July 27 results

Should an Inquiry over alleged failures of the firefighting plan for the Tavira blaze be opened? Last week we asked readers if they thought an inquiry should be opened into

July 2, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Kings of the beach

Hat-trick hero Madjer inspired Portugal to a 6-4 victory over Spain in Praia da Rocha on Sunday afternoon to claim the 17th Mundialito beach football mini-World Cup. Manager José Miguel’s

July 2, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Lagos beaches recognised

D. Ana beach in Lagos is among the 50 best beaches in the world, according to Condé Nast Traveller, a well known travel and leisure publication. After being nominated for

July 2, 2012by Portugal Resident

TAVIRA POST OFFICE

Tavira’s main post office is undergoing refurbishment and until the end of September it will operate from temporary premises. The post office’s temporary office can be found at Avª Dr

July 2, 2012by Portugal Resident

Light on Earth in Lagos

Self-taught artist Patrícia de Herédia, who gained wide spread publicity with a series of paintings that depicted the Portuguese yachtsmen in the 2008 Olympics, is staging an exhibition of her

July 2, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

The beauty of Ferragudo

An art exhibition showcasing original work depicting the beauty of Ferragudo is opening at the Mercado Municipal of this picturesque fishing village east of Portimão tomorrow (Saturday) at 4pm. Entitled

July 2, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Major new signing

Tiago Targino’s capture from V. Guimarães is a major coup for the cash strapped Olhão team. Tiago Targino, son of former Brazilian player Hilton Targino who played for Olhanense in

July 2, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn