Latvia & nearby (107)

Ramoliņš: Gaiķis tried to influence "Norupe" sawmill deal under political pressure

SIA "Stiga RM" owner Andris Ramoliņš claims on social media that former Competition Council head Juris Gaiķis tried to influence the closing of the "Norupe" sawmill acquisition due to political pressure; his company has sued both Gaiķis and the Council.

Apollo.lv · 25 Sept, 18:45

Krištopans and chef Bērziņš: excessive pampering leaves young people unprepared for work

On TV24's talk show, MEP Vilis Krištopans and chef Endijs Bērziņš discussed how young people are raised and their attitude toward work, warning that overly comfortable childhoods can hinder independence later in life.

Latvijas Avīze · 25 Sept, 18:45

Tartu plans to purchase 1,000 new rental bikes

The Estonian city of Tartu is preparing a new tender to buy 1,000 electric bike-share bicycles over four years to renew its aging fleet, after a previous attempt failed this spring.

ERR News · 25 Sept, 17:46

European Commission launches six infringement proceedings against Latvia

The European Commission has opened six infringement proceedings against Latvia after the country failed to notify the full transposition of six EU directives into national law. The EC's Latvia representation confirmed the move.

Apollo.lv · 25 Sept, 17:45

Woman's body found outside Riga apartment block, suspected relative detained

An 87-year-old woman's body was discovered outside an eight-story building in Riga's Jugla district, while police found a man — possibly a relative — inside her blood-marked apartment.

Jauns.lv · 25 Sept, 17:42

Party urges government to declare state of emergency in agriculture over prolonged rain

The Greens and Farmers Union will ask coalition parties on Monday to declare a state of emergency in agriculture, as persistent heavy rain is disrupting winter crop sowing. Several municipalities, including Ventspils and Kuldīga, had already requested such a step.

Jauns.lv · 25 Sept, 16:43

Estonia detains 13 undocumented migrants and Ukrainian driver transporting six more

On September 24, Estonian police detained 13 undocumented foreigners in Tallinn and Pärnu County, while customs officers stopped a van on the Tallinn–Pärnu–Ikla highway carrying six more migrants, driven by a Ukrainian citizen.

ERR (rus) · 25 Sept, 16:42

Latvian government drafts five-point plan to curb heating price hikes in Riga

A government meeting reviewed heating-season readiness and outlined an initial five-point plan to limit rising district heating tariffs in Riga. State heating company Rīgas siltums must submit a cost-reduction assessment and a December tariff forecast by October 16.

Delfi · 25 Sept, 15:46

Germany to send fighter jets to Latvia ahead of election amid drone threat

Germany plans to deploy fighter jets to Latvia around the country's Oct. 3 election in response to a growing drone threat, after Riga requested backup from Berlin.

Politico Europe · 25 Sept, 15:46

Infection outbreak at Salaspils kindergarten — test results expected Monday

An infection outbreak has been reported at the Jāņtārpiņš kindergarten in Salaspils, with initial lab results on the pathogen expected early next week. The Children's Clinical University Hospital says there is currently no reason for concern about similar outbreaks elsewhere.

LSM (rus) · 25 Sept, 15:44

Estonia's only artichoke farmer expects a brighter future for the crop

Estonia's sole dedicated artichoke grower, Artifarm, has had an excellent harvest this summer after eight years of trial and error. The owner hopes the Mediterranean crop will soon start turning a profit.

ERR News · 25 Sept, 15:41

Salaspils mother faces possible charges over cruelty to child

Latvia's State Police has submitted case materials to prosecutors, seeking charges against a Salaspils woman suspected of cruel and violent treatment of her child.

Apollo.lv · 25 Sept, 14:49

Estonian unions say public sector pay rises fall short

Estonia's budget for next year includes modest pay fund increases for teachers, internal security and cultural workers, but unions warn the raises are too small to fix staffing shortages and long-running problems.

ERR News · 25 Sept, 14:45

Rain to continue at times in Latvia on Saturday, up to +17 degrees

Rain is expected at times across most of Latvia on Saturday, though less than on Friday. Daytime temperatures will reach +12 to +17 degrees.

Jauns.lv · 25 Sept, 14:41

Estonian health-care unions turn to national conciliator as pay talks collapse

Estonian health-care worker unions are turning to the national conciliator after collective-agreement negotiations broke down over planned minimum wage increases. The dispute centers on a ministry decision that could redirect the pay-rise funds elsewhere in 2027.

ERR News · 25 Sept, 13:43

Russian state agency briefly published, then deleted, article threatening Lithuania with nuclear strike

Russia's state news agency RIA Novosti published, then deleted within hours, a column threatening Lithuania with a nuclear strike in response to Lithuania's parliament backing an end to the ban on hosting nuclear weapons. A copy survived in a web archive.

Meduza · 25 Sept, 13:43

Riga completes Zemitāns Bridge reconstruction and 15 mobility hubs

Riga has finished rebuilding the Jorģis Zemitāns Bridge and building 15 mobility hubs near railway stops, improving traffic safety and connections between transport modes. The projects were funded with tens of millions of euros from the municipality and the European Union.

