 Rabbi Uri Samet appointed acting Chief Rabbi of EfratRabbi Uri Samet to be appointed Rabbi Shlomo Riskin's replacement for marriage and kashrut until permanent replacement appointed. Bennett: Thousands of new housing units to be built in EfratDefense Minister Bennett approves expansion of Efrat, paving the way for thousands of new housing units. Message to the survivors: You are not aloneYouths stand outside homes of Holocaust survivors in Efrat, wearing white shirts and holding flags and candles. 'I praise Your name' featuring residents of EfratMoshe Kesselman composed inspiring words from Psalms. He called residents of Efrat join and sing along to counter the feeling of quarantine. Efrat mayor: 23 confirmed coronavirus patientsOded Revivi names newest four coronavirus patients, lists who needs to self-quarantine, says only certain workers will be allowed entry. PA Arab armed with a knife arrested outside of Efrat, south of JerusalemPalestinian Authority resident armed with a knife arrested outside of Efrat in Gush Etzion, south of Jerusalem. 'One year ago, everything changed forever'Brother of murdered American-Israeli Ari Fuld recalls the attack on Ari, the heartbreaking visit to the hospital, and a year in mourning New mikvah in Efrat: 'More women will keep family purity'New and magnificent ritual bath inaugurated in Gush Etzion town. Religious Affairs Minister: 'Issue of mikvahs has improved recently.' Efrat residents save Palestinian's lifeArab who collapsed in village of Umm Salamuna brought to nearby of Efrat, where CPR was performed on him, saving his life. 'Lapid wants to evict 80-90 thousand Jews from their homes'PM Netanyahu explains what September's elections are about, emphasizes need for healthy backbone in US-Israel relations. Netanyahu: No settlers will be uprootedPM Netanyahu visits Efrat, promises an end to demolition of Jewish towns. Good neighborsResidents of Efrat called almost every day to give medical treatment to Arabs who arrive at the front gate of the Gush Etzion town. Residents of Efrat have had enoughJudean city residents launch uncompromising grassroots campaign to halt land theft that threatens their homes. Watch: Terrorist arrested two years after stabbing attackShin Bet arrests terrorist who stabbed civilian in Efrat in December, 2016. 'Stop trading in bodies'Efrat Council head critical of other Judea and Samaria heads for demand to build following terror attacks. 'Building must be routine.' Residents of Efrat save Arab's lifeResident of nearby Palestinian Arab village brought to Efrat after suffering serious injuries in a fall, receives treatment from residents. Efrat's incumbent Revivi maintains leadershipInitial count indicates Ravivi win with challenging lists represented; final results after soldier vote count. Meet the candidates in Efrat - Judea's English-speaking cityArutz Sheva asks mayoral candidates, parties what sets them apart, what kind of community they will leave our children, and a word to Olim. Guard dogs deployed in Gush Etzion after Fuld murderEfrat residents, supporters to spend Yom Kippur guarding agricultural land after Fuld murder. 'It is our obligation to get up and charge'Residents of Efrat plan new neighborhood on nearby Givat Eitam as a response to murder of Ari Fuld. 'This land is ours.' IDF prepares to demolish home of terrorist who murdered Ari FuldArmy engineering team maps out home of Arab terrorist who stabbed American-Israeli man to death in preparation for demolition. 'An Israeli hero'Prime Minister Netanyahu, Education Minister Bennett pay condolence call to family of American-Israeli man murdered in terror attack. 'Ari fought heroically on behalf of Israel'Netanyahu eulogizes American immigrant murdered in Gush Etzion terror attack. 'He fought to spread the truth about Israel.' First time in Israel: Drone to prevent infiltrations into townResidents of Efrat introduce Drone that will help locate and prevent terror infiltrations into the community. Meet the real Rabbi Shlomo RiskinThe rabbi who founded the city of Efrat is sometimes seen as controversial. Meet the real Rabbi Riskin. Hundreds gather to remember friendly-fire victim500 soldiers complete Tractate 'Megillah' ahead of Purim holiday in honor of IDF officer killed in tragic friendly-fire incident in Hevron. Israelis, Arabs, celebrate coexistence in Efrat sukkahYESHA Council envoy tells Palestinian Arab guests: 'You are heroes, and I salute your bravery.'Nitzavim-Vayelech: Can we change?Torah from the rabbi and founder of the city of Efrat, in the Judean Hills. Watch: Torah dedication ceremony in honor of fallen soldierEfrat celebrates Torah dedication in honor of soldier David Golovensitz, who recently fell in the line of duty.'Want service in Judea and Samaria? It will cost you NIS 3000'Efrat resident told to pay over $800 for 'security escort' for an internet technician to come to his house. 