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Several road accidents in Aizkraukle; truck driver injured
Several road traffic accidents have been recorded in the Aizkraukle region over the past days, including a collision with a cyclist and a truck overturn.
Staburags · 4 h ago
Two men detained in Riga over series of fuel thefts from petrol stations
Police in Riga have arrested two previously convicted men for a series of fuel thefts from petrol stations; both have been remanded in custody.
Bauskas Dzīve · 4 h ago
First motorcycle orienteering event held in Kuldīga region
Motorcycle club Kumo organised its first orienteering ride on its first anniversary, attracting 53 participants. Roberts and Baiba from Saldus emerged as the winners.
Kurzemnieks · 4 h ago
Latest “Zemgales Ziņas” issue: Dobele cherry paradise, crematorium and arm wrestling
The latest issue of the regional newspaper “Zemgales Ziņas” covers a trip to Dobele, the construction of a crematorium near Iecava highway, and other local stories.
Zemgales Ziņas · 4 h ago
Valmiera rowers triumph at Aldis Kļaviņš memorial races
The Aldis Kļaviņš memorial races took place at the Krāces rowing course in Valmiera, with four travelling cups awarded in four boat classes. Three of the cups stayed with local Valmiera Sport School athletes.
Valmieras Ziņas · 5 h ago
Bauska council postpones primary school reorganisation, will urgently seek headteacher
Bauska Municipality Council decided on Thursday not to decide on the reorganisation of Bauska City Primary School for the time being. The mayor urged members to first announce a competition to find a new school director.
Bauskas Dzīve · 5 h ago
Teacher warns: scrapping exam threshold will weaken student motivation
Mathematics teacher Vorobjovs has criticised plans to remove the pass threshold in centralised exams, saying it will reduce motivation among weaker students and create problems in secondary school. He argues that better support, not lower requirements, is the right solution.
OgreNet · 6 h ago
Balticovo opens staff apartment building in Iecava
A new residential building for Balticovo employees has been opened in Iecava, with room for about 120 workers and their families. The project cost more than two million euros.
Bauskas Dzīve · 7 h ago
Twin Gathering Held at Smiltene Parish’s Muižnieki
On Sunday, a special and heartfelt Twin Gathering took place at Muižnieki in Smiltene parish. The event brought together twins who share not only similar looks and birthdays, but also a unique lifelong bond.
Ziemeļlatvija · 7 h ago
Robotic lawn mowers begin work in Jelgava's Rainis Park
Jelgava's municipal institution 'Pilsētsaimniecība' has announced that two robotic lawn mowers will now maintain the grass in Rainis Park, aiming to make city maintenance more efficient and free up resources.
Zemgales Ziņas · 8 h ago
Night temperatures stay above +20°C in parts of Latvia; Riga records tropical night
According to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre, temperatures in several parts of central and eastern Latvia did not drop below +20°C overnight. Riga experienced a tropical night, while Wednesday’s maximum reached +31°C.
Bauskas Dzīve · 9 h ago
Three fires extinguished in Vidzeme over past day; dog rescued from culvert
Over the past 24 hours, firefighters in Vidzeme responded to three fires and three rescue operations, with one call being a false alarm. A dry grass fire, a car engine compartment fire, and a burning tree were extinguished, while a dog stuck in a culvert was freed in Madona municipality.
Valmieras Ziņas · 5 Aug, 09:52
New paid parking rules at Jelgava's new market: two free hours, then €1 per hour
Starting 5 August, the parking lot at Jelgava's new market allows free parking for the first two hours, after which drivers must pay €1 per hour. The municipality has also introduced day, night and monthly tickets.
Zemgales Ziņas · 5 Aug, 08:55
Vitenbergs to visit Bauska municipality in regional working visit
Climate and Energy Minister Jānis Vitenbergs will travel to Bauska municipality on Thursday, 6 August, for a working visit, meeting local authorities and visiting several companies to discuss biomethane, energy efficiency, support programmes and heating season readiness.
Bauskas Dzīve · 5 Aug, 08:51
Hunting Festival “Minhauzens 2026” Draws 67 Teams in Koknese
The hunting festival “Minhauzens 2026” was held in Koknese on July 31 and August 1, bringing together 67 teams from across Latvia, including several local clubs.
Ziemeļlatvija · 5 Aug, 07:59
How to successfully combine work with high school studies
More people are balancing work and high school education. Flexible scheduling and distance learning are becoming reliable ways to manage both.
