Pig pong causes problems
Portimão’s long-suffering residents have long blamed the ETAR sewage treatment station in the city for the unpleasant odour in the city’s atmosphere. Officials recently announced that the smell has increased
The stadium is ours
An ongoing debate has flared up over who controls the newly constructed Algarve Stadium and who, therefore, is hosting the Euro 2004 tournament in the region. Arguments between the concelhos
We had to act
After a turbulent week in the Algarve, during which the Albufeira Strip became the scene of violent outbreaks, celebrations following England’s win over Croatia proved boisterous but without serious incident
Dreaming in Vilamoura
Vilamoura Marina was the place to be recently if you aspire to a life on the ocean waves. The marina’s eighth annual Boat Show featured powerboats and yachts to suit
Dutch club opens up
There are many Dutch residents living and working in the Algarve. Dutch people pride themselves on being creative and dynamic when it comes to business. The Algarve’s Dutch population operates
Fire prevention a priority
Roads are being cleaned, repaired, re-opened and sign-posted by São Brás de Alportel Câmara which are trying to ensure that, like last year, no fires break out in the area.
Scots flights launched
Scottish residents have been delighted by the launch of three new weekly summer flights into Faro Airport from Scotland. flyglobespan, Britain’s fastest growing low fares scheduled airline, are now flying
Vibrant welcome for fans
An out of season Loulé Carnival took place recently, complete with samba dancers, bands and colourfully painted bodies, to greet football fans visiting the city for the Euro 2004 tournament.
Fun and frolics in Montechoro
One of the stars of European circus, Jemile, also known as the football magician, visited the Montechoro Fun Park to entertain soccer fans of all ages recently, giving a sneak
Making government local
A recent reorganisation in the region’s administration has led to the creation of the Grande Área Metropolitana do Algarve, a new body which, it is hoped, will eventually lead to