Data released after a study promoted by the Institute for Addictive Behaviours and Dependencies (ICAD), shows Algarve at the top of cannabis consumption by youngsters.
At a time of intense warfare in the world, Portugal has been hosting a United Nations conference aimed at helping to establish global peace.
The PSP have revealed that use of the video surveillance system installed in the city of Faro has already led to the clarification of a total of 43 crimes in the three months the cameras have been active.
This week, Albufeira City Council have launched a €1.3 million tender, to stabilise cliffs and repair walls at beaches in the main tourist town area.
The local community and visitors carried out a beach cleaning action last Thursday on Vale do Lobo beaches, resulting in the collection of 143.80 kilos of rubbish, as part of the celebrations of National Sea Day.
A fire that broke out yesterday evening in a warehouse in Vale Covo, Boliqueime, spread to the house next door, causing a 70 year old man to fall and suffer minor injuries and rendering one person homeless.
The Algarve was once again recognized as the Best Beach Destination in the World at the World Travel Awards, achieving this distinction for the third time.
On November 22nd, 2024, Vernon Real Estate Carvoeiro celebrated 34 amazing years! "For three decades, we’ve had the honour and pleasure of helping our clients. Time has flown by, and it’s been an incredible journey of growth, change, and above all — adventure."
- Portimão: Man arrested for 2 counts of arson
- Another of the five escapees from Vale de Judeus prison is recaptured
- Portimão: fire and explosion causes road closure
- Faro: physical education teacher introduces a marbles revival
- Meia Praia in Lagos is invaded by 5km bank of algae
- The Algarve is to host the International Citrus Congress in 2032
- Portugal's 1974 revolution 'Carnation Lady' dies aged 91
- Vilamoura: Man arrested with over 600 doses of hashish