Latvia & nearby
Hot water to be shut off at several addresses in Ogre on Monday
Utility company Ogres Namsaimnieks says hot water will be unavailable at several addresses in Ogre on September 21 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. due to repair works.
OgreNet · 21 Sept, 08:47
Russians in Estonia vote in State Duma elections at Tallinn embassy
Russian citizens living in Estonia cast ballots in Russia's State Duma elections at the embassy in Tallinn over the weekend, while a small protest outside called the vote illegal.
ERR News · 21 Sept, 08:45
Through Estonia's forests to Pärnu: an unplanned nature trail detour
On a trip to the Estonian coastal city of Pärnu, a traveler accidentally ended up on the wrong nature trail but discovered both the Laiksaare floodplain forest trail and the Rae lake hiking path. Both offer a peaceful nature experience near Pärnu.
Zemgales Ziņas · 21 Sept, 08:44
Valka resident thanks community for new swings and slide replacing Soviet-era carousel
A Valka woman has reached out to a local newspaper to publicly thank those responsible for replacing an old Soviet-era carousel in a playground with new swings and a slide, funded using a family's personal savings.
Ziemeļlatvija · 21 Sept, 07:49
Rainy autumn weather to continue in Latvia this week, monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
Unsettled, rainy weather will persist in Latvia as new cyclones approach, with improvement only expected by the weekend. Several regions have already exceeded their monthly rainfall norm.
BNN · 21 Sept, 07:48
Latvian minister moves to again split National Botanical Garden from Nature Conservation Agency
Less than a year after the National Botanical Garden was merged into the Nature Conservation Agency, new sector minister Edgars Tavars wants to reverse the decision and separate the garden again.
LSM (rus) · 21 Sept, 07:46
Lielupe bridge on Liepāja highway to close nightly for repairs
From today through September 25, the Lielupe bridge on the Liepāja highway will be closed to traffic at night for repairs to corroded and accident-damaged metal structures. Drivers are advised to use detour routes and allow extra travel time.
Jauns.lv · 21 Sept, 07:46
"Children's House" launches online support group for parents of child sexual abuse victims
The cooperation programme "Children's House" is launching an online support group today for parents and legal guardians of children who have suffered sexual abuse, according to information published on the Children's Protection Centre's website.
Apollo.lv · 21 Sept, 07:43
Zemgale region foal show held at 'Mušķi' equestrian training centre
On September 13, the Zemgale region foal show took place at the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies' equestrian training centre 'Mušķi', where this year's foals were judged alongside their mothers. The event was organized by the Latvian Horse Breeders' Association together with 'Mušķi'.
Zemgales Ziņas · 21 Sept, 06:46
Poetry Days event to bring poet Inese Tora to Lielvārde
On September 25, the Lielvārde Culture House will host a Poetry Days event featuring a poet, a singer and an artist. Admission is free.
OgreNet · 21 Sept, 05:52
Latvian Ministry Again Plans to Separate Botanical Garden from Nature Conservation Agency
Less than a year after Latvia's National Botanical Garden was merged into the Nature Conservation Agency, the Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development now wants to split them apart again. The plan was reported by Latvian Television's "De facto" program.
Apollo.lv · 21 Sept, 05:50
Ogre to host children's show about Garfield's missing pizza
On September 27, the Ogre Municipality Culture Centre will stage a children's performance called "The Case of the Missing Pizza," featuring Garfield the cat. Ticket prices range from 10 to 18 euros.
OgreNet · 21 Sept, 04:51
Companies linked to transit business helped fund Šlesers party's unlawful spring campaign
Latvian broadcast "Nekā personīga" reports that synchronized donations from bank employees and transit-business-linked entrepreneurs covered a €340,000 sum the party "Latvia First" was ordered to pay back after running an illegal campaign. Politician Ainārs Šlesers initially had his spring ad campaign paid by an association rather than the party, sidestepping campaign spending limits.
Delfi · 21 Sept, 04:50
More surveillance cameras planned for Kohtla-Järve after fatal mass brawl
Estonian police are still investigating a fatal brawl in Kohtla-Järve that killed a 21-year-old man, while the city plans to install more surveillance cameras.
ERR (rus) · 21 Sept, 04:49
Latvian beekeeper spots unusual bee swarm building honeycombs outside the hive frames
A Latvian beekeeper preparing his hives for winter found a large bee swarm that had independently built honeycombs outside the usual frames under the hive lid. He shared the unusual footage online, sparking widespread interest and discussion.
Latvijas Avīze · 21 Sept, 04:48
Expert: drivers running red lights at roadwork zones show blatant selfishness
Several drivers on the Madona–Vecpiebalga road were filmed passing through a roadwork zone despite a red traffic light. A traffic safety expert warns that traffic light rules during roadworks are identical to normal ones and such behavior endangers other road users.
Jauns.lv · 21 Sept, 04:48
Riga woman loses license and car over leaving accident scene
A hasty decision after a road accident has proven costly for a woman from Riga, who lost her driving license and faced the confiscation of her Renault Zoe.
Apollo.lv · 21 Sept, 04:47
Reform after reform: ministry reverses course on Botanical Garden's status
Within less than a year, the ministry responsible has made two opposite decisions on the National Botanical Garden's institutional setup — after merging it into the Nature Conservation Agency, a new split is now being planned.
