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Latest news and stories from Mangualde.
A historical account of the 1985 train crash in Alcafache, one of the deadliest rail accidents in Portuguese history.
Founded in 1962 under the name Citroën Lusitânia, the Stellantis factory in Mangualde began production two years later, in 1964, with the legendary Citroën 2CV AZL. This Wednesday, September 2nd, it reached the historic milestone of two million vehicles produced in Mangualde, with a grey Citroën ë-Berlingo Van, a special Berlingo edition.
The company was founded in 1962 under the name Citroën Lusitânia, and in 1990, it produced the world's last iconic Citroën 2CV. Today, it manufactures four fully electric commercial models.
The investment in video surveillance cameras will be between 20,000 and 25,000 euros. The measure aims to 'strengthen the safety of people and property', according to the mayor of Mangualde.
The current mayor says that “four years is too short a time” to fulfill the project he committed to with the community.
Paulo Leitão, a journalist for Centro TV, provides a status update. The fire even forced the closure of the Beira Alta railway line between Mangualde and Gouveia.
Mangualde plans to rehabilitate the former Colégio São José e Santa Maria to house 30 units intended for affordable rental.
The collection displayed at the António Almeida Henriques Archaeological Centre in Viseu, gathered by José Coelho, a teacher, researcher, and collector who was punished by the Estado Novo regime.
Spain's Military Emergencies Unit has arrived in Portugal to assist in fighting the Vouzela wildfire, while Italy is sending two Canadair firefighting planes. Meanwhile, wildfires in Setúbal and Barcelos have been brought under control, and authorities remain on high alert as 13 districts in mainland Portugal are under a red weather warning due to extreme heat.
The retail chain ALDI has expanded its presence in Portugal by opening a new store in the municipality of Mangualde, marking its 165th location in the country.
According to the automotive giant (which owns 15 brands), the choice of Mangualde consolidates “the Portuguese unit's contribution to Stellantis' leadership in the compact commercial vehicle segment.”
The victim was in an area of difficult access, requiring the mobilisation of 23 firefighters and GNR officers.
The industrial unit is the second largest in the automotive sector in Portugal in terms of production volume, following Autoeuropa. The awards recognise projects in the areas of employee well-being and social responsibility.
14-year-old Lucas Soares Sequeira died about 500 metres from his home. The teenager's funeral is scheduled for this Wednesday.
The accident happened this Monday. The victim had been transported by helicopter to Viseu Hospital.
The victim was not wearing a helmet and was airlifted to Viseu hospital, where they later died.
A 14-year-old boy was transported by INEM helicopter to the hospital in Viseu.
Two students were taken to Viseu Hospital.
Mangualde firefighters assisted the victims. Two students were taken to Viseu Hospital.
A school bus crashed in Mangualde, resulting in injuries among the students. Reporter Tânia Rei provides further details.
Two students were transported to Viseu Hospital today with minor injuries following a school bus crash, the deputy commander of the Mangualde Volunteer Fire Department told the Lusa agency.
The bus was carrying five students, aged between 12 and 16, and the driver. They were treated at the scene, and two of them were subsequently transported to Viseu Hospital.
Mangualde firefighters assisted the victims. Two students were taken to Viseu Hospital.
The thief operated while the victims were playing football.
The thief operated while the victims were playing football.
This multicultural programme aims to promote the full and positive integration of immigrant communities, says the Mayor. Mangualde was the only Portuguese municipality to join the initiative.
The assault on a Brazilian student in a school in Mangualde has sparked anger and protests among the immigrant community.
The entrance to the Palace of the Counts of Anadia in Mangualde is striking for the grandeur and detail of its Baroque tiles, which for centuries welcomed the most noble guests.
The prominence of the Palace of the Counts of Anadia is not due only to its grandeur; the city of Mangualde developed around it.
