Ra'anana

Media legend Avi Meller’s death dims lights of Israel’s sporting arenas

Avi’s on-screen eloquence, even in Hebrew, was clearly shaped by his affinity for British commentators and broadcasters, and Israeli sports viewers highly appreciated it.

THE WRITER (right) sharing a drink and a smile with Avi Meller in the UK ambassador’s residence in Ramat Gan in 2012 at an event to promote the London Olympics.
Food at dairy restaurant Salta.

Salta revisited: Inside the Ra’anana dairy gem celebrating 20 flavorful years - review

MOROCCAN ARTIST Hind Ennaira will perform at the World. Jazz. Music. Festival.

Open for business in Ra’anana: A new jazz festival spreads its musical options

HAPOEL JERUSALEM forward goes up to the hoops against Maccabi Rishon Lezion defender Amin Stevens (3) during the capital city Reds’ 100-93 overtime victory.

Hapoel Jerusalem pulls out thriller against Maccabi Rishon Lezion


Tenne's take-out: Possibilities are endless in Ra'anana restaurant - review

There are all kinds of meat and chicken dishes, salmon and other fish, every possible kind of bread and challah, side dishes, desserts – the possibilities are endless.

The take-out station at Tenne, in Ra'anana

Nationwide hostage protests: 39 arrested, drivers attack demonstrators

In Jerusalem, protesters blocking the tunnel opening to Highway 16 were sprayed with a water cannon by police to try to clear out the road for traffic.

Israelis block road 1 near Latrun, while attending a protest calling for the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, August 17, 2025.

Police arrest terror suspect at Ra'anana construction site after hour-long manhunt

In late July, officers arrested a ramming attack suspect in the area of Pardes Hanna, also at a construction site.

Smoke rises during a military raid in the West Bank city of Tulkarm, in the West Bank on October 19, 2023.

An obsession with pizza that’s more than pizza

We live in a completely crazy world. Thank goodness it includes American Dolce.

American Dolce

A refuge from the heat: A peek into a dreamy penthouse in Ra’anana

In a Ra’anana villa neighborhood, a stunning penthouse by Tali Arinus features a 130 m² terrace that's the home's heart - perfect for hosting and enjoying nature.

 Architecture and interior design: Tali Arinus, outdoor planning: Karkom Landscape Design

Italy's authentic flavors come to Israel at Ra’anana's Pastaria - restaurant review

Chef Amit Cohen does an excellent job of reproducing the authentic flavors of Italy in the heart of Israel.

 ‘AN EXCEPTIONALLY good meal.’

Corruption levels up

American Dolce has created a wild temple for pizzas and fried foods.

 American Dolce

Memorial in Ra'anana makes false equivalency, but violence on attendees unacceptable - editorial

On Remembrance Day Eve, a group of far-right activists descended on a Reform synagogue where a private screening of the ceremony was taking place.

 Israelis observe Remembrance Day, April 30, 2025.

Nechama Grief Counseling: Performing a needed service for grieving Israelis - in English

Nechama Grief Counseling’s Ruth Edel says counselors perform a much-needed service – especially now.

 NECHAMA GRIEF Counselor training session.

Reform movement files complaint after violent protest at Israeli-Palestinian Remembrance Day event

The local Likud party branch in Ra'anana organized a demonstration against the Remembrance Day event.

 Palestinians and Israelis attend a joint ceremony for families of Israeli and Palestinian victims on Israeli Remembrance Day, organized by "Combatants for Peace" and the "Israeli-Palestinian Bereaved Families for Peace" in Tel Aviv on April 24, 2023.

A classical-jazz fusion concert in Ra’anana showcases remarkable talents of a musical family

Yaron Gottfried, a distinguished composer and conductor, leads the program, which blends beloved classical works with iconic jazz compositions from the 20th century.

 YARON GOTTFRIED.