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First 'Home Art Days' to take place in Latgale; artists invited to open their spaces
From July 2 to August 6, the interdisciplinary cultural initiative 'Home Art Days' will be held in Latgale for the first time, inviting artists and creative professionals to open their homes, studios, and personal spaces to visitors.
LaKuga · 1 h ago
First-Ever Home Art Days to Take Place in Latgale
From July 2 to August 6, the interdisciplinary cultural initiative “Home Art Days” will be launched in Latgale, inviting artists and other creative professionals to open their homes and studios to visitors.
LaKuga · 1 h ago
Rain in Eastern Latvia at Night, Kurzeme to See Clear and Cold Weather
On Friday night into Saturday, eastern Latvia will experience prolonged rain from the south, while Kurzeme will have a mostly clear and cold night with temperatures as low as +4°C. Saturday will bring continued rain in the east, while the west sees sun mixed with thunderstorms.
Valmieras Ziņas · 1 h ago
OECD: Latvia should improve governance and healthcare to boost living standards
The latest OECD economic survey of Latvia notes that living standards have approached the OECD average over the past 25 years, but structural issues remain. The organisation recommends enhancing public administration and healthcare performance, while accelerating climate action.
Bauskas Dzīve · 1 h ago
Overnight: Rain in Eastern Latvia, Cold Night in Kurzeme with Temperatures as Low as +4°C
On the night before Saturday, prolonged rain is expected in eastern Latvia, while Kurzeme will experience a clear and cold night with temperatures dropping to +4°C. During the day, rain will persist in the east, while Kurzeme and Zemgale may see brief showers and thunderstorms.
Valmieras Ziņas · 1 h ago
Marijuana grow-op uncovered in Ozolnieki parish, man detained
Police in Ozolnieki parish, Jelgava region, discovered a marijuana grow operation in a private home, seizing plants, dried substance, and equipment. A man has been arrested and remanded in custody.
Zemgales Ziņas · 1 h ago
Residents urged to report brown bear sightings
Latvia has at least 190 brown bears; DAP calls on the public to report observations via the "Nature Data" portal.
OgreNet · 1 h ago
Kurzemnieks Publishes Conversation with Lawyer and Forester Valdis Kalns
The portal Kurzemnieks.lv has released a video interview with Valdis Kalns, who is both a lawyer and a forester.
Kurzemnieks · 2 h ago
Brown bear sightings: Residents urged to report observations
At least 190 brown bears live in Latvia. Residents are encouraged to report bear sightings on the portal “Dabas dati” to assist monitoring and conservation efforts.
OgreNet · 2 h ago
Liepāja Municipality Publishes Event Schedule for June 15–23
From June 15 to 23, Liepāja will host a range of activities including meetings with foreign officials, donor days, art exhibitions, sports events, and Līgo celebrations, while several street reconstruction projects continue.
irLiepāja · 2 h ago
Liepāja Municipality Publishes Event Plan for June 15-23
Liepāja municipality has announced its event plan for June 15-23, featuring international meetings, cultural events, sports activities, and infrastructure works.
irLiepāja · 2 h ago
Conversation with lawyer and forester Valdis Kalns
A video conversation with lawyer and forester Valdis Kalns has been published on Kurzemnieks.lv.
Kurzemnieks · 2 h ago
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Fire in Jelgava Area Leaves Family with Children Homeless
A nighttime fire in the Jelgava area destroyed a home; a family with two children escaped by jumping out of windows.
TVNET · 2 h ago
Twin cities Valka and Valga celebrate 442nd birthday with parade "Joy"
On Friday evening, June 12, residents of Valka and Valga gathered for a festive parade marking the 442nd birthday of the twin cities.
Ziemeļlatvija · 2 h ago
VIDEO ⟩ Family narrowly escapes fire, loses home in Jelgava area
A late-night fire destroyed a family home in the Jelgava region, forcing a couple and their two young children to escape through windows. The mother's quick reaction saved everyone, but the house is lost. Relatives and neighbors are providing support.
TVNET · 2 h ago