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Crime & Justice

Man shot dead in bar in Campina Grande

A 28-year-old man was shot dead inside a bar in Campina Grande, Brazil, while another bystander was also injured.

Mar 2 • 10:29 UTC
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National & Local

Driver caught hitting dog on street in Campina Grande; VIDEO

A driver was recorded hitting a dog in Campina Grande, Brazil, leading to an investigation after the dog's owner reported the incident.

Mar 1 • 16:52 UTC
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National & Local

Water shortages in neighborhoods of Campina Grande and two other cities on Sunday (1st); see list of affected areas

Water supply will be interrupted on Sunday in neighborhoods of Campina Grande and the cities of Pocinhos and Puxinanã due to maintenance work.

Feb 28 • 22:04 UTC
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National & Local

UFCG publishes waiting list for Sisu 2026

The Federal University of Campina Grande (UFCG) has released the waiting list for the Unified Selection System (Sisu) 2026, allowing candidates to check their scores and rankings.

Feb 27 • 14:56 UTC
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National & Local

Campina Grande extends deadline for payment of IPTU with discount

The municipality of Campina Grande has extended the deadline for paying the IPTU tax with a 10% discount, allowing residents to settle their dues by March 31.

Feb 27 • 11:38 UTC
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National & Local

Family reports aggression against a 7-year-old autistic child at a school in Campina Grande

A family has reported that their 7-year-old autistic child was allegedly assaulted by another student at a municipal school in Campina Grande, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 10:39 UTC
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National & Local

Brother of mototaxi driver killed in accident with van is hospitalized in serious condition in Campina Grande

A mototaxi driver, Eduardo Barbosa de Azevedo, was killed in an accident involving a van while taking his brother to work in Campina Grande, Brazil, and his brother is currently in serious condition.

Feb 26 • 15:51 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested after committing 9 burglaries at the same pharmacy in Campina Grande

A 30-year-old man was arrested in Campina Grande, Brazil, after committing nine burglaries at the same pharmacy, causing over R$ 5,000 in losses.

Feb 26 • 11:53 UTC
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National & Local

Accident leaves motorcycle taxi driver dead and others injured on Avenida Manoel Tavares in Campina Grande

A traffic accident involving a van and a motorcycle in Campina Grande resulted in the death of a motorcycle taxi driver and injuries to two others.

Feb 26 • 11:27 UTC
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National & Local

Company opens selection for 80 positions for Young Apprentice in Campina Grande

The Municipal Employment Agency of Campina Grande is offering 80 job positions for Young Apprentices at a private company.

Feb 25 • 21:12 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Federal Court in Paraíba condemns criminal group for scheme to insert fake R$ 200 notes into the market

A Federal Court in the state of Paraíba, Brazil, has sentenced three men for their role in a scheme to circulate counterfeit R$ 200 notes in commercial establishments in Campina Grande and nearby cities.

Feb 25 • 18:37 UTC
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National & Local

UFCG opens registrations for free pre-college course; find out how to enroll

The Federal University of Campina Grande (UFCG) has opened registrations for its free pre-college course starting March 23, 2026, offering 240 spots for eligible high school students.

Feb 23 • 18:00 UTC
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National & Local

100 days until the 2026 São João in Campina Grande: what is known

The 2026 São João festival in Campina Grande, Brazil, is set to take place from June 3 to July 5, lasting 33 days, with fewer days than the previous year.

Feb 23 • 08:59 UTC
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National & Local

Seu Pereira, Cafuçuzin and Virgens de Campina, and more: 'Qual a Boa?' for the weekend, February 20, 21, and 22, in PB

The cultural agenda 'Qual a Boa?' in Paraíba highlights various events and shows over the weekend, featuring Seu Pereira and popular carnival blocks in cities like João Pessoa and Campina Grande.

Feb 20 • 08:58 UTC
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National & Local

Campina Grande opens 500 spots for free technology courses

Campina Grande, Brazil, has announced the availability of 500 free spots for technology courses starting March 9th, covering various in-demand areas.

Feb 19 • 15:13 UTC
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National & Local

Ash Wednesday: check the mass schedule in João Pessoa and Campina Grande

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent in the Catholic tradition, with special mass schedules in João Pessoa and Campina Grande, Brazil.

Feb 18 • 09:32 UTC
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National & Local

Paraíba has more than 1,800 job vacancies offered by Sines from February 18 to 20

The Sine System in Paraíba is offering 1,860 job vacancies from February 18 to 20, 2023, across different municipalities including João Pessoa and Campina Grande.

