Petach Tikva

Right/Left wing councilors unite; condemn councilor attack

Heads of left and right wing council parties in Petach Tikva jointly condemn attack on city council member, Hagit Telem: 'It is forbidden to raise one's hand. This is the time for peace.'

Two brothers from East Jerusalem steal an IDF pickup truck

Central District detectives today arrested two brothers from East Jerusalem on suspicion of stealing a military pickup truck from a garage in Petah Tikva.

Police investigating stabbing in central Israel

A 53-year-old Jewish man was stabbed at the central bus station in Petach Tikva. Police investigating if the incident was terror-related.

Lessons from Shabbat demonstrations in Petah Tikva

Political agreements reached in a broad public framework are more beneficial to Shabbat observance than demonstrations.

Petah Tikva Mayor Rami Greenberg asks: Should I fly to UAE?

Petah Tikva mayor calls on residents to express position on question of whether he should join delegation of local government to UAE.

Sephardic Chief Rabbi condolence call at attack victim's family

Shin Bet updates that from investigation into attack at Segula Junction, 'it appears the act was committed out of nationalist motives.'

Suspect arrested in vandalism of Israel’s Donald Trump Square

Police arrest suspect following vandalism of Donald Trump Square in Petah Tikva to protest sovereignty plan.

Watch: 'Balcony Singing' in Petah Tikva

Hadar Ganim neighborhood hosts choir on one balcony and all neighbors come out to their balconies to join celebration.

Suspected murder in Petach Tikva

57-year-old man apparently murdered in Petach Tikva by strangling; murder suspect arrested at scene.

'The rappelling attack' - Who killed Netanel Arami?

It's been 5 years since 26 yr. old Netanel Arami was murdered when Arabs cut his rappelling ropes. His murderers have not been caught.

AG Mandelblit's neighbors rally against constant protests

The constant protests outside Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's home are disturbing his neighbors' lives.

Petah Tikva to name city square after Donald Trump

Mayor of Israel's fifth-largest city announces plans to name square next to city hall after President Donald Trump.

Agriculture Ministry discouraging chicken use for Kapparot

Ministry launches campaign urging Israelis to use money instead of livestock in popular religious ritual.

Holiday gift: 17 million shekels

30-year-old Petah Tikva resident arrives at Lotto HQ to cash in winning ticket, explains he was in no hurry since 'money doesn't spoil'.

From Petah Tikva to the burning south, with love

Petah Tikva residents help plant communal garden in Negev community under attack by arson kites and balloons from Gaza terrorists.

Petah Tikva:

Kindergarten where baby was smothered to close

Following indictment of daycare worker for manslaughter, abuse, Welfare Ministry orders immediate closure of nursery.

Light rail train to link Samaria with Central Israel?

Minister Katz instructs Netivei Israel company to go ahead with plans for light rail between Ariel, Petah Tikva, and Rosh Ha'ayin.

Petah Tikva businesses transition to new kashrut system

About 300 restaurants and food businesses in Petah Tikva complete transition to new Kashrut system.

Petah Tikva looks to end 'Kaparot' ritual

Petah Tikva warns against performing ritual with chickens without permit, reiterates ban on slaughtering chickens in the street.

'I've got a serious problem with haredi Jews'

Left-wing demonstrator who mocked religious Jew, demanded he shave beard and remove kippah doubles down on comments. 'I won't apologize.'

Marzel, Ben-Gvir clash with leftists

Nationalist activists clash with leftists at hearing on Petah Tikva demonstrations: 'Freedom of expression isn't only for the extreme left.'

'I hit the garbage dumpster and felled the terrorist'

Defense Ministry official helps capture stabbing terrorist in Petah Tikva, another citizen mauls attacker with pizza tray.

Watch: Drama in Petah Tikva

Three security guards shoot in air after fight breaks out with Russian-speaking man who thought security guards were attacking him.

Two dead in Petach Tikva, murder-suicide suspected

Two men were found dead from gunshot wounds in Petach Tikva, police suspect the incident was a murder-suicide.

City Hit By Infiltrator Flood Asks 'Why Us?'

Infiltrators freed from detention reach Petach Tikva after being told to stay away from Tel Aviv and Eilat.

Foul Play Suspected as Builder Plunges 11 Floors to His Death

Speculation over mysterious death of construction worker Netaniel Arami, 27, continues. Was it a murder?

Car Bomb Kills Two in Petach Tikvah

Explosive device rips apart car early Monday morning, kills two and injures four. Police suspect criminal 'work accident' or assassination.

Woman Who Accosted Sarah Netanyahu Released

As Prime Minister's wife toured shopping mall, a woman began cursing her and was arrested. No one was hurt.

Neo-Nazi Gang Leader Sentenced to Jail Time

Neo-Nazi gang leader Dimitri Bogotich was sentenced Thursday to 5 years, 9 months in prison for his role in racial attacks around Tel Aviv.

Extradited Neo-Nazi Gang Leader Arrested in Israel

Police arrested suspected neo-Nazi gang leader Dmitri Bogotich Monday on charges of carrying out hate crimes in Petach Tikvah.

Last-Minute Solution to Petach Tikva School Crisis

The Education Ministry, the city of Petach Tikva, and local schools have reached a last-minute deal to absorb 100 immigrant pupils.