Itamar

Fogel Family Massacre: Appeal Upheld over Lenient Sentencing

Muhammed Awad received only five years for his part in the Itamar massacre; court extends sentence.

Vandalism Plunges Samaria Jews into Darkness

Jews in Samaria suffer blackout. The problem: power line is routed through a hostile Arab town.

Samarian Community Appeals for Help After Snow Devastation

Snow storm causes millions of shekels of damage to town of Itamar's agriculture and tourism, Arutz Sheva joins appeal for donations.

Housing Minister Calls for ‘Many’ New Homes in Judea, Samaria

Minister joins inauguration of Itamar yeshiva, and calls for ‘many’ new housing projects in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem.

Video: ‘Olive Harvest’ as Terror Preparation

Jews catch Arabs filming Jewish town, making throat-cutting gestures on video – all as part of the ‘olive harvest.’

The "Small Settlements" are Essential for Peace

Take a Hike. Preferably, to Bir Adva

The Samaria Residents' Council recommends a beautiful nature spot on the Itamar Ridge.

US: 1,000 New Homes for Jews 'Unhelpful'

"We don't accept the legitimacy of continued settlement activity," State Department spokeswoman told reporters.

Left-Wing Youth Spend the Night in Itamar

Youth from left-wing academy change their views on Samaria after visiting terror-struck community.

Survivor of Itamar Massacre Marries Stepbrother

Avia Shabo, who lost her mother and three brothers in a terror attack in 2002, marries the son of the woman her father married.

The Spirit of the Shomron in the Heart of Tel Aviv

Businessmen from central Israel and "settlers" from Samaria meet for an evening of solidarity and support for the community of Itamar.

Accessories in Fogel Murder Sentenced

Three PA Arabs have been sentenced to prison for aiding the murderers of the Fogel family

Rabbi Eliyahu Offers Inspiring Words at Fogel Memorial

At the memorial for the Fogel family, Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu said that the ark in Mishkan Ehud looks like the entrance to the Holy Temple.

14 Babies Named for Fogels in the Past Year

At least 34 newborns have been named after members of the family slain two years ago.

Itamar Massacre Survivor Engaged to Stepbrother

Avia Shabo lost her mother and 3 brothers in act of Muslim barbarism in 2002.

Barak Working for Expansion of Yesha Town

Defense Minister has approved building zone in the town of Itamar, where the Fogels were murdered. ”Avenge terror by building homes.”

Bennett: We Need to be United With a Jewish Soul

At one of his first stops as newly elected chair, Naftali Bennett expressed the need for unity at Itamar beit midrash Mishkan Ehud.

Itamar May Sue Haifa Mayor

Yonah Yahav said in a public debate that the alleged "price tag" youth came from Itamar.

Haifa Mayor Lashes Out at Itamar Residents

Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav launched a scathing attack on the Shomron community of Itamar, claimed its youth are behind 'price tag' vandalism.

Memorial Marks 10 Years since Itamar Murders

The town of Itamar marks 10 years since the murder of a mother and three of her children in their home.

Fogel Murderer: It was an Adventure

Haaretz to publish murderers' interrogation transcript: "Let's do something we will tell our children about."

Israel Decides to Demolish Homes of Fogel Murderers

The defense establishment has decided to demolish the homes of the two terrorists who murdered five members of the Fogel family in Itamar.

Video, Photos: Studies Begin at New Itamar Study Hall

Mishkan Ehud, a Beit Midrash named after Rabbi Udi Fogel, officially opened for studies this week.

Itamar's Bnei Akiva Youth Strengthen Toulouse Children

Students from Bnei Akiva’s branch in Itamar have written support letters to the students of the Otzar Hatorah school in Toulouse.

Itamar's Jewish Shepherds Attacked by Arabs on Givat Arnon

A gang of Arabs wielding clubs and rocks accosted two Jewish shepherds from Itamar, injuring both before IDF forces arrived.

Itamar Sues over Haaretz Journalist’s Blood Libel

The town of Itamar is suing a Haaretz reporter who accused innocent residents of murder.

Itamar: Torah Celebration in Memory of Massacred Family

The community of Itamar remembers the Fogel family one year after the brutal murder, dedicates Beit Midrash named for Udi Fogel.

Arabs from Killers' Village to Plow in Itamar

Itamar residents outraged after finding out that Arabs from nearby Awarta will be allowed to plow land within town limits.

2,000 Visit Samaria for Tu B'Shvat

Over 1,000 Likud members among visitors who planted 1,500 trees near a synagogue that commemorates the Fogel family.

Itamar Rabbi: Fogel Murderers Should Have Been Put to Death

Rabbi Natan Chai of Itamar: The only sentence the Fogel murderers should have received is a death sentence.

Barak Condemns 'Price Tag' Vandalism in Deir Istia

Defense Minister Ehud Barak strongly condemned "price tag" vandal attacks carried out early Wednesday at the village of Deir Istia.

Itamar Residents Light Hanukkah Candles at Fogel Home

Residents assemble every evening in front of the Fogel home, vow: "We will light more candles and never give in to darkness."

