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Algarve News March 22, 2023

Locals help ‘freshen up’ Ferragudo

Locals help ‘freshen up’ Ferragudo
Portugal Resident
Foreign community joins forces with scouts to remove eyesore graffiti Unauthorised graffiti was removed from several walls and structures in the picturesque fishing village of Ferragudo. The initiative was carried out last weekend by dozens of volunteers. The idea was pitched to the local parish council by a group of over 20 citizens, most of […]
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Algarve News March 20, 2023

Albufeira Sea Fest promises Easter fun

Albufeira Sea Fest promises Easter fun
Portugal Resident
After a successful first edition last year, Albufeira Council has confirmed the return of Albufeira Sea Fest on April 7 and 8. Due to take place at Praça dos Pescadores beachside square from 9am to 11pm, the event is described as a “great party for youngsters and families” during the Easter school break. There will […]
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Algarve News March 19, 2023

Taps off on World Water Day!

Taps off on World Water Day!
Portugal Resident
To mark World Water Day, Águas do Algarve urges the population to turn off their tap for an hour. The celebrations on March 22 also include a book launch and a Walk for Water. The Algarve’s water company, Águas do Algarve, has scheduled several activities to celebrate World Water Day and raise awareness of the […]
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Algarve News March 17, 2023

Monchique ‘revitalised’ five years after major fire

Monchique ‘revitalised’ five years after major fire
Portugal Resident
Five new hiking trails created as part of ‘Revitalising Monchique’ project A project to ‘revitalise’ Monchique after the major wildfire in 2018 has come to a close, with its crowning achievement being the creation of five new hiking trails. ‘Revitalizar Monchique – o turismo como catalizador’ (Revitalising Monchique – tourism as a catalyst) was launched […]
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Algarve News March 16, 2023

Portimonense: Paying the penalty

Portimonense: Paying the penalty
Portugal Resident
Once again, Portimonense’s inability to find the back of the net – even with two attempts from the penalty spot – cost manager Paulo Sérgio’s team dearly as Chaves ran out the winners of an otherwise balanced encounter in the north of Portugal. Japanese international keeper Nakamura kept Portimonense in the game with two good […]
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Algarve News March 10, 2023

Sunken art to become new Algarve attraction

Sunken art to become new Algarve attraction
Portugal Resident
Artworks will be sunken to create an underwater exhibition off the coast of Praia de Santa Eulália in Albufeira Some of the artworks which are going to be sunken to create an underwater exhibition off the coast of Praia de Santa Eulália in Albufeira – which has already received the green lights it needed from […]
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Algarve News March 9, 2023

Portimonense: Lion fodder

Portimonense: Lion fodder
Portugal Resident
LIGA BWIN: PORTIMONENSE 0-1 SPORTING LISBON The meagre score line did not reflect the action on the pitch as Portimonense displayed a remarkable lack of ambition, managing only six shots at goal without seriously troubling keeper Adán as opposed to the visitors’ 21 often dangerous efforts. Manager Paulo Sérgio’s defence found itself all at sea […]
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Algarve News March 5, 2023

Rallye Casinos do Algarve returns to Silves after 28 years

Rallye Casinos do Algarve returns to Silves after 28 years
Portugal Resident
For the first time in its more than fifty-year history, the race will be held in the spring, between March 30 and April 1. For the first time in its more than fifty-year history, the Rallye Casinos do Algarve will be held in the spring, between March 30 and April 1. With its headquarters at […]
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Algarve News March 4, 2023

Portimão churches host Ancient Music Festival

Portimão churches host Ancient Music Festival
Portugal Resident
The third edition of the Rosa do Mundo Festival takes place across the municipality, with concerts on March 12, 18, 24 and 31. Portimão’s most emblematic churches are hosting the third edition of the Festival Rosa do Mundo – Ancient Music between March 12 and 31. The festival is a collaboration between the Academy of […]
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Algarve News March 2, 2023

Algarve tourism boss confirms he will not seek re-election

Algarve tourism boss confirms he will not seek re-election
Portugal Resident
Decision follows confusion over term limit  The president of the Algarve Tourism Board (RTA) has announced that he will not be seeking to be re-elected in the institution’s upcoming elections. Speaking to Lusa news agency, João Fernandes said the decision boils down to the unclear legislation regarding the maximum number of terms allowed in regional […]
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