Holy Trinity Church, Funchal will be hosting a mini Christmas Fair on Sunday the 24th of November from 12:30 -14:30. There will be a selection of Christmas cards, decorations, and goodies on sale. We look forward to seeing you there. Samantha Gannon info at madeira-weekly.com
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The Mayor of Funchal presented, earlier this afternoon, the ‘Funchal Christmas’ programme, which starts on the 25th of November and ends on the 6th of January. On Monday, the 25th at 5:30 pm, Praça do Peixe, located at the market is the stage for a ‘Christmas Magic musical.’ The Christmas…
Christmas in all her glory will illuminate the streets of Funchal and surrounding areas from the 1st of December until the 8th of January, confirmed the Regional Secretariat for Economy, Tourism, and Culture, Eduardo Jesus. In a press statement, the Regional Secretary stated that the lights will cover the main…
The Directorate-General for Consumers (DGC) today warned consumers about promotions in November, such as ‘Black Friday,’ in which false discounts, misleading advertising, or unfair commercial practices may be used. In the campaign “Compare prices and consider your purchase – It’s your decision!” The DGC urges consumers to be aware of…
The Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) was out today talking to workers from several regional public companies as part of their campaign ‘Increase Wages and Pensions for a Better Life.’ As part of this, they defend the right for people to retire after 40 years of work regardless of age. The…
The President of the Government, Miguel Albuquerque, today visited the second Battery Power Plant to be installed in the Region by the Madeira Electricity Company (EEM), in Caniçal. The completion of this work is scheduled for the end of this year. In a statement, it was said: “The installation of…
Everything is set to bring in the new private medical consultation fees from the 1st of December. Pedro Ramos, whilst celebrating European Antibiotic Day, which took place today at the Health Service of the Region (SESARAM) denied that there was any disagreement with the doctors, namely the Medical Council of…
Madeirans are being tricked into responding to an SMS from a real CTT number about a fraudulent package in order to obtain personal data. “Customs clearance of the shipment RR38560118374PT has been suspended due to lack of delivery data, Please update the data at: ctt-geral.com.” This message has been received…
The director of the Local Unit of the Infection Prevention and Control and Antimicrobial Resistance Program (UL-PPCIRA) of the Regional Health Service (SESARAM) guarantees that, in Madeira, the use of antibiotics is lower than on the mainland, yet recognizes that there is work to be done to raise awareness of…
The PCP has presented in the context of a discussion in the specialty of the State Budget for 2025, a proposal that during the next year, the Government of the Republic ensures the existence of a regular maritime passenger transport line between Madeira Island and the Portuguese mainland,” said Ricardo…
The Union of Commerce, Offices and Services Workers of Portugal (CESP) has expressed its total disagreement with the extension of working hours in the commerce sector, during the Christmas season. “Commerce already practices long working hours, so it makes no sense to extend it, further penalizing workers who, in addition…
The President of the Regional Government considers that political stability is essential for economic growth. Miguel Albuquerque, while visiting Saúl e Filhos, stated that he is in a surreal situation, that has nothing to do with real life. Businessmen and families want an approved budget and it is up to…
The CDU was in Santo da Serra today to “give voice to the stallholders and customers” of the Agricultural Market who, according to a statement from the party, demand the Municipality of Santo Cruz to take accountability of the degenerative state of the market and infrastructure. Ricardo Lume, leader of…
Paulo Cafôfo assured today, that housing is the main priority for the PS-Madeira, and defended that the millions of euros, referring to the illegal support that was granted to companies in the Free Trade Zone, which the Tax Authority has been recovering, be channelled into the construction and rehabilitation of…
Controversy surrounds the new air mobility subsidy ruling. Now, only citizens residing in Madeira from the European Union, Schengen area, and Brazil are entitled to request a refund. This decision has already caused various inconveniences to sports clubs, students, and children of excluded residents residing in the Region. CTT is…