Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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Nearly 300 firefighters are currently battling a large wildfire in Arcos de Valdevez, located in the Viana do Castelo district. The fire, which began Monday afternoon, has two active fronts burning through brushland. Operations are ongoing, with commanders hoping that cooler overnight conditions will allow them to bring the blaze under control.
The Ministry of the Environment has approved the delimitation of the protection perimeter for two groundwater abstraction points that supply 19 inhabitants, with an average volume of 1.13 cubic metres per day.
The Mayor of Arcos de Valdevez revealed that the Paçô civil parish will hold by-elections because the lists elected in 2025 did not reach a consensus for the formation of the parish council.
José Manuel Fernandes spoke on the sidelines of a forum in Arcos de Valdevez, where breeders demanded the removal of the Iberian wolf. Compensation has already been tripled.
The project procedure is divided into seven lots and aims to contribute to reaching a coverage rate of at least 50% of the municipality's homes, with an investment of 5,505,990.35 euros.
A 67-year-old man was transported to the hospital with severe burns. As of 6:20 am, 18 emergency personnel were on the scene, supported by seven vehicles.
A helicopter was dispatched to transport the victim to a hospital.
We have to make choices. Whether it is the connection to the Madalena border, the Ponte de Lima bypass, or the bypasses for Monção, Melgaço, and Valença, stated Luís Montenegro in Arcos de Valdevez.
Home Porto & North Discovering Peneda-Gerês by boat Discovering Peneda-Gerês by boat When staying at Lima Escape, there are plenty of possibilities for exploring the surrounding area, especially if you enjoy spending time outdoors.
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The fire broke out in the afternoon and was fought throughout the night.
The alert was raised at 15:07 on Wednesday and the fire had reached three active fronts
Fire in the parish of Selim is burning near homes and is the one causing the most concern for personnel.
Home Porto & North Watch out on the road to Soajo! Watch out on the road to Soajo! Driving through Peneda-Gerês National Park on the way to Soajo, it is quite normal to come across farm animals on the road.
The experience takes place at the Paço da Glória, a venue that also hosts grief retreats.
The First Lady of New York travels to Arcos de Valdevez for a “journey through the history of Islam in Portugal”. The experience takes place at the Paço da Glória, where grief retreats are also organised.
Henrique Araújo, former president of the Supreme Court of Justice, had a rock band, refused to change an article rejected by the Censorship, and was a founder of the PS in Arcos de Valdevez.
The First Lady of New York is visiting Portugal to attend an Islamic spiritual retreat.
The mayor further stated that there are no reports of injuries among the population or personnel on the ground.
The works will be fully completed by the end of the year, in time for the Sanctuary's 170th anniversary celebrations, which will take place throughout 2027.
For Hugo Soares, the ongoing transformation “is better for students and teachers”, and it is necessary to “correct the errors and hope that, next time, everything can go perfectly”.
The national team's victory against Uzbekistan is highlighted in Wednesday's press. Público reports that municipalities are urgently asking the Government for help to save PRR projects as deadlines approach. Jornal de Notícias covers the 125-day suspension of a GNR officer who used a service vehicle to visit a nightclub in 2011. Expresso notes that no entities support the Government's proposal for the Single Social Benefit (PSU), citing risks of stigmatisation and the criminalisation of poverty. Correio da Manhã reports that the Influencer case investigation is drawing evidence from the Marquês process, specifically targeting Vítor Escária. Diário de Notícias highlights the restaurant sector's plea for state support to survive the summer. Negócios reports that average house prices have risen by 100,000 euros in five years, reaching 261,000 euros. Eco discusses how 'zombie' companies continue to thrive on the stock market despite poor financial health.
The municipality of Arcos de Valdevez commemorated Portugal Day alongside the Portuguese community living in Newark.
A helicopter was dispatched to transport the victim.
The municipality of Arcos de Valdevez attends a meeting with the national water utility and the Operational Programme to ensure financial support for local projects.
The operation was carried out by the Criminal Investigation Unit (NIC) of Arcos de Valdevez, related to a theft at a commercial establishment committed by breaking and entering.
The border town in the north of the country hosts the festival on June 5th, 6th, and 7th.
The alert for the incident was given at 17:20 this Sunday.
The alert for the incident was given at 17:20 this Sunday
