Dimona

Construction seen at Dimona site linked to suspected Israeli nuclear program - AP

Dimona's current reactor, which went online in the 1960s, is likely due for replacement or upgrade, which could also explain the construction. 

 A view of the Israeli nuclear facility in the Negev desert outside Dimona, now called the Shimon Peres Negev Nuclear Research Center.
 KKL-JNF to launch young community hubs in the periphery, led by pre-military academy graduates driving post-war social recovery.

KKL-JNF strengthens Israel’s war-hit communities with housing subsidies, new projects

 Construction work on the Innovation Center in Dimona

With an investment of NIS 45 million: The Innovation Center in Dimona is underway

 Sunrise Residences project by Geshem Holdings

New project in Dimona: 198 apartments in the first phase, permit within three months


Police find ancient treasures, weapons in Dimona antiquities probe

A Dimona resident was detained for questioning after the search uncovered not only the archaeological treasures but also a cache of weapons, ammunition, and currency. 

Ancient coins found in the home of a Dimona resident.

A new water park will be built in Israel's most unexpected city

Starting next week, an area designated for an indoor water park will be fenced off in the city of Dimona, according to Mayor Benny Biton.

 Some of the water slides that will be in the park

The innovation center in Dimona launches

On January 28, a launch event will be held for the new Innovation Center in Dimona. Mayor Benny Biton: "The breakthrough in renewable energy will come from here."

  Simulation: The Regional Innovation Center Project in Dimona

New water park to be built in Israel’s most unexpected city

According to Mayor Benny Biton, construction of an indoor water park in Dimona will begin next week, with site fencing


Dimona announces new innovation, green tech center

Some NIS 50 million will be invested in the project by the Economy Ministry, Israel Innovation Authority, Israel Aerospace Industries, and other partners. 

A mockup of Dimona's Darom innovation center.

Looking at the intelligent western jackdaw, which can be found in Shfelat Yehuda, Beit Guvrin areas

In general, the western jackdaw can be seen from the North to the southern line of Dimona.

The intelligent western jackdaw, which can be found in Shfelat Yehuda, Beit Guvrin areas.

IDF announces fallen soldier St.-Sgt. Nir Gofer, killed in Lebanon

"Nir was a hardworking boy, excelling in computers, who chose combat service out of a desire to contribute to the country," Dimona Mayor Benny Biton said.

 St.-Sgt. Nir Gofer, who fell in battle in Lebanon, November 13, 2024.

Soldier killed in Gaza had no Israeli citizenship, Hebrew Israelite community says

Members of Young's community spoke of his bravery and commitment to his family, and the hopes that this could lead to recognition of the community.

 Sergeant Elishai Young was killed in battle in the Gaza Strip and was a member of the African Israelites community of Dimona, October 20, 2024.

Israel to upgrade plutonium in Dimona nuclear reactor – report

Israel does not publicly acknowledge possessing nuclear weapons.

 View of the nuclear reactor in Dimona, Southern Israel. August 13, 2016.

Undoubtedly the cheapest apartment sold in Israel in recent years

A 2.5-room apartment in Dimona, ground floor, 54 sqm, was sold for a remarkably low price, far below current market rates in Israel and significantly less than the average per square meter in Dimona.

 1215 HaMa’apil St. Dimona

Israeli teams set world record for longest-ever penalty shootout

Dimona won the shootout 23-22 after each side took 28 penalties.

 The Israeli Premier League match between Hapoel Jerusalem and Hapoel Haifa at the Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem on December 10, 2023.