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Caixa offers about 200 internship positions in Vale do Paraíba; see how to apply

Caixa Econômica Federal has opened applications for approximately 200 internship positions in the Vale do Paraíba region of Brazil, targeting students from various educational levels.

Feb 28 • 14:55 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues red alert for heavy rains in over 100 cities in Paraíba

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for intense rains affecting 116 cities in the state of Paraíba, Brazil.

Feb 28 • 14:51 UTC
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National & Local

Day 'D' of multivaccination takes place this Saturday (28) with dengue vaccines in PB

The multivaccination 'Day D' event in Paraíba, Brazil, will occur on Saturday, August 28, offering vaccinations against dengue for children and adolescents.

Feb 28 • 09:57 UTC
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National & Local

Rain eases in the Valley, but North Coast still under alert for the weekend; check the forecast

Rainfall is expected to decrease in the Paraíba Valley this weekend, while the North Coast will still have alerts for potential rain.

Feb 28 • 08:01 UTC
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National & Local

Paraíba do Sul River reaches 7.75 meters in Campos after heavy rainfall

The Paraíba do Sul River has risen to 7.75 meters in Campos dos Goytacazes due to recent heavy rains, although officials believe there is no immediate risk of overflow.

Feb 27 • 20:28 UTC
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National & Local

Guarabira's Medical Institute, in Brejo da Paraíba, is closed by CRM-PB due to hygiene issues

The Guarabira Medical Institute in Brejo da Paraíba has been closed due to serious hygiene problems following repeated inspections that found multiple irregularities.

Feb 27 • 19:57 UTC
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National & Local

With a 39% increase, Vale do Paraíba begins 2026 with 25 violent deaths

Vale do Paraíba recorded 25 violent deaths in January 2026, marking a 39% increase from the same month last year, maintaining its status as the region with the highest murder rate in São Paulo's interior.

Feb 27 • 19:41 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested suspected of breaking into house and attempting to rape woman in Sertão da Paraíba

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Princesa Isabel, Paraíba, for allegedly breaking into a house and attempting to rape a 29-year-old woman.

Feb 27 • 17:37 UTC
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National & Local

TCE-PB identifies irregularities in public accounts of foundation managing Metropolitan Hospital in Greater João Pessoa

The TCE-PB has uncovered multiple irregularities in the public accounts of the Foundation PB Saúde, which oversees the Metropolitan Hospital in Paraíba.

Feb 27 • 17:16 UTC
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National & Local

CRM opens inquiry to investigate possible ethical violations in reports at Metropolitano Hospital, in PB

The Medical Council of Paraíba (CRM-PB) has opened an inquiry into possible medical errors in reports at the Metropolitano Dom José Maria Pires Hospital in Santa Rita, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 16:50 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet renews alerts for intense rains across Paraíba

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has renewed two alerts for heavy rainfall affecting the entire state of Paraíba in Brazil.

Feb 27 • 14:52 UTC
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National & Local

Therapeutic community is closed and two responsible individuals are arrested, in Paraíba

A therapeutic community in Paraíba was shut down and two of its operators were arrested following a public prosecutor's inspection that revealed serious irregularities.

Feb 27 • 14:25 UTC
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National & Local

Joyce Alane, J4mpa and more: 'What's Good?' for the weekend, February 27 and 28, and March 1, in PB

This article presents a cultural agenda highlighting various music shows and events happening in Paraíba, Brazil, over the upcoming weekend.

Feb 27 • 09:09 UTC
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National & Local

Serial Funkers, Banda Rastapé and Japanese gastronomic festival are attractions for the weekend in the region; check the cultural agenda

The Vale do Paraíba region in Brazil will feature a variety of events this weekend, including shows by Serial Funkers and Banda Rastapé, along with a Japanese cultural festival and a special event celebrating 30 years of Pokémon.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Mansion with jewels, Rolex, and Land Rover: video reveals luxurious life in the interior of SP of the biggest cocaine trafficker to Paraíba

Police footage reveals the lavish lifestyle of Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', who was arrested in a luxurious mansion in São Paulo while being the top cocaine supplier to Paraíba.

Feb 27 • 08:04 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Drug dealer who became the biggest supplier of cocaine to Paraíba established ties with PCC in SP prisons

Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', was arrested as the largest cocaine supplier to Paraíba, having established connections with the PCC during his time in São Paulo prisons.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man who killed ex-wife and sent message to the victim's mother after the crime in Paraíba is arrested in São Paulo

A man suspected of killing his ex-wife in Paraíba has been arrested in São Paulo after being on the run for over a month.

