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Ariel Guide: Business Licensing in Ariel
Steps for obtaining a business license in Ariel. Full information: arielcity.co.il/muni-license.html
Number of businesses in major categories
Food 78, services 75, industry 60 — according to the number of registered businesses. All categories: arielcity.co.il/businesses.html?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=client_biggest
Ariel Real Estate Board — Apartments and Houses for Sale and Rent
Ariel Real Estate Board: want to sell or rent an apartment or house? You can post an ad on the board. All details and posting: arielcity.co.il/re-board.php?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=board_realestate
Ariel Guide: Events Calendar in Ariel
What's happening this week in Ariel — updated events calendar. For all information: arielcity.co.il/culture-events.html
Ariel Guide: Cafés in Ariel
Cafés in Ariel: addresses, phone numbers and breakfast options. Full information: arielcity.co.il/food-cafe.html
When Music and Dance Meet on One Stage – Magic Happens!
The Vertigo dance company will perform in collaboration with the Koma ensemble under the direction of Itamar Duari in a one-time show at Ariel Cultural Center. The performance will blend structured choreography with free improvisation, merging music and movement. The show takes place on October 14 at 20:30, with tickets available for 65 shekels.
Ariel Guide: The Adelson School of Medicine in Ariel
The Sheldon Adelson School of Medicine and Medical Center in Ariel: what has been built, where, and what it means for the city. For all information: arielcity.co.il/uni-medschool.html
On the site, the phone number is a button
Anyone searching for a business on Ariel's website clicks the number and calls directly — without visiting the business page. Don't delay registering your business, or check if it's already listed. For now it's free. Want to register? Contact us on WhatsApp: https://wa.me/972533925511 All businesses: arielcity.co.il/businesses.html?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=owner_phone
Looking for food in Ariel?
78 restaurants on the list — pizza, shawarma, cafes, hummus, pubs and bakeries. Everything on one page, and for most of them you can call with one click. Full list: arielcity.co.il/food.html?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=client_food
Is Your Business Listed Yet?
265 businesses are already in Ariel's directory. Don't delay registering your business — or check if it's already listed. It's free for now. Want to register? Write to us on WhatsApp: https://wa.me/972533925511 All businesses: arielcity.co.il/businesses.html?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=owner_listed
🎉🔥 Students in Grades 5–6
The Ariel Municipality Youth Club is open to students in grades 5–6 and offers a program of activities including games, challenges, lessons, and festive evenings. The club operates on Mondays from 18:30 to 20:00 at the Youth Center, Ha-Negev 61, and participation is completely free.
Ariel Job Board — Looking for employees?
Ariel City's job board is now live: are you looking for employees? You can post a position on the board. For details and to post a job: arielcity.co.il/jobs-board.php?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=board_jobs
Did You Know? Medical School in Ariel · 11.10
Next to the university campus, a medical center and the Adelson School of Medicine are being built—a development connecting Ariel to long-term academic and medical advancement.
Pregnant? New mom? This event is just for you!🤰👶
Ariel Municipality is organizing an event for pregnant women and new mothers on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Youth Center. The program includes sales booths from brands and local shops specializing in pregnancy and baby products, lectures, workshops, professional consultations, networking meetings for mothers, and a raffle. Entry fee: 20 shekels, limited spaces available.
Need a professional in Ariel?
75 services and professionals in the directory — plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, locksmithing, renovations and moving. Full list: arielcity.co.il/services.html?utm_source=newsbot&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=client_services
Ariel Guide: Public Transportation to Ariel
Buses and Highway 5 to Ariel: schedules and routes. All information: arielcity.co.il/muni-transport.html
Public transport cancellations in Ariel drop following mayor's efforts with Transport Ministry
The cancellation rate for public transport in Ariel has fallen to 2.6% in recent days, with 16 cancellations out of 615 trips. This is the lowest rate among municipalities served by Tenufa transport company, compared to 15.9% in Beit Shemesh and 6.2% in Kiryat Yearim. The mayor stated that efforts to combat trip cancellations will continue until reaching zero cancellations.
Have a good week! · 10.10.2026
Have a good week! We're back to routine with fresh energy — may it be a peaceful, fruitful week full of good things.
Shabbat Shalom from Ariel! · 09.10.2026
Wishing everyone a peaceful Shabbat — a Shabbat of light, joy and tranquility. See you after Shabbat with news and updates from the city.
