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
Algarve’s natural landscapes on show in Carvoeiro
Algarve-based photographer Jorge Fonseca will be displaying examples of his work at the next Easter Fair in Carvoeiro, from April 5 to 8. Born in Évora (Alentejo), Jorge Fonseca developed
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
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
A farewell from São Lourenço cultural centre
São Lourenço Cultural Centre in Almancil is hosting a farewell party on April 7 to celebrate the past 31 years of cultural enjoyment and entertainment at the centre that is
A successful first year for group
Following their first year in existence, the Foreign Welcome Group of the Algarve will host a meeting tomorrow (March 31) at Casa do Povo in Messines starting at 10.30am. The
Abandoned towers to become Sonae tourist development
Two unfinished and abandoned 10-storey apartment towers in the Ponta da Piedade area of Lagos are to be redeveloped by the Sonae group, following a collaboration agreement with the local
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
MP questions policing strategy in Algarve
by INÊS LOPES ines.lopes@theresidentgroup.com A visit to the Algarve by the home affairs minister to discuss security for the region has prompted a local opposition MP to question the government’s
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


