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Born a Millennial and living in Câmara de Lobos since 2023, I have a background in history and politics. I write news with context for readers to stay informed. Despite challenges, we live in a time of great freedom and we must all do more to preserve it.
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Praça do Município Under Threat? Underground Parking Faces Resistance

Praça do Município Under Threat? Underground Parking Faces Resistance

Residents fiercely oppose plans to build a car park under the historic Praça do Município, fearing damage to the square and surrounding landmarks.

Government Considers Banning Access To Pico Do Arieiro

Government Considers Banning Access To Pico Do Arieiro

The Government of Madeira is considering restricting access to Pico do Arieiro,due to daily congestion and chaotic parking conditions.

Câmara De Lobos Celebrating Festa Gastronómica Do Peixe-Espada Preto

Câmara De Lobos Celebrating Festa Gastronómica Do Peixe-Espada Preto

Câmara de Lobos to host annual black scabbardfish festival.

Portuguese Navy Calls For Naval Base In Madeira

Portuguese Navy Calls For Naval Base In Madeira

Portuguese Navy proposes a new base on the island to strengthen national defense and counter threats against infrastructure and from specific regions.

New Pico Do Arieiro Bus Routes Face Backlash

New Pico Do Arieiro Bus Routes Face Backlash

New bus route to Pico do Arieiro faces backlash from right wing party, fearing unfair competition and worsening traffic.

Portuguese Work Longer Than EU-Average

Portuguese Work Longer Than EU-Average

Portuguese retire later than most Europeans and are also working more years than a decade ago.

Calls For Ferry Connecting Madeira, Azores, And Canary Islands

Calls For Ferry Connecting Madeira, Azores, And Canary Islands

The Liberal Party (IL) proposes a new ferry service connecting Madeira, the Azores, and the Canary Islands, along with ideas on how to fund the project.

Number Of Doctors In Madeira On The Rise, Most Of Them Are Women

Number Of Doctors In Madeira On The Rise, Most Of Them Are Women

Madeira reported an increase in doctors and nurses, improving healthcare service availability and quality in 2023.

Compassion Prevails: Desert Lynx Returns To Family!

Compassion Prevails: Desert Lynx Returns To Family!

Bores, the domesticated lynx that got seized and removed from his Funchal home, is being returned to his family while legal proceedings continue.

Horários do Funchal Launches Bus Services To Pico Do Arieiro

Horários do Funchal Launches Bus Services To Pico Do Arieiro

Excellent news coming from 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹 📢 which launches 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 to 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗶𝗿𝗼 from August 5th, enhancing access and reducing local traffic 🚍 🚦

Mayra Santos Completes Triumphant Swim from Madeira To Desertas And Back

Mayra Santos Completes Triumphant Swim from Madeira To Desertas And Back

Mayra Santos accomplished what no one else had dared: swimming from Madeira to Desertas and back in under a day.