Rishon Lezion
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Rishon Lezion, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Miki Berkovich's Family Reveals He Has Been Battling Dementia for Over Two Years
Israeli basketball legend Miki Berkovich's family revealed he has been battling dementia for over two years, explaining his recent absence from public life and games. The announce…
Israeli Basketball Legend Miki Berkovich Revealed to Suffer from Severe Dementia
Miki Berkovich, Israel's basketball legend, suffers from severe dementia, revealed in a new documentary. His family shared the condition after keeping it private for over two year…
Suspect to Be Charged Soon in Lawyer Arbel Feldman's Murder in Rishon Lezion
A man in his 20s from Ashdod is set to be charged with the murder of lawyer Arbel Feldman, who was shot dead in his Rishon Lezion office on August 4. The suspect surrendered after…
MS Ashdod Scores Last-Minute Winner to Beat Maccabi Jaffa 1-0 in National League
MS Ashdod defeated Maccabi Jaffa 1-0 with a last-minute goal by Nahorai Dabush in the National League's second round, earning their first win of the season. Hapoel Rishon LeZion a…
Suspect Arrested After Lawyer Arbel Feldman Is Fatally Shot in Office
Lawyer Arbel Feldman was fatally shot in his Rishon Lezion office by a client who believed he was owed money. The suspect surrendered and confessed, and police plan to indict him…
Lior Gliklich Signs With Austrian Club Wolfsberger for €130,000
Israeli goalkeeper Lior Gliklich transferred from Maccabi Bnei Reineh to Austrian club Wolfsberger AC for €130,000, with Roy Sasson joining Bnei Reineh as his replacement.
Israeli Court Approves Rare Debt Rehabilitation Plan for Man Owing 6 Million Shekels
An Israeli court approved a rare debt rehabilitation plan allowing a man with 6 million shekels in debt to repay under 47,000 shekels over two years, shortening the usual three-ye…
IDF Prevents Arrest of Yeshiva Student in Holon Amid Rising Protests by Haredi Faction
A yeshiva student in Holon was briefly detained but released without military police custody, following the arrest of another student in Haifa for draft evasion. The Haredi factio…
Luxury Car Dealership Battles Insurance Company Over Arson Damage Payout
After an arson attack destroyed eight luxury cars at Auto Premium dealership in Rishon Lezion, Migdal Insurance refuses to pay damages, citing a missing policy clause. The insurer…
Chef Moshe Roth Launches Premium Street Food Chain Featuring Gourmet Hot Dogs
Chef Moshe Roth is launching FRANKCO, a premium hot dog and fries street food chain, starting in Tel Aviv and expanding to Rishon Lezion. Partnering with Michael Halfon’s Lotus co…
Massive Enforcement Gap in Electric Scooter Regulations Across Israeli Cities
Israeli cities face a major enforcement gap in electric scooter regulations, with some like Tel Aviv actively fining riders while others, including Jerusalem, report no enforcemen…
Arab Gang's 1936 Kidnapping and Murder of Lazarovitch Family Solved After Decades
In 1936, during the Arab Revolt, an Arab gang kidnapped and murdered three adults from the Lazarovitch family near Atlit, releasing their children. Decades later, Israeli investig…
Man Arrested for Attempted Murder of Ex-Wife and Daughter in Ramla Stabbing
Suleiman Abu Amar was arrested and detained for stabbing his ex-wife and daughter in Ramla, with police probing possible premeditation and evidence tampering.
