Residents of the Mishor Hagefen neighborhood in Ofakim, Israel, are coming together to heal and rebuild after a deadly attack by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023. The community has prioritized repairs and upgrades to public spaces, and residents have organized community activities and events to foster solidarity and togetherness. The city council has budgeted funds for landscaping, infrastructure, and a neighborhood memorial. While progress is being made, the scars of the attack remain, and residents mourn the loss of their neighbors and loved ones.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-scarred-ofakim-neighborhood-grows-into-a-community-after-october-7/
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