The Portugal News7 SeptParque do Covelo for families in Porto
Parque do Covelo is a family-friendly urban park in Porto that combines green spaces and a playground for children and parents to play.
The Portugal News7 SeptIrrigation system investment to save 19 million cubic metres of water in the Algarve
A €15 million modernisation programme at the Alvor Irrigation Scheme is expected to significantly reduce water losses and improve the efficiency of one of the Algarve’s ageing agricultural networks.
Portugal Resident7 SeptBitcoins that slipped PJ custody end up in three accounts belonging to Canadian
With Minister for Interior Administration Luís Neves due to be questioned by a parliamentary committee tomorrow morning, and the motion of no confidence tabled by CHEGA – ostensibly due to The post Bitcoins that slipped PJ custody end up in three accounts belonging to Canadian appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 SeptSupermarket trolleys house seahorses in Portugal
Nine supermarket trolleys placed in the waters of the Tagus River near Trafaria Bay, in the municipality of Almada, are now artificial shelters for a significant population of seahorses.
The Portugal News7 SeptAlgarve city assigns 48 new street names
The street names have been assigned to roads and public spaces in Marmelete and the town of Monchique.
The Portugal News7 SeptRegion of Portugal approves more than €57 million to recover from Storm Kristin
The Intermunicipal Community (CIM) of Beira Baixa has approved a budget of €57.34 million to support the recovery of the territory in the context of Storm Kristin.
The Portugal News7 SeptFree trips on a historic Portuguese boat
The iconic Muleta Álvaro Velho boat will offer free trips on 19 September.
Algarve Daily News7 SeptCarvoeiro parking chaos may end, as Council approve plans for €6 million underground car park
Plans for a long-awaited €6 million underground car park in Carvoeiro, part of the municipality of Lagoa, have taken a significant step forward, with the project expected to go out to public tender for construction early next year.
Algarve Daily News7 SeptQuercus attacks Algarve incinerator plans as ‘anachronistic and unsuitable’, advocating for households to be charged based on the rubbish they produce
Quercus, Portugal’s National Association for Nature Conservation, has criticised the Government’s decision to build a waste incinerator in the Algarve, describing it as an “anachronistic and inappropriate” solution to the region’s seasonal peaks in waste production.
The Portugal News7 SeptMotion of no confidence against the Portuguese government confirmed
The Standing Committee unanimously approved today the convocation of a plenary session for 8 September to debate and vote on the Chega party's motion of censure against the Government, which is already guaranteed to be rejected.
Algarve Daily News7 SeptBernie Ecclestone, 95, detained in Cascais over illegal shotgun on private jet
Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone was detained at Tires Aerodrome in Cascais this morning, 7 September, after arriving in Portugal in his private jet. He is being investigated by Portugal’s Tax and Customs Authority over the alleged transportation of a shotgun.
The Portugal News7 SeptPortugal among hardest countries in Europe to buy a home on average salary
Portugal has been identified as one of the most difficult countries in Europe to buy a home on an average salary, with Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve among the areas facing the greatest pressure.
Portugal Resident7 SeptPortugal’s 21 finalists revealed for New 7 Wonders final
Portugal’s 21 finalists for the New 7 Wonders of Portugal have been confirmed, setting up the final public vote to select seven winners from landmarks and heritage sites across the The post Portugal’s 21 finalists revealed for New 7 Wonders final appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident7 SeptBrazil meat trade ban “should not impact market or raise prices”
The European Union’s (EU) suspension of imports of Brazilian animal products is not expected to cause any disruption to the Portuguese market or lead to increases in consumer prices. In The post Brazil meat trade ban “should not impact market or raise prices” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 SeptPublic transport campaign targeting youth in Portugal
On 7 September, Transportes Metropolitanos do Porto announced the launch of the ‘Validate Your Pass’ campaign for the Andante brand, aimed at promoting the adoption of the Youth Pass, which is free for those under 23, whether or not they are students.
Portugal Resident7 SeptBernie Ecclestone, 95, “arrested at Tires aerodrome for illegally carrying shotgun”
Bernie Ecclestone, who led Formula 1 for decades, has reportedly been arrested today, at Tires airfield, for illegally carrying a firearm (described by the British press as a shotgun). The The post Bernie Ecclestone, 95, “arrested at Tires aerodrome for illegally carrying shotgun” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 SeptRyanair accused of failing to provide human customer service in Spain
Ryanair has been reported to Spanish consumer authorities over claims that passengers calling its customer service numbers in Spain are unable to speak to a real person.
Portugal Resident7 SeptPortimão cultural hub closes after 12 years
A well-known cultural and well-being space in Portimão has closed its physical doors after 12 years, although some of the activities associated with it are set to continue elsewhere. Espaço The post Portimão cultural hub closes after 12 years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 SeptThousands of computer equipment arrive at Portugal's justice services
The Ministry of Justice (MJ) announced the start of distributing more than 24,000 pieces of computer equipment to reinforce "working conditions in the courts and other services," an operation that will continue until December.
Portugal Resident7 SeptFarmers unimpressed by government’s subsidy for agricultural diesel
Farmers are more than unimpressed by the government’s promise of a subsidy for agricultural diesel. With the PS Socialists’ mantra that the government is making money from constant fuel price The post Farmers unimpressed by government’s subsidy for agricultural diesel appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 SeptPortugal Increases Fuel Tax Discount
The Portuguese Government has increased its fuel tax discount by around three cents per litre for both petrol and diesel as drivers face another sharp rise in prices.
The Portugal News7 SeptDrivers in slow march protest fuel price increase in Portugal
A slow march of cars travelled along roads leading to the Galp refinery in Sines, in the Setúbal district, to protest the increase in fuel prices.
Portugal Resident7 SeptPortimão gears up for Vortex Hybrid Games
Up to 1,500 athletes are expected to compete at the second edition of the Vortex Hybrid Games in Portimão on September 19, just three months after the event made its The post Portimão gears up for Vortex Hybrid Games appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News7 SeptFerrari's Monza Misery Shows Old Problems Still Haunt Formula 1's Most Famous Team
Few teams in Formula 1 carry the weight of expectation that Ferrari faces every time it races at Monza. Yet once again, the Italian Grand Prix left the ‘Tifosi’ wondering whether the Scuderia's greatest rival is not Red Bull, Mercedes or McLaren, but itself.