illustrative.

Suspect caught at Ben-Gurion Airport after Kadima shooting, while drugs were found in Netanya


BP restaurant: A gourmet restaurant at an Israeli gas station - review

We have visited BP on the Coastal Highway several times, and we both got the distinct impression this time that it is aiming to be less of a diner and more of an upmarket restaurant.

 BP restaurant

Parades, dancers, and superheroes: Israel's children celebrate Purim

IN PICTURES: See the celebration of thousands who gathered across various Israeli cities to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim.

 People wearing costumes celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in Holon, March 14, 2025

Approval granted for the construction of 256 apartments in the new luxury neighborhood in Netanya

 The plan by ICR in Kochav Hayam, Netanya

Dudes: The best burgers you will find anywhere - review

The atmosphere is laid back, the staff friendly and efficient, and, in my opinion, the burgers are the best you will find anywhere.

 A hamburger and fries are seen being served at Dudes in Netanya.

Catering secrets: How to make any event a success with Holy Bagel

The secret recipe for success in the dairy catering world.

 Catering Secrets Revealed: How to Turn Any Event into a Spectacular Success with Holy Bagel

Historic meeting: Israeli leaders receive newly republished writings of David Ben-Gurion

For the first time in decades, the writings of Israel’s founding father, David Ben-Gurion, have been republished in a new edition and presented to the country’s current and former leaders.

 President Isaac Herzog reading the newly republished books of Israel's first Prime Minister

NancyKarin Vardi: A songstress with a stage presence of sincerity, charm - review

NancyKarin Vardi is a songstress with a stage presence of sincerity and charm who deftly shares her message in a way that fascinates her audience.

 NANCYKARIN Vardi in performance.

El Gaucho: Argentinian meat with vegan options too - review

El Gaucho is synonymous with Argentinian meat (el gaucho means “the cowboy”), but the restaurant offers vegan and fish options as well. Kudos to chef Alberto for producing such excellent food.

 El Gaucho

Walking ancient paths in Israel with my grandson - opinion

Taking my grandson on a pre-bar mitzvah tour of Israel becomes a profound exploration of Jewish identity, tradition, and the bonds that connect past to future.

 EXHIBITIONS ARE on display at ANU: The Museum of the Jewish People after it opened in Tel Aviv in 2021. The museum is a masterpiece of storytelling, offering a sweeping chronicle of Jewish life across continents and centuries, says the writer.

Sense: Glamor and good food in Netanya - review

Sense epitomizes glamour and good food – a winning combination for a great evening out.

 Sense in Netanya