Latvia & nearby
Latvian Television launches program series on party platforms ahead of Saeima elections
Latvian Television has launched a series called "Party in Focus" to help voters learn about the platforms of parties competing in the 15th Saeima elections. The second episode focuses on the party "Latvijas attīstībai" (For Latvia's Development).
LSM · 4 Sept, 21:07
Closure of Grīva Prison in Daugavpils to also cost local businesses their workforce
Grīva Prison in Daugavpils is set to close by the end of the year, with inmates transferred to other facilities. The closure will also affect local entrepreneurs who employ prisoners as laborers.
LSM (rus) · 4 Sept, 20:10
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Liepāja police unit chief demoted after officer's drunk-driving crash
Latvia's State Police announced that a unit chief in Liepāja has been demoted following recent violations, including a crash caused by an intoxicated police officer. The move comes as a response to repeated misconduct within the department.
Apollo.lv · 4 Sept, 19:11
Saeima unveils plaque honoring State Award recipients
A memorial plaque listing the names of Statehood Award recipients was unveiled on Friday at the Saeima building, near the Baltic Hall. It honors people whose everyday work goes beyond duty and serves as inspiration to others.
LSM · 4 Sept, 19:10
Narva ousts head of municipal housing agency Narva Linnaelamu, Aleksandr Pahomov
The supervisory board of Narva's municipal housing agency Narva Linnaelamu has removed board member Aleksandr Pahomov after finding irregularities in financial documents. A competition for a new head will be announced.
ERR (rus) · 4 Sept, 19:09
Latvian Bishops' Conference calls for prayer on September 12 to protect Latvia from war
The Latvian Bishops' Conference has declared September 12 a Day of Prayer and Penance, asking the faithful to pray for Latvia's protection from war. A nine-day novena will precede the observance.
Jauns.lv · 4 Sept, 19:08
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Six preschool children bitten by unsupervised dogs in Ādaži municipality
Six children from a preschool in Ādaži were bitten by unsupervised dogs during a walk. The local municipality reported the incident on Facebook.
TVNET · 4 Sept, 18:11
Podcast reviews first 100 days of Kulbergs' government
An LSM podcast broadcast on September 2 brought together Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs and coalition and opposition politicians to discuss the government's first 100 days in office, with independent experts also weighing in.
LSM · 4 Sept, 18:10
Andžejs Kaševskis appointed as Kulbergs' adviser on EU affairs
Experienced diplomat Andžejs Kaševskis has this week become the new EU affairs adviser to Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, the State Chancellery has announced.
Delfi · 4 Sept, 18:08
Latvia's Security Service searches Mnogoknig bookstore chain sites
Latvia's State Security Service conducted searches at four locations linked to the Mnogoknig bookstore chain over suspicion of sanctions violations, detaining one person who was remanded in custody.
ERR (rus) · 4 Sept, 17:13
LSM compiles events for Ukrainians in Latvia from September 4 to 13
LSM's Russian-language edition has published a weekly roundup of events aimed at Ukrainians living in Latvia, covering the period from September 4 to 13.
LSM (rus) · 4 Sept, 17:11
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Police seek man over incident on Riga's tram No. 7
Latvian State Police are asking the public for help identifying a man linked to an incident on tram No. 7 on September 2. An administrative violation case has been opened over the matter.
Apollo.lv · 4 Sept, 16:11
Estonia's fuel prices swing daily as retailer price war becomes 'new norm'
Fuel prices in Estonia are fluctuating more sharply than ever due to an ongoing price war between filling station chains, with local competition now outweighing the impact of global market movements linked to Iran.
ERR News · 4 Sept, 16:10
Century-old oak felled in Tallinn's Kadriorg exposes bureaucratic gap
An old oak near the A. H. Tammsaare Museum in Tallinn's Kadriorg district was cut down, angering local residents who considered it healthy. City officials admit the tree's condition was rated better than an initial assessment found, yet a felling permit was still issued for construction reasons.
ERR (rus) · 4 Sept, 16:07
Lawyer: €10,000 compensation not automatic after CSDD data breach
After a cyberattack on Latvia's road traffic agency CSDD affected around 1.2 million residents, lawyer Edijs Liepiņš explains that a data leak alone does not automatically entitle victims to compensation — it must be proven in court.
Latvijas Avīze · 4 Sept, 15:07
Estonia to sue two more defense firms over contract disputes
Estonia's Center for Defense Investments (RKIK) is preparing to take two more suppliers to court over contracts worth roughly €10 million, following this week's scandal over €70 million paid to Indian firm Datasel for undelivered artillery shells meant for Ukraine.
ERR News · 4 Sept, 14:12
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DNA samples from relatives of Latvians missing in Nepal disaster to be sent to Nepal soon
Latvia's Foreign Ministry will soon send to Nepal DNA samples provided by relatives of all 33 Latvian travelers who went missing in a natural disaster there. This was announced by Edīte Medne, director of the ministry's Consular Department.
Apollo.lv · 4 Sept, 14:11
Nearly two weeks after storm, thousands in Lithuania still without power
Almost two weeks after the destructive storm of August 22, around 2,500 customers in Lithuania still have no electricity. The grid operator has repeatedly pushed back its restoration deadline.
