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United on Purim Procession through streets of Jerusalem

United on Purim Procession was held in the shadows of the war, led by the hostages’ families and Mayor of Jerusalem, Moshe Lion.

Jerusalem's "Four Species" Sukkot market returns

Jerusalem Municipality announces reopening of largest "four species" market in Israel for the Sukkot holiday.

95 million NIS to encourage young olim to live in Jerusalem

Government to approve a program that will include young olim centers, educational programs, vocational training, and more.

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Jerusalem municipal worker filmed desecrating flag

The contracted municipal worker hit the flag on the ground, stepped on it, and threw it into the sewer. He and his partner were fired.

J'lem municipality to stop defacing of billboards showing women

Decision follows complaint submitted by Reform Center for Religion & State, court ruling.

Sensitive details of PM's residence published online

Images of Balfour Street residence are classified, but due to planning application, municipality published plans on website.

City of Jerusalem orders Reform movement to remove billboards

Dror community claims "someone" in the municipality gave them permits to hang signs with the municipal logo. Dep. mayor Aryeh King denies.

Open Letter to PM Netanyahu and the new Government on Jerusalem

Four significant threats endanger Jerusalem as the capital of the Jewish State. The new unity government must act resolutely now. Opinion

Jerusalem prepares for storm and possible snow

Mayor calls on residents to be attentive to weather forecast, prepare accordingly, and to heed emergency and security guidelines.

Permits to be revoked from UNRWA schools

Barkat suggests Jerusalem Municipality take over health, education, welfare, sanitation services to all Jerusalem Arabs.

Jerusalem Municipality seeks to prevent 'Nakba' event

Municipality asks court to prevent Barbour Gallery operating in municipal property from holding book launching event for 'Nakba in Hebrew'.

Jerusalem municipal strike ends

Municipal services resume in capital, following agreement to form committee to coordinate city's needs with Finance Ministry.

Left-wing art gallery refuses to vacate Jerusalem building

Barbour art gallery, which is supposed to leave a municipal building in Jerusalem, is refusing to vacate the premises.

'Breaking the Silence engages in spiritual terrorism'

Deputy Mayor demands fines for gallery hosting 'Breaking the Silence', other radical groups breaching municipality contract.

New Jerusalem street: 'Gush Katif Square'

Gush Katif Square inaugurated today near Jerusalem's Gush Katif Museum. Museum Director: 'This is an historic day.'

Anti-IDF gallery event sponsored by Jerusalem municipality

'Im Tirtzu' movement demands Jerusalem mayor cancel public-funded 'Breaking the Silence' event.

Jerusalem strike against Treasury widens

Municipality to continue strike over refusal of Treasury to provide allocated funds needed to run the capital.

Strike: Jerusalem Municipality vs. Treasury

Jerusalem municipal services on strike. Municipality: Treasury busy with false spin instead of strengthening Jerusalem's national challenge.

Enforcement operation conducted in Jabel Mukaber

After Armon Hanatziv attack, Jerusalem Municipality initiates law enforcement operation in Jabel Mukaber, destroys illegal structures.

Jerusalem sets up 'war room' to fight terror

Deri and Barkat establish war room in Jerusalem municipality building in wake of two-pronged attack in the capital.

'Capital set back many years'

Protest: Kahlon has critically wounded Jerusalem

Mayor, municipality block Knesset protesting Finance Minister's budget, which will see deep cuts in security, education and more.

Haredi Jerusalem Councilors: Closing 8 Minimarkets Isn't Enough

Jerusalem haredi councilors oppose Mayor Barkat's plan to enforce Shabbat law selectively and 'compensate' for opening a cinema.

Jerusalem Municipality Funds Reform College

Municipality approves funding for Hebrew Union College. Did hareidi councilmen know what they were voting for?

Kahlon's Brother Resigns from Jerusalem Municipality

2nd-most powerful figure in J'lem municipality and brother of Kulanu chairman announces return to private sector after 'the 7 good years.'

Anger Over Jerusalem Stadium's Hosting Major Missionary Events

A large Jerusalem sports stadium is set to be used for two major missionary-sponsored events in the coming months.

Jerusalem Rabbi: Why Were Snow Plows Operated on Shabbat?

​Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Aryeh Stern on Sunday expressed his “extreme disappointment” over the operation of snow plows on Shabbat.

Ahead of the storm

Barkat: We've Learned the Lessons of Last Year's Snowstorm

As snowstorm looms, Jerusalem Mayor says this time the city is prepared; entrances/ exits will be closed as soon as snow piles up.

Jerusalem Municipality Hands Out Free Christmas Trees

Jewish capital? Councilman King notes 'no free hanukkiyot,' and wishes rabbis who supported Mayor Barkat 'merry Christmas.'

Jerusalem Launches Surveillance Balloons to Fight Terror

Municipality responds to 'silent intifada' from the air, with new unit to locate riots and attacks which have exploded recently.

47 Years Since Six Day War, Jerusalem Leads Israel

47th Jerusalem Day begins, stats show city leads Israel in hi-tech, immigration, and hope.

PLO Flag on Public School in Jerusalem's Old City

Residents say complaints about flag remain unanswered, Municipality claims to have removed flag of pro-terror group.

Jerusalem is No Longer 'Damascus'

Councilman King's push to change Arabic-only official signs right by Municipality buildings bears results within 24 hours.

Jews Not Welcome?

Outrage As Municipality Turns Jerusalem Into 'Damascus'

Arabic-only public signs painted just seconds away from Municipality buildings; signs break law by not including Hebrew.

New Bus Line Strengthens Jewish Presence in Eastern Jerusalem

Councilman King's initiative passes extended bus line to Abu Dis, in move strengthening the unity of Jerusalem.

Report: Vatican Pushing for Control of Mount Zion

Christian leaders push Israel to hand over control of area housing King David’s tomb, ‘last supper’ hall.

King Unites with Breakaway Bayit Hayehudi to Make New List

Aryeh King has created a joint list with a breakaway Bayit Hayehudi faction to contest the Jerusalem Municipality elections.

Lupoliansky to Join Holy City's Mayor Race?

Former mayor will announce he is joining race against Barkat and Leon after Rosh Hashana – report.

Netanyahu: Jerusalem is On a Roll

Government holds special session for Jerusalem Day at Herzl Museum.

Secular Upset over Canceled ‘Stay Religious’ Program

Media, opposition upset over Jerusalem program to keep young women religious. City: It’s already been canceled.

Jewish Quarter Resident: Obama Put Us 'Under Siege'

The visit to Jerusalem of President Barack H. Obama will impact perhaps most negatively on residents of the Jewish Quarter.

Shas Furious over Christmas Tree at Jaffa Gate

City councilor says a prayer rally will be held Sunday to protest the municipality's decision.

Candidates for Jerusalem Mayor Duke it Out in Debate

Issues addressed at the Jerusalem mayoral debate included affordable housing, jobs, Arab terrorism and driving on Shabbat.