Business in Ariel: Pizza Roma
Pizza Roma — pizzerias in Ariel, located at Ha'Amal 2. Full details at: arielcity.co.il/business-pizza-roma.html
Ariel Guide: Hummus Restaurants in Ariel
Hummus restaurants and Israeli eateries in Ariel: addresses and phone numbers. For more information: arielcity.co.il/food-hummus.html
Ariel Guide: Asian Restaurants in Ariel
Asian cuisine in Ariel: sushi, noodles and Japanese food. Full information: arielcity.co.il/food-asian.html
Business in Ariel: M.N. Plumbing Services
Looking for a plumber in Ariel? M.N. Plumbing Services. Full details on the business page: arielcity.co.il/business-mn-instalatzia.html
🤱Dear mothers, now it's your turn to support another mother!
The Municipality of Ariel is launching a training program for postpartum mother companions, designed for women who wish to support other women through this stage. The training will consist of five meetings held on Mondays in November from 18:00 to 21:00. To register and for more information, contact Natali at 050-9178727.
Women of Ariel,
Residents of Ariel are encouraged to make annual breast cancer screening a priority, as early detection of the disease significantly improves survival rates. The key message is that health awareness and regular screening should not be limited to a specific time of year.
Useful to Know: City Hotline 106 and Mayor's Office Phone · 8.10
Ariel's city hotline is available at 106, and the Mayor's Office can be reached at 03-9061601. Save these numbers — they're always handy.
Residents of Ariel, it's time to choose!
The new padel courts at Ariel's municipal sports center will be ready for use in several months. The Municipality of Ariel is inviting residents to choose the color of the equipment from four options: orange, blue, green, and pink.
Business in Ariel: Pizza Tapuach
Pizza Tapuach — a pizzeria in Ariel. For more details, visit: arielcity.co.il/business-pizza-tapuach.html
Do your children love books, series and funny stories 😂?
Veteran Israeli author Nadav Noé will appear at Ariel's municipal library on Tuesday, October 13, for a discussion about writing children's books, inspiring a love of reading, and adapting literary works for the world of animation. The meeting, aimed at students in grades 3 and above, will cover the creation process of series like "Bool B'Foni" and "Making a Neighbourhood," as well as his work "Life According to Yinon," which was selected for the Ministry of Education catalogue. Tickets cost 30 shekels, with limited seating.
Business in Ariel: Pizza Ash
Looking for a pizzeria in Ariel? Pizza Ash is located at Nahshonimim Road 31. Full details on the business page: arielcity.co.il/business-pizza-esh.html
Ariel Guide: Shops in Ariel — Municipal Directory
List of shops in Ariel from the official municipal directory: addresses and phone numbers. Full information: arielcity.co.il/shops-list.html
Want to advertise in Ariel? We have bulletin boards · 7.10
The Ariel City website features a jobs board and a real estate section, and you can also purchase premium advertising space. For details: arielcity.co.il/advertise.html
Ariel Guide: Leumit Health Fund Ariel
Leumit Health Fund in Ariel: address and phone number of the branch on Derech HaNachshoneem. For all information: arielcity.co.il/health-leumit.html
Business in Ariel: BaShishi / Bulldog Catering
BaShishi / Bulldog Catering — restaurants and food in Ariel. Full details at: arielcity.co.il/business-beshishi-catering.html
Government Research Grants Program Serves as Additional Funding Channel for Ariel University
Most of the budget from a government research grants program known as the "parallel track" has been directed to Ariel University. Journalistic investigation revealed that research proposals submitted through this track receive a higher approval rate compared to other research programs of the Science Ministry.
Business in Ariel: Liad's bakery
Liad's bakery — a home bakery in Ariel. For more details, visit: arielcity.co.il/business-liads-bakery.html
Ariel Guide: Summer Camps and Clubs in Ariel
Summer camps and children's clubs in Ariel: all programs through Gvanim Community Center, 5 Atzmaút Street. For more information: arielcity.co.il/culture-kids.html
Business in Ariel: Karols
Karols — meat and grill in Ariel, located at Herzl Street 79. Full details at: arielcity.co.il/business-karols.html
Business in Ariel: befresh Ariel
Looking for healthy food in Ariel? befresh Ariel. Full details on the business page: arielcity.co.il/business-befresh-ariel.html
Did You Know? About Ariel's Cultural Palace · 6.10
Ariel Cultural Palace is operating a summer events program for 2026, including concerts in a 530-seat hall.
