Europe must choose the lesser of two evils says economist
By CHRIS GRAEME chris.graeme@theresidentgroup.com The European Union must act decisively at a political and economic level to avert a 1930s Depression, said an economist last week. All EU member states
Tea party fund raiser
Corte-Real Gallery in Paderne will be hosting a “Madrugadalicious” fundraiser on December 7, from 2pm until 5pm In aid of Madrugada, an Algarve association supporting people with life limiting illnesses.
Fado officially recognised by UNESCO
By CHRIS GRAEME chris.graeme@theresidentgroup.com Portuguese music genre Fado, which developed in the middle of the 19th century, has been voted Heritage of Humanity at a meeting of UNESCO’s Magna Council.
The best of Fado comes to Algarve
Fado lovers and those interested in becoming familiar with the Portuguese music genre, recently recognised by UNESCO, will have the chance to listen to some of the best Fado singers
Fight against hunger continues in Algarve
Around 15,500 needy people in the Algarve will benefit from 170 tonnes of food collected by the region’s food bank during their latest campaign. More than 36,000 volunteers across the
Tree of love at Lagoa winery
A regional art movement is appealing to residents of the Algarve to give underprivileged children a Christmas gift “filled with love” this month. Visitors to the Arte Algarve international art
IGTM coming to Algarve
One of Europe’s leading golf fairs, the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM), will be held in the Algarve next year. Organised by Reed Travel Exhibitions, the event attracts more than
Unsolicited security cold calls continue
By Sophie McCarrick sophie.mccarrick@theresidentgroup.com An alarm company that misled residents by claiming that local councils would pay for the installation of home security systems is continuing to make unsolicited calls.
Natural Lagos on show
A recent photographic competition launched by Lagos Câmara aimed to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment. Entitled “Lagos is Natural”, the competition attracted dozens of professional and
WESTERN HOPE
There is excitement building in the football-bereft extreme western Algarve. Third division Esperança de Lagos, who have been heading up the league table for most of the current season, are