Feb 18 • 09:30 UTC
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National & Local

Elba Ramalho is confirmed as an attraction at the opening of Crescer for 2027, in Campina Grande

Brazilian singer Elba Ramalho will headline the opening of the Crescer event in 2027, in Campina Grande, Paraíba.

Feb 17 • 16:28 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival of Peace 2026 Ends Religious Events This Tuesday (17) in Campina Grande

The Carnival of Peace 2026 concludes its religious and philosophical meetings in Campina Grande, Brazil, with a significant turnout of over 230,000 participants this year.

Feb 17 • 09:03 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival of Peace 2026: events promote respect and dialogue between different religions in Campina Grande

The Carnival of Peace in Campina Grande is a 50-year-old cultural event that brings together people of various faiths to promote religious tolerance through interfaith dialogues.

Feb 16 • 15:48 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival of Peace 2026: Miep and Verbo da Vida Camp begin this Saturday (14)

The Carnival of Peace 2026 in Campina Grande, Brazil, features the opening of the Miep event and the Verbo da Vida Camp this Saturday.

Feb 14 • 10:20 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival 2026: What is Open and What is Closed in Campina Grande

The article discusses the altered operating hours of various businesses in Campina Grande during the 2026 Carnival.

Feb 14 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

Operation finds more than a ton of expired food in a establishment in Campina Grande

A joint operation in Campina Grande uncovered over a ton of expired food in a local establishment, leading to two closures and an ongoing investigation.

Feb 13 • 16:25 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival of Peace 2026: Crescer and several other events start this Friday (13)

The Carnival of Peace 2026 in Campina Grande, Brazil, features a Catholic community event called Crescer that starts today and continues until February 17th.

Feb 13 • 10:29 UTC
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National & Local

Peace Carnival 2026: Campina Grande is expected to gather more than 230,000 people at religious events

Campina Grande is expecting over 230,000 attendees for its 2026 Peace Carnival, a 5% increase from the previous year.

Feb 12 • 18:29 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival of Peace 2026 in Campina Grande starts this Thursday (12) with the opening of Christian Consciousness

The Carnival of Peace 2026 in Campina Grande will kick off on February 12 with the opening of the Christian Consciousness event, expecting around 100,000 attendees over six days.

Feb 12 • 09:08 UTC
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National & Local

3-year-old girl drowns in pool in Campina Grande

A 3-year-old girl named Bella Ohana died after drowning in her family's pool in Campina Grande, Brazil.

Feb 11 • 22:02 UTC
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National & Local

Employees vacate the office of the mayor of Campina Grande after overdue salaries are paid

Employees of the Campina Grande city hall vacated the mayor's office after overdue salaries were paid following a union protest.

Feb 11 • 20:25 UTC
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National & Local

Workers occupy the office of the mayor of Campina Grande due to delayed salaries

Municipal workers in Campina Grande have occupied the mayor's office to protest overdue salaries, rallying for the regularization of their payments.

Feb 11 • 14:42 UTC
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National & Local

Queue forms on BR in Paraná after truck breakdown, and driver is killed while waiting for traffic release

A truck breakdown on BR-116 in Paraná led to significant congestion, during which a driver was shot and killed.

Feb 11 • 10:51 UTC
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National & Local

Section of BR-230 in Campina Grande to be closed for paving starting Wednesday (11)

A section of BR-230 in Campina Grande, Brazil, will be closed for paving work starting Wednesday, impacting traffic flow for drivers traveling to Queimadas.

Feb 10 • 21:19 UTC
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National & Local

Campina Grande declares an optional holiday for Carnival 2026

The municipal government of Campina Grande, Brazil, has declared an optional holiday during Carnival 2026, suspending public administrative activities from February 16 to February 18.

Feb 10 • 20:43 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Woman arrested on suspicion of receiving an order with a thousand ecstasy pills in Campina Grande

A 21-year-old woman was arrested in Campina Grande, Brazil, for allegedly receiving a package containing a thousand ecstasy pills, leading to charges of drug trafficking.

Feb 10 • 19:59 UTC
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National & Local

Campina Grande offers IPTU 2026 ticket with discount for one-time payment

The Campina Grande city government has made available the 2026 IPTU ticket with a 10% discount for those who pay in a single installment before February 28.