LSM · 4 Sept, 14:06
Journalists' Association Holds Annual «Excellence Award» Ceremony and Conference
On Friday, September 4, the Latvian Association of Journalists is holding its annual «Excellence Award» ceremony along with a conference addressing current issues in Latvian journalism and the media environment.
LSM · 4 Sept, 13:13
Latvian Journalists' Association holds annual conference in Riga
On Friday, September 4, the "Noass" art centre in Riga hosts the Latvian Journalists' Association's annual conference, where media professionals discuss public trust in media and election-period coverage. An excellence awards ceremony for journalism follows the event.
Delfi · 4 Sept, 13:12
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Air Force warns of low-altitude helicopter flights over Sēlija on Friday evening
Latvia's Air Force says low-altitude helicopter flights will take place over the Sēlija region in the southeast on Friday evening, September 4, roughly between 20:00 and 22:00.
Apollo.lv · 4 Sept, 13:11
Rinkēvičs meets Pope Leo XIV in Vatican, invites him to visit Latvia
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs held a private audience with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican on September 4 and invited him to visit Latvia. It was the leaders' first meeting since the pope's election.
Jauns.lv · 4 Sept, 13:09
Narva Language Lyceum director resigns just weeks into the job
Svetlana Raudonen has stepped down as director of Narva Language Lyceum by her own choice after starting the role only on August 24. The city must now again search for a permanent head for the school.
ERR (rus) · 4 Sept, 13:07
Ādaži municipality to raise heating tariffs, Kadaga residents face 30% hike
Company Balteneko has submitted new heat energy tariffs for two boiler houses in Ādaži municipality for approval, with Kadaga facing a roughly 30% increase while Ādaži sees a much smaller rise. The new tariffs could take effect on October 1, 2026.
Jauns.lv · 4 Sept, 12:13
Drivers on the Vidzeme highway face traffic restrictions near Sigulda
Latvian State Roads (LVC) has announced traffic restrictions on the Vidzeme highway (A2) between Sigulda and Augšlīgatne. Drivers are advised to plan accordingly for the affected section.
Apollo.lv · 4 Sept, 12:11
Estonia: longer restraining orders in domestic violence cases show positive results
Estonia's police say a regulation in force since April 17 allowing restraining orders of up to 72 hours in domestic violence cases has reduced repeat incidents, though women's support centres warn psychological abuse is becoming harder to address.
ERR (rus) · 4 Sept, 12:09
Latvia's Security Service Raids Mnogoknig Bookstore Chain Selling Russian-Language Books
Latvia's State Security Service searched four locations of the Mnogoknig bookstore chain on September 3 as part of a criminal case over suspected EU sanctions violations. The chain sells Russian-language literature among other goods.
Meduza · 4 Sept, 12:08
Voļskis: Youth education is the foundation of Latvia's long-term wealth
As the new school year begins in September, it is noted that Latvia's main wealth lies not in natural resources but in its people's knowledge and skills. Sustaining this wealth requires a high-quality, continuous education system.
LSM · 4 Sept, 12:06
Weather in Latvia to turn drier and slightly warmer early next week
Meteorologists forecast that weather conditions in Latvia will improve at the start of next week, becoming drier and a bit warmer.
Apollo.lv · 4 Sept, 11:10
LSM's Latgale desk: new episode of "Local Question" looks at the region's future
LSM's Latgale editorial team has released a new episode of the program "Local Question," examining the region's development prospects after a summer marked by drone incidents and storms. The discussion also touches on finances, risks and politics ahead of upcoming elections.
LSM (rus) · 4 Sept, 11:08
Mežaparks residents take city to court over tree felling for bike infrastructure
Residents of Riga's Mežaparks neighborhood have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn a municipal decision allowing 87 trees to be cut down for new cycling infrastructure. The claim targets Riga City Council's Urban Development Department.
LSM · 4 Sept, 11:06
Elevated E.coli levels found again in Saldus lake, swimming not advised
A repeat water sample from Saldus lake has again shown elevated E.coli bacteria levels, prompting the Health Inspectorate to restrict swimming there. Residents are advised to avoid bathing in the lake for now.
LSM (rus) · 4 Sept, 10:09
Saeima hosts conference marking 35th anniversary of Latvia's restored independence
On Friday, September 4, the Saeima is holding a conference titled "Voices and Echoes of Independence" to mark 35 years since Latvia's independence was fully restored. The event brings together witnesses of the Awakening period, former Supreme Council deputies and international experts.
Delfi · 4 Sept, 10:07
After a rainy weekend, warmer weather returns to Latvia with highs up to +22°C
Meteorologists forecast rain and thunderstorms in Latvia over the first weekend of September, followed by drier and warmer conditions at the start of next week, with temperatures rising to +22°C.
Jauns.lv · 4 Sept, 10:06
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Saturday's 'Namejs' military exercise to restrict traffic on Latgale roads
On Saturday, September 5, the 'Namejs 2026' national defense exercise will lead to temporary closures or restrictions on several state road sections in Latgale, road authority LVC has announced.
TVNET · 4 Sept, 09:11
Kuldīga continues fight against invasive Canadian goldenrod
The Latvian town of Kuldīga is continuing efforts in September to control invasive Canadian goldenrod, a plant that is not poisonous but spreads aggressively and displaces native species. Areas previously cleared of the plant are now used for horse grazing and a walnut orchard.
LSM (rus) · 4 Sept, 09:10