Local Election 2026: Six Candidates, Few Differences
In the upcoming local elections in Planegg, six candidates are challenging incumbent mayor Hermann Nafziger, with little distinction between their proposed policies.
Chimney Fire in Elva Municipality
A chimney fire was reported in the Elva municipality of Estonia, prompting a response from the fire department.
PHOTOS ⟩ A truck went off the road on the Tallinn-Pärnu highway
A truck lost control and went off the road on the Tallinn-Pärnu highway in Saue municipality, Estonia.
As a result of parental pressure, the Limbazi municipality council changes plans for the reorganization of music and arts schools
Due to parental protests, the Limbazi municipality council has altered its initial plan for reorganizing music and arts schools, opting to establish two instead of one.
Army Aviation Command soldiers assist in Juiz de Fora (MG) after heavy rains
Army Aviation Command soldiers from Taubaté are providing support in Juiz de Fora in response to the impacts of heavy rains that struck the municipality and surrounding areas.
After the conflict at Alytus gymnasium - the municipality's reaction
The Alytus municipality is responding to multiple complaints against a teacher at a local gymnasium regarding alleged physical and emotional abuse.
The displaced Grindvíkingar have a little over a month to register to vote in the municipality
Residents of Grindavík who have been displaced have a month to register to vote in their municipality.
Changes in Jēkabpils Municipality's Education Network
Jēkabpils Municipality approved changes to its education network after protests from school representatives.
400 new student apartments will be built here
The municipality of Oslo has sold a site at Økern to the student welfare organization (SiO) for the construction of 400 new student apartments.
Evros: The waters will leave the fields in two months – Critical hours ahead
The municipality of Soufli is on high alert as floodwaters approach the settlement, with significant concerns about the integrity of local embankments.
Athens: March with free guided tours in museums and archaeological sites
The Municipality of Athens is offering free guided tours of historical and archaeological sites and museums throughout March.
He has been responsible for "the largest welfare cut in Oslo's recent history". Now the economy has turned around.
Oslo's municipality has reported its first financial surplus in three years, signaling a recovery after significant budget cuts.
Contraband cigarettes found in the home and vehicles of a Kalvarija municipality resident
A significant quantity of contraband cigarettes was seized from a resident's property and vehicles in the Kalvarija municipality, prompting a criminal investigation.
Ministries do not respond to the call to participate in a meeting about wind farm development in Bauska municipality
Latvian ministries have been criticized for not attending a meeting regarding wind farm development in the Bauska municipality, despite calls from local authorities and residents.
A 30-year-old man dies after being hit by a vehicle in Coslada
A 30-year-old man tragically died after being struck by a vehicle in the municipality of Coslada, Madrid.
Google has purchased land in Vala for a possible data center
Google has acquired a large plot of land in the municipality of Vala for potential construction of a data center.
Teachers in Alytus demand the municipality to dismiss the school principal
Teachers from Alytus gymnasium are protesting and demanding the dismissal of the acting principal due to allegations of violence and misconduct.
The mountain village that has become the favorite destination for premium investors: luxury chalets, good communications, and a privileged natural environment
Torrelodones, a municipality near Madrid, is evolving into a prime residential area due to climbing real estate prices and increasing demand from investors.
The Province grants San Isidro 50 hectares of coast: this is the plan that the municipality will develop there
The Province of Buenos Aires has officially ceded 50 hectares of coastal land to the municipality of San Isidro for public development, promoting accessibility and public space for residents and visitors.
Thessaloniki: A gasoline leak caused a stain in the Sani marina of the municipality of Kassandra
A gasoline leak at the Sani marina in Kassandra resulted in a 300-square-meter area of marine pollution.
Quito Municipality fined for allowing a building that impacts the Guápulo landscape
Quito Municipality has been fined for permitting the construction of a building that disrupts the urban landscape of Guápulo, a traditional neighborhood.
Bærum made 900 million kroner in profit last year
The municipality of Bærum recorded a surplus of 907 million kroner in 2025, contrary to previous forecasts of financial crisis.
Municipalities hired man despite Hells Angels connection
A 61-year-old man linked to the Hells Angels has been employed by multiple municipalities in Sweden, despite ongoing investigations into his alleged acts of pimping involving over 120 men.
Young people in Rautalampi municipality recruited as nicotine agents – this is how it affected snuff use in schools
In Rautalampi, Finland, young people serve as nicotine agents to educate their peers on the dangers of nicotine, leading to a reduction in tobacco use in schools.
Nova Friburgo signs new urban cleaning concession contract
The municipality of Nova Friburgo has signed a new concession contract for urban cleaning services and waste management valued at R$ 1.6 billion and lasting 30 years.
Review shows significant shortcomings in Eskilstuna municipality's handling of Senior Materials' establishment
An internal audit has identified serious deficiencies in how Eskilstuna municipality managed the establishment of Senior Materials between 2021 and 2025.
