Residents of Jēkabpils district prepare for floods in advance
As spring arrives, residents of Jēkabpils district in Latvia are proactively preparing for potential flooding caused by melting ice on the Daugava River.
The lowest areas in Jēkabpils municipality are flooded; the situation in the city is calm
Several summer houses and access roads have been flooded in Jēkabpils municipality due to ice jams, but the city itself remains calm.
Flooded road Skudras-Leicāni on Sakas Island in Jēkabpils Municipality
A local road in Jēkabpils Municipality has been flooded and closed due to rising water levels and ice melt.
Daugavpils and Rīga volleyball players win in the first matches of the Latvian Championship semifinals
In the first semifinal matches of the Latvian Volleyball Championship, Daugavpils and Rīga teams celebrated victories at home.
VIDEO: A Young Man in Jēkabpils Causes an Accident but Denies His Guilt. An Expert Points Out Something Quite Different
A young driver in Jēkabpils is involved in a car accident and disputes the police's determination of his guilt, while an expert suggests he may be avoiding responsibility for insurance compensation.
In Jēkabpils County, thaw and mass restrictions on highways hinder economic activities
Economic activities in Jēkabpils County are severely hampered by thawing conditions and transport weight restrictions on local highways.
A woman in Jēkabpils seeks new owners for 11 cats and a dog after the death of her partner
A woman in Jēkabpils is looking for new homes for her deceased partner's 11 cats and a dog, as the animals currently have no one to care for them.
"Preparing for the worst, hoping for the best" – Surveying residents living in flood risk zones in Jēkabpils district
Officials are assessing household preparedness for potential emergencies among residents in flood-prone areas of Jēkabpils district, as they warn about the dangers of complacency.
Cracks and Potholes Intensifying on Certain Streets in Jēkabpils
In Jēkabpils, cracks and potholes are increasingly forming on certain roads, especially due to changing weather conditions and aging asphalt.
Protests in Jēkabpils Municipality Against School Network Reform; 18 Teachers May Lose Their Jobs
Residents of Jēkabpils protested against school network reforms that could lead to job losses for teachers due to a decrease in student numbers.
Changes in Jēkabpils Municipality's Education Network
Jēkabpils Municipality approved changes to its education network after protests from school representatives.
Parents will protest against changes in the education network of Jekabpils region
Parents in Jekabpils are organizing a protest against the planned closure of schools and reductions in educational programs.
Strengthening the Stroke Unit and Trauma Services at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital, Says Minister
Latvian Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri emphasizes the need to enhance the stroke unit and trauma services at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital during a meeting with the hospital's management.
After requests from several municipalities, the limit on wolf hunting is increased only in the Valmiera region
The wolf hunting limit has been increased in Valmiera due to requests from local municipalities, but it has already been exhausted in some areas like Jēkabpils.
VIDEO ⟩ Musician Līna Gogule: I am inspired by the desire to strive for the best
Līna Gogule, a talented young musician from Jēkabpils, discusses her journey and aspirations in music during an interview on the show 'Tepat aiz horizonta.'
The Dismissal of Two Trauma Surgeons at Jēkabpils Hospital – Not the First Case in Latvia Where Medical Services Are Suspended
Two trauma surgeons in Jēkabpils, Latvia, have been suspended due to patient safety concerns, following multiple complaints and reports of excessive repeat surgeries.
The Health Inspectorate will assess the quality of the work of traumatologists at Jēkabpils Hospital
The Health Inspectorate is set to evaluate the work quality of traumatologists at Jēkabpils Hospital following several cases needing intervention.
Quality of Services Provided by Traumatologists at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital to Be Evaluated
The Latvia Health Inspection will assess the quality of services provided by traumatologists at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital after concerns were raised about patient care.
Dog Owners in Jekabpils Await Justice and Live in Fear for Their Safety
Dog owners in Jekabpils express their fears and seek justice following the shooting of their pets, amidst concerns over the investigation's integrity.
The convicted Skreivers resigns from office
Uldis Skreivers, the head of the Jēkabpils municipality, has resigned following a court ruling against him for document forgery.
The operation of the traumatology department at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital has been suspended; two traumatologists have been dismissed
The traumatology department at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital has been temporarily suspended due to poor service quality, resulting in the dismissal of two traumatologists.
Two traumatologists suspended due to inappropriate treatment at Jekabpils hospital
Two traumatologists at Jekabpils regional hospital have been suspended amid allegations of systemic issues in patient care resulting in repeated surgeries in Riga.
The colorful graduation performance is being staged at Jēkabpils State Gymnasium
Students at Jēkabpils State Gymnasium are preparing a vibrant graduation performance of the musical 'Tobāgo', reflecting on historical hopes and realities.
High incidence of influenza persists in Latvia
Influenza cases remain high in Latvia, with significant occurrences reported last week in Jēkabpils, Jelgava, and Jūrmala, according to data from the Disease Prevention and Control Center.
A record-breaking solar park has been launched in Jēkabpils Municipality
A record-breaking 120.8 MW solar park has commenced operations in Jēkabpils Municipality, marking the largest project in the Baltic States by installed capacity at a single site, with an investment of 96 million euros from renewable energy company Green Genius.