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Latest news and stories from The Algarve, Portugal.
A charity concert bringing together 16 artists will take place on Sunday, March 29 at 4pm, at Lagoa’s Carlos do Carmo auditorium. The event will raise funds to help Lagoa The post Charity concert in Lagoa to raise funds for local disabled man appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The project has been dragging on since 2018, was previously rejected, and now returns reduced: 30% fewer panels and fewer trees cut down.
This article from Algarve Daily News covers recent developments in Portugal, including a man’s arrest for inciting violence against Brazilians via social media, and the upcoming performance of singer Jessie J at the Algarve Summer Gala. It reports that municipalities affected by Storm Kristin, such as Faro, Monchique, and Alcoutim, have been officially declared under a state of calamity, with support measures underway. The resurgence of the “Tarmac Gang,” an organized crime group involved in scams in storm-hit areas, is highlighted, alongside warnings from authorities. Portugal’s Public Security Police are working to expand housing for irregular migrants to meet EU deadlines. New privately managed health centers are set to open in Silves and Lagos later this year. The government has been urged to include Algarve municipalities in storm recovery funds. Additionally, a tragic car-ambulance collision in Faro resulted in one death and injuries to others. Recent political debates, a beach rescue operation, and a major drug bust in Portimão are also noted as significant ongoing issues in Portugal.
Supermarket chain Apolónia Supermercados will celebrate its 43rd anniversary on Monday, March 23, with a series of initiatives across its stores in Almancil, Galé and Lagoa. Customers can expect discounts, product The post Apolónia marks 43 years with discounts, tastings and in-store celebrations appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Algarve’s new climate action plan is entering its final phase of development after a wide-ranging consultation process involving dozens of experts and institutions. Municipal technicians, specialists and representatives from The post Algarve climate action plan enters final stage of development appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Nineteen elected members of Chega in Portimão are preparing to resign from their local positions, citing frustration with the national party leadership. The tension follows votes on the 2026 municipal The post Chega councillors threaten mass resignation in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident.
After the unusually long wet winter weather, the Algarve Senior Bikers (ASB) were more than ready to resume the monthly rides for the first time in 2026. Last week, in The post Algarve Senior Bikers venture into the wild west appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Algarve Local Health Unit (ULS) simultaneously presented high levels of need and high professional ratios, highlighting persistent imbalances between needs and supply.
Vilamoura has been named the top choice for premium golf holidays in the Algarve, according to new data from UK-based Glencor Golf Holidays. The analysis shows that trips to Vilamoura The post Vilamoura tops Algarve list for premium golf breaks appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Galeria Nova at the Museu do Traje in São Brás de Alportel is hosting a “remarkable artistic encounter” from April 11 to May 18, 2026. “The Space Between Us” (O The post Exquisite paper art and collage exhibition in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident.