LSM · 21 Sept, 03:49
Autumn Harvest Market to be held in Ogre
On September 26, Ogre will host an Autumn Harvest Market on Brīvības Street and Bērzu Alley, along with a concert by amateur art groups at the City Square.
OgreNet · 21 Sept, 03:49
People linked to Latvia's Farmers Union attend China embassy-backed youth conference
Several people associated with the Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) attended a conference organized by the Latvia-China Friendship Association marking 35 years of diplomatic relations. Experts and security services warn that Beijing uses such youth events to expand its influence.
Delfi · 21 Sept, 03:48
Job Ad Promises One Salary, Interview Offers Minimum Wage: What Does Latvian Law Say?
A social media discussion has spread about cases where salaries advertised in job postings are replaced with minimum wage offers during interviews. Latvia's State Labour Inspectorate clarifies that while the law requires a salary range in ads, the exact figure is only fixed in the employment contract.
Latvijas Avīze · 21 Sept, 03:48
Riga woman loses car and driving licence after leaving crash scene
A woman from Riga left the scene of a traffic accident and has now lost both her driving licence and her Renault Zoe car, which was confiscated. The case has sparked debate over whether the punishment is proportionate.
TVNET · 21 Sept, 03:46
Russian election voting also held at embassy in Tallinn
On Sunday, Russia's elections saw voting take place at the Russian embassy in Tallinn, while a small protest against the vote's legitimacy was held outside.
ERR (rus) · 21 Sept, 02:47
New developments emerge in major illegal cigarette trafficking case
Nearly two years into the investigation of a large illegal cigarette distribution network, several parallel criminal cases have emerged, including charges against a lawyer accused of trying to pressure a witness into silence. An investigator told the court that several people involved had been afraid to speak.
LSM · 21 Sept, 01:53
Estonian Open Air Museum celebrates Bread Day with baking and butter churning
The Estonian Open Air Museum marked Bread Day by showing visitors how rye was grown, grain was milled, bread was baked and butter was churned in the old days. The Kutsari-Härjapea farmstead proved especially popular for its butter-making demonstrations.
ERR (rus) · 21 Sept, 00:51
Mother spends years fighting for son's proper education program
A Riga mother, Līga Rubežniece, has spent years fighting to get her son, who has speech impairments, placed in the correct education program after he was effectively taught under a curriculum meant for children with intellectual disabilities. This summer she finally secured a switch to a new school.
Delfi · 20 Sept, 23:49
Only 0.8% of eligible Russian citizens in Latvia voted in Russia's Duma election
Latvia's State Police report that just 290 Russian citizens cast ballots in Riga during Russia's State Duma election — only 0.8% of all Russian citizens in Latvia eligible to vote.
LSM · 20 Sept, 22:48
Variable cloudiness and rain expected in Estonia on Monday, temperatures +14..+17 degrees
Estonian meteorologists forecast rainy weather with variable cloudiness and thunderstorms for Monday, September 21, with daytime temperatures rising to +14..+17 degrees.
ERR (rus) · 20 Sept, 22:48
Alūksne municipality to hold evacuation training exercises
On September 28, practical civil protection and evacuation exercises will take place in Pededze and Liepna in Alūksne municipality. This was announced on the local government's website.
Apollo.lv · 20 Sept, 22:45
Businessmen linked to transit sector helped fund Šlesers party's repayment to anti-corruption bureau
Latvian TV show "Nekā personīga" reports that the party "Latvia First" quickly raised funds from bank- and transit-industry-linked businessmen to cover a 340,000-euro repayment ordered by the anti-corruption bureau KNAB. KNAB says it is still reviewing the party's donations.
Latvijas Avīze · 20 Sept, 21:50
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Valka council delays starting financial stabilization process despite ministry's call
Latvia's Finance Ministry urged the Valka municipal council in early September to decide at its next meeting on launching a financial stabilization process, but the council has yet to act, Latvian Television's 'de facto' program reports.
TVNET · 20 Sept, 21:49
Finance Ministry warns over Valka municipality's finances, council delays stabilization process
Latvia's Finance Ministry has urged Valka municipality to begin a financial stabilization process after it failed to balance next year's budget, but the council is holding off on a decision.
Jauns.lv · 20 Sept, 21:49
Elderly woman dies in yard in Latgale after failing to reach emergency medical service
In Tilža, Balvi municipality, a 70-year-old woman collapsed at home and neighbors were unable to reach the emergency medical service for tens of minutes. Help arrived too late.
Latvijas Avīze · 20 Sept, 20:50
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"Nothing Personal": People Linked to the Union of Greens and Farmers Attended China Embassy-Backed Event
Latvian TV3 investigative programme "Nekā personīga" reports that several people connected to the Union of Greens and Farmers party attended a Chinese culture conference supported by the Chinese embassy.
Apollo.lv · 20 Sept, 20:47
Former Estonian education ministers: too many simultaneous reforms overload schools
Former Estonian education ministers say several major reforms running at once — including a new mandatory education requirement up to age 18 — are overloading schools and teachers. The current minister responds that the reforms did not create the problems but exposed them.
ERR (rus) · 20 Sept, 20:46
Valka municipality faces call to start financial stabilization, council slow to respond
Latvia's Finance Ministry has asked the Valka municipal council to launch a financial stabilization process by the end of the month, citing an ongoing deterioration in the local government's finances. Council leadership has not rushed to act.
LSM · 20 Sept, 20:46