Bauskas Dzīve · 5 Aug, 07:53
Mass fish death in Ventspils County; service blames heavy rain
Hundreds of dead fish have been spotted in the Stende and Irbe rivers in Ventspils County, prompting fears of wastewater contamination. The State Environmental Service rejects this and links the die-off to the consequences of heavy rainfall.
LSM (rus) · 5 Aug, 07:49
Speed bumps installed on Jāņa Street in Jelgava; limit set to 20 km/h
Two speed bumps have been installed on a section of Jāņa Street in Jelgava between Pasta Street and Zemgale Avenue, with the maximum speed limit set at 20 km/h. The measures aim to improve pedestrian safety near the church and the Junda creative house.
Zemgales Ziņas · 5 Aug, 06:52
Pellet producers sign memorandum prioritizing domestic market
Three Latvian wood pellet producers have joined a voluntary initiative, pledging to secure sufficient supply for local households ahead of the heating season and adopt a transparent pricing policy.
Bauskas Dzīve · 5 Aug, 06:51
Kuldīga Hospital to become regional hospital from January
The government has approved amendments granting Kuldīga Hospital regional hospital status from 1 January. The hospital says it is ready, but stresses the need for additional funding.
Kurzemnieks · 5 Aug, 05:57
New overpass opens for traffic entering Riga from Jelgava direction
Riga has changed traffic flow on Jāņa Čakstes gatve from today, directing vehicles over a newly built overpass and opening a new roundabout beneath it. Several access routes and turning rules have also changed around the Aleja shopping centre and nearby streets.
Bauskas Dzīve · 5 Aug, 05:50
Traffic restrictions in Preiļi center until August 14 due to reconstruction
Due to reconstruction works in the center of Preiļi, traffic restrictions will apply on Brīvības, Daugavpils and Aglonas streets until August 14. A section of Daugavpils Street will be closed until August 6, followed by a partial closure of Aglonas Street from August 6 to 14.
Jauns.lv · 4 Aug, 23:55
Renovation of Durbe Manor servants' house to cost two million euros
Tukums Municipality will spend two million euros on renovating the servants' house at Durbe Manor and will create new services, according to information obtained by LETA.
Apollo.lv · 4 Aug, 19:55
Wildberries warehouse near St Petersburg on fire after Ukrainian drone strikes
Ukrainian drone strikes sparked a fire at a Wildberries warehouse near St Petersburg and killed five people in an attack on another facility in the Moscow region. Kyiv has been hitting Wildberries logistics sites since mid-July, saying they are used to supply the Russian military.
Bauskas Dzīve · 4 Aug, 09:55
Ogre Woman Mistakes Grandson for Stranger and Calls Police
In late July, police in Ogre received a call from a woman who said an unknown person had moved into her room. It turned out to be her grandson, and the woman was experiencing memory problems.
OgreNet · 4 Aug, 08:57
Valka residents doubt politicians and worry about county's future
As Latvia prepares for the 15th Saeima elections, people in Valka county are reportedly gloomy and more likely to trust themselves than their politicians. The main concerns include the closure of a family doctor's practice, a vacant cultural centre director post and fears that the county could be merged with a neighbouring municipality.
Ziemeļlatvija · 4 Aug, 08:56
Krāslava to host Latgale seniors' song and dance festival
On Saturday, 8 August, Krāslava will host the 21st Latgale Region Senior Song and Dance Festival, bringing together collectives from across Latgale. The programme includes a church service, a procession, a concert and a dance party.
LaKuga · 4 Aug, 08:52
Smiltene to clean Lake Tiltleja bed and rebuild bridge
The water level in Lake Tiltleja in Smiltene is being lowered to prepare for dredging, followed by reconstruction of the sluice and bridge. The work is part of an EU-funded climate adaptation project.
Ziemeļlatvija · 4 Aug, 07:57
Bauska sees second wettest July since 1945
July was the fifth wettest in Latvia since 1924, with several western cities experiencing record rainfall. In Bauska, it was the second wettest July since 1945.
Bauskas Dzīve · 4 Aug, 07:55
€60,000 available for resident initiatives in Dobele Municipality
From 4 August to 21 September, residents of Dobele Municipality can submit project ideas for the local participatory budgeting contest. This year, €60,000 has been set aside for implementing initiatives.
Zemgales Ziņas · 4 Aug, 07:52