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Jūrmala Council to Review Deputy Trukšņa's Working Hours and Duties
The agenda of Jūrmala City Council's September 24 meeting includes a review of deputy Gatis Truknis's working hours and performance of his duties as head of the mayor's office.
TVNET · 1 h ago
Latvian Public Media to pay over €161,000 for audit services through 2029
Latvia's public broadcaster LSM will pay more than €161,000 for audit services through 2029, with the contract awarded to SIA "Potapoviča un Andersone."
Apollo.lv · 1 h ago
Car runs off road and overturns in Valmiera parish
On Friday, a passenger car ran off the road and overturned in Valmiera parish, and firefighters freed the person inside before handing them over to paramedics.
Delfi · 3 h ago
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Car veers off road and overturns in Valmiera municipality
On Friday, a car veered off the road and overturned onto its side in Valmiera municipality, the State Fire and Rescue Service reported.
TVNET · 4 h ago
Saturday, September 19: wind to strengthen, light drizzle possible in places
Latvia's Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre forecasts that Saturday will be the drier of the weekend days, though light rain is possible in some areas.
LSM (rus) · 5 h ago
Reader's experience: a small overlooked formality in an apartment sale can cause big trouble
TVNET reader Gunta shares her experience of selling a family apartment, where a purchase contract clause requiring a handover act within 30 days of receiving payment turned out to matter more than expected.
TVNET · 6 h ago
Food Safety Agency head: kebab shop hygiene issues can be fixed, inspections vary by risk level
The head of Latvia's Food and Veterinary Service explained on TV24 how kebab shops and other catering businesses are inspected, noting that about 10% of businesses checked in joint inspections had operations suspended.
Latvijas Avīze · 6 h ago
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Latvian consumer watchdog orders access to "daceriga.lv" website to be restricted
Latvia's Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has ordered that access to the online store "daceriga.lv" be restricted within three days, saying its operator failed to disclose essential information to consumers.
Apollo.lv · 6 h ago
Weekend weather to shift as forecasters warn of a wetter Sunday
Latvia will see changeable, partly rainy and windy weather on Saturday, while Sunday is expected to bring more widespread rain and possible thunderstorms. Conditions should calm down early next week, though rain will persist.
BNN · 7 h ago
Preserving Autumn's Harvest: Fermented Red Cabbage and Rosemary Pickled Beets
Autumn is presented as the ideal season for preserving garden and market produce in jars for the colder months, with unconventional ideas ranging from aromatic marinades to crunchy fermented foods. Among the suggestions are fermented red cabbage and pickled beets with rosemary.
LSM · 7 h ago
Athlete Jānis Višķers reflects on 15 months spent in prison
Latvian athlete Jānis Višķers, who served a 15-month prison term over an attempted bribe to an Ādaži municipal deputy, shares his reflections on the experience. He describes harsh conditions but also unexpected kindness from fellow inmates.
Delfi · 8 h ago
New rules on keeping dogs that have attacked take effect
As of September 19, Latvia has new government regulations imposing stricter conditions on dogs that have attacked people or animals, including mandatory training, walking restrictions and, in severe cases, euthanasia or a lifetime ban on owning dogs.
LV portāls · 13 h ago
Putin offers Europe “friendly” words while invoking nuclear arsenal; Latvia's security service warns of Russian hybrid attacks
Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed his country has no aggressive intentions toward Europe, while also referencing Russia's nuclear triad and readiness to respond to any seizure of its ships. Latvia's Constitution Protection Bureau warns Russia may escalate unconventional attacks against the Baltics.
Latvijas Avīze · 14 h ago
Namejs 2026: Gunfire and military vehicles expected across Latvia this week
This weekend, residents in several parts of Latvia may hear gunfire and see military vehicles and soldiers — this is due to the Namejs 2026 exercises, LSM reports in its "Обсудим вечером" programme.
LSM (rus) · 17 h ago
EU wants to restrict children's access to social media — what does Latvia say?
The European Commission is planning an age threshold for social media use — children under 13 would be barred entirely, while fully independent profiles would only be allowed from age 15. Both experts and children in Latvia have weighed in on the idea.
