Algarve

A new nursery school was inaugurated in Quarteira by the Secretary of State for Solidarity and Social Security, Marco António Costa, on December 11. The Três Pastorinhos nursery school is

A new exhibition entitled ‘One city, two photographers’ will open tomorrow (Saturday) at 5pm at Portimão museum. Drawn from photographic material of Júlio Bernardo and Francisco Oliveira, the pieces on

Vilamoura has received certification for its quality and environment management standards.  The resort, administered by Inframoura, now sees both its residential and tourist infrastructures recognised. A spokesman for Inframoura said: “Vilamoura’s

Members of the Saint Andrew’s Society of the Algarve held their annual Saint Andrew’s Ball at Le Meridien Hotel Penina last month. Guests were greeted by piper Malcolm MacGillivray and

A Spanish-plated vehicle carrying a total of 730,000 cigarettes was intercepted by the GNR during a routine check near Olhão on December 11. The smuggled cigarettes, including brands such as

São Brás de Alportel voluntary firefighters are looking for new candidates to join the force. The Bombeiros Association is appealing to potential candidates aged between 16 and 34 to register

By Lynne Booker It is recognised that during an economic downturn, one of the first things to be adversely affected is culture. But with a bit of lateral thinking both

Christmas shoppers looking for typical Algarve gifts had the opportunity to browse through a large selection at the recently held Feira da Serra in Loulé. Dozens of exhibitors showcased the