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«We don't just celebrate a date, we celebrate our people»

Diário de Aveiro28 August 2026 at 08:00

The municipality of Oliveira do Bairro celebrated on June 17 the 23rd anniversary of its elevation to city, a date that marks the achievement of this status since 2001. The celebration featured a ceremony that took place at the Auditorium of the Casa da Cultura.

The event included a tribute ceremony for collaborators and local figures who distinguished themselves through their contribution to the development of the municipality. This ceremony aimed to publicly recognize those who dedicate time and effort to the community.

The Mayor, who presided over the ceremony, highlighted that this date is not just a formal commemoration, but rather an opportunity to celebrate the people who are part of the municipality. The mayor emphasized the importance of recognizing the work of those who contribute daily to the community.

The elevation of Oliveira do Bairro to city happened in June 2001, becoming an important milestone in the history of the municipality and in the affirmation of the region within the district of Aveiro.

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