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National & Local

Inmet conducts technical visit for the installation of a new meteorological station in Petrópolis

Petrópolis is set to receive a new meteorological station to improve weather data accuracy following a technical visit by Inmet and local officials.

Feb 26 • 18:58 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Traffic fight ends in death with shotgun fire in Petrópolis

A traffic dispute in Petrópolis led to the shooting death of a 37-year-old man on Wednesday.

Feb 26 • 17:04 UTC
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National & Local

Detro Operation Inspects Over 50 Intercity Buses and Vans in Petrópolis and Teresópolis

An operation by Detro inspected over 50 intercity buses and vans in the cities of Petrópolis and Teresópolis, resulting in several infractions and vehicle seizures.

Feb 25 • 19:37 UTC
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National & Local

Águas do Imperador announces that the water bill model has been restructured in Petrópolis

The new water bill model in Petrópolis is now electronic and redesigned to enhance clarity for customers, complying with tax reform regulations without additional costs.

Feb 24 • 16:57 UTC
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National & Local

Government opens pre-registration for homes in the 'Amazon EcoLar' project in Manaus; see how to participate

The Amazon government has launched a pre-registration for families living in high-risk areas to join the Amazonas EcoLar housing project, with the first homes to be built in the Petrópolis neighborhood of Manaus.

Feb 24 • 16:41 UTC
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National & Local

Public access to surveillance cameras goes offline in Petrópolis

The external access system for surveillance cameras in Petrópolis will be temporarily unavailable due to a technological update.

Feb 24 • 10:25 UTC
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National & Local

Defense says firearms of former secretary arrested on suspicion of rape in Petrópolis are legal; police points to storage irregularities

The defense of former secretary Guilherme Moreira asserts that the firearms seized during his arrest for suspected rape are legally owned and properly registered.

Feb 23 • 22:59 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Secretary of Petrópolis (RJ) arrested on suspicion of having raped an 8-year-old child

The Housing Secretary of Petrópolis, Guilherme Moreira, was arrested under suspicion of having sexually assaulted an 8-year-old girl.

Feb 22 • 02:35 UTC
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National & Local

Videos show people invading unfinished tunnel of the New Serra Ascent, on BR-040, in Petrópolis

Social media videos depict people entering an unfinished tunnel of the BR-040 in Petrópolis, highlighting safety issues and the long delay in construction since 2016.

Feb 20 • 21:20 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest housing secretary of Petrópolis for sexual abuse of a vulnerable person

Guilherme Moreira, secretary of Housing in Petrópolis, has been arrested on charges of sexual abuse of a vulnerable child.

Feb 20 • 21:10 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Products worth over R$ 3,000 are stolen from a pharmacy inside a gas station in Petrópolis

A man was arrested for stealing over R$ 3,000 worth of products from a pharmacy located in a gas station in Petrópolis, Brazil.

Feb 20 • 12:14 UTC
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National & Local

Firefighters rescue blind and deaf dog stranded in the middle of a waterfall in Itamaraty, Petrópolis; video

Firefighters in Petrópolis, Brazil, successfully rescued a blind and deaf dog stranded at a waterfall, ensuring its safe return to its owner.

Feb 19 • 22:52 UTC
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National & Local

Flávio Andradde, Diogo Almeida and Bloquinho Petrópolis: see the weekend schedule in Natal

This weekend in Natal features comedic performances and cultural festivities, highlighting shows by Diogo Almeida and Flávio Andradde.

Feb 19 • 18:14 UTC
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National & Local

Man rescued nearly 24 hours after paragliding accident in Petrópolis

A 52-year-old man was rescued after nearly 24 hours following a paragliding accident in Petrópolis, Brazil.

Feb 18 • 14:10 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man with 41 police records arrested for threatening women with a knife in Petrópolis

A man with a long criminal history has been arrested after threatening two women with a knife in Petrópolis, Brazil.

Feb 17 • 15:01 UTC
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National & Local

Car hits rock in Serra Velha leaving couple seriously injured in Petrópolis

A couple was seriously injured after their car collided with a rock in the Serra Velha in Petrópolis, Brazil.

