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The secretary-general of the PSD, Hugo Soares, states that Chega's motion of no confidence is “completely out of touch with reality” and that André Ventura wants to “be constantly on television”. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the PSD's political rentrée party in Ponte de Lima, the parliamentary leader justified those statements with the fact that...
For two days, Loureiro, the star grape variety of the Vinho Verde region, took centre stage in Ponte de Lima. The event featured tastings and discussions, wine glasses, and a careful appreciation of aromas and palates.
A young man aged around 25 sustained multiple injuries and was transported to the Viana do Castelo Hospital.
Let someone leaf through this photo book, if only for a minute, without being astonished at holding such a prodigious art object in their hands. This is the challenge posed by 'Bone Foam/Osso Espuma'.
The construction of the 3AR – Centre for Valorisation and Technology Transfer in the Agri-food Sector, in Ponte de Lima, will proceed this year with an investment of 4.5 million euros. The government has just authorised the Polytechnic University of Viana do Castelo (UNIPVC) to establish a right in favour of the municipality of Ponte de Lima.
The tender sets a period of approximately two years for the execution of the contract for the construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant and the infrastructure and interfaces necessary for its operation.
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The alert was given by an employee of Infraestruturas de Portugal who found the animal.
The municipality of Ponte de Lima and Startup Portugal are bringing together various incubators to establish a collaborative framework for future initiatives.
The PJ states that the fire had a “high risk of spreading” and that the defendant, arrested after “solid evidentiary elements” were collected, allegedly acted “for personal reasons.”
The fire was started in a rural area, with a high risk of spreading to agricultural fields, the adjacent forest area, and several nearby homes.
Two of the victims are in a serious condition and two others suffered minor injuries. The accident involved a car and a motorcycle.
Fernando Pimenta arrives back in Portugal after securing two world championship titles and is already focused on his upcoming goals.
Fernando Pimenta arrives back in Portugal following his medal wins at the Canoe Sprint World Championships and outlines his future competitive targets.
After his fourth world title in the K1 1,000, and facing opponents who were focused solely on the K1 5,000, Fernando Pimenta added his 187th international medal with another gold to close out the event.
A reflection on the tragic death of 19-year-old British cyclist Finlay Tarling during the Volta a Portugal, using the incident to critique a perceived decline in societal empathy, civility, and the dehumanisation of modern life.
The fire that began on Sunday at 14:26 in Facha, in the Senhora da Rocha area, reached the resolution phase at 12:01, but 203 personnel remain on-site, supported by 73 vehicles and one aerial asset.
Civil Protection stated that “firefighting efforts are progressing favourably” and that no homes are in danger.
The parents of the cyclist who passed away during the Tour of Portugal speak out for the first time, expressing their profound grief.
Vasco Ferraz, mayor of Ponte de Lima, states that Brazilian citizens have the financial capacity to invest in sectors important to the town, such as industry.
Around midnight on Tuesday, there was still no need for lockdowns, but firefighting forces were anticipating a difficult night.
A fire is burning with an active front between Ponte de Lima and Viana do Castelo.
The Public Prosecution Service has opened an investigation into the death of a cyclist that occurred during the Volta a Portugal cycling race.
The Attorney General's Office (PGR) has launched an investigation into the death of a cyclist during the Volta a Portugal cycling race.
The fire broke out on Sunday, with firefighting efforts being supported by two aerial assets.
Wildfires mobilise more than 600 personnel. The fire in Ponte de Lima reaches Viana do Castelo. Additionally, patients at Garcia de Orta criticise the end of abortion consultations at the hospital, with no timeline for their resumption.
The fire, which broke out on Sunday in Ponte de Lima, may be close to being considered under control, as the intervention of aerial assets and the lack of wind are aiding the firefighters' efforts.
The flames are being fought by 171 personnel, 49 vehicles, and five aerial assets.
A wildfire in the Ponte de Lima region is currently burning with three active fronts as of 8am.
