Portimão firefighters rescue a dog after he fell from a cliff

Portimão firefighters rescue a dog after he fell from a cliffPortimão Volunteer Firefighters were dispatched to the Prainha area yesterday, to rescue a dog who had fallen from a cliff while out walking with his owner.

Court rule in favour of a Lidl employee dismissed after 25 years

Court rule in favour of a Lidl employee dismissed after 25 yearsThe court has ruled in favour of a Lidl employee, after she was immediately dismissed for changing her working hours during a strike, in December 2023.

4 cases of Hepatitis A confirmed at a Portimão school

4 cases of hepatitis A confirmed at a Portimão schoolFour students at the Coca Maravilhas Elementary School in Portimão are sick with hepatitis A, with reports that the first case was confirmed in February but was 'covered up' by school management.

4.4 Richter earthquake felt in Albufeira and Faro

4.4 Richter earthquake felt in Albufeira and FaroAn earthquake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale was felt with the most intensity in Albufeira and Faro this morning, at around 05:18 am.

Portugal to consider reducing the maximum alcohol-driving level

Portugal to consider reducing the maximum alcohol-driving levelThe National Road Safety Authority (ANSR) have announced the possibility of a reduction in the maximum alcohol level for driving. It will be discussed as part of the upcoming public consultation on the National Road Safety Strategy.

Storm Martinho results in falling trees and damage to buildings across the Algarve

Storm Martinho results in falling trees and damage to buildings across the AlgarveThe effects of Storm Martinho passing through the Algarve were less than expected, with damage mainly caused by strong winds, such as falling trees and removable structures.

Man arrested for child sex abuse using video calls

Man arrested for child sex abuse using video callsThe Judicial Police, through the Criminal Investigation Department of Portimão, have arrested a 52 year old man, for allegedly committing sexual abuse against a minor under the age of 10, via WhatsApp video calls.

Ryanair passenger damages his suitcase to avoid extra fees

Ryanair passenger damages his suitcase to avoid extra feesA Ryanair passenger, determined not to pay extra fees for his 'oversized' hand luggage, destroyed his own suitcase in order to comply with the defined dimensions.