Feb 16 • 22:36 UTC
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National & Local

PRF studies the construction of a new post on BR-040, in Serra de Petrópolis

The Federal Highway Police in Brazil is considering building a new operational unit on BR-040 to enhance road safety and policing in the region.

Feb 14 • 21:42 UTC
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National & Local

Uncontrolled school bus crashes into house in Serra Gaúcha

A runaway school bus crashed into two cars and a house in Nova Petrópolis, Brazil, with four children inside, none of whom were injured.

Feb 14 • 19:32 UTC
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National & Local

Imperial Folly brings blocks and shows in Petrópolis until Tuesday; see complete schedule

The Imperial Folly festival in Petrópolis features street blocks, shows, and activities for all ages, running from February 13 to February 17.

Feb 13 • 19:44 UTC
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National & Local

Rotating parking will have special hours in Petrópolis during Carnival

Rotating parking in Petrópolis will operate on special hours during the Carnival period, with no service on certain days.

Feb 13 • 18:35 UTC
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National & Local

Vehicles from the 26th BPM in Petrópolis receive cameras with facial recognition and plate reading

Police vehicles in Petrópolis have been upgraded with advanced cameras for facial recognition and automatic license plate reading as part of a modernization effort.

Feb 12 • 23:08 UTC
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National & Local

Imperial Museum will operate normally during Carnival after schedule review in Petrópolis

The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis will remain open during Carnival following a review of the event schedule surrounding the Imperial Palace.

Feb 12 • 19:18 UTC
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National & Local

Imperial Museum closes during Carnival in Petrópolis due to safety protocol

The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis, Brazil, will close to the public during Carnival 2026 as a safety precaution amid large celebrations nearby.

Feb 12 • 11:42 UTC
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National & Local

Justice suspends 7.48% increase in water and sewage tariffs in Petrópolis

The judiciary in Petrópolis has suspended a planned 7.48% increase in water and sewage tariffs, citing legal concerns and disproportionate inflation rates.

Feb 11 • 20:47 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested in flagrante with hundreds of bottles of lança-perfume in Petrópolis

A 36-year-old man was arrested in Brazil while transporting hundreds of bottles of the drug lança-perfume, indicating a significant drug trafficking operation in the region.

Feb 11 • 14:55 UTC
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National & Local

Bus loses control, falls into river and mobilizes teams in the early morning in Petrópolis

A bus in Petrópolis, Brazil, fell into a river early in the morning after the driver lost control, but fortunately, only the driver was on board and was unharmed.

Feb 10 • 12:59 UTC
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National & Local

Truck overturns inside tunnel on BR-040 in the Serra de Petrópolis

A truck carrying frozen goods overturned inside the Papagaio tunnel on BR-040 in Serra de Petrópolis, causing partial traffic restrictions without reported injuries.

Feb 10 • 12:16 UTC
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National & Local

Woman is found dead inside house; police investigate feminicide in Petrópolis

A 51-year-old woman was found dead in her home in Petrópolis, Brazil, with injuries to her neck, leading police to investigate the case as a possible feminicide.

Feb 9 • 17:23 UTC
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National & Local

City Hall of Petrópolis opens registration for the first stage of dog and cat sterilization in 2026

Petrópolis City Hall has begun registration for a free dog and cat sterilization program, allowing 1,200 residents to sign up for the procedure.

Feb 9 • 14:54 UTC
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National & Local

INcluder's Block promotes inclusive carnival this Sunday in Petrópolis

The INcluder's Block is set to host its 4th edition of an inclusive carnival in Petrópolis, Brazil, aimed at offering accessible activities for people with and without disabilities.

Feb 7 • 17:38 UTC
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National & Local

Expansion of Alcides Carneiro Hospital in Petrópolis is a priority in negotiations at the Ministry of Health

The expansion of Alcides Carneiro Hospital in Petrópolis is a key priority for federal deputy Hugo Leal in negotiations with the Ministry of Health, which plans to add 60 new beds and 11 surgical rooms to the facility.

