Latvia & nearby (94)

One pedestrian killed in Kurzeme car crash

On Thursday, 124 traffic accidents were recorded across Latvia, killing one person and injuring ten others, the State Police reported. Among the dead was a pedestrian killed in a crash in the Kurzeme region.

Apollo.lv · 2 Oct, 09:22

Winners announced in Ventspils 2026 photo contest

Winners of a photography contest organized by the Ventspils Tourism Information Centre were honored at the Pārventa Library, where an exhibition of the best entries also opened. This year's contest drew 29 photographers submitting 644 images, with 42 selected for the exhibition.

Jauns.lv · 2 Oct, 09:21

Lithuania among EU leaders in housing price growth

Housing prices in Lithuania rose 14.3% over the past year, one of the EU's fastest increases, while Latvia saw 11.4% growth and Estonia 5.8%.

LRT English · 2 Oct, 09:21

Ogre municipality residents: specific candidates matter more than parties in elections

Residents of Ogre municipality have shared views on the Saeima election process, with some favoring simpler online voting and others stressing that supporting specific candidates matters more than party choice. Their main hope for the new Saeima is a higher standard of living and more sensible tax policy.

OgreNet · 2 Oct, 09:21

Despite harsh winter, Dobele horticulture institute harvests good quince crop

The Institute of Horticulture in Dobele has harvested around four tonnes of flowering quince fruit this year despite severe winter frosts damaging part of its plantings. The institute also plans to submit a new variety for registration.

Zemgales Ziņas · 2 Oct, 09:20

Environment service: oil residue washed up on Latvian coast likely leaked from a ship

Latvia's State Environmental Service says oil products found on the Kurzeme coastline were likely released from a ship, after lab analysis ruled out an older, historical pollution source.

LSM · 2 Oct, 08:26

Baltic officials urge calm as Western media sounds alarm over Russia

While Western media and intelligence services warn of a possible Russian attack on the Baltic states, Baltic officials are urging calm, even as Lithuania tightens restrictions on Russian and Belarusian citizens.

LRT English · 2 Oct, 08:24

Darker autumn evenings prompt a home-security check

As daylight hours shrink, unnoticed break-in attempts become easier, so experts recommend reviewing household safety habits and considering alarm systems. Security firm GRIFS AG is running a special October offer for new customers.

Jauns.lv · 2 Oct, 08:23

Ten Latvian cyclists to compete at European Road Cycling Championships

Ten Latvian cyclists, led by team leader Toms Skujiņš, will compete at this week's UEC European Road Cycling Championships in Slovenia, held over five days around Ljubljana.

Ziemeļlatvija · 2 Oct, 08:21

Oil pollution off Kurzeme coast: lab results rule out historic source, suspicion turns to a ship

Laboratory analysis commissioned by Latvia's State Environmental Service shows the oil pollution found along the Kurzeme coast consists mainly of light petroleum products rather than being historic contamination as initially suspected. Authorities are now trying to identify a ship that may have illegally discharged oil into the sea.

Latvijas Avīze · 2 Oct, 08:20

Four conscripts fined €100 for missing mandatory State Defense Service checks

The Military Police of the National Armed Forces has fined four young men called up for State Defense Service €100 each for failing to appear at mandatory checks without a valid excuse.

Delfi · 2 Oct, 08:20

Tartu University Hospital scales back construction plans amid funding shortage

Tartu University Hospital has reduced the scope of the next construction phase at the Maarjamõisa medical campus due to a lack of funds. The new building S is still planned, but demolition of building F, which houses cardiology departments, has been postponed for now.

ERR (rus) · 2 Oct, 08:20

Grower in Ape delights in autumn's chrysanthemum bloom

In the Ape municipality, Baiba Simkeviča has grown multi-flowered chrysanthemums in her greenhouse for five years, and this September her plants reached their most vibrant blooming period.

Ziemeļlatvija · 2 Oct, 07:25

Stricter pre-election agitation ban in force on Friday and Saturday

On October 2–3, distributing pre-election campaign materials in public spaces, press and broadcast media is banned, the anti-corruption bureau KNAB says. Violations can also be reported anonymously.

Delfi · 2 Oct, 07:23

Latgale election commissions ready to act even under an orange air-threat alert

Election commissions in Latgale have developed a response plan to keep voting running at polling stations even if an orange warning about a threat to airspace is declared.

LSM (rus) · 2 Oct, 07:22

When smoking can cost you a fine in Jelgava

Jelgava municipal police explain where smoking is banned and what fines apply, as a study shows roughly one in six cigarette butts in the city is disposed of incorrectly.

Zemgales Ziņas · 2 Oct, 07:21

Thick fog blankets parts of Latvia on Friday morning, air to warm to +21°C by day

Dense fog with reduced visibility has formed in many parts of Latvia on Friday morning, while daytime temperatures are expected to reach +21°C.

