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Those responsible for the NewsMuseum justify the closure with the evolution of the “media system”, stating that the museum concept has become “obsolete” in its physical format. The condition of the building is another of the reasons cited.
Visitors can enter with the symbolic purchase of a native tree and enjoy live music by candlelight, explains the President of Parques de Sintra. The event takes place on March 21st from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Sintra City Council has annulled a public tender, initiated by the previous administration, for the operational lease of 69 waste collection trucks, which would have cost the Municipal Water and Sanitation Services (SMAS) over 70.5 million euros over six years. The proposal by Mayor Marco Almeida was approved by his coalition and Chega, while the Socialist Party (PS) voted against it. The SMAS cited a lack of competition, financial unsustainability, and a shortage of drivers as reasons for the cancellation, noting that the original tender process was flawed. Socialist councillor Bruno Parreira criticised the lack of a clear strategy following the cancellation, expressing doubt that a new international tender could be completed by the end of the year.
After 'Seguro is cool', João Soares joins Seguro's campaign. The Socialist draws contrasts with other candidates and assesses polls that are going from strength to strength — all while tucking into a Sintra travesseiro (a local pastry).
They are suspected of three further vehicle thefts in Cascais, Loures and Sintra.
