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Government and Public Services Environment & Nature

Jun 30, 2025

Wildfire Season in Portugal: Preparation, Risks, and Key Resources

With summer approaching and weather patterns becoming more extreme, it’s essential to >>>

Government and Public Services

Jun 24, 2025

Portugal Wants to Increase Time for Residency

Portugal’s centre‑right government has approved a significant change to the nationality law: >>>

Government and Public Services Environment & Nature

Jun 18, 2025

April’s Massive Blackout: What Really Happened?

On 28 April 2025, a sudden and massive power outage left large >>>

General Government and Public Services

Jun 16, 2025

Immigrants Revive Penamacor: First Population Increase in Over 50 Years

For the first time in half a century, Penamacor has seen its >>>

Government and Public Services Environment & Nature

Jun 2, 2025

New Fire Prevention Zones Planned Across Beira Baixa

Portugal’s wildfire season is creeping closer—and with it comes news that could >>>

Government and Public Services Environment & Nature

Apr 28, 2025

Fire Prevention: Land Clearing Deadline Extended to May 31st

As we approach the warmer months, fire prevention becomes increasingly critical across >>>

Business

Feb 28, 2025

Lidl Opens New Store Near Alcains – More Choice for Local Shoppers

Great news for residents of Alcains and the surrounding area! Lidl has >>>

Business Environment & Nature

Feb 27, 2025

Forum Castelo Branco Goes Greener – What It Means for Our Community

Great news for Castelo Branco! Forum Castelo Branco is taking sustainability seriously, >>>

General Business

Feb 7, 2025

Housing Market Trends in Portugal: What Do They Mean for Beira Baixa?

In January 2025, Portugal's housing market saw a 4.3% increase in median >>>