Here the classic boat is being sanitized – at risk of sinking again
A classic boat in Fyrisån is undergoing sanitation to prevent it from becoming an environmental hazard, with the municipality taking on the responsibility since the owner cannot manage the cleanup themselves.
Athens Municipality: The U-turn from Amalias Avenue for entrance to Plaka is now operational
The Municipality of Athens has implemented a long-requested traffic regulation allowing U-turns on Amalias Avenue, improving access to the Plaka neighborhood for residents and visitors.
Failures in river school transport in a municipality in the interior of Amazonas are the subject of investigation by the Public Ministry
The Public Ministry of Amazonas has launched an investigation into issues with river school transport in Guajará that have been exposing students to risks.
Nearly a third of municipal apartments in Latvia are empty and unrenovated
In the Rēzekne municipality, a significant number of apartments remain unoccupied and poorly maintained, prompting local authorities to seek European funding for improvements.
"Brocēni cannot be imagined without an ice hall." The municipality will purchase a sports complex using funds obtained from forest clearing operations.
The municipality of Brocēni plans to use funds from forest clearing to purchase a sports complex, underlining the town's rich hockey tradition.
Arena lost several thousand euros, but still granted a concession to farmers
A Lithuanian sports arena will forgo thousands of euros in fees as part of a concession granted to the Farmers' Union for an event significant to the agricultural sector.
Former Director of Ventspils County to be tried for exceeding official authority for selfish purposes
A former executive director in Latvia faces legal proceedings for allegedly misusing his authority to reassign employees before being suspended from his position.
Riga is preparing to close 10 municipal kindergartens; the council rejects residents' request to keep 4 "gardens"
The Riga municipality plans to close 10 kindergartens due to a significant decline in the number of children, amidst opposition claims that these decisions were made without their involvement.
Break in the stormwater network opens a hole on Dom Pedro I avenue in Taubaté
A stormwater network break has resulted in a significant hole on Dom Pedro I avenue in Taubaté, prompting immediate municipal response to assess and repair the damage.
Building a new Zarasai bypass: the municipality calls it a historic breakthrough
The Lithuanian Ministry of Transport has commissioned a new bypass for the town of Zarasai, aimed at improving road safety and reducing air pollution.
The Ministry of Finance denies the claims made by the suspended mayor of Rēzekne, Bartaševičs
The Latvian Ministry of Finance denies claims made by suspended Rēzekne mayor Alexander Bartaševičs regarding the financial decisions affecting the municipality.
Illegal landfill in Babīte municipality uncovered with a pile of construction and household waste
An illegal landfill has been discovered in Babīte municipality, where officials suspect that the waste did not originate from households but rather from targeted waste management operations.
Nkom announces oversight of Telia after extensive data breach affecting, among others, Bergen municipality
Nkom will oversee Telia following a significant data breach impacting several customers, including Bergen municipality.
Nkom announces supervision of Telia after extensive data breach
Norway’s Nasjonal kommunikasjonsmyndighet (Nkom) has initiated oversight of Telia following a serious data breach affecting numerous customers, including Bergen municipality.
Nkom announces oversight of Telia following extensive data breach affecting, among others, the municipality of Bergen
Nkom is taking oversight action against Telia due to a serious data breach that has affected many customers, including Bergen municipality.
Kretinga District Municipality will allocate funds for the encouragement of medical staff
The Kretinga District Municipality plans to allocate over 200,000 euros to support medical staff through bonuses at local healthcare institutions.
The upcoming "Gora" management law prohibits Rēzekne from disposing of the concert hall building
A new management law is proposed to ensure sustainable and democratic governance of the "Gors" cultural center in Rēzekne, prohibiting the municipality from selling the concert hall building.
Via Marina, a missed opportunity for the whole city
Work has begun on the redevelopment of Via Marina in Milan, but the removal of parking spots without notifying residents or the municipality has sparked controversy.
Drones instead of police patrols – order guards in Vilnius are implementing a new pilot project
Lithuanian police are conducting a pilot project utilizing drones in collaboration with Vilnius municipality to enhance law enforcement efficiency.
Construction in the Center may alter traffic until the end of the week; understand what changes
The municipality of Piracicaba has begun resurfacing the José Micheletti Avenue, which may lead to partial road closures and traffic changes until the end of the week.
Guayaquil identifies and marks 74 vulnerable sites to flooding and landslides
Guayaquil's municipality has identified 74 areas prone to flooding and landslides, implementing preventive measures with signage to inform the public.
Franca wins the Gold Literacy Seal for the second consecutive year
Franca, Brazil, has been awarded the National Gold Literacy Seal for the second consecutive year, recognizing its commitment to ensuring children learn to read and write effectively.
LIST: Gangs and Violence in the Municipality Where YOU Live
Aftonbladet has mapped out the networks and violence in Sweden's 100 largest municipalities, providing specific statistics on shootings and gang activities.
Vilnius City Municipality Warns: Weather Predictions are Challenging, Better to Stay Safe
The Vilnius City Municipality is advising residents to be cautious due to unpredictable weather forecasts predicting light snowfall and potential rain.