Feb 26 • 21:43 UTC
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National & Local

Announcement of the Monteiro City Hall competition; see how to register

Applications are now open for the Monteiro City Hall competition in Paraíba, Brazil, with 10 available positions for health agents and an application fee of R$80.

Feb 26 • 21:01 UTC
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National & Local

Oil spill registered at construction site of the Ponte do Futuro in the Paraíba River, Cabedelo

An oil spill was reported at the construction site of the Ponte do Futuro in Cabedelo, Brazil, prompting an environmental response.

Feb 26 • 20:20 UTC
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National & Local

Level of Paraíba do Sul River rises and causes flooding in Barra Mansa

The Paraíba do Sul River's water level has risen, leading to flooding in several neighborhoods in Barra Mansa, Brazil, though no severe incidents have been reported.

Feb 26 • 18:40 UTC
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National & Local

For the 5th consecutive year, Jacareí has the safest traffic in the Vale do Paraíba

Jacareí recorded the lowest number of traffic fatalities among municipalities with over 200,000 residents in 2025, making it the safest city in its region for the fifth year in a row.

Feb 26 • 16:49 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Who is Chocô, the drug dealer who used connections with factions in SP prisons and became the largest supplier of cocaine to Paraíba

Jamilton Alves Franco, also known as 'Chocô', the alleged biggest drug supplier for Paraíba, was arrested in a luxury condominium in interior São Paulo.

Feb 26 • 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

Paraíba do Sul River rises 2.4 meters above normal in Volta Redonda

The Paraíba do Sul River in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has risen 2.4 meters above normal levels due to heavy rains, prompting emergency preparedness actions by local civil defense.

Feb 26 • 15:47 UTC
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National & Local

With more rain forecasted, Cemaden signals risk of floods and landslides in 11 cities in the Vale and region

The National Center for Monitoring and Alerts of Natural Disasters (Cemaden) has indicated that over 10 cities in the Vale do Paraíba region are at risk of disasters due to heavy rains.

Feb 26 • 15:37 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO shows the moment of the arrest of a trafficker identified as the biggest drug supplier to Paraíba in a luxury house in SP

Police arrested Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', in a luxury home in São Paulo, identified as the largest cocaine supplier to the state of Paraíba.

Feb 26 • 13:35 UTC
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National & Local

Rain Destroys Wall onto Police Vehicle, Destroys Bridges, and Floods Houses in Vale and Region; See the Damage by City

Heavy rains in the Vale do Paraíba region have caused significant infrastructure damage, including a wall collapse onto a police vehicle and flooding in various cities, but fortunately, there have been no casualties reported.

Feb 26 • 11:52 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Trafficker identified as the largest drug supplier to Paraíba arrested in a luxury condominium in São Paulo interior

A major drug trafficker known as 'Chocô' has been arrested in a luxury condominium in Hortolândia, São Paulo, accused of being the primary cocaine supplier to Paraíba.

Feb 26 • 11:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Operation carries out more than 40 arrest warrants against a drug trafficking organization in four states

The Paraíba Civil Police have initiated a large-scale operation against drug trafficking, executing over 40 arrest warrants across several Brazilian states.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
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National & Local

‘Forever Fear’ premieres in Paraíba cinemas

The horror film 'Scream 7' premieres in cinemas across Paraíba, featuring notable cast members like Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox.

Feb 26 • 09:55 UTC
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National & Local

Singer João Lima completes one month in prison for assaulting ex-wife, and Justice will judge the request for freedom

Singer João Lima has been in prison for one month after being accused of assaulting his ex-wife, and the court is set to review a request for his release.

Feb 26 • 09:45 UTC
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National & Local

Saresp indicates recovery of learning in the region, but scores still do not reach pre-pandemic levels

Data from the Saresp assessment system show that while there is some recovery in learning outcomes among students in the Vale do Paraíba, scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, particularly in Language and Mathematics.

Feb 25 • 22:57 UTC
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National & Local

After days marked by destruction, rain intensifies again in the Valley and region from this Wednesday (25)

The Paraíba Valley region in Brazil is bracing for more heavy rain starting Wednesday, following significant damage caused by recent unstable weather.

