 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. Light rail attendants give woman a ticket over 14 centsWoman who boarded light rail in Jerusalem was lacking 14 cents on her travel card. Attendants wrote her a ticket. Construction of Tel Aviv light rail is on scheduleWatch: ILTV reports on the new light rail that Israel is set to launch that will link Tel Aviv and the surrounding cities. Bnei Brak appeals Shabbat light rail constructionPredominantly haredi city blasts plans to carry out infrastructure work for new light rail train on Shabbat, in violation of agreement. Arab carrying knife nabbed at Jerusalem light rail stopJerusalem Arab with knife caught at light rail stop near Meah Shearim. Light rail company makes big profits on unnecessary finesJerusalem's CityPass earns 7 million shekels over four years - from fines alone. Will the government nix fines for using another's Rav Kav?Tourists in Jerusalem, rejoice: Transportation Ministry works to cancel fine for passengers who pay using someone else's Rav Kav card. Jerusalem to get additional 'Rav Kav' machinesHaredi MK pushes Jerusalem transportation committee to expedite placement of additional Rav Kav machines.Jerusalem drops CityPass from light rail extensionGovernment puts extension of existing line, construction of new line, up for grabs, takes rights away from CityPass. 'He stabbed her 7 times and murdered her'Jerusalem district attorney submits indictment against terrorist who stabbed Hannah Bladon to death on Jerusalem light rail in April. Terror victim may have paid for good deed with her lifePolice investigation shows victim caught terrorist's eye after she gave her seat to someone else. Victim of Jerusalem terror attack identifiedAuthorities identify terror victim as British exchange student interested in religious sciences and archaeology. Tel Aviv train station closes for six daysTel Aviv train station closes, government provides passengers with buses and a shuttle service. 'Golda' begins digging tunnel for Tel Aviv trainsFirst tunnel boring machine to work on building Tel Aviv light rail named after Israel's first female Prime Minister. Light rail train runs over man protesting on tracksMan run over by Jerusalem's light rail train while protesting on tracks.Light rail train allows passengers to pay using Rav Kav creditLight rail allows passengers to pay with money already charged to their Rav Kav, instead of buying a separate ticket. Jerusalem light railway to pass through Emek RefaimNew line of light rail train will connect Gilo, Ramot to city center, pass through popular Emek Refaim area. 'No artificial barriers'New light rail system will connect Jerusalem with Judea and Samaria. Crane collapses in Tel Aviv, none injuredA crane collapsed in Tel Aviv Thursday at the light rail construction site. CityPass fines Belgian tourist who asked to payCityPass inspectors fined a Belgian tourist who asked them how to pay and took her passport in order to 'help' her. Third light rail line receives city approvalThe 'blue' line will complete a network with the current 'red' line and the approved 'green' line to service 600,000 residents of Jerusalem. New Israel Fund Succeeds: Another Company Divests From IsraelThe NIF provided grants to Coalition of Women for Peace when it founded the Who Profits project, today considered one of the leading organizations in the boycott campaign against Israel. 4 Jews, 1 Arab Wounded in Jerusalem Rock AttackArab terrorists launch rock barrage on bus and 2 cars, damaging vehicles and wounding 5 passengers, shortly after rock attack on light rail. Jerusalem Synagogue Massacre: Enough Status Quo, Maybe?Are Israelis getting too used to this? Watch: Light Rail Guards Get Tough on SuspectsCeaseless loud wailing did not help two Arab suspects who attacked Light Rail security guards. Police Hushing Up Light Rail TerrorJerusalem Police tell Light Rail operator not to inform the public of rock attacks on its lines, unless it receives police approval. J'lem Mayor: Don't Talk So Much about TerrorismNir Barkat wants media discussion of daily terror attacks against Jews in the capital to stop, says it hurts business and cultural life. Arab Rock Terror Limits Jerusalem Light RailA mere 16 out of 23 trains remain operational