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The city seeks to promote wellbeing and create new opportunities for its residents
On Europe Day, local representatives will want to ensure stronger participation
Regional Undersecretary of the autonomous archipelago spoke at an online conference dedicated to the ´Islands of Innovation´ Interreg project
Efforts in developing it will center around the city’s Astronomic Observatory
It is time to look into the human dimension of recovery
Right-wing parties increase their representation in the regional assembly
People from all over the world can attend the event online on 23 and 24 June
The regional government has designed a Biotechnology Consolidation Strategy
The regional government has designed a Biotechnology Consolidation Strategy
Regional Undersecretary of the autonomous archipelago spoke at an online conference dedicated to the ´Islands of Innovation´ Interreg project
Thanks to increased investments in the educational infrastructure there
Thanks to the construction of a specialized facility – the first of its kind in Spain
They might be an eco-friendly solution to improve the safety of bikers
Four municipalities from this country will participate looking to solve problems with mobility
The city seeks to promote wellbeing and create new opportunities for its residents
Last year’s project provided a boost to the local economy and new kind of entertainment to residents and guests
Galway and Rijeka will hand the title to Esch, Kaunas and Novi Sad
The new programme encourages discovery and participation
The Giurgiu municipality becomes part of the afforestation campaign
It is hoped that more youngsters will develop the love for reading
This is part of an agreement between the Municipality and Volunteer Firefighters organizations
The building will focus on welfare technology and sustainability
The new programme encourages discovery and participation
This is an institutional re-organization aimed to make lives and initiatives easier
That is the message used by Daugavpils Regional Hospital in order to encourage donors
The Latvian capital will start the summer by hosting a very icy sport
Approximately 100 of these are currently privately owned
The cutting-edge technology was purchased with funds from the ERDF
This is the first time the Latvian capital is organizing an urban cultural season
The method is employed to make sure that sewers and rainwater drains stay separate
Improving the way the ERDF addresses environmental urban challenges of cities in peripheral regions, with international cooperation
This stems from the principle that both are connected to attracting positive attention from abroad
Spring equinox is known as the Great Day in this Baltic country
Sweden, Finland, Austria, Estonia, and Norway rank at the top of Euromonitor International’s Sustainable Travel Index
A green space with a mission
Benefits of responsible consumption and social awareness
Low-floor trams will run on Lines 5 and 7 by the end of 2023
That is why the local government is extending the deadline for co-financing in order to allow residents to perform the necessary adjustments
This came after concerted meetings with NGOs from the city who represent people with disabilities
It is an important day on the school calendar as it gives youngsters the chance to discover what’s behind many professions
The entangled cables spoiling the view on the streets will become history
The Municipality assures them that the initiative will go forward no matter the situation
Usually the event is hosted by the city of Valmiera
This is a question of heritage restoration apart from tourism opportunities
During the emergency situation, low-income status will be automatically extended
Do not let isolation and restrictions erase the sense of community
Liepāja City Council funded a teacher training in the intricacies of fieldwork
Residents from the capital’s neighbourhoods will decide which initiatives will get a green light
This became clear after a meeting between reps from the City Council and KNAB
This has now turned into a regular practice through the annual Youth Forum
Overall, Latvia is thought to have reached Level 3 emergency, out of four possible
The Wise Parents School offers free seminars starting 29 October
The economic zone is the only one in the Baltics that has a seaport, an airport and industrial area
This is the only European Gold Label Marathon including a mass start
His name is Mārtiņš Staķis, the leader of the "Development"/For! /"PROGRESSIVE" list
These will be organized as part of the European Week of Sports at the end of September
The no-entry list will be expanded in the future, economic sanctions found to be counterproductive
The artistic creations can be seen on Pasta Island in Lielupe River
The postal service of the Baltic republic plans to expand this service throughout the country
The money is given as part of the annual "Atspēriens" competition
The abandoned building seen from the Daugava River will become a business center and a hotel
The Latvian city wants to help local youth become healthy and active after months of staying at home
Some 300,000 euros are being allocated to three key projects for the city’s climate targets
The goal of the event is to find creative solutions to the problems faced by Latvia’s tourism industry
The delayed adoption of the city’s budget allowed for authorities to take into account the effects of the coronavirus pandemic
Authorities will reward those who have turned the facades of their homes into examples of cleanliness and environmental care
In light of the damage caused to the tourism sector by the pandemic, local authorities have reevaluated the need for the change
The Latvian capital will co-finance projects for the renovation and energy efficiency of local buildings
