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Aug 25, 20263 min read

Mayor José Carlos Gonçalves on Governance and Future Plans for São Vicente

In a recent interview, São Vicente's Mayor, José Carlos Gonçalves, reveals his governance approach and discusses upcoming projects, including infrastructure and retail developments.

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Aug 25, 20263 min read

São Vicente Celebrates 282 Years with Festive Events

São Vicente marks its 282nd anniversary with a blend of official ceremonies and lively festivities, attracting both locals and tourists.

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Aug 25, 20262 min read

PSD/Madeira Reaffirms Commitment to Emigrant Communities

The PSD/Madeira has emphasized its commitment to emigrant communities, celebrating their contributions and maintaining cultural ties at the annual Emigrant Day.

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Aug 25, 20263 min read

Public Funding Needed for Ferry Connection Between Madeira and Mainland

A recent study reveals that the ferry service between Madeira and the mainland requires public funding due to insufficient revenue from operational activities.

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Aug 25, 20262 min read

Caniçal Port Handles Four Cargo Ships Simultaneously

In a landmark operation, Caniçal Port in Madeira managed to handle four cargo ships at once, unloading 647 containers and 104 vehicles, demonstrating its logistical prowess and strategic importance.

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Aug 25, 20263 min read

Public Funding Needed for Madeira-Continent Ferry Link, Study Reveals

A recent economic study suggests that the Madeira-Continent ferry service cannot sustain itself financially without public funding, highlighting a need for government intervention.

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Aug 24, 20263 min read

High Success Rate for Jaime Moniz High School Students in Higher Education Admissions

Jaime Moniz High School in Madeira achieved a remarkable 89% placement rate in the first phase of the national higher education admissions process, with a focus on engineering and health fields.

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Aug 24, 20263 min read

LREC Launches New Risk Monitoring Plan in São Vicente

The Regional Civil Engineering Laboratory (LREC) has launched a new monitoring plan to identify risk zones in São Vicente, following recent landslides.

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Aug 24, 20263 min read

Jaime Moniz High School Achieves 89% Success Rate in University Admissions

The Jaime Moniz High School in Madeira proudly announces that 89% of its university applicants were successfully placed in the first phase of the national access competition.

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Aug 24, 20263 min read

Historic Day at Porto do Caniçal: Four Cargo Ships Unload Simultaneously

Porto do Caniçal in Madeira marked a historic achievement by handling four cargo ships simultaneously, unloading 647 containers and 104 vehicles, highlighting the port's growing importance to the regional economy.

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Aug 24, 20262 min read

Fire in Gaula Quickly Contained by Firefighters

A brush fire in Gaula, Madeira, was swiftly controlled by local firefighters, preventing potential damage to nearby areas.

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Aug 24, 20263 min read

Madeira Approves New Housing Policy Decree in Funchal's Amparo Area

The Regional Representative of Madeira, Paulo Barreto, approved a decree to safeguard housing development in Funchal's Amparo. The decree, initially approved on August 6, aims to regulate residential growth.