Jauns.lv · 25 Sept, 13:41

Riga region police detain nearly 90 people over drug trafficking this year

Since the start of the year, police in the Riga region have seized more than 105 kilograms of narcotics and detained 89 people, some linked to organized crime groups.

TVNET · 25 Sept, 11:45

Video: Riga police car crosses closed railway crossing just three seconds before train

On Wednesday, September 23, a dashcam in Riga's Krustpils Street captured a State Police car with lights flashing crossing a closed railway crossing only three seconds before a train arrived. Police say the crew was responding to a report of a possibly intoxicated driver.

Delfi · 25 Sept, 11:41

TV programme "Local Question": Latgale entrepreneurs on the upcoming Saeima elections

A new episode of the public broadcaster's programme "Local Question" examines Latgale's economic problems and what local entrepreneurs expect from the newly elected Saeima. The episode is part of a pre-election programming cycle.

LSM (rus) · 25 Sept, 10:50

Latvian police detain mother and man over child exploitation in pornographic material

Latvian police have arrested a woman born in 1994 suspected of using her own minor child to produce pornographic material and selling it to a man born in 1980. Both suspects are now in custody as the investigation continues.

Jauns.lv · 25 Sept, 10:45

Estonia's economic growth advisory council to wrap up work in October

Estonia's government-convened Efficiency and Economic Growth Council will end its work on October 31 and issue a final report, its chair says, with some of its roughly 750 proposals already advancing into legislation.

ERR News · 25 Sept, 10:44

Estonian university rectors seek change to conscription start dates

The Estonian Rectors' Council is asking authorities to shift the timing of compulsory and alternative service call-ups, warning that the extension of service to 12 months will make it harder for students to continue their studies. The proposal was sent to the Defence Ministry, the Education Ministry and the Defence Resources Agency.

ERR (rus) · 25 Sept, 10:44

Fox injured in road accident recovers and finds new home at Līgatne Nature Trails

A fox injured as a young cub in a road accident has recovered and found a new home at the Līgatne Nature Trails in Gauja National Park, where it was named Lakija.

LSM · 25 Sept, 10:41

Estonia's Reform Party and Parempoolsed gain ground in September polls

A new Emor and ERR poll shows support for Estonia's ruling Reform Party climbing to 15 percent while non-parliamentary Parempoolsed hit an all-time high of 10 percent, as the Center Party's rating fell for a fourth straight month.

ERR News · 25 Sept, 09:46

Lithuania signs cooperation deal with US defence firm Mach Industries

Lithuania's economy and defence ministers signed a cooperation agreement with US defence tech company Mach Industries during a visit to the United States, alongside a separate memorandum on UV LED technology between a Lithuanian and a US company.

LRT English · 25 Sept, 09:44

Forecasters: Indian summer to arrive in Latvia from Sunday

Latvian meteorologists forecast that a warm 'Indian summer' spell will begin in the country from Sunday and continue into October.

LSM (rus) · 25 Sept, 09:43

Estonian finance minister: I dislike the tone of salary demands

Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi said rescuers' salaries are rising faster than or in line with inflation, and those receiving accommodations should not complain the loudest. Teachers demand a minimum salary of €2,312, while rescuers are offered €1,654.

ERR (rus) · 25 Sept, 09:42

After fire in Cēsis region, five families seek help to rebuild roof

More than two months after a fire in the Cēsis region, five families still cannot return to their homes because the building's roof burned down. Rebuilding the roof requires about 80,000 euros, and residents are asking the public for help.

LSM (rus) · 25 Sept, 08:48

Weekend brings improving weather, up to +22°C expected next week in Latvia

After days of heavy rain and cool weather, conditions in Latvia will start improving on Sunday, with forecasters predicting dry, sunny weather and temperatures reaching up to +22°C next week.

Jauns.lv · 25 Sept, 08:47

Which language does Latgale's youth use to learn the faith – Latgalian or Latvian?

A survey and interviews with parishes across Latgale show that First Communion and Confirmation classes are mostly conducted in standard Latvian, even though church services often use the Latgalian language.

LaKuga · 25 Sept, 08:46

Bauska entrepreneurs Kazaki lease Rēzekne SPA center, plan hotel nearby

Well-known Bauska entrepreneurs Kaspars and Ilona Kazāki have taken over management of a municipal SPA center in Rēzekne and bought an adjacent plot for a future hotel. The municipality found a tenant only after more than 20 failed auctions.

Bauskas Dzīve · 25 Sept, 08:46

Stray dog attacks pedestrians in Valka — help arrives after ninety minutes

A stray dog attacked a woman walking her small dog near the Valka Art School, with police taking ninety minutes to arrive from Gulbene. The next day the same dog reportedly frightened children near a primary school, and municipal police did not answer a call about it.

Ziemeļlatvija · 25 Sept, 08:44

State Audit Office reports major findings on children's healthcare, heating and municipal property

Latvia's State Audit Office presented conclusions from three large audits — on children's outpatient healthcare, heating infrastructure investment, and municipal real estate management — revealing systemic shortcomings, with Jelgava cited as an example.

Zemgales Ziņas · 25 Sept, 08:43