CS staff protests continue

More staff protests outside CS (Carlos Saraiva) hotel units in Albufeira have taken place over the last week about alleged wage arrears since January. Last Friday around 78 employees, all

February 22, 2012by Portugal Resident

Wolf Valley golf day

The 13th Wolf Valley Charity Golf Day is this year taking place on Saturday, June 2 in Vale do Lobo. Organisers the Wolf Valley Charity Committee will again be holding

February 22, 2012by Portugal Resident

Câmaras in dire straits

Most Algarve Câmaras are facing serious financial problems, with escalating debts they are unable to pay, warns Portimão’s Mayor. Manuel da Luz is blaming the housing crisis as less money

February 22, 2012by Portugal Resident

Lights, camera, action

Tomorrow (Saturday) a launch event for the filming of The Right Juice, the first English language and full length feature film about the Algarve, will take place at the recently

February 22, 2012by Portugal Resident

Zoomarine reopens

Zoomarine theme park in Guia, near Albufeira, opened its doors to the public on Monday, after being closed during the winter months. The park includes fun rides for the whole

February 22, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

March 16 Results

Last week we asked readers if they were prepared to support their local restaurant by not taking a homemade lunch to work. 63% of voters said they would be taking

February 22, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Easter fair

Donkey sanctuary Refúgio dos Burros in Estombar will be holding an Easter Fair at its Lagoa shop on Saturday, March 31 from 10am. This will be the last chance to

February 22, 2012by Portugal Resident

Mini World Cup

Vila Real de Santo Antonio will again be the venue for the children’s football ‘Mundialito’ between March 31 and April 7. The biggest tournament of its kind will involve 3,500

February 22, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn