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Impetigo Outbreak

Madeira is facing an outbreak of impetigo, a contagious skin infection. According to RTP-Madeira, there are 11 suspected cases so far, of which seven have been confirmed by the Regional Health Service. RTP-Madeira also adds that the Francisco Franco Secondary School has the highest number of incidences.  Samantha Gannon info…

Wastewater Study

A Judicial Police (PJ) expert who was heard at the Permanent Civil Protection Commission today says the PJ is ready to proceed with a wastewater study. Cláudia Perestrelo, from the PSD, was the first deputy to want clarification. Maria João Caldeira, in response to the recent amendment of the Drug…

Remembrance Day Service

On Sunday, the 10th of November at 10:45, Holy Trinity Church, Funchal will be holding its annual Remembrance Day Service. The service is open to anyone who would like to remember those who have fallen or been wounded while serving their country. Please note, it is advisable to arrive approximately…

Albuquerque: 12% Water Bill Increase – Irrelvelant

Águas e Residuos da Madeira ARM/Regional Government intends to increase the price of water by 12%.  Annoyed at the indignation of the region’s mayors, Miguel Albuquerque reacted by saying that it was an insignificant increase because it represented only three cents for each cubic meter of water. This may be…

SIGA Bus Network Drama

Milton Teixeira, president of the Parish Council of Caniço, considers that the change from public transport to the SIGA network “is not complying” with proper operation. Speaking to JM-FM radio, the mayor reports that in the Garajau area, “where thousands of people live and hundreds take the bus,” he is…

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