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British man repeatedly enters yard in Ogre to profess love
On June 7, a British citizen was found again in a private yard on Krasta Street in Ogre, attempting to express affection; the homeowner considered filing a complaint for trespassing and threats but refrained after police intervention.
OgreNet · 7 h ago
Experts: Children's English Vocabulary Grows Gradually, Teaching Methods Should Be Age-Appropriate
Specialists have compiled recommendations for expanding children's English vocabulary at different ages, from three years old to adolescence.
Bauskas Dzīve · 8 h ago
Beekeepers Welcome First Honey Harvest
After spring work, bees have collected nectar, producing new honey with fresh taste and rich aroma.
Ziemeļlatvija · 8 h ago
Handmade Latvian flag from 1940 Latgale Song Festival returns to Latvia
A unique handmade Latvian flag that flew at the culmination of the 1940 Latgale Song Festival in Daugavpils has been preserved after the Soviet occupation, spent exile in the USA, and was returned to Latvia in 2017; it also participated in the 2023 All-Latvian Song Festival.
LaKuga · 8 h ago
VUGD Hands Over 48 Firefighting Tankers to Municipalities; 30 Already Delivered
The State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) is completing the transfer of 48 firefighting tankers to municipalities, boosting cooperation in fire suppression and prevention.
Zemgales Ziņas · 9 h ago
Road repair on Vītolu Street in Bauska begins today, traffic restrictions expected
Starting June 16, Bauska’s Vītolu Street will undergo road surface renewal, with temporary traffic restrictions in place. Local company SIA "Viona" is carrying out the work, which is expected to last until August.
Bauskas Dzīve · 9 h ago
New Rock and Pop Music Competition 'Sound Revolution' to Take Place in Liepāja
On July 2, 2026, the Tipogrāfijas creative quarter in Liepāja will host 'Sound Revolution', a competition for emerging rock and pop bands from Latvia and the Baltics. Applications are open until June 25.
irLiepāja · 10 h ago
Oil prices plunge after US-Iran agreement to end military operations
Oil prices fell nearly 5% on Monday after the US and Iran reached an agreement to immediately and permanently end military operations on all fronts, with WTI crude dropping to $80.16 per barrel, its lowest since early March.
Bauskas Dzīve · 10 h ago
Bruģa Bumba 2026 Season Opens with Record Participation in Grobiņa
The first leg of Liepāja's street basketball championship “Bruģa Bumba 2026” in Grobiņa gathered 46 teams—ten more than last year. Winners were determined in six age groups, along with individual contest champions.
irLiepāja · 11 h ago
Liepāja Kickboxers Win Ten Medals at International Tournament in Poland
Six athletes from Liepāja's Ballistic Boxing Club won 10 medals (7 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) at the Polish Kickboxing Cup in Kielce, placing the club 5th among 149 clubs.
irLiepāja · 12 h ago
Bauska Region’s Average Pension Lags Behind National Average; Largest Pension Granted Last Year Reached €4,500
In April 2025, the average old-age pension in Bauska region was €644.53, €42 below the national average. The highest pension granted in the region last year was €4,500 per month.
Bauskas Dzīve · 15 Jun, 08:21
Latvian darts duo suffers heartbreak in World Cup quarterfinal
Latvia reached the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time, but lost 7-8 to reigning champions Northern Ireland in a dramatic match.
OgreNet · 15 Jun, 08:21
Pīters Smeļters – Latgalian Folklorist and First Priest from the Varakļāni Region
The portal lakuga.lv continues to introduce Latgalian literary figures, this time highlighting the contributions of Pīters Smeļters (1868–1949) in collecting and publishing folklore.
LaKuga · 15 Jun, 08:21
Unclear Ownership Rights Spark Conflicts in Daugavpils Garage Cooperative
A garage cooperative in Daugavpils has been operating in a legal gray zone for years, where users consider garages their private property, but the legal situation is unclear, leading to disputes and litigation.
LSM (rus) · 15 Jun, 08:20
Average age of family doctors in Valka and Smiltene districts nears retirement – crisis deepens
In Valka district, the average age of family doctors has reached 65.3 years, while in Smiltene it is 60.9. Over the past two years, no new doctor has established or taken over a practice, and local government efforts to attract specialists have so far been unsuccessful.
