Car thieves caught
A dramatic car chase in Armação de Pêra has led to the arrest of two youths aged 15 and 20, who are suspected of stealing several Fiat Uno cars. The
Gang attack again
For the second time within a month the so-called ‘mobile phone gang’ have attacked the Portugal Telecom (PT) shop in Albufeira and stolen over 30 mobile phones. According to eyewitnesses,
Animal awareness
A conference to heighten awareness of the plight of animals in Portugal is to be held in the Lagos Cultural Centre on May 11. Speakers will include a representative of
Construction show open
The fourth Algarve Construction Exhibition opened its doors to the public at Parque das Feiras e Exposições in Portimão yesterday. According to the organisers, the fair is now one of
Dangerous dam delay
More than 50 houses near the Odelouca riverbanks could be damaged if the half-completed dam proves unable to withstand a rise in the water level. This is the conclusion of
Roadwork in Alvor
Portimão Câmara has announced that the road between Alvor Aerodrome and the Penina church will be resurfaced in April. According to sources, the road has been considered dangerous and the
Charity needs help
In order to continue helping orphans in the Algarve, the Charity Bazaar Estói needs your help as it is looking for a new shop. The charity must move from its
Pharmacy for Faro airport
The medical authorities have authorised plans for a new pharmacy in Faro airport. According to airport management company ANA, more than 4.8 million people travelled to or from Faro last
Serious horseplay
The Loulé Showjumping Championship at Quinta dos Amigos in Almancil, is a joint initiative by Horses Paradise, Quinta dos Amigos and Equus Algarve. The competition consists of six events in
Association now on-line
The new improved AFPOP website is now on line. The association for foreign residents in Portugal are delighted with the new site, which includes a ‘Members Only’ area. This is