Espada Festival Begins Today in Câmara de Lobos
The annual Festa do Peixe Espada Preto begins today in Câmara de Lobos.
The annual Festa do Peixe Espada Preto begins today in Câmara de Lobos.
A landslide close to the Praia Formosa promenade occurred nearly three weeks ago. Authorities are now closing the affected section. How long will it take for the promenade to reopen?
Visitors to Cabo Girão, among the tallest sea cliffs in Europe, criticized the dirty glass panels and neglect, insisting that with an entrance fee in place, the viewpoint should be properly cleaned and cared for.
A striking mural honoring Câmara de Lobos' fishing heritage was unveiled today. More street art murals are already being considered for other parishes across Madeira
Beachgoers at Praia Vigário have raised safety concerns after several people slipped due to water leaking onto walkways. Authorities say the leaks were caused by acts of vandalism and are asking the public to help prevent further damage.
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.
Parish Council President Celso Bettencourt has called for a coordinated response to tackle visible drug addiction in the centre of Câmara de Lobos.
Roughly 40 people were evacuated from Câmara de Lobos’s PEZO zone after an ammonia leak at a the Coral brewery Emergency crews contained the situation, with two individuals requiring hospital treatment.
BBC Radio 4, alongside Diário de Notícias da Madeira, investigates the Bloom drug crisis in Madeira, stressing rising street-level impact, and the growing challenge of regulating synthetic drugs under outdated laws.
A proposed fishing band aims to protect black scabbardfish during its breeding season, while a permanent hard cap of 1 million fish annually is suggested to ensure the species' ongoing survival.
Bloom, a powerful psychoactive drug that is readily available, is tightening its grip on Madeira, leading to a disturbing rise in violent behavior and putting both residents and authorities on high alert.