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Funchal to mark World Animal Day at Jardins do Lido
The fifth annual initiative will include animal-welfare activities, a veterinary awareness session, a dog parade and stands from local animal-sector organisations.
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PCP urges Madeira public administration workers to join 2 October strike
Avenida Zarco will host an 11:00 gathering beside the Palácio do Governo during Madeira's protest day.
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Sep 30, 20261 min read
PS seeks safeguards for fishing at Calheta recreation port
A PS draft resolution calls for changes to protect fishing activity and ensure fishermen can use Calheta's recreation port under accessible conditions.
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Sep 30, 20261 min read
PSD rejects Machico meeting minutes, alleging opposition was silenced
PSD councillors in Machico said disputed meeting minutes omitted opposition contributions on the PDM, housing funding and the Desembarcadouro area.
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Sep 30, 20261 min read
Funchal Senior University opens with record 184 students
Universidade Sénior do Funchal has begun the 2026/2027 school year with its highest enrolment since it was founded.
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Sep 30, 20262 min read
PS-Madeira renews call for agricultural reserve
The party says it will resubmit its proposal after accusing the regional government of blocking stronger protection for agricultural land.
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Sep 29, 20261 min read
Funchal forms committee for revised youth plan
Funchal's Municipal Youth Council has set up a committee to revise its first Municipal Youth Plan.
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Two Portuguese Air Force F-16s conduct touch-and-go manoeuvres at Madeira Airport
The manoeuvres drew attention near the airport and were recorded by the YouTube channel Madeira Airport Spotting.
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Sep 29, 20261 min read
PS questions Santa Cruz’s €13.2m loan plan
The PS says residents should be told the cost, timetable and 20-year financial burden of works proposed under Santa Cruz's planned loan.
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Jaime Moniz students and teachers join Erasmus+ mobility in Poland
An Erasmus+ group from Escola Secundária Jaime Moniz joined sustainability workshops and cultural visits in Łódź, Poland.
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Sep 28, 20261 min read
Madeira hospital tender deadline extended to 13 October
The third-phase tender for Madeira's new central and university hospital has a new deadline, while PS-M seeks an explanation from the Regional Government.
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Sep 26, 20261 min read
Eco Mercado begins in Câmara de Lobos with coastal clean-up
The two-day municipal programme combines coastal care, local traditions, workshops and live music in Câmara de Lobos.