Dozens of pyrotechnic devices seized in Águeda
The GNR carried out an inspection operation on commercial establishments.
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Águeda City Council wants to expand heliport
Jorge Almeida, Mayor of Águeda, argues that the intervention aims to create operational conditions to safely accommodate larger capacity aircraft.
Observador
Águeda City Council wants to expand heliport to accommodate heavy firefighting helicopters
The technical project includes soil stabilisation and the expansion of the landing area to support the weight of large aircraft.
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Man arrested for assaulting and threatening his wife in Águeda
The domestic violence suspect had already been arrested for the same type of crime against the same victim.
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Grupo Etnográfico GENTE celebra 33.º aniversário com jantar comemorativo
The Grupo Etnográfico GENTE from Aguada de Cima is celebrating its 33rd anniversary with a commemorative dinner on March 21, 2026, at Quinta Vale do Junco. The event aims to bring together members, friends, and supporters to honor the group's contributions to preserving local cultural traditions and promoting ethnographic heritage through festivals, folklore events, and cultural initiatives. The evening features live music by Banda Polk, with participation costing 30 “Gentes.” The celebration emphasizes community involvement and the ongoing effort to keep regional traditions alive.
Festival dos Moinhos regressa a Águeda a 11 e 12 de abril
The Festival dos Moinhos is returning to Águeda, Portugal, on April 11-12, 2026, for its second edition. This event celebrates the traditional heritage of old mills, highlighting their cultural, historical, and scenic significance within the Rota dos Moinhos de Portugal. Over two days, the festival offers activities that explore local traditions related to milling, gastronomy, and storytelling, fostering community engagement and promoting Águeda as a key location for this cultural route. The festival aims to connect past and present, emphasizing the preservation of local identity and heritage through a series of cultural experiences and celebrations.
Festival dos Moinhos regressa a Águeda a 11 e 12 de abril
The Festival dos Moinhos is returning to Águeda on April 11-12, 2026, marking its second edition. This event celebrates Portugal’s traditional mills, their cultural significance, and the surrounding landscapes, integrating activities related to heritage, gastronomy, and nature. Part of the Rota dos Moinhos de Portugal, the festival aims to promote local traditions, historical stories, and community engagement, positioning Águeda as a key destination for cultural tourism. The event emphasizes connecting past and present through various initiatives, fostering local identity and preserving regional customs.
Images from Águeda, where the river overflowed its banks
It rained all night in Águeda and the land is flooded.
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Águeda. 'There is no area with major difficulties'
The president of Águeda City Council, Jorge Almeida, admits that 'the night was calmer than expected' and that the situation is under control. He also says that roads have been closed for several weeks.
Observador
Boy trapped on flooded road rescued by firefighter in Águeda — watch the moment
The city in the Aveiro district was severely affected by Storm Kristin.
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