Devotion to Saint Joseph is a tradition in a rural community and renews hope for rain in Agreste da Paraíba
The rural community in Agreste da Paraíba places strong faith in Saint Joseph, believing that rain on his feast day signifies a bountiful harvest.
'Potential Danger': Inmet Issues Alert for Heavy Rains in Caruaru and 54 Other Cities in PE
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for potential heavy rains in Caruaru and 54 other municipalities in the Agreste and Sertão regions of Pernambuco.
Man dies and teenager is injured in motorcycle accident on BR-230, in the Agreste of PB
A motorcycle accident on BR-230 in Olivedo, Brazil, resulted in the death of a 56-year-old man and injuries to a 14-year-old teenager.
Elderly man arrested suspected of raping his granddaughter, in the Agreste region of Paraíba
A 73-year-old man was arrested in Ingá, Paraíba, on suspicion of raping his 22-year-old granddaughter who has an intellectual disability.
ExpoGaranhuns 2026 energizes agribusiness in Agreste with fairs, exhibitions, and opportunities
ExpoGaranhuns 2026 is set to take place this week in Garanhuns, Pernambuco, showcasing agribusiness at one of the region's largest agricultural fairs.
Elderly man arrested on suspicion of raping 11-year-old niece in Paraíba's Agreste
A 62-year-old man has been arrested in Paraíba, Brazil, on suspicion of sexually assaulting his 11-year-old niece during a family gathering.
Compesa halts Agreste Adutor and affects water supply in 11 cities; see the list
The Companhia Pernambucana de Saneamento is suspending water supply in several municipalities due to a temporary halt in the Agreste Adutor for essential maintenance work.
Man arrested after being a fugitive for 18 years for killing ex-wife's boyfriend in Agreste of Paraíba
A man has been arrested after being on the run for 18 years for the murder of his ex-wife's boyfriend in Paraíba.
Shows at Casa Rosa and Taquaritinga Motofest liven up the weekend in Agreste of PE
Cultural events including music shows at Casa Rosa in Caruaru and the 15th Taquaritinga Motofest offer entertainment during the extended weekend in Pernambuco.
Tanajura costs up to R$ 300 and becomes a hamburger, pizza, and snack in the Agreste region of Pernambuco
The tanajura, a traditional insect from the interior of Pernambuco, is currently being sold for as much as R$ 300 per kilogram due to its seasonal availability, and is being featured in various dishes like hamburgers and pizzas.
Rain in Agreste of PE leaves 923 homeless and displaced; see affected municipalities
Recent heavy rains in Pernambuco have left 923 people homeless or displaced, impacting over three thousand residents in the region.
Alligator is captured after roaming the streets of Fagundes, in the Agreste region of Paraíba
An alligator was captured in Fagundes, Paraíba, after being seen wandering the streets, and is set to be released following a health evaluation.
Heavy rains and winds cause tree falls, flooding, and disruptions in cities of Agreste in PE
Severe storms in Agreste region of Pernambuco have led to tree falls and extensive flooding, causing significant disruption for residents.
Break in the Agreste Aqueduct causes large water leak on BR-232 and affects supply in three cities; VIDEO
A break in the Agreste Aqueduct caused a significant water leak along BR-232, impacting the water supply in Bezerros and leading to service suspensions in nearby areas.
Five people are killed in a rural area of a city in the Agreste of Paraíba due to a dispute between criminal factions
Five individuals were killed in a rural house in Itabaiana, Paraíba, due to escalating violence between rival criminal factions.
Mega-Sena 2977: 20 bets from the interior of PE hit numbers, check the result
Twenty bets from the Agreste and Sertão regions of Pernambuco won with four correct numbers in the Mega-Sena lottery draw 2,977 in Brazil.
Rains cause destruction, flooding, and damage in Agreste; see the most affected municipalities
Heavy rains in the Agreste region of Pernambuco, Brazil, have led to significant destruction, flooding, and damage across several municipalities.
A Bet from Arapiraca, in the Agreste, Hits the Mega-Sena's Quina and Wins a Prize of R$ 33 Thousand
A bet placed in Arapiraca, Brazil, won R$33,510.78 in the Mega-Sena lottery's recent draw.
Truck is swept away by the current on BR-423 after heavy rains in the Agreste of PE; VIDEO
A truck was swept away by floodwaters on BR-423 in Jupi, Pernambuco, after heavy rains, but the driver was rescued unharmed.
Heavy rains put cities in Agreste and Sertão of Pernambuco on alert and cause flooding; VIDEO
Heavy rains in Pernambuco have caused flooding and significant disruptions in several municipalities, particularly in Agreste and Sertão regions.
Three men are arrested suspected of being part of a criminal faction in a city in Agreste da Paraíba
Three men have been arrested in Itabaiana, Paraíba, on suspicion of being part of a criminal faction attempting to establish itself in the region.
Carnival: HEA in Arapiraca registers 22 cases of scorpion stings; see how to prevent proliferation
The Hospital de Emergência do Agreste in Arapiraca reported 22 scorpion sting cases during Carnival amidst a significant increase in such incidents this year.
Elderly man dies after motorcycle collision with car in the Agreste region of Paraíba
A 69-year-old man died following a motorcycle collision with a car on BR-104 in Alcantil, Paraíba, confirmed by the Federal Highway Police.
Intense rain with hail and flooding recorded in the Agreste of PE; VIDEO
An intense hailstorm and subsequent flooding occurred in Brejão, Pernambuco, causing significant water accumulation but no reported injuries or serious damage.
A Arapiraca bet in the Agreste of AL hits the Mega-Sena quina; see the prize
A bet from Arapiraca won R$27,143.02 in the Mega-Sena lottery after hitting the quina in the latest draw.
Man is killed with knife blows and teenage cousin is apprehended as a suspect in the Agreste of PB
A 32-year-old man was fatally stabbed, and a 16-year-old cousin is the primary suspect in the murder in Paraíba, Brazil.
Operation 'Take Back Control' arrests criminal organization suspected of homicides and trafficking in Agreste
The Civil Police of Pernambuco launched Operation 'Take Back Control,' arresting six individuals suspected of involvement in homicides and drug trafficking in Barra de Guabiraba.
Fire hits structure of Epitácio Pessoa Dam in Agreste of Paraíba
A fire damaged the floating pumps at the Epitácio Pessoa Dam in Boqueirão, Paraíba, which is the main reservoir serving Campina Grande and surrounding municipalities.
Shows, pre-carnival, traditional blocks, and more; check out the cultural agenda for this weekend
The cultural agenda for the weekend in Agreste, Pernambuco includes pre-carnival events, traditional blocks, and activities for children across various cities such as Caruaru, Bom Conselho, and Belo Jardim.
Man arrested and R$ 495 thousand seized after operation against gang in Agreste, PE
A major operation led to the arrest of a key suspect and the seizure of R$ 495,000 in cash after an investigation into an organized crime group in Agreste, Pernambuco.
Police seize half a ton of clandestine gunpowder and arrest two men in Agreste
Two men were arrested for illegally possessing over 550 kilograms of gunpowder and various weapons and ammunition in Riacho das Almas, Agreste.