Rishon Lezion to Charge Non-Residents 150 NIS for Weekend Beach Parking
Rishon Lezion plans to charge non-residents 150 NIS for weekend beach parking to prioritize local residents amid limited parking. Deputy Mayor Idan Mizrahi cited the city's small…
Jeremy Pargo Wins BIG3 Championship with Boston Ball Hogs, Rejects Maccabi Tel Aviv Connection
At age 40, Jeremy Pargo led Boston Ball Hogs to the BIG3 championship with a buzzer-beating 4-point shot, earning Finals MVP. He rejected a Maccabi Tel Aviv fan's claim linking hi…
Oranim Group Plans 600 Million Shekel Debt Offering in Tel Aviv to Replace Bank Loans
Oranim Group is launching a 600 million shekel bond offering on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange to refinance bank debt and fund its first senior living project, SEA ONE, in Rishon Lez…
Former City Official Debunks Myth That Municipal Parking Fines Are Budget Tools
Moshiko Erez, former Rehovot municipality CEO, refutes the idea that parking fines are used to fill budget gaps, highlighting municipal discretion and the importance of transparen…
Maccabi Haifa Dominates Rishon Lezion 4-1 in Youth Premier League
Maccabi Haifa's youth team defeated Hapoel Rishon Lezion 4-1 with key goals from Adam Grimberg and Noam Goldenberg. Hapoel Hadera crushed Hapoel Be'er Sheva 7-1, while Beitar Jeru…
Longevity-Focused Senior Living Network Expands Across Israel with Five Luxury Complexes
The Israeli senior living network Ad 120 operates five luxury retirement complexes focused on Longevity, emphasizing quality of life and independence for residents aged 70 to 100…
Israeli Court Awards NIS 335,050 Compensation to Man Assaulted in Rishon Lezion Club Brawl
A 23-year-old man assaulted in a 2018 nightclub brawl in Rishon Lezion will receive 335,050 shekels in compensation from attackers and club owners following a court-approved settl…
Artyom Dolgopyat Wins Third European Gold, Eyes 2028 Olympic Campaign
Israeli gymnast Artyom Dolgopyat won his third European gold in Zagreb, overcoming last year's political ban from the World Championships. A three-time Olympic medalist, he plans…
Right-Wing Voters Split Over Likud Exodus and Future of West Bank Amid Political Uncertainty
Polling shows significant defections from Likud to both opposition and smaller right-wing parties, driven by differing views on the war and domestic issues. Public opinion on the…
Man Posing as Teen on TikTok and Instagram Sexually Harasses Over 20 Girls
A man in his 40s from central Israel allegedly posed as a teenage boy on TikTok and Instagram to sexually harass over 20 girls aged 11 to 15. He was arrested after a police invest…
Shlomo Elboim Wins 'HaKahal' Party Primaries with Over 14,000 Voters Participating
The 'HaKahal' party held primaries with 14,469 voters, where Shlomo Elboim won decisively. The party revived a historic aerial campaign to promote the vote, marking 50 years since…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Center Ido Fleischer for 2026/27 Season
Hapoel Be'er Sheva has signed Israeli center Ido Fleischer for the 2026/27 season and appointed Douglas Spradley as head coach, reinforcing the team ahead of the new basketball se…
Former MK Kahana and MK Woldiger Clash Over Security, Settlements, and National Priorities Ahead of 2026 Elections
Ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, former MK Matan Kahana and MK Michal Woldiger debated security policies in Gaza, the West Bank's future, military conscription, and economic refo…
Leading Rabbis Celebrate Grandson of Rabbi M. Nachshoni in Rishon Lezion
Prominent rabbis gathered in Rishon Lezion to celebrate the seven blessings ceremony for Rabbi M. Nachshoni's grandson, marking a significant religious and family event.
G City Plans Asset Sales Worth 6 Billion Shekels Following Failed Control Sale
G City, controlled by Haim Katzman, plans to sell most of its residential assets in Europe and the US and exit Brazil, aiming to raise 6.1 billion shekels by end-2025. This follow…
17-Year-Old Ayelet Shahar Breaks Barriers in Combat Fitness Training and Aims for Elite Unit
Seventeen-year-old Ayelet Shahar went viral after outperforming boys in a combat fitness drill, showcasing women's growing role in the IDF. Praised by her coach and peers, she aim…
Maccabi Petah Tikva Captain Mohamad Hindi Faces Uncertain Future Ahead of Premier League Return
Mohamad Hindi, captain of Maccabi Petah Tikva, faces an uncertain future as he is sidelined under new coach Ziv Arie ahead of the Premier League season opener. Despite a key role…
Atarat Shlomo Yeshiva Opens 13th Year with 1,350 Students and New Dormitory in Rishon LeZion
Atarat Shlomo yeshiva in Rishon LeZion begins its 13th year with 1,350 students and opens a new dormitory to address overcrowding.
