Government praises "vision for the future" and "form of delivery" of the Countess of Penha Longa Foundation on its 150th anniversary
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Government praises "vision for the future" and "form of delivery" of the Countess of Penha Longa Foundation on its 150th anniversary

SAPO Notícias8 September 2026 at 14:00

The government praised the "vision for the future" and "form of delivery" of the Countess of Penha Longa Foundation on the occasion of its 150th anniversary. State Secretaries highlighted the institution's social and educational legacy during the celebrations.

The foundation received the Municipal Merit Medal, gold degree, as recognition for the work developed over more than a century and a half of existence.

The institution will also be the subject of a tribute by the Municipal Assembly of Oliveira de Azeméis, reinforcing the regional importance of the foundation for the community.

The anniversary celebrations brought together government representatives who underscored the lasting impact of the foundation in the social and educational areas.

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