Portugal Resident15 SeptHundreds of firefighters tackle reignitions in Proença-a-Nova
The largest fire on the mainland today, in Alvito da Beira, was mobilizing 620 personnel at the end of this morning, supported by 207 vehicles and six aircraft. Fires in The post Hundreds of firefighters tackle reignitions in Proença-a-Nova appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptAlgarve duo take on Ironman to shine a light on men’s mental health
When Martin Marks talks about what is driving him to take on one of the toughest physical challenges of his life, his enthusiasm is infectious. The South African owner of The post Algarve duo take on Ironman to shine a light on men’s mental health appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptFind your new four-legged friend at AlgarveShopping adoption day
Anyone thinking about adding a new four-legged member to the family will have the chance to meet dogs and cats looking for homes at AlgarveShopping on Saturday, September 19. The The post Find your new four-legged friend at AlgarveShopping adoption day appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptLiberals accuse government of talking about a “wonderland” country
It’s another less than good day for Portugal’s coalition government, which, on paper at least, has been doing so well. Yes, the ratings agencies love Portugal, and yes, foreigners love The post Liberals accuse government of talking about a “wonderland” country appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptFaro’s Teatro Lethes opens new season with Algarve Orchestra
Faro’s historic Teatro Lethes will open its new season on September 17, launching almost three months of performances ranging from classical music and theatre to dance, cinema and stand-up comedy. The post Faro’s Teatro Lethes opens new season with Algarve Orchestra appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptZoomarine resident offer returns with tickets from €17
Algarve residents can once again take advantage of discounted tickets to Zoomarine, with the park’s popular Resident Campaign returning for visits between September 17 and 30. Tickets are priced at The post Zoomarine resident offer returns with tickets from €17 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptPublic consultation on Foupana dam extended to October 16
The public consultation period for the proposed Foupana dam in the eastern Algarve has been extended until October 16, giving residents and other interested parties three additional working days to The post Public consultation on Foupana dam extended to October 16 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptPM dubs Portugal “a mature democracy” with “very qualified justice system”
Portugal’s prime minister, Luís Montenegro, has given a speech today in which he described the country is a “mature democracy” with a “highly qualified” justice system. He did counter the The post PM dubs Portugal “a mature democracy” with “very qualified justice system” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptPetition against Portugal’s Volta recycling scheme signed by over 37,000
A petition calling for the suspension of Portugal’s Volta bottle and can deposit-return system has surpassed 37,000 signatures, as criticism of the scheme continues several months after its launch. The The post Petition against Portugal’s Volta recycling scheme signed by over 37,000 appeared first on Portugal Resident
Portugal Resident15 SeptPortugal records 66 Mpox cases in six weeks as virus spreads locally
Portugal has recorded 66 cases of a relatively new Mpox variant in just six weeks, with the World Health Organisation confirming that the virus is now being transmitted locally rather The post Portugal records 66 Mpox cases in six weeks as virus spreads locally appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptSocial media beats reading in Portugal’s free time
Portuguese people are far more likely to spend their free time on social media than reading for pleasure, according to a new survey presented by the Portuguese Association of Publishers The post Social media beats reading in Portugal’s free time appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptIncreasing number of students per class “does not harm quality of education”
With agreement last night on increasing class sizes (beyond previously prescribed limits) to accommodate the hundreds of pupils waiting to hear which school will receive them, Education Minister Fernando Alexandre The post Increasing number of students per class “does not harm quality of education” appeared first on Po
Portugal Resident15 SeptRenewables produced 74.4% of electricity in first eight months of year
Renewable energy accounted for 74.4% of the electricity generated in mainland Portugal between January and August this year, according to the latest bulletin from APREN, the Renewable Energy Association. In The post Renewables produced 74.4% of electricity in first eight months of year appeared first on Portugal Reside
Portugal Resident15 SeptFootwear industry embarks on largest investment ever
The Portuguese footwear industry is this year completing “the largest investment cycle ever”, with €100 million invested in sustainability, digitalisation, artificial intelligence and new technologies “bolstering the sector’s confidence” in The post Footwear industry embarks on largest investment ever appeared first on
Portugal Resident15 SeptMercadona confirms opening date for first Algarve store
Mercadona has finally confirmed the opening date for its first supermarket in the Algarve, with the new Portimão store due to welcome customers on October 15. The Spanish supermarket chain The post Mercadona confirms opening date for first Algarve store appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptPJ national director under formal investigation over allegations of abuse of power, false statements in court
The Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the current director of the PJ, Carlos Cabeiro, and other colleagues for the alleged commission of the crimes of false statements and abuse of The post PJ national director under formal investigation over allegations of abuse of power, false statements in court appeared f
Portugal Resident15 SeptNational footvolley champions crowned in Carvoeiro
Portugal’s new national footvolley champions were crowned last weekend in Carvoeiro, following two days of competition on the Algarve coast. The final stage of the 21st National Footvolley Championship was The post National footvolley champions crowned in Carvoeiro appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptPortugal stands out for decline in democracy – report
Portugal is one of the countries that stood out for its decline in democratic performance in recent years, due to indicators such as freedom of expression, civil liberties and credibility The post Portugal stands out for decline in democracy – report appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptAround 60 municipalities at maximum wildfire risk as temperatures hit 37°C
Around 60 municipalities across mainland Portugal are at maximum rural fire risk today (September 15), as hot and dry conditions continue across much of the country. The highest level of The post Around 60 municipalities at maximum wildfire risk as temperatures hit 37°C appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptMEO confirms mass attack behind internet disruption across Portugal
Portuguese telecoms operator MEO has confirmed it was targeted by a “mass attack” on Monday, causing internet and mobile communications problems reported across Portugal. The company said the attack caused The post MEO confirms mass attack behind internet disruption across Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptIrish buyers remain strong in Algarve property market
Irish buyers remain key players in Portugal’s prime Algarve property market, according to the Engel & Völkers Market Report Portugal 2025–2026. The findings come ahead of the Moving to Portugal The post Irish buyers remain strong in Algarve property market appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptWhat a difference a year makes…
“It’s almost a year!” Jenny smiles. “Amigo’s year has been a long one!” As president of the Association for Protection Animals Algarve (APAA), Jenny comes across sad and happy endings. The post What a difference a year makes… appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident15 SeptVision becomes reality at The Residences Vale do Lobo
Construction of The Residences Vale do Lobo has progressed significantly in recent months, with the elegant collection of 44 apartments, townhouses and linked villas now clearly taking shape. Masonry works The post Vision becomes reality at The Residences Vale do Lobo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 Sept905-kilo Algarve pumpkin wins national contest
An Algarve grower has secured the title of ‘pumpkin king’, taking the top prize at a national giant vegetable competition with an extraordinary specimen weighing 905 kilograms. José Rui Santos, The post 905-kilo Algarve pumpkin wins national contest appeared first on Portugal Resident .