Latvia & nearby (140)

In or near power since independence: what is the Union of Greens and Farmers

The Union of Greens and Farmers was formed in 2002 by merging two parties dating back to the Atmoda era, and has since remained in or close to government. Its close ally is the Ventspils-based party led by Aivars Lembergs.

LSM (rus) · 7 Sept, 16:07

Tuesday to bring slightly warmer but windier weather in Latvia

Meteorologists forecast that Tuesday's air temperature in Latvia will be one degree higher than Monday's, though winds will pick up.

TVNET · 7 Sept, 15:11

Regional public transport carriers to halt routes for one day on 16 September

The Latvian Association of Passenger Carriers has announced that regional public transport operators will suspend their state-contracted routes for one day on 16 September as a form of protest. The action involves carriers that hold ten-year long-term contracts with the state.

Apollo.lv · 7 Sept, 15:11

Tallinn Airport handles record number of passengers in August

Tallinn Airport served nearly 390,000 passengers in August, its best monthly result ever, driven largely by low-cost carrier Wizz Air's expanding presence.

BNN · 7 Sept, 15:10

Prisma stores in Tallinn area to be first rebranded as Coop in Estonia

Estonia's Prisma supermarket chain has begun rebranding as Coop this week, with all 13 stores set to switch by the end of November. Coop bought Prisma Estonia in a deal announced in April.

ERR News · 7 Sept, 14:12

Dogs that bit children in Carnikava were overdue for rabies revaccination

Latvia's Food and Veterinary Service says the dogs that attacked children in Carnikava had not received their scheduled rabies revaccination, so the animals will be monitored for ten days.

LSM · 7 Sept, 14:09

Riga to hold two-day evacuation drill, open to all volunteers

Riga municipality is organizing a practical evacuation exercise on September 18-19 as part of the national defense drill Namejs 2026, inviting any interested residents to register. Participants will test the full evacuation process from gathering to shelter.

LSM (rus) · 7 Sept, 14:08

Estonian schools to receive state subsidy for teaching dialects

Estonia's Ministry of Education and Research will let municipalities apply for support to teach dialects, such as Võro, in schools in order to prevent their disappearance. Applications open next week.

ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 14:07

Non-citizen detained in Madona region for transporting migrants

Border guards and police detained a Latvian non-citizen in the Madona region on suspicion of transporting illegal migrants. The arrest took place last Saturday.

TVNET · 7 Sept, 13:11

Woman detained in Madona region for transporting illegal migrants in a Lexus

Last Saturday, border guards and the State Police detained a woman in the Madona region on suspicion of transporting illegal migrants in a Lexus car, the State Border Guard reported.

Apollo.lv · 7 Sept, 13:09

Estonia's Reform Party: new defence minister's name expected next week

Reform Party secretary general Kristo Enn Vaga says the name of Estonia's new defence minister should be known next week, once parliament reconvenes. Meanwhile, it remains unclear which committee former minister Hanno Pevkur will join after returning to parliament.

ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 13:09

Latvian Radio's "Krustpunktā" hosts debate among PM candidates

Ahead of the 15th Saeima elections, Latvian Radio's programme "Krustpunktā" is holding a discussion among the prime ministerial candidates put forward by parties running in the election, focused on their visions and plans for the next parliamentary term.

LSM · 7 Sept, 13:06

Latvian security service warns of new hybrid warfare tactic originating from Belarus

Latvian Television's de facto programme has revealed that a former convict who relocated to Belarus, along with an association he represents, continues to file complaints and lawsuits with Latvian institutions and courts. The State Security Service warns this could be a new form of hybrid warfare aimed at burdening Ukraine's supporters.

LSM (rus) · 7 Sept, 12:09

Uzbek national detained in Jelgava over alleged sexual act against a minor

Police in Jelgava detained an Uzbek citizen suspected of committing indecent acts against a minor at a children's playground. A criminal case has been opened and the man has been remanded in custody.

Jauns.lv · 7 Sept, 12:06

Warm week ahead in Latvia, with rain possible at times

Meteorologists forecast a warm week in Latvia, though rain is expected at times. Forecasts on the exact amount of precipitation still differ.

Apollo.lv · 7 Sept, 11:14

Latvian insurers assess coverage for tourists missing in Nepal

One Latvian insurer holds a group travel insurance policy covering 33 people missing after floods in Nepal, 28 of them Latvian nationals.

Latvijas Avīze · 7 Sept, 11:14

Tallinn Airport sets all-time passenger record in August

Tallinn Airport handled nearly 390,000 passengers in August, its best month ever, driven largely by rapid expansion from low-cost carrier Wizz Air.

ERR News · 7 Sept, 11:13

Tartu begins search for Christmas tree for Town Hall Square

The city of Tartu, Estonia, has started looking for a spruce to become this year's main Christmas tree on its Town Hall Square. Applications with a photo of the tree are accepted until October 15.

ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 11:13

Ahead of the 15th Saeima elections: interview with «New Unity» PM candidate Arvils Ašeradens

As part of a pre-election broadcast series ahead of the 15th Saeima elections, journalist Jānis Domburs conducts a live interview with Arvils Ašeradens, the Prime Minister candidate nominated by the «New Unity» party alliance.

LSM · 7 Sept, 11:09

Riga City Council to hold memorial service for those missing in Nepal

A memorial service for people missing in a tragedy in Nepal, and their relatives, will be held at Riga City Council today at 6 p.m. The Riga City Council itself announced the event.

Apollo.lv · 7 Sept, 10:14

Former culture and foreign minister Rihards Pīks has died

Rihards Pīks, a former Latvian culture and foreign minister, cinematographer and diplomat, died on September 7, 2026 at the age of 84, his wife Sarmīte Pīka has announced.

Jauns.lv · 7 Sept, 10:12

New bike lane markings on Rīga's Šarlotes Street spark online debate

A newly marked bike lane on the roadway of Šarlotes Street in Rīga has triggered heated discussion on social media, with drivers confused about how to navigate the street. Commenters are split between safety concerns and calls for drivers to better know traffic rules.

Latvijas Avīze · 7 Sept, 10:11

Estonia temporarily shuts Luhamaa border crossing after two Iranian nationals try to enter from Russia

Estonia's Police and Border Guard Board temporarily closed the Luhamaa checkpoint on Sunday after two Iranian nationals repeatedly tried to cross into the country from Russia without valid grounds.

ERR News · 7 Sept, 09:11

Jelgava to hold its first-ever Night Bike Ride

On September 18, Jelgava will host its first Night Bike Ride, running from Uzvaras Park to Pasta Island, free of charge for all participants. The event is organized by the Junda creative center and Jelgava's regional Tourism Center.

Zemgales Ziņas · 7 Sept, 09:10

Why some Latvian residents choose not to vote

A new episode of the podcast «Кейс» examines why young people, low-income residents and part of the Russian-speaking community vote less often in Latvia, leaving their views underrepresented. The program explores the reasons behind this political disengagement.

LSM (rus) · 7 Sept, 09:09

Valka women's choir "Ziemeļstīga" opens membership for September

The women's choir "Ziemeļstīga" from Valka municipality is inviting new members to join throughout September as it begins its 15th anniversary season. Sign-ups take place at Monday rehearsals at the Valka Culture Centre.

Ziemeļlatvija · 7 Sept, 09:09

Development of SPORTA 2 quarter in Riga begins first phase

Riga has launched the first phase of the SPORTA 2 multifunctional district development project, which includes building a new office building and upgrading the surrounding area. Future phases envisage residential buildings, a hotel and expanded leisure options.

Jauns.lv · 7 Sept, 09:07

Lielvārde's young floorball players take silver at Mily Latvian Cup

Lielvārde's youth floorball team lost the final to Kocēni on penalty shots, finishing second in a ten-team Latvian Cup tournament.

OgreNet · 7 Sept, 08:11

Jelgava to host free Nordic walking outings this autumn

Residents of Jelgava are invited to three free Nordic walking outings this autumn, organized by the city's Social Affairs Department. Advance registration is required.

Zemgales Ziņas · 7 Sept, 08:10

Cost of mothballing Rail Baltica bridge span and pier in the Daugava estimated at €81,414

Latvia's Transport Ministry has submitted a report estimating that preparing a conservation project for a Rail Baltica bridge span and its pier in the Daugava River would cost €81,414 including VAT.

TVNET · 7 Sept, 08:10

Coalition's honeymoon ends after 100 days, tensions rise between PM and ministers

After the government's first hundred days in office, the honeymoon period within Latvia's ruling coalition appears to be over, with growing disagreements — often expressed in sharp public rhetoric — between Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs and ministers from other coalition parties.

LSM (rus) · 7 Sept, 08:09

Over €81,000 needed to preserve unfinished Rail Baltica overpass in Riga

Latvia's Transport Ministry has submitted a report proposing €81,414 in funding to prepare a preservation plan for the unfinished Rail Baltica overpass across the Daugava river. Full bridge construction remains on hold pending further financing.

Jauns.lv · 7 Sept, 08:08

Daugavpils seeks to revive unfinished overpass project, costs could reach €45 million

Daugavpils municipality has reopened work on a decade-old road overpass project whose second phase could cost up to €45 million to build. Funding has not yet been secured.

LSM · 7 Sept, 08:07

Rain to return by Tuesday after a briefly drier start to the week in Latvia

Latvia's weather remains changeable and rainy, with new cyclone activity set to bring several precipitation zones across the country through the week while temperatures stay relatively mild.

BNN · 7 Sept, 08:06