Feb 9 • 18:02 UTC
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National & Local

Pole falls, destroys cars and leaves part of downtown Campina Grande without power

A utility pole fell in downtown Campina Grande, damaging two parked cars and causing power outages in the area, impacting local businesses.

Feb 9 • 15:35 UTC
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National & Local

Student ID 2026 will be unified with the bus pass card in Campina Grande; issuance begins this Monday (9)

The 2026 student ID in Campina Grande will now be integrated with the bus pass card, starting issuance on Monday, July 9.

Feb 9 • 09:12 UTC
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National & Local

Rain Causes Flooding, Wall Collapses, and Rising Water Levels at Açude Velho in Campina Grande

Heavy rains in Campina Grande, Brazil, have led to significant flooding, wall collapses, and raised water levels at the Açude Velho reservoir.

Feb 8 • 20:59 UTC
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National & Local

Family cheese business spans generations and boosts local economy in Campina Grande

A family-run cheese business in Campina Grande, Brazil, has been active for over 60 years, attracting tourists and boosting the local economy by selling around 600 kilograms of cheese each week.

Feb 8 • 18:41 UTC
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National & Local

See list of entities authorized to issue student IDs 2026 in João Pessoa and Campina Grande

João Pessoa and Campina Grande, Brazil, have announced the student entities authorized to issue the 2026 Student Identification Card, essential for accessing half-price fares and other legal benefits.

Feb 8 • 15:26 UTC
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National & Local

Family loses everything after heavy rains recorded in Campina Grande, PB

A family in Campina Grande, Paraíba, lost all their belongings when their house was flooded by heavy rains on Thursday night.

Feb 6 • 15:26 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 6 • 10:14 UTC
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Life & Tech

Bell Marques, Daniela Mercury, Solange Almeida, and more attractions: 'Qual a Boa?' for the weekend, February 6, 7, and 8, in PB

The cultural agenda of 'Qual a Boa?' features parties, concerts, and other events taking place in Paraíba this weekend, with performances from various artists in cities like João Pessoa, Campina Grande, and Patos.

Feb 6 • 09:10 UTC
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National & Local

After fish die-off, study points to degradation of the Piabas Canal and pollution runoff to the Açude Velho in Campina Grande

A study by the Federal University of Campina Grande highlights the need for improvements to the Piabas Canal after thousands of dead fish were removed from the Açude Velho, raising concerns about water quality.

Feb 5 • 22:52 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man who shot ex-wife and ex-brother-in-law sentenced to more than 26 years in prison in Campina Grande

Magno Lima Silva has been sentenced to 26 years and 15 days in prison for attempted murder of his ex-wife and ex-brother-in-law, as well as kidnapping his daughter in Campina Grande.

Feb 5 • 22:41 UTC
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National & Local

Final Destruction 2 and (Control) debut in the cinemas of Paraíba

The action film "Final Destruction 2" premieres in the cinemas of Paraíba alongside the national film (Control), featuring Carolina Dieckmann, with screenings in several cities including João Pessoa and Campina Grande.

Feb 5 • 10:42 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Motorcyclist dies after collision with car on BR-230 in Campina Grande

A 26-year-old motorcyclist named Bruno Cavalcante died in an accident after colliding with a car on BR-230, near Campina Grande, while attempting an improper overtaking on a curve.

Feb 5 • 09:13 UTC
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National & Local

The school year of the municipal education network of Campina Grande starts this Wednesday (4)

Classes in the municipal education network of Campina Grande begin on Wednesday for over 35,000 confirmed students, with enrollment still ongoing.

Feb 4 • 09:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: driver does not pull handbrake and truck invades house in Paraná

A truck crashed into a house in Campina Grande do Sul, Paraná, after the driver failed to engage the handbrake while parked on a slope, damaging the property and narrowly missing an elderly woman inside who was unharmed.

Feb 3 • 20:28 UTC
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National & Local

Fire destroys market in Campina Grande

A fire engulfed a market in the Pedregal neighborhood of Campina Grande on Monday afternoon, causing extensive damage but no injuries.

Feb 2 • 21:54 UTC
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National & Local

See the list of approved candidates at UFCG through Sisu 2026

The list of approved candidates for courses at the Federal University of Campina Grande (UFCG) through the Unified Selection System (Sisu) 2026 has been released, allowing students who took the Enem in 2023, 2024, or 2025 to compete for spots.

Feb 2 • 17:59 UTC

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