Ziemeļlatvija · 15 Jun, 07:21
Repairs Underway on 68 State Road Sections; Major Overhaul of Koknese Highway Begins
Currently, repair work is taking place on 68 state road sections, causing traffic restrictions and slower travel. On the Tīnūži–Koknese road, asphalt renewal has started over more than 48 kilometers.
Bauskas Dzīve · 15 Jun, 07:20
Jelgava Schools Face Shortage of Latvian Language and Literature Teachers
As Jelgava prepares for the 2026/2027 school year, its educational institutions are most in need of Latvian language and literature teachers, along with mathematics and design/technology educators. Vacancies are open in both general and pre-school facilities.
Bauskas Dzīve · 15 Jun, 06:20
Corruption scandal at Jelgava Leather Factory 80 years ago
In 1945-1946, director Augusts Garkājs of the Jelgava Leather Factory systematically gave and took bribes, causing significant losses to the state. The crimes occurred under the eyes of the local Communist Party until the Central Committee intervened.
Zemgales Ziņas · 15 Jun, 06:20
Latvian athlete Adriana Krūzmane finishes ninth in NCAA triple jump championship
Adriana Krūzmane, a University of Miami student, placed ninth in the NCAA triple jump final, while Marta Sīviņa finished 11th in the heptathlon.
Bauskas Dzīve · 15 Jun, 05:21
Jelgava to carry out preventive disinfection of drinking water system this week
From June 15 to 17, Jelgava will undergo preventive disinfection of its drinking water supply, which may cause a slight chlorine odor, but the water remains safe for use.
Zemgales Ziņas · 15 Jun, 05:20
Kremlin propaganda about the Baltics: weak and dangerous at the same time
Russian propaganda portrays the Baltic states as both weak and dangerous, using contradictory narratives amplified by recent security incidents and public fear.
Bauskas Dzīve · 15 Jun, 04:20
Melderis and Razma reach World Cup quarter-finals for first time
Latvian darts duo Madars Razma and Valters Melderis advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals by defeating France 8-7.
OgreNet · 15 Jun, 03:21
Major Bus Route Changes from July 2026 in Sigulda, Limbaži, and Saulkrasti Areas
Starting 1 July 2026, VTU Valmiera will take over regional bus services in the Sigulda–Limbaži network, with numerous routes being cancelled, modified, or replaced. Changes include new feeder routes connecting to the Rīga–Skulte train.
Jauns.lv · 15 Jun, 01:21
Air show in Liepaja stuns spectators with tricks never seen before in Latvia
An air show in Liepaja has concluded, featuring extreme aerobatics and tricks previously unseen in Latvia, including one maneuver rarely performed worldwide due to its danger.
LSM (rus) · 14 Jun, 16:20
Hundreds of Creosote-Impregnated Railway Ties Abandoned in Valmiera Municipality
Hundreds of old railway ties containing creosote, a substance classified as hazardous by the EU, have been left exposed near Rūjiena. The municipality does not consider them dangerous waste, but the Nature Protection Agency has ordered their removal by July 1.
LSM (rus) · 14 Jun, 10:20
Kuldīga's Tourism Potential: Authentic Experiences and Gastronomy
Tourists increasingly seek genuine stories and emotions, and Kuldīga has a major advantage—its compactness and hospitality create an unforgettable experience that visitors are eager to share.
Kurzemnieks · 14 Jun, 08:21
Bauska Municipality to Auction 17 Properties Next Week; Plans to Sell Hundreds of Apartments
The Bauska municipality will hold an in-person auction on June 17, offering 17 properties including apartments and land. The municipality also reports owning about 500 apartments, with plans to retain only around 150 for social purposes and gradually sell the rest.
Bauskas Dzīve · 14 Jun, 08:21
Changes at Aizkraukle swimming area: only one third of half-circle pontoon dock installed
This summer, only one third of the previous half-circle pontoon dock has been installed at Aizkraukle's Daugava swimming spot, raising questions among residents. The municipal administration explains the change is for practical reasons—to allow swimming from all sides—and that the other sections are worn out.
Staburags · 14 Jun, 08:21
"Ogre United" Falls to Champions "Riga FC" at Home
Ogre United suffered a 1-4 loss against the Latvian champions, still searching for their first win of the season.
OgreNet · 14 Jun, 07:21
Weekend to End with Rain and Thunderstorms in Latvia
Sunday will be cloudy and rainy across Latvia, with possible thunderstorms; temperatures will reach up to +17°C.
Bauskas Dzīve · 14 Jun, 07:20