Did you know? Ariel's target for 2030 · 6.10
Ariel's development plan is aimed at 100,000 residents by 2030 — a strong city, a promising future, as outlined in the municipal development plan.
Accounting Firm in Ariel — Sheshet HaYamim 20
Sheshet HaYamim 20 Accounting — accounting services in Ariel, located at Sheshet HaYamim 20. Full details available at: arielcity.co.il/business-cpa-shshet-hayamim.html
Ariel Guide: Pizza in Ariel — 17 pizzerias with addresses and delivery
All pizzerias in Ariel: 17 businesses with addresses, phone numbers and delivery options. From Italian pizza to strictly kosher pizza. For full information: arielcity.co.il/food-pizza.html
Ariel Guide: Restaurants Open on Saturday in Ariel
Which restaurants in Ariel are open on Saturday and what you should check in advance. Full information: arielcity.co.il/food-shabbat.html
Ariel Guide: Restaurants in Ariel — 78 restaurants, pizzerias and cafes
Complete restaurant guide for Ariel: 78 restaurants, pizzerias, hummus eateries, pubs and cafes with addresses, phone numbers and kashrut certification. For more information: arielcity.co.il/food.html
Ariel Guide: Ariel Culture Hall — Complete Guide
Ariel Culture Hall: 530 seats, box office, parking and events. For all information: arielcity.co.il/culture-hall.html
New on the site: Yaakov Milshtein — Hair Design
Yaakov Milshtein — Hair Design — a hair salon in Ariel, located at 33 Nakhshoneem Road. Full details on the website: arielcity.co.il/business-yaakov-milshtein-hair.html
New on the site: Zo Eretz Zo — Pet Shop
Zo Eretz Zo — a pet shop in Ariel, located at Nachashonim Road 33. Google rating of 4.6 out of 121 reviews. Full details on the website: arielcity.co.il/business-zo-eretz-zo-pet-shop.html
Did You Know? Ariel South neighborhood · 5.10
Ariel South neighborhood, approved in 2018, is currently undergoing active settlement, with construction ongoing and approximately half of the neighborhood already built.
New on the site: Galran Industries Ltd.
Galran Industries Ltd. — an aluminum supplier in Barkan Industrial Park, near Ariel, located at HaHoshen 4, Barkan. Google rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 91 reviews. For more details, visit: arielcity.co.il/business-galran-industries.html
Ariel Guide: Pubs and Bars in Ariel
8 pubs and bars in Ariel: addresses, phone numbers and style. Full details: arielcity.co.il/food-bars.html
City of Ariel Bows Its Head 🕯️
The city of Ariel will hold memorial events in the coming days to honor residents killed in the October 7, 2023 attack and during the Iron Swords war, led by the city mayor and municipal council members. The events will include commemoration of eleven residents who fell in the incident and fighting.
New on site: 52 new businesses in Ariel's business directory
We've added 52 new businesses to the site: restaurants and cafés, shops and supermarkets, health and fitness, beauty and wellness, leisure and more — each with its own page featuring address and phone number in Hebrew, Russian, English and French. All businesses: arielcity.co.il/businesses.html
Business in Ariel: Taxis 10 Ariel
Taxis 10 Ariel — taxi service in Ariel. Full details on the website: arielcity.co.il/business-taxi10.html
Dear residents,
Mayor Yair Staboun will lead an urgent meeting tomorrow with the Ministry of Transportation in Jerusalem, together with heads of other municipalities, to demand an immediate solution to public transportation problems in Ariel. The city is suffering from recurring delays and irregular bus arrivals that are affecting residents. The municipality is demanding an end to these occurrences and reliable service operations.
How wonderful to celebrate Simchat Torah in Ariel, capital of Samaria!
Ariel marked the Simchat Torah holiday with a procession featuring dancing (hakafot) in which hundreds of residents and families participated alongside municipal leadership representatives. The celebration also commemorated three years since the "Iron Swords" war, with the community's joint dancing presented as an expression of communal resilience. The event was organized in cooperation between the municipal company and the city's religious council.
