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Beit Shemesh News⁚ Recent Events and Developments

Beit Shemesh has witnessed a range of significant events in recent times.​ The city saw a change in leadership as Shmuel Greenberg of Degel Hatorah won the mayoral race against incumbent Aliza Bloch‚ marking a shift in the city’s political landscape.​ This follows a concerted effort by the ultra-Orthodox community to regain control of the municipality.​

Tragically‚ a two-year-old child passed away after being left unattended in a car in Beit Shemesh‚ highlighting a recurring concern during the hot summer months.​ In a separate incident‚ a bus carrying children overturned near the city‚ resulting in injuries to over 30 individuals.​

On a positive note‚ the long-awaited New Tunnel Road in Beit Shemesh opened to traffic‚ significantly ahead of schedule.​ This development promises to alleviate traffic congestion and improve connectivity within the city.​

These recent events reflect the diverse challenges and developments shaping Beit Shemesh‚ ranging from political shifts and social issues to infrastructure improvements and ongoing safety concerns.​