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Arad Supermarket Branch to Convert to Haredi-Focused Chain

Shufersal is converting one of its supermarket branches in Arad into a "Yesh Chesed" store, catering to the city's growing Haredi population, which now comprises an estimated 30% of residents.

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What happened

  1. 01Shufersal will convert a branch in Arad's central mall to a Haredi-focused "Yesh Chesed" store.
  2. 02Haredim, primarily from the Gur Hasidic dynasty, now make up an estimated 30% of Arad's population.
  3. 03The mall was purchased by Gur Hasidic businessmen aiming to adapt it for the Haredi community.
  4. 04Secular residents express concern over potential changes in product variety and kashrut standards.
  5. 05Shufersal states both its "Deal" and "Yesh Chesed" branches will remain open to all the public.

The move follows the purchase of the city's main mall by businessmen from the Gur Hasidic dynasty, who aim to adapt it for Haredi needs. While Shufersal assures both branches will serve the public, some secular residents worry about changes in product variety and kashrut standards.

Translated and summarized by baba from Ynet, the latest report. Read Ynet’s original

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