LSM · 17 h ago
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Reiniks applies for KNAB director position
Renārs Reiniks, head of the Operational Activities Department at Latvia's Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), has applied to lead the agency. Acting director Ineta Cīrule has not entered the competition.
Apollo.lv · 17 h ago
Security service: Russia may try to escalate with sabotage, but risk of full invasion remains very low
Latvia's Constitution Protection Bureau warns Russia could step up unconventional attacks against the Baltics and NATO, though the chance of a large-scale invasion stays very low. Top state officials echoed the assessment.
Delfi · 17 h ago
Experts: A dog attack on a person doesn't automatically mean euthanasia
Veterinary doctor Ilmārs Dūrītis and cynologist Ilze Pētersone–Godmane, speaking on a TV24 program, say decisions on euthanizing a dog after it attacks a person must be based on careful assessment of the case rather than being automatic. They stress the need to balance public safety with animal protection.
Latvijas Avīze · 18 h ago
Ahead of first frosts, gardeners urged to harvest tomatoes – what to do with green ones
Gardeners are advised to pick tomatoes before the first frosts arrive, since cold damages the fruit. Several methods can help unripe tomatoes ripen after harvesting.
Latvijas Avīze · 18 h ago
'Psychics' swindle two women out of nearly €160,000 in online scam
Latvia's State Police is investigating two fraud cases in which women sent almost €160,000 combined to online 'psychics' after being promised curse removal and help fixing their personal lives. The promised results never came, and the alleged scammers stopped responding.
BNN · 19 h ago
Latvian Armed Forces chief: threat level in Latvia and region unchanged
National Armed Forces commander Lieutenant General Kaspars Pudāns says the threat level in Latvia and the region remains unchanged, while the defense system monitors the situation daily and stays ready for possible provocations.
Delfi · 19 h ago
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Two women accused of defrauding people posing as 'psychics' online
Latvia's State Police has received two complaints after people transferred nearly €160,000 to individuals posing online as psychics, without ever receiving the promised help.
Apollo.lv · 20 h ago
Riga traffic checks: police record 97 violations in three days
During the international "Roadpol Safety Days" campaign, Latvia's State Police recorded 97 traffic violations in Riga over three days, including dozens of cases of aggressive driving and red-light running.
LSM (rus) · 20 h ago
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Gusty winds and mild temperatures forecast for Latvia on Saturday
Meteorologists forecast gusty winds and air temperatures rising to +16..+20 degrees Celsius across Latvia on Saturday. Weather conditions are expected to be changeable nationwide.
Apollo.lv · 21 h ago
Minister Tavars reverses predecessor's decisions on Preiļi, Bauska spatial plans
Smart Administration and Regional Development Minister Edgars Tavars has fully reversed his predecessor's decision on Preiļi municipality's territorial plan and partially altered the decision concerning Bauska municipality, following talks with local governments.
LSM · 21 h ago
Police drone catches dozens of Riga drivers dodging traffic jams illegally
During a road safety campaign, Latvian police used a drone to catch 31 Riga drivers who bypassed traffic jams by driving through bus lanes or safety islands, resulting in 97 administrative violation cases over three days.
Jauns.lv · 21 h ago
Saturday to bring moderate warmth, gusty winds and scattered showers across Latvia
Forecasters expect air temperatures to rise to +16..+20°C on Saturday, though gusty winds and scattered short-term rain are expected both overnight and during the day.
Latvijas Avīze · 21 h ago
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Gusty wind and rain expected in Latvia on Saturday
Forecasters say Saturday will bring rain in parts of Latvia along with gusty winds, while air temperatures rise to between +16 and +20 degrees. Conditions will vary through the day, with warmer-than-usual air for early autumn.
TVNET · 22 h ago
PM Kulbergs seeks to reassure public: no sign of heightened threat to Latvia
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has called for calm after recent international news caused public concern, saying there is currently no indication of an elevated threat level to Latvia. Security measures along the border and in the air continue to be stepped up.
Jauns.lv · 22 h ago
Rinkēvičs: regional situation "very tense," further escalation likely
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has issued a public warning about a tense security situation in Europe and the Baltic region, citing rising Russian sabotage and espionage activity and urging citizens to vote and support defense structures.
BNN · 23 h ago