Itamar Youth, IDF Soldiers Light Candles Together

Youth from of Itamar hold torchlight march, Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony with IDF soldiers.

Itamar Continues to Build, Launches New Mikveh

Itamar launches a new ritual bath, marking the community's efforts to continue building despite terrorism.

US Jewish Zionists Speak Out Against Destruction of Givat Aryeh

Change in US Jewish Zionist groups’ policy? NY demo against gov’t destruction in Itamar.

PA Arab Teens' Terror Attempt Foiled

An attempt by PA Arab teens to carry out a terror attack against Israeli citizens was foiled Monday afternoon by IDF soldiers and police.

Arabs Infiltrate Itamar, Beat Shepherds and Soldiers

Arabs from the village of Akraba infiltrated an agricultural area in the town of Itamar on Thursday morning, beating residents.

Itamar Neighborhood in Fogel's Memory Ransacked by Govt Forces

In the middle of the night, they came - again - and ransacked a budding Samaria neighborhood. This time, Gal Arye.

Itamar Answers Tragedy With Growth

Itamar has seen unprecedented growth since the murder of five members of the Fogel family - giving Israel's answer to terror and tragedy.

Shoah Torah Scroll Welcomed in Itamar, in Memory of Fogels

A Torah scroll saved from the ashes of the Holocaust is placed in a new synagogue, in memory of slain family.

Arab Attempt to Infiltrate Itamar Thwarted

An Arab disguised as a hareidi Jew tried to enter Itamar. He was stopped at the last moment.

Arab Caught Surveilling Itamar, IDF Frees Him

Unbelievable: Arab, allowed into Itamar's territory "to harvest olives," caught looking at Jewish homes through binoculars - and freed.

Video: Residents React to Arab Harvesters in Itamar

Itamar residents expressed outrage after Arabs were allowed into the still bleeding community to harvest olives. "It's total insensitivity."

Arabs Attack Jews in Karnei Shomron Olive Harvest; Jew Arrested

PA Arabs attack Karnei Shomron residents while under the guise of harvesting their olives, protected by IDF troops. Police arrest a Jew.

Rabbi: ‘Price Tag’ Wrong – but Understandable

The government is pushing citizens to commit “price tag” crimes, warns Rabbi Ronsky, former top IDF rabbi.

Arabs Harvesting in Itamar: We Will Turn You Into Fogels

Tamar Fogel joined Itamar residents protesting allowing Arabs from murderous Awarta into town security zone to harvest olives.

Prosecution Won’t Seek Death Sentence for Fogel Murderer

No death sentence for Amjad Awad, who pleaded guilty to the murders of the Fogel family. He will serve five life sentences.

Arson in Samaria – Beginning of ‘September’ Riots?

An arson attack near Itamar gets massive security response as army gears up for possible PA riots.

IDF Prepares to Call Up Reserves

The IDF prepares for the possibility of PA Arab riots, and will call up reserves probably Sunday, September 18.

Miracle in Itamar: Torah Ark Falls on Baby; Baby Survives

An incident which can be described as nothing short of a miracle: a Torah ark fell on a baby and the baby survived.

Rivlin: 'No Right or Left' When It Comes to Safety of Children

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin (Likud) visits children in the Samaria town of Itamar on their first day of school. "We appreciate them."

Itamar Zoning Plan Moving Ahead?

Channel 10 showed a detailed zoning plan being advanced by a body under Binyamin Netanyahu.

Orphaned Survivor of Fogel Terror Attack Inspires French Jews

Tamar Fogel, oldest survivor of the terrorist attack on her family, joins Itamar’s Bnei Akiva chapter on trip to help strengthen French Jews.

Americans For a Safe Israel Tour & Strengthen the Jews of Israel

Arutz Sheva TV speaks with Helen Freedman, Exec. Dir. of "Americans For A Safe Israel", a group currently on a strengthening mission in Israel.

IDF Mulls Death Penalty for Fogel Murderers

Not for the first time, the IDF is considering the death penalty for blood-thirsty terrorists, this time for the murderers of the Fogels of Itamar.

A Torah-True and Zionist Way to Memorialize the Fogel Family

The Itamar Yeshiva is building and expanding in memory of the Fogel family murdered by terrorists. Lest we forget.

IDF Appreciation to Finders of Fogel-Family Murderers

The IDF granted certificates of appreciation to the forces that found the perpetrators of the Fogel family massacre in Itamar several weeks ago.

Daniella Weiss: Ground Broken For "Regev" Settlement Near Itamar

Daniella Weiss announced Wednesday that ground has been broken for a new settlement near Itamar called "Regev."

Itamar: Despite the Trauma, We Must Build Our Land

INN TV visits the community of Itamar and speaks with its mayor, after the capturing of the murderers of the Fogel family.

Two Arab Terrorists Confess to Fogel Massacre - without Regret

Security forces arrested two Arab terrorists who have confessed to murdering the Fogel family last month. They did not express regret.