due to repeated rock attacks, leading to lessened frequency of transport for the capital. Documentation of Jerusalem's Destroyed Light RailImages capture the scope of damage caused by rioting, which will take months to repair; 'price tag' calls 'death to the Jews.' Rioters Demolish Jerusalem Light Rail StationsRiots over murder of Arab teen leaves thousands unable to travel to their jobs; inspectors still unable to fully assess damage. Bombs and Rocks in Jerusalem as Rioting ContinuesClashes between police, Arab extremists escalate, as rioters throw pipe bombs; public transport modified until tension calms. Random Arab Slap Attack on Jerusalem Light RailJewish man falls prey to random attack in what appears to be racially-motivated incident. Haifa Launches ‘Metronit’ SystemThe city of Haifa has launched a special fast bus system, the Metronit, aimed at reducing traffic and commuting times. Tel Aviv Light Rail to be Delayed 6 YearsPlans for Tel Aviv’s Light Rail have been put back on the shelf for another six years, beyond the original target date of 2017.Jerusalem Light Rail to Extend to Ein KeremThe government has approved $1.1 billion (NIS 4 billion) to extend Jerusalem’s Light Rail system to Hadassah Ein Kerem Medical Center. Arab Nabbed for Planting Fake Explosive on TrainA Jerusalem Arab was arrested for planting fake explosive devices on the Jerusalem light railway system 'Social Justice' Protesters Again Block Roads'Social Justice' protests were taking place in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem Saturday night, with some protesters blocking roads New Bus Lines, Canceled Routes for JerusalemJerusalem is eliminating some bus lines for more efficient routes. A representative of the Ministry of Transportation explains the new plan. Arab Tries to Stab Security Guard on Light RailArab man tries to stab a security guard with scissors at the Jerusalem Light Rail’s station in the French Hill neighborhood.Light Rail a Financial Flop, Israel to PayIsrael must pay for 70,000 empty seats on Jerusalem’s light rail train. Thirty-year deal could mean heavy losses. Stabber 'Influenced' by CNN, Arab NetworksMuhammad Shuman, who stabbed female soldier on light rail, said news on CNN, Al Jazeera had upset him. Knife Discarded by Attacker Gave Him AwayArab who stabbed female soldier on Jerusalem Light Rail threw his knife out a bus window and was caught.Light Rail Attack: Soldier’s Condition ImprovesA young soldier stabbed while riding the light rail train in Jerusalem is now breathing independently and communicating with her family.Police Vow to Respond to Stabbing 'With Prejudice'Police sought to reassure the public that the J'lem light rail is safe, vowing a strong response to the stabbing of a female soldier.Soldier Wounded in Light Rail Stabbing AttackIn the first major terror attack reported on Jerusalem's light rail, a female soldier was stabbed by an Arab, who fled the scene Light Rail Limits Flag DanceThe traditional “flag dance” in honor of Jerusalem Day may be limited this year due to the light rail train. Video: Will Customers Return?Jerusalem's once-thriving Jaffa Street is undergoing a renewal because of the Light Rail and the customers are turned away, say merchants.Jerusalem's Jaffa Rd a 'Walkway'Jerusalem's Jaffa Road bids farewell forever to vehicular traffic this weekend to become a pedestrian walkway -- and no light rail till April. Jerusalem March with Light RailMore than 100,000 people greeted the new light rail train on the main street of Jerusalem for the first time during the annual Sukkot march..Riding Jerusalem's Light RailArutz Sheva's Hezki Ezra takes special test ride on Jerusalem Light Rail with Mayor Barkat and Minister Katz, who say it will strengthen Jerusalem. Holyland the Tip of the Iceberg?In the wake of the Holyland scandal, police are asked to look into other municipal projects promoted by those suspected of taking bribes. ‘Fast Track’ for ‘One Jerusalem‘Jerusalem’s deputy mayor vowed to derail a PA attempt for a Arab boycott of the contractor of the light rail system that reaches eastern Jerusalem. PA: Boycott Light Rail FirmsThe Palestinian Authority is trying to recruit Arab nations to boycott the firms who are building the light rail system in Jerusalem. |
