The RIR (React Include Recycle) Madeira party today expressed its “indignation” at the current conditions in which the maritime connections between Madeira and Porto Santo are being carried out. “It is from a total lack of respect on the part of the operator and with the connivance of the Regional…
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A video published this morning on social networks shows a guide accompanied by others crossing a dangerous winding path in Curral das Freiras, visibly ignoring the danger. The video, which is circulating on digital platforms, has generated several criticisms, in which the guide is accused of “lack of responsibility towards…
We met with a small group in the Gallery and saw this video: The author wrote about the effect the “broken windows” theory had on the descent of the crime rate in New York City in the 1990’s Due to “Stop & Frisk” (mainly on black men), the NY police…
PAN has expressed its “deep concern” with the lack of Municipal Climate Action Plans by the municipalities of the Region, which “reflects that none of them has any strategy or roadmap for carbon neutrality.” According to the party, the absence of these instruments “demonstrates a serious lack of planning and…
The Forestry Institute (IFCN) and the University of Madeira are evaluating the maximum capacity of popular tourist sites. Despite efforts to improve leisure areas and increased inspections, 23 administrative offences have been committed this year alone. Manuel Filipe defends the need for restrictions, saying, “If the capacity is for 100…
The Anadia Shopping Centre managed by Widerproperty, has announced the opening of Oakberry Açaí, on the 15th of April at midday. Oakberry brings to Anadia Shopping Centre a modern concept offering a unique flavour, freshness and convenience experience. Visitors will be able to customize their orders with the guarantee of…
The Municipality of Santana approved yesterday, in an executive meeting, the exemption of licensing fees to the pharmaceutical company that will produce medical cannabis. According to Dinarte Fernandes, this is the “largest private project the municipality has ever handled.” According to the mayor, speaking to JM-FM radio, the unit approved…
Spanish company Castellana Properties; a leader in the retail real estate sector, announced on Friday the acquisition of the Forum Madeira shopping centre, for a total amount of 63.3 million euros. This purchase marks the company’s fifth acquisition in Portugal since its entry into the Portuguese market in October 2024,…
Cor Meibion de Cymru is a Welsh Male Voice Choir formed in 1982. Following a concert of 1000 Welsh Male Voice Choir Voices in London’s Albert Hall, which was attended by several American music promoters. The promoters asked for a tour of the USA, and of the 1000 choristers present,…
According to the Facebook post of the Regional Command of the PSP, some police stations in the Region have adopted cats “as honorary members.” According to the Command, “the new recruits help reduce day-to-day stress, improve the environment, and comfort to police officers.” The statement, concludes by saying: “Underneath our…
The petition addressed to the Regional Government of Madeira and the Funchal City Council, demanding stricter laws and effective enforcement to protect animals from cruelty and neglect, has already been signed by more than 1,200 people. Entitled ‘Paradise for Tourists – Hell for Animals,’ the petition’s main objective is to…
The PS-Madeira has announced a set of legislative proposals aiming to protect the regional economy from the impacts of the increase in customs tariffs imposed by the United States. The Trump administration’s decision has generated concern among Madeiran businessmen, particularly in the tourism, real estate, and export sectors including Madeira…
This year’s Easter occupancy rates are expected to be around 87%, two percent more than last year. In a statement, Eduardo Jesus said: “It is with great satisfaction that we see an expected occupancy rate of 87% for this Easter, which demonstrates the continued attractiveness of the Madeira destination and…
The Judiciary Police (PJ), through its National Anti-Corruption Unit, carried out dawn raids in Lisbon, Alcoentre, Sintra, and Funchal, carrying out a total of 32 search and seizure warrants. This operation targets an alleged criminal scheme involving, among others, prison guards suspected of facilitating the entry of illicit substances into…
Russia says it has shot down Portuguese mercenaries in Ukraine, according to one of the Kremlin’s news agencies, who state that a group of fighters were killed in the Donetsk area. According to a Russian commander interviewed, the nationality of the troops was confirmed thanks to intercepted radio communications. Later, Russian…
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