A man detained in Rēzekne for indecency
In Rēzekne, a man was detained for indecency and public disturbance after he exposed himself in front of children in a public place.
Rēzekne's pensioners' social services center will not be handed over to a private company
The social care center for pensioners in Rēzekne will remain public, continuing to provide services to its residents despite rising costs.
VIDEO: The first choir leaves the show 'Choir Warriors'
The first choir to be eliminated from the musical show 'Choir Warriors' is the Orange Choir of Rēzekne, led by Dionas Liepiņa.
The ban in Rēzekne and Ludza regions does not stop people from climbing onto the ice of water bodies
Authorities in Ludza and Rēzekne have issued warnings and imposed a ban on accessing the ice of public water bodies to prevent accidents.
March 12 Temperature Records Broken in Latvia
Latvia recorded a new national temperature record of 13.7 degrees Celsius on March 12, surpassing the previous record of 13.5 degrees set in 1997.
Daugavpils' Most Active in Latgale in the Use of 'Altum' Housing Loans
A family in Rēzekne, struggling to find adequate housing after the birth of their fifth child, benefited from an 'Altum' mortgage program designed to assist larger families.
A new shopping center is planned in the historical center of Rēzekne
Plans are underway to construct a shopping center in Rēzekne's historical old town, which is home to significant cultural landmarks.
A new shopping mall is planned in the historical center of Rēzekne
A new shopping mall is proposed to be built in the historical center of Rēzekne, Latvia, raising concerns about its impact on protected cultural heritage sites.
The government supports the proposal to establish the foundation "Gors"
The Latvian government has approved a proposal to create a foundation for the management of the concert hall 'Gors' in Rēzekne, involving several governmental and local partners.
Rēzeknes spa fails to find tenants in the latest auction; requirements for investors could be eased
The Rēzeknes spa remains tenantless despite ongoing efforts by the local government, which has struggled to attract investors for over five years.
Latgale's bingo: are you an expert or a napraška?
The 'Boņuks 2025' award ceremony, recognizing achievements in Latgalian culture, will take place on March 14 in Rēzekne.
Collectives in Rēzekne try to perform under a leaky roof; the municipality promises once again to renovate the cultural center
Cultural collectives in Rēzekne continue to operate in a deteriorating cultural center despite ongoing promises from the municipality for renovations, which remain unfulfilled after 13 years.
Rēzekne City Council Dissatisfied with Ministry of Culture's Proposed Law on 'Gors' Management
The Rēzekne City Council has criticized the Ministry of Culture's proposed law regarding the management of the 'Gors' concert hall.
VARAM and the Rēzekne Municipality do not agree on the draft law regarding 'Goru'
VARAM and the Rēzekne Municipality are in disagreement over a draft law concerning the establishment of an institution called 'Goru', highlighting issues with vague definitions and property transfer models.
VARAM does not agree with the draft law on 'Gora'
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development of Latvia raises concerns about ambiguous wording in a draft law regarding the 'Gors' foundation.
Tutins has received clearance for work with state secrets
Politician Jānis Tutins has obtained clearance to work with state secrets after replacing the suspended chairman of the Rēzekne council, Aleksandrs Bartaševičs.
Dismissed Bartaševics on the delay in electing a new mayor of Rēzekne: A bad decision made in haste
Dismissed Mayor Bartaševics criticized the delay in electing a new mayor of Rēzekne, calling it a hasty decision and asserting that the council has time to choose a successor legally.
Extension of the operations of the Rēzekne and Liepāja SEZ until 2050
The operational period for the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) of Rēzekne and Liepāja has been extended until 2050 to enhance regional competitiveness and attract investment.
Even in warmer weather, the number of fires does not decrease; some residents of Rēzekne do not have smoke detectors
In Rēzekne, many residents are unaware of the increased fire risks during warmer weather, as they often neglect the installation of smoke detectors in their homes.
High incidence of influenza in Latvia
Influenza levels remain high in Latvia, with significant cases reported especially in Jelgava and Rēzekne.
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.
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.
Specialist from Rēzekne Appointed as Director of Riga Natālijas Draudziņas Secondary School
Sarmīte Arbidāne from Rēzekne has been appointed as the new director of the Riga Natālijas Draudziņas Secondary School following the resignation of her predecessor due to dissatisfaction among teachers.
The forthcoming 'Gora' management law prohibits Rēzekne from alienating the concert hall building
A new law aims to ensure the effective and sustainable management of the cultural center 'Gors' in Latvia, preventing the local government of Rēzekne from selling the concert hall building.
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.
A truck caught fire on the road near Rēzekne
A truck caught fire on the A12 highway near Rēzekne, causing traffic restrictions due to ongoing firefighting efforts.
"Together to Victory". Solidarity with the Ukrainian People in Liepaja, Daugavpils, and Rezekne
Residents of Liepaja, including Ukrainian refugees, are engaging in activities to support Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict.