«Rejoice and be glad in the joy of Torah»
Ariel will hold a Simchat Torah celebration with circle dancing on Friday, 22 Tishrei, at 21:00 in Nachal Park on Mivtza Kadesh Street. The event is open to the public with free admission. Children will receive surprises during the gathering. Participants are asked not to bring bicycles, scooters, animals, or glass into the park. Armed individuals must arrive with a valid licence and identification badge.
Have a good week! · 03.10.2026
Wishing all residents of Ariel a good and blessed week! May it be a week of good news, success, and good health.
Happy Simchat Torah and Shabbat Shalom · 5787
Dear residents of Ariel! Wishing you a joyous Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah! A day of celebration, dancing, and Torah study. Good and blessed Shabbat!
From Crisis to Resilience
Ariel will host a memorial evening for fighters of the Iron Swords war, featuring remarks from the city mayor and a lecture by Itzik Guaili, father of Roni Guaili who was killed in combat. The event will take place on Monday at the youth center "HaSpina." Admission is free.
Ariel Guide: Food Delivery in Ariel
Which restaurants in Ariel offer delivery and what you should know before ordering. For all information: arielcity.co.il/food-delivery.html
Ariel City Telegram Channel · 1.10
All news, job postings and real estate listings for Ariel — delivered to your phone. Join our Telegram channel: t.me/+ld_ykexhuYYzMjY0 and follow our Facebook page: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61594609340414
Ariel Guide: Vehicle Electrical and Air Conditioning in Ariel
Auto repair shops in Ariel specializing in vehicle electrical systems and air conditioning. For more information: arielcity.co.il/auto-electric.html
Did you know? How many residents live in Ariel today · 6.10
According to a Central Bureau of Statistics estimate from July 2026, Ariel is home to 22,443 residents. The city ranks 110th among local authorities in Israel, and its population has grown 2.8-fold since 1990.
Tu B'Av concert at the Culture Hall
A special event as part of the Ariel Culture Hall's 2026 summer program, 530 seats.
Organized tours to the National Library
Group departures as part of the municipality's summer events program.
Move-in progressing in the "Ariel-South" neighborhood
The neighborhood approved in 2018 is entering its actual move-in phase; construction is still under way and about half of the neighborhood has been built.
The "Amirim" neighborhood in West Ariel moves forward
Hundreds of additional housing units approved following a decision by the Ministry of Construction and Housing.
Yair Shtavon serves as mayor
Mayor's office: 03-9061601. Municipal hotline active at 106.
The Adelson School of Medicine under construction
The medical center and school of medicine are being built near the university campus.
The West Ariel Industrial Zone expands
About 10 active factories and roughly 20 more under construction in the west of the city.
22,443 residents according to CBS estimate
The city ranks 110th among local authorities in Israel, a 2.8-fold increase since 1990.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current mayor of Ariel?
As of the latest update, the sitting mayor of Ariel is Yair Shtavon. Anyone who wants to contact the mayor's office can call 03-9061601, and for general municipal inquiries there's also a municipal hotline available at 106. News about municipal activity, including ceremonies and project updates, is published on the site on an ongoing basis and updated periodically, so it's worth checking back on Ariel's news page to stay informed.
How many residents does Ariel have today?
According to a Central Bureau of Statistics estimate from July 2026, 22,443 people live in Ariel, placing it 110th among local authorities in Israel. That's a roughly 2.8-fold increase since 1990, the year large-scale immigration to the city from the former Soviet Union began. The population continues to grow today as well, partly thanks to the move-in of new neighborhoods such as Ariel-South and Amirim.
What's happening with the new Ariel-South neighborhood?
The Ariel-South neighborhood was approved back in 2018, and the neighborhood entered its actual move-in phase in 2025–2026 — meaning new residents keep moving in, while construction is still under way and about half of the neighborhood has been built. This is one of the standout projects driving Ariel's population growth in recent years, alongside the Amirim neighborhood in the west of the city, where hundreds of additional housing units were approved following a decision by the Ministry of Construction and Housing.
What cultural events take place in Ariel in the summer?
As part of the Ariel Culture Hall's 2026 summer program, a special Tu B'Av concert was held in the 530-seat hall, and organized tours to the National Library also took place as part of the municipality's summer events program. These are examples of the cultural events the municipality and the Culture Hall hold on an ongoing basis — it's worth following the news page and checking for updates on upcoming events.