The city wants to invest in attracting more domestic tourists, as well as ones from neighbouring regions
The municipality is allocating 100,000 euros from its budget for businesses that are struggling and is launching a special competition for the revitalization of the local economy
Here you’ll find a list of Latvian municipalities that offer accommodations to those who need to self-isolate but lack the means to do so
It will be inaugurated once the state of emergency in Latvia has been lifted
As of this moment, the project is 35% complete and is proceeding on schedule, despite the change in circumstances
Doctors, municipal police and municipal workers will be supplied with 3D printer faceguards procured by the local government
Hotel chains can apply to the city’s welfare department in order to be allowed to serve those in need of lodgings for self-isolation
The City Council will be officially dismissed on 24 February
The government has been forced to adapt its approach to the requests of municipalities
The municipality wants citizens to be actively involved in the planning process
The complex planning processes can be challenging in terms of staff capacities and expertise
The future of the Latvian capital’s local government has been in doubt since a state of emergency was declared last year
Find out more about the brand new initiative by the Riga City Council
30 professional ice sculptors from 7 different countries will take part in creating a total of 45 ice sculptures
The local government is making good on its long-term goal of improving education facilities in the region
The public transport operating company in Riga finds itself in dire straits and is considering new ways to generate income
The governing coalition in Riga no longer has a majority in the City Council – early elections are not out of the question
The award ceremony will be held on 18 November – Latvian Independence Day
Municipalities are unhappy, parliament is divided – what's next for the controversial reform?
Last month a state of emergency was declared in the Latvian capital but now the government might be reaching a solution
The Liepaja Special Economic Zone is planning an expansion into the former local steel plant
The city council is looking for legal ways to block the opening of two gambling venues
One of the most exciting events of the year is just around the corner. Are you ready for an adventure?
A decision by the Latvian Competition Council led to the government declaring a state of emergency in the capital
A major municipal reform is heading into its final stretch and it might be accompanied by electoral changes
The “Find your sport” initiative lets schoolchildren try out activities while supervised by professionals
Organizations from different neighbourhoods have been submitting proposals and citizens can now decide which ones will be implemented
Higher environmental standards and clear tariff displays will soon be the norm in Latvia’s capital
In September, bins for textiles will be placed in Riga, Mārupe, Babīte and Tukums
Citizens and businesses have been making boats out of milk cartons for the Milk Package Boat Regatta
As part of the International Textile Mosaic Exhibition the Latvian capital will be commemorating the events of 1989
The UNESCO World Heritage Site was hit by a landslide which significantly crippled the planning of renovation efforts
In 2020 the contracts with the country’s public transport operating companies are set to expire
Following the success of the Riga – Cēsis line, officials are keen on expanding the service
They will serve as the backbone of a new and improved public transport system in the country
The Latvian city is calling on companies, institution and parents with newly born babies to come join a parade
The potential construction of a new wind farm near the Latvian city is in its preliminary stages
After 5 years of waiting and a bizarre attempt at going around the issue, 15 bus stops have been equipped with electronic tables
Ready for yet another Riga mayoral change? Dainis Turlais was ousted by a no-confidence vote 21 days after his inauguration
Great traditional and cultural celebrations are held in European countries like Italy, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia
The price tag on the part of the project passing through the Latvian capital is 430 million euros
After being suspended from his post in April, Nils Ušakovs has officially stepped down in order to take up a seat in the European Parliament
The “Flavour of the Region” festival is touring Latvia until September, promoting local cuisine and produce
In an open letter published today, 210 mayors also call on the Council and Member States to halve emissions by 2030 and reach a net-zero by the mid-century
After much deliberation, Riga City Council finally approved the allocation of the funds
The city of Valmiera invites everyone to test their knowledge and deduction skills in a game, covering the whole city
The land around the city's centre is extremely hostile to construction but the City Council has a plan
People that have left Latvia in the past are seriously considering returning home for good and some cities are preparing to greet them
Nils Ušakovs sacked after an investigation reveals conflicts of interest and law violations
The start of the summer season is celebrated at the “Magical night of Senses 2019” in Valmiera with music, food and a light show
On 5 April 2019 from 09.00 until 16.15, at the Parliament of the Republic of Latvia the annual high-level international conference will be held
The exhibition produced by the Latvian National Museum of Art (LNMA) offers an encounter with a selection of the finest portraits from a whole century
The regional airline company will offer more than 300 destinations with one stop
Around 3.5 million of foreign guests visited Latvia’s capital city in 2018
