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Bus Operators Protest: Demand More Frequent Cost Compensation
On Wednesday, several passenger bus operators in Latvia held a protest that canceled a number of scheduled routes, saying rising fuel and labor costs are not being adequately compensated under long-term state contracts. Operators are demanding changes to how contract indexation works.
Staburags · 7 h ago
August storm exposes gaps in Latvia's water utilities – generators and clear rules lacking
The August storm caused power and communication outages that disrupted many Latvian water utilities, revealing the sector's lack of emergency preparedness. Experts say around two billion euros in investment will be needed over the next 10–15 years.
Kurzemnieks · 8 h ago
Mostly dry and sunny weather expected in Latvia next week
Meteorologists forecast that an anticyclone will bring mostly dry, sunny weather to Latvia next week, while the second half of the week will see a shift to rain and stronger winds.
Bauskas Dzīve · 9 h ago
Free Alpha Course on Life's Meaning to Begin in Ogre in October
A free Alpha Course exploring life's big questions and Christian faith will begin in Ogre on October 7, open to anyone regardless of prior beliefs or knowledge. Sessions will continue weekly on Wednesday evenings.
OgreNet · 9 h ago
Dobele and Tērvete to Hold Health-Focused Day Camps During School Autumn Break
The Dobele municipality will run three educational day camps for pupils in grades 1-3 during the autumn school break, from October 19-23, focusing on healthy lifestyles and outdoor activities. Registration opens October 2.
Zemgales Ziņas · 9 h ago
Vidzeme rescuers respond to four calls in one day
Over one day from September 22 to 23, rescuers in the Vidzeme region were called out four times – once for a fire and three times for rescue work. Nationwide, Latvia recorded 37 emergency calls.
Valmieras Ziņas · 9 h ago
Valka council to decide on launching municipal financial stabilization process
Valka municipality's council will vote Thursday on starting a financial stabilization process after a request from the Finance Ministry, with the council chairman and opposition offering conflicting assessments.
Ziemeļlatvija · 10 h ago
Liepāja residents raise concerns over planned flood dam
Liepāja plans to build a 1.5-kilometer flood protection dam costing four million euros to shield homes near Liepāja Lake from flooding, but some residents fear the project could make things worse.
LSM (rus) · 10 h ago
Latvia's National Alliance leader admits gaps in vetting party's own candidates
National Alliance leader Ilze Indriksone discussed in a LETA podcast how the party has handled controversial statements and decisions by its candidates on women, abortion and Russia, often admitting she was unaware of or unwilling to assess colleagues' past conduct.
Bauskas Dzīve · 11 h ago
Water supply to be cut for several buildings on Palīdzības Street in Jelgava on Thursday
On Thursday, September 24, water supply will be temporarily shut off from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for several buildings on Palīdzības Street in Jelgava due to repair work following a water main accident. The utility company Jelgavas ūdens announced the interruption.
Zemgales Ziņas · 12 h ago
Latgale marks 25th edition of poetry and music festival “Upīte's Apple Orchard”
The village of Upīte in Latgale has hosted the 25th edition of Latvia's oldest love-poetry and song festival, “Upītes ābeļdārzs,” featuring twelve poets and several music groups. Each participant was required to include at least one poem by festival founder Antons Slišāns.
LaKuga · 22 Sept, 08:46
Ogresgals Primary School to hold first-ever practical drills for air threat response
On Friday, Ogresgals Primary School will conclude a cycle of drills in which fire and rescue authorities are testing, for the first time since Latvia restored its independence, how schools respond to air threat scenarios.
OgreNet · 22 Sept, 08:44
Smiltene opens new co-creation space, driven by long-time community activist Līga Krūmiņa
The “Smiltenei un Latvijai” association has opened a new co-creation space in Lejas Varicēni, Smiltene municipality. Behind the initiative is Līga Krūmiņa, who since September 1 has also become an NGO project manager at the Smiltene municipality government.
Ziemeļlatvija · 22 Sept, 07:50
Fog blankets much of Latvia on Tuesday morning, worst visibility in Zosēni and Bauska
Dense fog reduced visibility to under 200 meters in parts of Latvia early Tuesday, with the lowest readings in Zosēni and Bauska. Sun is expected to break through most of the country in the afternoon, though Latgale will see rain.
Bauskas Dzīve · 22 Sept, 06:49
Public invited to join “Different Shoes Day” campaign in Jelgava and beyond
On September 25, Latvia's Welfare Ministry is holding its fourth annual “Different Shoes Day” social campaign, encouraging people to wear mismatched shoes to raise awareness of people with functional disabilities. Jelgava will host an event at the “Taka” center.
