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A political debate is unfolding in Madeira as the party Livre calls on citizens to oppose plans to privatize public hiking trails, warning of threats to nature, access, and heritage.
The transport workers' union in Madeira has secured a pay raise for 2025. As a result of the agreement, the union said they would opt for a strike.
Madeira saw the biggest drop in unemployment in Portugal this May, with nearly 900 fewer people jobless than last year - confirming a steady improvement in the labour market.
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concerts and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
After being closed for around 14 months, the Funchal promenade has again reopened. Officials say this is only the first phase, but no info is given on how many phases there are, when the next will begin, or if and when the promenade will close again.
Madeira’s population grew by more than 2,800 people in 2024, reaching its highest total since 2014. Migration played a key role, helping offset a continuing natural population decline.
Monthly mortgage payments keep falling, despite total loan amounts increasing.
Sexist slurs & vulgar language by Eduardo Jesus have ignited outrage. A public petition demanding his resignation is gaining traction. Here’s what was said.
A motorcyclist critically injured in a crash on Funchal’s Caminho dos Pretos has died after spending two days in intensive care.
Attention all movie lovers: Amid declining attendance and revenue losses, Madeira Shopping Cinema is throwing in the towel at the end of this month! Madeira is set to lose one of its two cinemas.
Four local men have been identified by Funchal police in connection with assaults and robberies targeting foreign nationals. Authorities continue investigations and ask victims to come forward.