'Our patience is wearing thin'Efrat mayor concerned ahead of Trump's first presidential visit to Israel: 'Expectations for administration are bursting like a balloon.' Construction greenlighted in Efrat after Arab claims dismissedA housing project south of Jerusalem overcame last major hurdle, as claim on land made by local Arab found to be false. Shooting near Efrat, one woundedSoldier wounded as gunman opens fire on IDF forces in apparent terror attack. Efrat teens collect supplies for Syrian babiesEfrat residents donate supplies for Syrian babies, teens collect, sort donations. 'How I fought the terrorist who attacked me'Efrat resident who fought off terrorist who stabbed him multiple times recounts 'Hanukkah miracle'. Israeli man wounded in stabbing attack in Efrat50-year-old lightly-to-moderately wounded in a stabbing attack in the town of Efrat. Terrorist flees the scene. Livni meets with students in Gush EtzionTzipi Livni met with students from Efrat, shows them a side they may not get to hear very often. Efrat mayor's sukkah guests releasedFour Palestinian Arabs who were arrested for visiting the sukkah of Efrat Mayor Oded Revivi freed. Oded Revivi to PA: Release my Sukkot guestsEfrat Mayor calls on PA to release his Sukkot guests, says it's 'absurd that having coffee with Jews is a crime.' PM holds security meeting following attacksAfter steady decline in attacks, sudden spate of violence ahead of Jewish holidays. 'We checked every house for the terrorist'Lior Shurka of Efrat emergency response team recalls Sunday's terrorist infiltration into Jerusalem suburb.Efrat mayor explains how terrorist was caught'We do not like to live behind fences', says Efrat mayor Oded Ravivi. Stabbing attack in EfratOne person wounded in a stabbing attack in the town of Efrat. Terrorist neutralized. Efrat bikers take over Arab bus - with toy gunBikers from Efrat threaten Arab drivers with plastic pistol, force passengers off bus. Israel is 'afraid' of the abortion issueAbortion debates in US and Canada are healthy, Efrat NGO head says, slamming 'scared' politicians for avoiding #1 cause of loss of life. Rabbi Riskin Comes Out FightingIn first public speech since speculation over his position, Rabbi Riskin criticizes Rabbinate's conduct, says it's pushing people away. Chief Rabbi: Rabbi Riskin Won't Be FiredRabbi Lau bemoans media reports taking Efrat chief rabbi's tenure extension talk 'out of proportion,' says no 'political' motive as claimed. Meretz Judea-Samaria Bill 'Will Only Harm Arabs'Efrat mayor slams Meretz bill to label Judea-Samaria products, warns of economic disaster for Arabs and 'boomerang.' Why Efrat is Good for the EconomyEfrat mayor explains what life is like in Judea-Samaria communities; author discusses 'are we on the brink of a new Cold War?' Rabbi Riskin Files Million-Shekel Damages SuitSuit follows legal battle over libel claims by Efrat resident; international legal team points to calculated fraud to defame Riskin.Rabbi Riskin: We Need A Plural Chief RabbinateChief Rabbi of Efrat puzzles over dismissal rumors, notes that Rabbinate is important - but must address non-haredi communities.Report: Rabbi Shlomo Riskin Faces DeposalSources say Chief Rabbinate looking to get rid of Efrat's veteran Chief Rabbi; Tzohar threatens to fight any moves to do so.Rabbi Riskin: Women's Rights, Conversion in Govt.Efrat's chief rabbi tells Jewish Home to press for 'reform,' both in divorce rights for women in religious courts and in the conversion law. Rabbi Riskin: Not Proselytizing But Rather PraiseChief Rabbi of Efrat rejects haredi attack over interfaith Independence Day thanksgiving prayer. 'What could be more appropriate than this?'Mayor of Efrat: 'Additional Forces Not the Answer'Tension and violence occurring throughout all of Israel. Mayor Revivi: Security will only be achieved when incitement is stopped. Efrat Mayor: Annexation New False AccusationMayor Oded Revivi slams mislabeling of Israel building on its own land as 'annexation,' pens letter to New York Times over misnomer. Ohr Torah: Universal Love, Exclusive IntimacyTorah lights from Efrat, Gush Etzion, in the Judean Hills. |
