Necropolis unearthed near Faro

Archaeological findings believed to be of a necropolis of the Roman Period have been unearthed during works to build the new Faro EN125 bypass. The findings, found in an area

February 29, 2012by Portugal Resident

Apolónia celebrates 29th anniversary

March 23 marked the 29th anniversary of family-run Apolónia Supermarkets. To celebrate the day, the company’s management team Avelino Apolónia and sons Paulo Apolónia and Eduardo Apolónia invited friends and

February 28, 2012by Portugal Resident

Assistance when you need it most

An initiative organised by the British Consulate in the Algarve last week raised awareness of the various services available to British nationals living in the region. Algarve Resident reporter SOPHIE

February 28, 2012by Portugal Resident

Actress cleans up Silves

Songwriter and actress Jackie O’Grady joined dozens of other participants for the Clean-Up (Limpar Portugal) in Silves on March 24. Jackie says she likes graffiti as an art form but

February 28, 2012by Portugal Resident

Lagos fair

A four day fair will take place at the Anel Verde car park  in Lagos, from March 29. There will be performances by the Percussion Group of the Philharmonic Society, Dances

February 22, 2012by Portugal Resident