Algarve Daily News28 JulBritish surfer Arran Strong, 27, named as man missing off Aljezur coast, as search for expat continues despite fog
The foreign national who vanished off the coast of Arrifana beach, in the Algarve, on Monday, 27 July, has been named as British surfer Arran Strong, 27. The man disappeared off the coast of Aljezur while undertaking a stand-up paddle crossing. Authorities revealed that today’s search efforts had been severely hampered
Algarve Daily News28 Jul‘The burqa law comes to Silves’: Anglo-Portuguese author Isabel Stilwell slams Silves Cathedral over conservative dress code
Anglo-Portuguese journalist and author Isabel Stilwell, 66, has alleged that she was prevented from entering Silves Cathedral after being told her exposed shoulders and knees breached the monument's dress code.
Algarve Daily News28 Jul54-year-old arsonist arrested in Olhão after allegedly lighting Fuseta forest fire with cigarette
A 54-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of deliberately starting a forest fire in Fuseta by discarding a lit cigarette, with the blaze only being contained thanks to the swift response of firefighters.
Portugal Resident28 JulFire cuts off A25 in Guarda; firefighters battle to stop flames spreading
The fire that broke out yesterday in the municipality of Guarda is still burning and has forced the closure of the A25 in both directions between Pínzio and the Leomil The post Fire cuts off A25 in Guarda; firefighters battle to stop flames spreading appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulMan arrested after allegedly starting wildfire with cigarette
A 54-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of deliberately starting a wildfire in Fuzeta, in the Algarve municipality of Olhão, by throwing a lit cigarette butt into dry vegetation. The post Man arrested after allegedly starting wildfire with cigarette appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JuleasyJet launches ticket sales for summer 2027 with flights starting at €30 including to Portugal
Low-cost airline easyJet has launched its customary “Big Seat Release” campaign, making flights available for the summer season through 26 September 2027.
The Portugal News28 JulPortugal submits revision of Recovery and Resilience Plan to Brussels
Portugal has submitted a new request to the European Commission to amend its Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP), marking the seventh revision since the programme was approved and as the deadline for completing projects under the EU-funded initiative draws closer.
Portugal Resident28 JulPJ official takes responsibility for ‘drugs trailer’ decision; chain of evidence claims ‘collapse’
A senior Polícia Judiciária official has taken responsibility for the decision to place a trailer containing seized chemicals during a drugs operation in the temporary custody of a private contractor The post PJ official takes responsibility for ‘drugs trailer’ decision; chain of evidence claims ‘collapse’ appeared fir
Portugal Resident28 JulCastro Marim goes back in time to Medieval Days
For five days every August, the usually quiet town of Castro Marim undergoes an extraordinary transformation. Its streets fill with kings and queens, knights, monks, merchants and jesters as one The post Castro Marim goes back in time to Medieval Days appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulBritish surfer living in Portugal remains missing in Aljezur
The young man who has been missing since 27 July off the coast of Aljezur, in the Algarve, is British surfer Arran Strong, revealed José Maria Pyrrait, who was with him at the time of his disappearance.
Portugal Resident28 JulSix months after Storm Kristin, recovery remains painfully incomplete
Six months after Storm Kristin tore across Portugal, municipalities in some of the worst-affected areas are still waiting for adequate government support; residents remain caught in insurance disputes and essential The post Six months after Storm Kristin, recovery remains painfully incomplete appeared first on Portugal
The Portugal News28 JulMore than 150 people detained over suspected forest fires in Portugal this year
More than 150 people have been detained on suspicion of causing forest fires in Portugal since the beginning of the year, as reported by the National Republican Guard (GNR), as the country continues to battle one of its most critical periods for wildfires.
Portugal Resident28 JulFire in Penafiel exposes horrific animal cruelty
A wildfire affecting what has been described as a “private animal shelter” has exposed horrific animal neglect. IRA (standing for Animal Rescue and Intervention) found dogs and horses that were The post Fire in Penafiel exposes horrific animal cruelty appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulFire in Guarda in Portugal forces closure of A25 and EN16 highways
The A25 highway and the National Road (EN) 16 are closed in both directions between Guarda and Alto do Leomil, in the municipality of Almeida, due to a fire raging in that area of the Guarda district, Civil Protection said.
Portugal Resident28 JulCHEGA MP filmed entering parliament at 7am; leader’s office unlocked
The unusual story of ‘vandalism’ reported in the parliamentary office of CHEGA leader André Ventura today is rapidly becoming even more bizarre with reports that CCTV footage from Parliament show The post CHEGA MP filmed entering parliament at 7am; leader’s office unlocked appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulSeven flamingo chicks hatch at Lagos Zoo
Seven greater flamingo chicks have hatched at Lagos Zoo after keepers adopted an unusual solution to a four-year breeding drought: adding more flamingos to the flock. The park welcomed several The post Seven flamingo chicks hatch at Lagos Zoo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulBritish surfer Arran Strong identified as missing paddleboarder
The stand-up paddleboarder who disappeared off the Algarve coast on Monday has been identified as British surfer Arran Strong, a rising star of Portuguese competitive surfing whose disappearance has sent The post British surfer Arran Strong identified as missing paddleboarder appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulLisbon’s Beach Escape
Stretching along the dramatic, sun-drenched coastline just south of the Caparica cliffs, Fonte da Telha stands as a great getaway from the rhythmic frenzy of urban Lisbon.
The Portugal News28 JulAndré Ventura's office vandalised at the Assembly of the Republic
The office of André Ventura, leader of Chega, located in the parliamentary group's facilities at the Assembly of the Republic, was reportedly vandalised in the early hours of 28 July.
Portugal Resident28 JulRolling up sleeves for animals across the Algarve
It’s summer and the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA) has some behind-the-scenes work to accomplish. Jenny Clarke, APAA president, and Anita Wright are taking on the Alvor Charity The post Rolling up sleeves for animals across the Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 JulCourt cases leave almost 300 pets trapped in shelters for years
Hundreds of dogs and cats are being kept in Portugal’s municipal animal shelters for years because they have become evidence — or disputed “property” — in court proceedings that appear The post Court cases leave almost 300 pets trapped in shelters for years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 JulWhat to do in Faro: A local guide to the Algarve's capital
Many people think of Faro simply as the place where their Algarve holiday begins. It's where you land, pick up your rental car and, if you're lucky, grab a copy of The Portugal News at the airport before heading to Albufeira, Lagos or one of the many beach resorts along the coast. But Faro deserves much more than being
The Portugal News28 JulRyanair launches €14.99 flights from Portugal to destinations across Europe
If you've been thinking about a last-minute summer getaway, Ryanair has launched a new promotion with one-way flights from €14.99 from several Portuguese airports.