Dismissed Bartaševics blames the Ministry of Finance for deliberately slowing down the council's decisions
Dismissed Rēzekne mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševics blames the Ministry of Finance for intentionally delaying decisions made by the council.
Rēzekne district rural municipalities specify the names of several rivers and lakes
Residents of rural municipalities in the Rēzekne district discuss the various names for a single body of water, emphasizing local tradition and preference.
The dismissed amateur collective leaders in Rēzekne district will return to work, but not all
The Rēzekne municipality has decided to reinstate some amateur collective leaders after public protests over their dismissals.
Political scientist: The security service should explain why state secret clearance was not issued to an official
Political scientist Rozenvalds argues that the Security Service should clarify why state secret clearance was denied to dismissed Rēzekne Mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševičs, warning about the alarming trends in secrecy and public perception.
High Flu Prevalence Remains in Latvia
Flu cases remain high in Latvia, particularly in Jelgava and Rēzekne, with a slight decrease in incidence compared to the previous week.
The government wants to hand over "Gors" even more to the residents of Latgale, says the Prime Minister
The Latvian government intends to enhance community ownership of the Rēzekne concert hall "Gors" by involving Latgale residents more directly in its management.
RTU Rēzekne Academy Promotes Primary School Students' Interest in Engineering Sciences
RTU Rēzekne Academy is conducting engineering science sessions for primary school students, aiming to spark their interest in the field.
The strongest snowstorm this winter observed in Rēzekne
Rēzekne experienced the strongest snowstorm of the winter, leading to extensive snow clearing operations and community support.
Bartaševičs Quickly Gets Another Position, Will Appeal Decision on Dismissal from Rēzekne Mayor Position
Former Rēzekne Mayor Bartaševičs has quickly taken up another position in the city council following his dismissal.
The Rezekne Council does not want to get involved in the management of "Gors"
The Rezekne Council has rejected the Culture Ministry's offer to involve the state in the management of the concert hall "Gors" in collaboration with the municipality.
Rēzekne City Council rejects the Ministry of Culture's offer to involve the state in the management of 'Gora'
The Rēzekne City Council has decided not to support the Ministry of Culture's proposal for the state to take over the management of the Gors cultural venue.
Tutins, Bartaševich's Substitute, Has Not Yet Received Security Clearance for State Secret Work
Jānis Tutins, appointed to replace the suspended Rēzekne city council chairman Aleksandrs Bartaševich, is yet to receive the necessary security clearance for handling state secrets.
Police in Latgale distribute reflector vests to unseen pedestrians during a raid
As darkness falls in Rezekne suburbs, the police are distributing reflective elements to pedestrians instead of imposing fines for their absence, highlighting safety concerns on poorly lit streets.
Dispute over 'Gors': the government pushes for state involvement, the city council objects
The Latvian government is advocating for state involvement in the management of the Gors concert hall, despite objections from the local council.
A new committee for economic and investment attraction is being formed in the Rezekne City Council; Bartaševičs denies that it was created for him
The Rezekne City Council is establishing a new committee aimed at promoting economic activity and investment, amidst controversy regarding its motivations.
Bartaševics will appeal the decision to suspend him from office
Suspended Rēzekne City Council Chair Aleksandrs Bartaševics plans to appeal the decision that denied him access to state secrets, citing legal grounds and presumption of innocence.
After the mayor's dismissal, a new committee is planned in Rēzekne
A new committee is set to be established in Rēzekne to support economic development and investment attraction following the mayor's dismissal.
Bartaševičs: The state involvement in "Gors" is forced property confiscation
Aleksandrs Bartaševičs, the ousted mayor of Rēzekne, argues that the Latvian government's task for ministries to draft a law ensuring state participation in the concert hall "Gors" amounts to confiscating municipal property.
News in Simple Language on February 10
Latvian athlete Elīna Ieva Bota won the country's first medal at the Winter Olympics, taking silver in luge, while Rēzekne's mayor has been dismissed from office due to a lack of clearance to handle state secrets.
Two ministries will have to develop a bill to ensure state participation in the concert hall 'Gors'
The Latvian Culture Ministry and the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development have been tasked by the Cabinet to draft a bill regarding state ownership in the 'Gors' concert hall in Rēzekne.
Bartaševičs urges residents of Rēzekne not to worry unnecessarily and promises to keep a finger on the pulse
Aleksandrs Bartaševičs, the mayor of Rēzekne, assures citizens that despite his suspension, he will continue to oversee the city's development and encourages them not to worry.
The government instructs the involved ministries to develop a draft law on state involvement in the management of «Gora»
The Latvian government is working on a draft law to establish state involvement in the management of the regional concert hall 'Gors' in Rēzekne.
Minister Čudars Dismisses Rēzekne Mayor
Raimonds Čudars, Minister of Smart Administration and Regional Development, has dismissed Rēzekne Mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševičs for failing to obtain a state secret clearance.