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Oct 12, 20261 min read

Ponta Delgada formalises €527,924 in social support protocols

Ponta Delgada will provide €527,924 in support to 51 institutions in its social response network, including funding for operating costs, projects and facility works.

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Oct 10, 20261 min read

Chega calls for repayment to former Lajes Base workers

The sustainability factor was restored in 2024, but former Lajes Base workers who left between 2015 and 2024 were not reimbursed, according to a press note.

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Oct 10, 20261 min read

Chega/Açores seeks affordable housing measures for working families

The party wants details on first-home support, controlled-cost construction, vacant properties and rental supply across the Azores.

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Oct 9, 20261 min read

Montenegro says Lajes Base use met legal rules

Luís Montenegro said he was convinced Base das Lajes was used in line with legal rules as prosecutors assess its use in the conflict with Iran.

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Oct 8, 20262 min read

Azores Houses Council opens assembly in Uruguay

Twenty-three Casas dos Açores from six countries are taking part in the three-day gathering in San Carlos.

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Oct 7, 20261 min read

Ponta Delgada breast cancer solidarity walk set for 30 October

The Ponta Delgada breast cancer awareness walk on 30 October will end with a symbolic release of biodegradable hot-air balloons. Participation costs 5 euros, and all registration proceeds will go to the Liga Portuguesa Contra o Cancro.

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Oct 7, 20261 min read

Azores to recruit 40 nurses for regional hospitals

The posts are split between hospitals in Ponta Delgada and Terceira.

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Oct 6, 20261 min read

PCP to press for repayment to former Lajes Base workers

The PCP will again raise former Lajes Base workers' pension payments during discussion of the 2027 State Budget.

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Oct 4, 20261 min read

Azores report 28,639 medical boards since 2024

The Regional Government says the number of people waiting for a medical board fell by about 17% by 30 August 2026, while it acknowledges some waits exceed the legal deadline.

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Oct 3, 20262 min read

Azores authorises €2.8m Visit Azores promotion contract

The Azores has authorised €2.8 million for Visit Azores promotion, as draft 2027 plans propose €17.2 million for tourism promotion and sustainable destination development.

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Oct 2, 20261 min read

Artur Lima calls for Azores child protection consensus

Artur Lima said child protection policy in the Azores should retain a regional focus and remain outside party divisions.

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Oct 2, 20261 min read

Hanna weakens but is still expected to affect all Azores islands

Yellow precipitation warnings remain in force as post-tropical depression Hanna approaches the Azores, with heavy rain and possible thunderstorms forecast.