Feb 25 • 19:10 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

Heavy rain of 113 millimeters recorded in Cajazeiras, in the Sertão of Paraíba, in the last 24 hours

Cajazeiras, Brazil, experienced significant rainfall of 113 millimeters within the last 24 hours, impacting the region's water levels.

Feb 25 • 16:40 UTC
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National & Local

Paraíba investigates suspicion of mpox in tourist from RN

Authorities in Paraíba are investigating a case of a 19-year-old who has been hospitalized with suspected mpox after traveling from João Pessoa.

Feb 25 • 16:07 UTC
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Crime & Justice

TJPB issues arrest warrant for former commander of Bayeux Municipal Guard investigated for domestic violence

The Paraíba Justice has issued an arrest warrant for the former commander of the Bayeux Municipal Guard in connection with a domestic violence investigation.

Feb 25 • 16:06 UTC
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National & Local

Elderly woman electrocuted after touching a broken wire from a pole in Paraíba

A 72-year-old woman died after being electrocuted by a fallen electric wire outside her home in Paraíba, Brazil.

Feb 25 • 14:27 UTC
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National & Local

Vaccination D-Day Calendar in Paraíba is Announced

The D-Day vaccination calendar for Paraíba in 2026 has been released, detailing vaccination dates throughout the year and an expansion of dengue vaccination across all municipalities in the state.

Feb 25 • 14:13 UTC
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National & Local

Mega-Sena: three bets from Vale and region hit five numbers and win nearly R$ 110 thousand

Three bettors from Vale do Paraíba region won a total of nearly R$ 110,000 by correctly guessing five numbers in a recent Mega-Sena lottery draw.

Feb 25 • 14:11 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues alerts for heavy rainfall for more than 170 cities in Paraíba; see list

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued two rainfall alerts for 172 cities in Paraíba, Brazil, due to expected heavy rain.

Feb 25 • 13:56 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Two men are arrested suspected of killing a young man in a shooting attack and leaving an elderly woman injured, in PB

Two men have been arrested in Patos, Brazil, for their alleged involvement in the shooting death of a 22-year-old man and the injury of a 73-year-old woman.

Feb 25 • 09:51 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 24 • 22:09 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Leader of a criminal organization from RN is arrested while touring on a beach in Paraíba

A leader of a criminal organization from Rio Grande do Norte was arrested at Praia do Sol in João Pessoa while on vacation.

Feb 24 • 20:26 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Paraíba Court Denies Habeas Corpus and Maintains Arrest of Hytalo Santos and Husband

The Paraíba Court of Justice upheld the preventive detention of influencer Hytalo Santos and his husband Israel Natã Vicente, rejecting a habeas corpus request after their conviction for producing and sharing sexual content involving minors.

Feb 24 • 20:10 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Second suspect in taxi driver robbery in Paraíba do Sul arrested

A 20-year-old man suspected of robbing a taxi driver in Paraíba do Sul, Brazil, was arrested following a police operation in Três Rios.

Feb 24 • 19:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested in Pernambuco suspected of killing woman in Cariri da Paraíba

A man has been arrested in Pernambuco on suspicion of killing a woman whose body was found in Paraíba, with the investigation indicating possible involvement in private imprisonment.

Feb 24 • 18:37 UTC
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National & Local

Man dies and elderly man is injured in accident between car and truck in the Sertão of Paraíba

A traffic accident in Brejo do Cruz, Paraíba, resulted in the death of a 56-year-old man and left a 77-year-old truck driver with minor injuries.

Feb 24 • 18:35 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested suspected of assaulting wife with chair in Sertão da Paraíba

A 47-year-old man was arrested in Manaíra, Paraíba, for allegedly assaulting his wife with a chair after a history of verbal aggression during a domestic dispute.

Feb 24 • 16:28 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues alerts for heavy rains for 39 cities in Paraíba; see list

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued yellow and orange alerts for heavy rains affecting 39 cities in the Paraíba region of Brazil.

Feb 24 • 15:37 UTC
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National & Local

Former Senator Nilda Gondim receives the Ceci Cunha Commendation in honor of her political career

Nilda Gondim, a former senator from Paraíba, Brazil, was awarded the Ceci Cunha Commendation, honoring the achievements of women in Brazilian politics during a ceremony at the Federal Senate.

Feb 24 • 14:46 UTC

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