Introduced for the first time this year, 'Maccabiah Village' draws Israeli and Diaspora Jews alike to Poleg beach for 8 days of sports, food and music

Local residents and Society for Protection of Nature say city violated national planning committee rules; Maccabiah denies allegations

Ecological corridor supposed to link Poleg reserve with wildflower hub and seasonal pool deemed too small, with court set to decide if city broke planning agreement