Zemgales Ziņas · 22 Sept, 06:43
Liepāja boxers win three medals at international tournament
At the international boxing tournament "Olaines Cup 2026," athletes from the Liepāja Comprehensive Sports School won two silver medals and one bronze.
irLiepāja · 22 Sept, 05:49
Zemgale to launch series of regional meetings on the future of religious heritage
The Zemgale Planning Region will hold a series of meetings across five municipalities this autumn to seek solutions for preserving historic churches. Conclusions from the discussions will feed into the region's development plans.
Zemgales Ziņas · 22 Sept, 05:45
Major US TV Networks Boycott White House Coverage After CNN Access Ban
Five major US television networks halted their rotating White House press pool coverage on Monday in solidarity with CNN, which along with other outlets was barred from the premises by Trump. As a result, no coverage was provided of the president's visit to the UN General Assembly.
Bauskas Dzīve · 22 Sept, 04:49
Liepāja Industrial Park named among world's top 10 most attractive investment projects
The Real FDI publication has included Liepāja Industrial Park among the ten most promising industrial and logistics investment projects worldwide for 2026, according to the Liepāja Special Economic Zone authority.
irLiepāja · 22 Sept, 04:48
Liepāja to hold meeting for city basketball championship participants
A meeting for team representatives will take place in Liepāja on September 28 to discuss the format of the next basketball championship. The tournament is planned to run from mid-October to the end of March.
irLiepāja · 22 Sept, 03:51
Reconstruction of Tirgus Street begins in Pāvilosta
Reconstruction work has begun on Tirgus Street in Pāvilosta, including new asphalt and cobblestone paving. The project is due for completion by November 30.
Jauns.lv · 21 Sept, 19:43
Liepāja Restaurant Week to feature 18 participants this October
From October 10 to 19, the city of Liepāja will host its Restaurant Week, bringing together 18 local restaurants. The event is organized by the Liepāja Region Tourism Information Bureau.
TVNET · 21 Sept, 09:50
Latgalian musician Sovvaļnīks releases new lyric video ahead of major concert
Musician Sovvaļnīks has released a lyric video for the song "…i vīns" from his album "Cārtumi", days before his major concert "Sovvaļnīkam – 18" at the Latgale concert hall "Gors".
LaKuga · 21 Sept, 09:48
Expert: any dog can bite, so vaccination and supervision matter
Following an incident in Carnikava where unsupervised dogs bit kindergarten children, a veterinary expert reminds owners of their legal duty to vaccinate pets and prevent them from endangering others. Latvia remains rabies-free for now, but the risk persists.
Zemgales Ziņas · 21 Sept, 09:47
Petition to cut Latvia's parliament from 100 to 70 MPs collects 10,000 signatures
An initiative on the Manabalss.lv platform calling for reducing the number of Saeima deputies from 100 to 70 has reached the required 10,000 signatures and must now be reviewed by parliament. Its author cites population decline and potential budget savings as key arguments.
Bauskas Dzīve · 21 Sept, 09:45
Hot water to be shut off at several addresses in Ogre on Monday
Utility company Ogres Namsaimnieks says hot water will be unavailable at several addresses in Ogre on September 21 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. due to repair works.
OgreNet · 21 Sept, 08:47
Through Estonia's forests to Pärnu: an unplanned nature trail detour
On a trip to the Estonian coastal city of Pärnu, a traveler accidentally ended up on the wrong nature trail but discovered both the Laiksaare floodplain forest trail and the Rae lake hiking path. Both offer a peaceful nature experience near Pärnu.
Zemgales Ziņas · 21 Sept, 08:44
Valka resident thanks community for new swings and slide replacing Soviet-era carousel
A Valka woman has reached out to a local newspaper to publicly thank those responsible for replacing an old Soviet-era carousel in a playground with new swings and a slide, funded using a family's personal savings.
Ziemeļlatvija · 21 Sept, 07:49
Zemgale region foal show held at 'Mušķi' equestrian training centre
On September 13, the Zemgale region foal show took place at the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies' equestrian training centre 'Mušķi', where this year's foals were judged alongside their mothers. The event was organized by the Latvian Horse Breeders' Association together with 'Mušķi'.
Zemgales Ziņas · 21 Sept, 06:46
Poetry Days event to bring poet Inese Tora to Lielvārde
On September 25, the Lielvārde Culture House will host a Poetry Days event featuring a poet, a singer and an artist. Admission is free.
OgreNet · 21 Sept, 05:52