Estreito da Calheta is preparing to host the festival of the year, with the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament and the Feast of Our Lady of Grace, scheduled for the 14th, 15th, 16th, and 17th of August. Organised by the Confraternity of Our Lady of Grace, the Confraternity of the…
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The Casa do Povo da Calheta has opened enrollment for their antique lace course. Training will take place on Thursdays between 10:00 – 14:00, starting on the 11th of September. All interested parties can register in person, at the headquarters of Casa do Povo da Calheta, or by calling 291…
A replica of the historic Norwegian ship ‘Restauration’ has docked in Funchal harbour in honour of the first major emigration to the USA. The ‘Restauration’ is a faithful replica of the ship that transported the first Norwegian emigrants to the United States in the seventeenth century. Its visit to Madeira…
MADS (Madeira Amateur Dramatics Society), in conjunction with DIÁRIO, presents ‘Break a Leg’ at the Madeira Congress Centre today and Friday at 21:00 and on Saturday at 18:00. The musical show highlights the most famous Broadway and West End musicals and promises to delight audiences both young and old. The…
As usual, because of the festivities in the parish of Monte, the carreiros will take a week off between the second and third week of August. In a press release, the Association of Carreiros do Monte stated: “We inform you that, due to the holding of the Festivities of Our…
Looking for an authentic Madeiran cookbook? Look no further. Anita Fischer’s – 24 Menus From Madeira – is perfect for any cook or chef who wants to explore the vibrant flavours of Madeira, understand how different regions of the island influence local dishes, or recreate a favourite Madeiran meal at…
Madeira is set to undergo a reorganisation as a tourist destination, a change that may be unpopular but is deemed necessary to maintain its quality and sustainability, announced the President of the Regional Government. “We are entering a new phase,” said Miguel Albuquerque. “We will work closely with tourism agents…
Portugal has 512,000 pending nationality applications, and only 15% of this figure concerns Portuguese nationals born abroad, states the Minister to the Presidency, António Leitão Amaro. In a parliamentary debate on nationality law, the minister explained that, “last year, applications for naturalisation of foreigners based on residence increased five times…
The Madeira Regional Delegation of the Union Association of Police Professionals (ASPP/PSP/) reacted to the stabbing of a young police officer in Ribeira Brava. Through the regional delegation, the ASPP/PSP reveals its deep concern over the serious occurrence recorded during the São Pedro Festivities, in the village of Ribeira Brava,…
Café do Parque by Loft, the emblematic café in Largo da Fonte, will reopen on the 26th of June at 17:00. In an open invitation, sent by Monte Palace Madeira, the historical value of the space is highlighted, and is described as “a century-old establishment, with its own identity and…
As a special tribute to maestro Eurico Martins, the Madeira Mandolin Orchestra will be performing in the Noble Hall of the Legislative Assembly of Madeira at 21:00 on Wednesday, the 18th of June. This concert is part of the maestro’s birthday celebrations, which are celebrated on the 17th of June.…
A group of four young males is allegedly spreading terror among immigrants working in Madeira. Several cases of aggression have already been reported, but so far, the PSP has not yet been able to identify any of the suspects. This Saturday, a video was released on social media showing two…
“At a time when concerns are growing about illegal car racing and dangerous driving on Madeira’s roads, a group of automotive enthusiasts is preparing to present a concrete and responsible alternative.” More specifically, on the 14th of June, Praia Formosa will host an event that brings together approximately 300 vehicles…
UK company Fully Fused Fireworks will light the skies tonight in the first of the Festival of the Atlantic’s firework displays. Their show, ‘The Power of Dreams,’ starts at 22:30 in the bay of Funchal. “The objective of this competition is to achieve the ‘Atlantic Trophy.’ This is awarded by…
A study of wastewater will take place in Madeira with a view to detecting drugs and new psychoactive substances. The Department of Criminal Investigation of Madeira will lead the study and will host the first meeting of the project with its partner entities on the 6th of June at 12:30.…