Kyoto Sushi Restaurant in Herzliya Closes After 29 Years Due to Building Renovation Plans
Kyoto sushi restaurant in Herzliya is closing after 29 years due to building owners' plans to build a lobby entrance, forcing lease non-renewal. The restaurant will close on June…
Israel Rail Service Suspended at Ben Gurion and Modiin Stations for Track Connection Work
Israel Railways will halt train service at Ben Gurion Airport and Modiin stations during two weekends in late August and early September 2026 for critical construction connecting…
Noam Avivi Signs with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona as First Signing of Season
Noam Avivi has signed with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona as their first player acquisition for the upcoming Israeli Premier League basketball season, choosing the club over Bnei Herzl…
Oranim Real Estate Launches Bond Offering for Luxury 'Oranim on the Sea' Project in Rishon Lezion
Oranim, founded by Menachem Oren, is issuing bonds worth 600 million shekels to fund its luxury senior housing project "Oranim on the Sea" in Rishon Lezion, replacing bank loans…
Ido Fleisher Returns to Hapoel Be'er Sheva Dimona for New Season
Ido Fleisher, a 28-year-old basketball center, has signed a one-year deal to return to Hapoel Be'er Sheva Dimona after playing for Ironi Ashkelon last season. He has a notable car…
Tel Aviv Red Light Rail Records 76 Million Trips in Three Years with Service Improvements
The Tel Aviv Red Light Rail has served 76 million passengers in three years, with monthly ridership rising 10% last year and travel time cut from 90 to 63 minutes. Expansion proje…
Israeli Police Arrest Ashkelon Hacker for Cyberattacks on Multiple Companies
Israeli police arrested a hacker from Ashkelon who used malware to breach dozens of companies and steal sensitive data. Acting alone, he was caught after a covert investigation an…
Dozens of Rabbis and Hasidic Leaders Celebrate Beloved Rabbi in Rishon LeZion
Dozens of leading rabbis and Hasidic leaders gathered in Rishon LeZion to honor a revered rabbi. Veteran Haredi media figure Dudi Zilbershlag criticized current leadership and dis…
28-Year-Old Worker Injured in 3-Meter Fall at Rishon Lezion Business
A 28-year-old worker fell about three meters at a Rishon Lezion business and was hospitalized with moderate injuries.
Israeli Bride Proves It's Never Too Late to Marry with Viral Wedding Video
Ayelet Shaul from Rishon LeZion married at 41 after years of resisting societal pressure to settle. Her viral wedding video highlights her journey of faith, independence, and pati…
Avivit Bar Zohar Starts New Relationship Weeks After Split from Businessman David Azulai
Avivit Bar Zohar has started dating Elad Ben Simon shortly after her public breakup with businessman David Azulai, with both former partners exchanging social media remarks.
Bnei Yehuda and Ashdod Lead Tight Race in Israeli National League Season Preview
The 2026-27 Israeli National League season begins with Bnei Yehuda and M.S. Ashdod as top promotion contenders. Several teams aim for playoff spots while others fight relegation…
Gal De Paz Cast as Shoshana Damari in New Israeli Musical Premiering This October
Gal De Paz, runner-up in Israel's Eurovision contest, will star as iconic singer Shoshana Damari in a new musical premiering in October. The show traces Damari's life and career…
New Dual-Volume Torah Set by Rabbi Shlomo Yehuda Baari Released for High Holy Days
A new two-volume Torah set by Rabbi Shlomo Yehuda Baari has been published for the High Holy Days and Sukkot, offering deep insights into repentance, prayer, and joy during these…
Golan Gut Signs with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona for Fifth Israeli Premier League Season
Golan Gut, a 31-year-old guard, signed with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona, marking his fifth Israeli Premier League team. The club praised his experience and fighting spirit ahead of…
Israeli Swimming Star Tomer Shuster Breaks National Records and Eyes Olympic Future
Likud Begins Manual Vote Counting at Bloomfield Stadium After Intense Primary Battles
The Likud party has started manual vote counting at Bloomfield Stadium in Jaffa after a heated primary day, with 53.5% turnout and final results expected by morning. Key figures l…