After requesting a feasibility study for a surface metro between Calheta and Caniçal, the PS presents another diploma aimed at transport/accessibility. In this case, Gonçalo Leite Velho has submitted a draft regional legislative decree entitled ‘Legal Regime of traffic restriction zones for Rent-a-Car.’ The proposal “establishes the legal regime for…
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Christmas is definitely in the air as the 11th Edition of the Winter Market, an initiative of the Funchal City Council, started yesterday. The event has 19 artisanal vendors offering a wide variety of crafts from ceramics, recycling, the use of stone and stainless steel for jewelry, crochet, knitting, and…
Between the 5th of December and the 11th of January, Circo Mundial will bring joy to Madeirans with their Christmas season’s entertainment, including ‘The Magic of Christmas.’ The circus will be set up at Pier 8 in Funchal, a perfect spot for family fun, as Luna Park will also be…
The National Union of Drivers and Other Workers (SNMOT) has issued a press statement saying that tomorrow, the 21st of October, a Workers’ Plenary will be held between 15:00 and 18:00 which may affect SIGA Rooeste bus services during this time. The company apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.…
The Regional Command of the PSP carried a series of inspection in the early hours of Sunday morning of about 80 vehicles in the Poiso area, on the suspicion of participating in illegal races. The suveillance led to the siezure of seven cars. “The operation was planned based on anonymous…
Mainland Portugal and the Autonomous Regions of Madeira and the Azores will turn their clocks back one hour early on Sunday, October 26th, marking the beginning of winter. The time change will occur at 02:00, so don’t forget to adjust your clocks by 60 minutes. In the Autonomous Region of…
Traffic chaos ensued this morning at Ponta de SĂŁo Lourenço, in Caniçal. A bus with tourists was even blocked in Ponta do Rosto, due to traffic. So much so that the police had to be called in to help relieve the situation. According to local newspapers, many tour companies have…
The Ocean Victory cruise ship has already left the port of Funchal and is now heading to Montevideo, Uruguay, where it will begin its winter operation. This crossing marks the repositioning of the ship for the South American season, during which it will explore itineraries different from the usual European…
From the 27th to the 31st of October, the Institute of Wine, Embroidery and Handicrafts of Madeira (IVBAM) is hosting its second ‘Weaving and Tapestry Week.’ An initiative that aims to value and disseminate the traditional arts and crafts of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. The course aims to celebrate…
Perched atop the cliffs of Camacha in Porto Santo, the wind flows freely, and the northern sea unfolds endlessly in a deep blue expanse. Amid the serene autumn silence and the faint sound of waves crashing below, the new Lapa Viewpoint emerges as a breathtaking gem on the island’s northern…
For a few days, a new mobile rubbish container is stationed in Rua Velha da Ajuda, S. Martinho parish. The cute box has several “mouths” for residents to drop off the following types of refuse for recycling – hold on: CDs and DVD’s, batteries, kitchen utensils (such as pots and…
A news article printed in the ‘Portugal News’ indicates that there has been a higher-than-usual demand for AIMA services as many resident permits expired in June. Resident Permits in Portugal were administratively extended due to the pandemic and a high number of immigrants seeking refuge in Portugal, eliminating the need…
The Funchal City Council informs that, within the scope of the municipal contract called “Implementation of mobility and traffic calming measures 2024/2025”, it is necessary to make some temporary changes to road traffic during October and November. The changes are: FROM 14.10.2025 (TUESDAY) TO 14.11.2025 (FRIDAY) Road traffic at the…
Last night’s rain left one road in Estreito de Câmara de Lobos almost impassable, due to flooding. According to AmĂlcar Figueira, this is a chronic situation on Rua AntĂłnio PrĂłcoro Macedo JĂşnior, whenever there is intense rain. “Once again, the road was completely flooded, making it difficult for vehicles and…
A seagull that tested positive for the avian influenza virus (H5) was collected on the 4th of October in Funchal. The confirmation was made by the National Institute of Agrarian and Veterinary Research (INIAV) on the 13th, after analysis of samples sent by the Veterinary Service of the Region. The…