Angra do Heroísmo

3.4 magnitude earthquake on Terceira Island

The tremor was recorded at 21:36 local time and had its epicentre about four kilometres east-northeast of Doze Ribeiras, in the municipality of Angra do Heroísmo, on Terceira Island, with a magnitude of 3.4 on the Richter scale.

3.4 magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale felt on Terceira Island

The tremor was recorded at 21:36 local time (22:36 in Lisbon) with its epicentre approximately four kilometres east-northeast of Doze Ribeiras.

2.7 magnitude earthquake felt on Terceira Island

The earthquake is part of the ongoing seismo-volcanic crisis on Terceira Island. In some regions, the tremor was felt with an intensity of IV, and in others with an intensity of III on the Modified Mercalli scale.

Air Force rescues passenger with abdominal pain

A Portuguese Air Force helicopter rescued a 76-year-old man, who was experiencing 'severe abdominal pain', aboard a passenger ship.

Azores government attributes air travel constraints to lack of slots at Lisbon airport

The Azores Secretary for Tourism, Mobility and Infrastructure, Berta Cabral, cited the lack of take-off and landing slots at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport as the primary cause for reduced accessibility to the archipelago. Speaking at the annual meeting of the Casas Açorianas association, she addressed the decline in visitor numbers following Ryanair's departure, acknowledged concerns regarding high airfare prices, and outlined government plans to invest 17.2 million euros in tourism promotion while encouraging operators to create integrated travel packages.

Angra do Heroísmo Film Festival focuses on music

An initiative by the Terceira Island Film Club that “chooses music as the common thread of the programme” through three documentaries premiering on Terceira Island.

Montenegro convinced of the legality of using Lajes, says the judiciary "must not make political judgments"

The Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an inquiry to determine the legality of the United States' use of the Lajes Base in the conflict with Iran.

John Coltrane celebrated in Angra do Heroísmo with ballads

In its 27th edition, the Azorean festival Angrajazz celebrated the centenary of John Coltrane with ballads, performed by Aaron Parks and Walter Smith III. But there was more music.

PCP insists on payment of cut amounts to former workers of Lajes Base

The coordinator of the PCP Azores stated that the party intends to reintroduce the issue in the Assembly of the Republic.

PAN Azores files complaint with the Ombudsman regarding rules for keeping pets in social housing in Angra do Heroísmo

The local authority claims it is complying with the regulations.

Abandoned dogs to help combat loneliness among the elderly

Young volunteers will take shelter dogs to visit elderly people on Terceira Island. The 21,000 euro project starts in January and may be extended to other islands.

The Americans wanted Lajes. The problem was Portugal

In 1943, the British and Americans discussed how they could use the Azores; in 1951, the United States negotiated with Portugal on how to remain there. And Portugal remained the holder of the key.

Public servants granted time off in Angra do Heroísmo

The Regional Government of the Azores has granted a public holiday to civil servants in Angra do Heroísmo due to the São Carlos Monday festivities.

Public servants granted time off on the afternoon of 28 September in Angra do Heroísmo

The regional executive states that 'São Carlos Monday' is an event 'of particular importance to the local population'.

Seven days after leaving the Azores, Dino was without a rudder and sailing in the wrong direction: an odyssey in the North Atlantic

In June 2013, Dino Silva set off on his sailboat, 'Lua', from Angra do Heroísmo towards Iceland. Seven days later, he was without a rudder, between Iceland and Greenland. An illustrated story of a troubled rescue and everything surrounding it.

Newcastle disease confirmed in wild birds on four Azores islands

According to the regional director, the Azorean executive is awaiting the results of analyses conducted at the National Institute for Agricultural and Veterinary Research laboratory.

Azores ensure full compliance with plan with 918 million euros invested

The Regional Government of the Azores ensured today the full compliance of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) in the region, with a total of 918 million euros invested, 221 million more than initially planned.

Trump adviser says relations between Portugal and the US have never been better

Tomasz Omanski and Terceira: "From my garden, I can contemplate the sea"

Although he confesses to being enchanted by the streets of Angra do Heroísmo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Pole chooses the orange orchard behind his house as his favourite place in Portugal.

Devin Nunes: Portugal-US relationship has never been better

Devin Nunes, a descendant of Azoreans, highlighted the relationship between the two countries, citing as examples the strengthening of air links between the archipelago and the US, as well as the role of Lajes Field.

Trump advisor says relationship between Portugal and the US has never been better

The leader of the United States President's Intelligence Advisory Board, Devin Nunes, stated this Thursday that relations between Portugal and the US have never been stronger and argued that Portugal should invest in the naval industry. “The relationship between Portugal and the United States and between the Azores and the United States has never...”

Trump advisor says relationship between Portugal and the US has never been better

A senior advisor to Donald Trump stated that the diplomatic ties between Portugal and the United States are currently at their strongest point in history.

IL questions fishing facility closed for 3 months

Nuno Barata states that, three months after the inauguration, the facilities remain closed. Inaugurated at the end of May by the executive, they were intended to support the fishing community of São Mateus.

Azores: Government to acquire two more surgical robots

The tender is valued at 3.8 million euros and aims to acquire robotic surgery equipment and an operating table for Terceira Island, as well as orthopaedic surgical equipment for Horta.

United Airlines to connect Terceira to Newark starting in 2027

For the Azorean executive, the new route represents a “unique opportunity” to bring the North American market closer to the islands of the Central Group. The American airline already operated flights to São Miguel.

United Launching New Flights From NJ To France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Europe

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United Airlines to launch route between Terceira Island and Newark in summer 2027

The operation, scheduled to run from 9 June to 5 September 2027, includes three weekly flights using a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.

Terinov is crucial for internationalising the region, says Bolieiro

At the inauguration of the Terinov expansion works, the official spoke about the internationalisation of the region through science and technology. He highlights a new cycle in the 'autonomy of knowledge'.

Azores launch new tender for remediation of contaminated soil in Terceira

The tender has a base price of 357,000 euros (excluding VAT) and an execution period of 19 months.