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Portugal Resident3h agoConstruction worker seriously injured in 10-metre fall in Algarve
A 57-year-old man was seriously injured after falling approximately 10 metres while working at a construction site in Vila Real de Santo António, in the eastern Algarve, on Thursday, November The post Construction worker seriously injured in 10-metre fall in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News28 OctCrooked former Algarve mayor and ex-MP go on trial in Faro on corruption charges: ‘Cabrita received €10,000 per month in cash’
Former Vila Real de Santo António mayor Conceição Cabrita and former MP António Gameiro went on trial at Faro Court on Monday, 26 October, accused of passive corruption, the legal term for accepting a bribe. Cabrita admitted receiving money from a local businessman, but described it as a “loan” which she hoped to use i
Algarve Daily News22 OctWest Nile virus found in bird along Algarve’s Guadiana river, putting border area on alert
The detection of West Nile virus in a bird at Costa Esuri, on the Spanish side of the Guadiana river, has led Andalusian authorities to place the area on alert, as well as raising concerns just a stone's throw away in the Algarve municipalities of Vila Real de Santo António and Castro Marim.
The Portugal News6 OctFree medical transport in Algarve
Vila Real de Santo António guarantees free transport for medical appointments and exams for vulnerable residents.
Algarve Daily News2 OctAlgarve: Vengeful pensioner, 72, arrested after attempt to ambush neighbour with rifle goes wrong
A 72-year-old man suspected of shooting at another man after mistaking him for someone else in the rural Algarve area of Vila Real de Santo António has been arrested by Portugal’s Judicial Police (PJ) on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a prohibited firearm, following months of police investigation.
The Portugal News2 OctPopular Algarve fair returns for six days
Vila Real de Santo António is preparing for six days of food, crafts, shopping and entertainment as the traditional Feira da Praia returns from 8 to 13 October.
The Portugal News1 OctAlgarve promotes free trishaw rides for seniors and people with reduced mobility
The City Council of Vila Real de Santo António has begun a mobility and social inclusion scheme which provides free trips using trishaws, that is, three-wheeled vehicles modified for carrying passengers, to older adults and those who have limited mobility.
Portugal Resident29 SeptVRSA’s new planning blueprint open to public until November 9
Residents, property owners and businesses in the eastern Algarve municipality of Vila Real de Santo António have until November 9 to have their say on a major revision of the The post VRSA’s new planning blueprint open to public until November 9 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 SeptVRSA gives municipal markets a fresh new identity
Vila Real de Santo António Council has launched a new shared identity for the municipality’s three markets, designed to give greater visibility to local produce and the traders who work The post VRSA gives municipal markets a fresh new identity appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident17 SeptVRSA mayor demands urgent action on dangerous EN125 junctions
Vila Real de Santo António mayor Álvaro Araújo has called for urgent government action on the Algarve’s national EN125 road after a fatal accident renewed concerns over dangerous junctions in The post VRSA mayor demands urgent action on dangerous EN125 junctions appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 AugAffordable rental homes available in three Algarve municipalities
Homes in Olhão, Portimão and Vila Real de Santo António are included in a new round of affordable rental competitions opened by the Institute for Housing and Urban Rehabilitation (IHRU).
Algarve Daily News24 AugAlgarve: Dramatic Guadiana boat chase ends with seven arrests and 5.3 tonnes of hashish seized
Portugal’s National Republican Guard (GNR) has seized 5.3 tonnes of hashish and arrested seven men during an operation carried out over the weekend along the Guadiana River, in the Algarve municipalities of Vila Real de Santo António and Castro Marim, the security force announced today, 24 August.
Portugal Resident18 AugNew street workout park opens in Vila Real de Santo António
A new street workout park has opened at the Vila Real de Santo António municipal sports complex following an investment of €8,745. Located beside the existing skate park, the free-to-use The post New street workout park opens in Vila Real de Santo António appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 JulChaîne des Rôtisseurs celebrates Algarve gastronomy in Vila Real de Santo António
Confrères of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs in the Algarve were joined by a visiting member from Abu Dhabi for a special lunch at Três Marias, a charming restaurant located in The post Chaîne des Rôtisseurs celebrates Algarve gastronomy in Vila Real de Santo António appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 JulNew Citizen Spaces bring dozens of public services to all three VRSA parishes
Residents of all three parishes in the municipality of Vila Real de Santo António can now access dozens of public services closer to home following the launch of a new The post New Citizen Spaces bring dozens of public services to all three VRSA parishes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident8 JulCoach accused of sexually abusing child in Algarve released pending trial
A 29-year-old sports coach arrested in Vila Real de Santo António on suspicion of sexually abusing a 12-year-old child has been released pending trial after being ordered to report regularly The post Coach accused of sexually abusing child in Algarve released pending trial appeared first on Portugal Resident .