Feb 6 • 18:38 UTC
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National & Local

Drainage works cause road closures and traffic changes in Petrópolis

Drainage works in the Alto da Serra neighborhood of Petrópolis are causing major traffic disruptions, including road closures and changes in vehicle flow.

Feb 6 • 16:24 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Criminal group that stole stores in Petrópolis intercepted by the PRF

A criminal group was captured by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil while transporting 300 stolen items from department stores in Petrópolis.

Feb 6 • 14:44 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Fuel Truck Veers Off Track, Crashes and Explodes in Petrópolis; Dental Arc Found at the Scene

A fuel truck veered off the road, crashed, and exploded in Petrópolis, resulting in one victim and a dental arc found at the scene for identification purposes.

Feb 6 • 11:03 UTC
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National & Local

Kites leave more than 34,000 families without electricity in Petrópolis and Teresópolis in 2025

In 2025, over 34,000 customers in Petrópolis and Teresópolis lost electricity due to kites hitting the power lines, with a total of 1,881 incidents reported across the state, an 8% increase from the previous year.

Feb 5 • 21:18 UTC
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National & Local

Civil Defense of Petrópolis registers seven occurrences due to the rains this Wednesday

The Civil Defense of Petrópolis reported seven incidents related to rain, all minor, including small landslides and tree falls, along with flooding in various parts of the city.

Feb 5 • 14:37 UTC
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National & Local

After 16 years, Petrópolis City Council announces public competition

The Petrópolis City Council will hold a public competition in 2026, following demands from both its staff and the local population.

Feb 5 • 14:18 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Operation against irregular motorcycles seizes three vehicles and leads to the arrest of two men in Petrópolis

An operation in Petrópolis resulted in the seizure of three irregular motorcycles and the arrest of two men for vehicle violations.

Feb 5 • 12:41 UTC
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National & Local

Water and sewage concession becomes target of action in TCE and CPI in Petrópolis

The extension of the contract between the City Hall of Petrópolis and the Águas do Imperador concessionaire is being questioned in both the Court of Accounts and a Parliamentary Inquiry Commission.

Feb 4 • 21:33 UTC
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National & Local

Students in Petrópolis can now use public transportation benefits

Students in Petrópolis can access free or discounted public transportation starting from this Wednesday, with their cards automatically unlocked for use.

Feb 4 • 12:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1926: W. Luís meets with president in Petrópolis before the election

Senator Washington Luís, the political choice for presidential candidate in the upcoming March elections, met with President Arthur Bernardes for a luncheon in Petrópolis, RJ, accompanied by Congressman Júlio Prestes.

Feb 3 • 20:00 UTC
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National & Local

Truck loaded with meat overturns on BR-040, in Petrópolis

A truck transporting meat overturned on BR-040 near km 65 between Itaipava and Petrópolis, resulting in scattered cargo on the road but no hospitalization for the driver.

Feb 3 • 15:44 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Hot dog stand is robbed during the night in downtown Petrópolis; VIDEO

In the early hours of October 2, a hot dog stand was stolen in downtown Petrópolis, with security cameras capturing a man breaking in and taking away goods sold at the stand.

Feb 3 • 14:03 UTC
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National & Local

Drainage work changes traffic on Rua Teresa in Petrópolis starting this Tuesday

The city of Petrópolis is commencing drainage work on Rua Teresa to repair damage caused by heavy rains, leading to traffic changes in the area.

Feb 2 • 21:52 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Couple arrested for stealing picanha and other products from a supermarket in downtown Petrópolis

A couple was arrested after stealing eight items, including two cuts of picanha, from a supermarket in downtown Petrópolis, Brazil.

Feb 2 • 16:59 UTC
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Life & Tech

Petrópolis Choir opens registrations for training choir aimed at beginners

The Petrópolis Choir is accepting registrations for its new training choir for beginners, starting selection on February 2, 2026, with no musical training required to join.

Feb 2 • 12:10 UTC

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