TVNET · 2 Oct, 07:21

Tallinn Prepares Independent Financial Analysis of Lasnamäe Pool Project

Tallinn has not yet conducted a legal analysis on whether its planned payment of up to €20 million for a swimming pool concession in Lasnamäe complies with EU state aid rules, and is now preparing a tender for an independent financial review.

ERR (rus) · 2 Oct, 07:21

Weekend to Bring Last Warmth Up to 20°C Before Weather Turns

Latvia will see dry weather with temperatures up to 20°C on Friday and Saturday, but a cyclone will bring cooler, rainier conditions next week.

BNN · 2 Oct, 06:23

Latvian youth show interest in politics but rarely turn out to vote

Ahead of Latvia's 15th Saeima election, experts say young people engage actively with political topics yet vote at noticeably lower rates than older generations. Educators argue civic participation must be built systematically well before a young person turns 18.

Žurnāls Ir · 2 Oct, 06:22

Jelgava residents share expectations for Latvia's new 15th Saeima

Ahead of the 15th Saeima elections, prominent Jelgava residents share their hopes and concerns in a survey, ranging from decision-making capacity to healthcare and the economy. Voting takes place on October 3, with early in-custody voting available October 1–2.

Zemgales Ziņas · 2 Oct, 06:22

September in Latvia was the wettest in eight years

This year's September in Latvia was the coolest since 2022 and the wettest since 2017, meteorological data show. Priekuļi recorded its wettest September on record.

Bauskas Dzīve · 2 Oct, 06:22

33 years since Latvia's first post-independence Saeima elections

In 1993, most Latvian citizens voted in parliamentary elections for the first time in their lives, after a 62-year gap. LSM looks back at this historic moment and invites readers to test their knowledge of it.

LSM · 2 Oct, 06:21

Large, potentially hazardous dump site discovered within Ventspils city limits

In a wooded, marshy area near Mauru Road in northeastern Ventspils, a sizeable unauthorized waste dump has accumulated over the years, including asbestos-containing debris and fish industry waste, according to the State Environmental Service.

TVNET · 2 Oct, 05:25

Fact-check: Does PM Kulbergs' criticism of NGO funding hold up?

TVNET's "Faktomāts" project examines a dispute sparked by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' remarks on state funding for non-governmental organizations, questioning whether NGOs are truly a burden on the state budget.

Apollo.lv · 2 Oct, 05:25

Politicians' scandals before elections: will they sway voters?

Shortly before the elections, several political parties have been hit by scandals that led to two people being expelled from their parties — yet both remain on the ballot. Political scientists are debating whether this will affect the election outcome.

Delfi · 2 Oct, 04:30

Complete fishing ban takes effect on Latvia's salmon rivers from October 1

Latvia's Nature Conservation Agency has launched intensified patrols on salmon rivers to protect spawning salmon and trout, with criminal liability and damages of up to 715 euros per fish for illegal catches.

Latvijas Avīze · 2 Oct, 04:26

Latvian parliament bans public broadcaster from regular Russian-language content

Latvia's Saeima has passed a law effectively ending regular Russian-language content production by public broadcaster LSM, with exceptions only for emergencies. The law takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Meduza · 2 Oct, 04:26

Police search for missing man last seen in Koknese

Latvian police are searching for Andrejs Fjodorovs-Maksimovs, born in 1970, who left his home in Koknese on October 1 and has not returned since.

Jauns.lv · 2 Oct, 03:25

Election chief: Latvia ready for crisis scenarios ahead of parliamentary vote

A day before Latvia's 15th Saeima elections, Central Election Commission chairman Māris Zviedris discussed preparedness and crisis response on the 'Spried ar Delfi' programme. In the first four days of advance voting, 7.44% of eligible voters had already cast ballots.

Delfi · 2 Oct, 02:20

Daugavpils to rebuild Vienības Bridge, but heavy trucks barred from temporary crossing

The Daugavpils municipality has signed a contract to rebuild the Vienības Bridge over two construction seasons, with a temporary bridge planned that heavy vehicles will not be allowed to use.

Jauns.lv · 2 Oct, 01:28

New logic test: can you solve all ten sequences to the end?

Latvian outlet "Latvijas Avīze" has published a test featuring 10 logic sequences that grow progressively harder. Only a few manage to complete all ten correctly.

Latvijas Avīze · 2 Oct, 01:25

Rinkēvičs meets with Trump during UN General Assembly week

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met and spoke briefly with US President Donald Trump during the UN General Assembly week in New York. Rinkēvičs thanked Trump for his hospitality and praise of Latvia.

Delfi · 2 Oct, 00:24

Pre-election silence period begins ahead of Saeima vote

From October 2 until the 15th Saeima election day on October 3, distribution of pre-election campaign materials in public spaces is banned, the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) reports.

LSM · 2 Oct, 00:22