Presidential Candidate Luís Marques Mendes Visits Madeira
Presidential candidate Luís Marques Mendes visited Madeira today, engaging with citizens and outlining key aspects of his PSD-backed candidacy.
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Residents to Enjoy Free Access to Botanical Garden
Trade-off? After announcing that residents will need to reserve timeslots for 42 hiking trails from 2026, authorities have now revealed that residents will enjoy free access to the Madeira Botanical Garden.
Madeira Prison Holds 341 Inmates, Including Seven Women
Madeiras prison currently hosts 341 inmates, including seven women. More than 70% of prisoners are from Madeira.
Medical Consultation Fees Rise to €65
After remaining stable for 15 years, medical consultation fees in Madeira rose to €60 last year, increased to €65 this December, and are set to rise to €70 in 12 months.
Madeira Reaches €75,000 Funding Goal for Animal Welfare Group
In just six days, more than 1,500 donors came together to raise the remarkable sum of €75,000, allowing Ajuda a Alimentar Cães to secure its shelter permanently and keep saving animals!
Funchal Joins Worldwide Calls for Freedom in Venezuela
People have once again taken to the streets of Funchal to protest the regime of Nicolás Maduro, holding on to the hope that freedom and peace may soon return to Venezuela.
Live Military Training in Funchal This Evening
Residents in Funchal can expect loud military training noises tonight as the 3rd Garrison Regiment conducts exercises for newly enlisted soldiers.
They Saved Countless Animals - Now You Can Save Them
Gentrification does not spare the most vulnerable nor the pillars of our society. Ajuda a Alimentar Cães now needs your support to preserve their space and continue saving lives.
Madeirans Gave 33.1 Tons of Food to Families in Need
Madeirans donated 33.1 tons of food during the 26th Banco Alimentar campaign, supporting local families and demonstrating remarkable community solidarity.
Funchal's Exceptional Decline in Affordable Housing
Funchal’s affordable housing market has collapsed over the past five years. According to Idealista, homes under €200,000 now make up only 1% of listings, while mid-range properties also dropped sharply.
