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PS exige à CMF intervenção urgente para garantir a segurança na Praça do Carmo
Politics

PS demands urgent intervention from CMF to ensure safety in Carmo Square

The Socialist Party demands demanded that the Funchal City Council take urgent action at Carmo Square to address the problems of insecurity, vandalism and criminality affecting the area, at a time when these issues are becoming increasingly pressing for residents and visitors.

SAPO27/08/26, 15:50
Boeing C17 da Royal Canadian Air Force no Aeroporto da MadeiraPhoto by Amar Preciado on Pexels
World

Boeing C17 of the Royal Canadian Air Force at Madeira Airport

A Boeing C17 from the Royal Canadian Air Force was spotted and photographed this afternoon at Madeira Airport by contributor José Luís Sousa Freitas, who writes in the "Forum" section dedicated to aviation. The aircraft departed around 4:30 PM from the Madeiran airport, and the photograph was shared with aircraft enthusiasts.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 15:44
Kochorashvili despede-se do Sporting rumo ao SevilhaPhoto by Ahmed ؜ on Pexels
Sports

Kochorashvili says goodbye to Sporting heading to Sevilla

Georgian international footballer Kochorashvili left Sporting this summer season and will represent Sevilla, in Spain, after a farewell at Alvalade.

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo27/08/26, 15:38
Alverca sem vitórias, Santa Clara invictoPhoto by Jose Cruz on Pexels
Sports

Alverca without victories, Santa Clara unbeaten

Santa Clara traveled to Alverca with a streak of two consecutive 1-0 victories and with an unbeaten goal record, while the home team had accumulated only one point in three games. The match was scheduled for Saturday at 3:30 PM.

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo27/08/26, 15:33
Machico Classic Car Fest reúne 170 viaturas clássicas no próximo domingo
Entertainment

Machico Classic Car Fest brings together 170 classic cars next Sunday

The Machico Classic Car Fest will take place next Sunday, August 30th, in Madeira, bringing together 170 classic and pre-classic vehicles up to 1993. The event, organized by the group 'Domingo Clássico Madeira' with the support of the Machico Parish Council, reaches its 9th consecutive edition and will run between 11am and 5pm, featuring the oldest specimen at the event.

dnoticias.pt27/08/26, 15:32
Iyad Mohamed troca o Casa Pia pelo PortsmouthPhoto by djgoku on Pexels
Sports

Iyad Mohamed moves from Casa Pia to Portsmouth

Iyad Mohamed, a 25-year-old midfielder, leaves Casa Pia to join Portsmouth, an English club. The player, who played for the geese over the past two seasons, made 35 appearances and scored one goal before completing this transfer.

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo27/08/26, 15:22
Canoagem: Bernardo Pereira sagra-se campeão europeu sub-23 de Ocean Racing em BrestPhoto by Ricardo_Braghi on Pexels
Sports

Canoeing: Bernardo Pereira crowned under-23 European champion of Ocean Racing in Brest

Bernardo Pereira, athlete from Clube Naval da Calheta, became the under-23 European champion in Ocean Racing in the SS1 event of the 2026 Paddle Europe Ocean Racing Championships, held in Brest. The victory of the Madeiran representative once again highlighted the region in the international kayaking scene, according to the Madeira Regional Kayaking Association.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 15:21
Governo Regional da Madeira lamenta o falecimento de Ignatius Severiano Ferreira em Trinidad e Tobago
World

Regional Government of Madeira laments the passing of Ignatius Severiano Ferreira in Trinidad and Tobago

The Regional Government of Madeira expressed deep sorrow at the death of Ignatius Severiano Ferreira in Trinidad and Tobago. Through the Regional Directorate for Communities and External Cooperation, the Madeiran executive remembered the son of Madeirans as a distinguished leader of the Portuguese community in that territory and an exemplary representative of Portugal and Madeira.

SAPO27/08/26, 15:18
JPP lamenta chumbo da sua proposta para “proteger o mar do Funchal”Photo by Flávia Vicentini on Pexels
Politics

JPP regrets rejection of its proposal to "protect the sea of Funchal"

JPP lamented the rejection of their proposal at the Funchal City Council, which aimed to enhance, protect and bring the population closer to the Madeiran sea. Presented by councilors António Trindade and Inácio Silva, the initiative was rejected by the PSD/CDS majority, whom JPP councilors accused of demonstrating "lack of ambition towards one of the region's greatest natural heritage" assets.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 15:13
Dinheiro da taxa turística financia nova viatura de recolha do lixo na Calheta
Politics

Tourist tax money funds new garbage collection vehicle in Calheta

The Municipal Council of Calheta invested 140 thousand euros, from the tourist tax, in the purchase of a new vehicle for the solid waste collection service. With this acquisition, the council now has ten operational vehicles and already has an 11th vehicle purchased awaiting delivery.

SAPO Notícias27/08/26, 15:07
PS exige à CMF que garanta urgentemente a segurança na Praça do CarmoPhoto by Youssef Samuil on Pexels
Politics

PS demands that CMF urgently ensure security at Praça do Carmo

The PS councilor on the Funchal City Council demanded that the municipality carry out urgent intervention at Praça do Carmo to combat the acts of vandalism and delinquency that occur in the area and guarantee the safety of citizens. The demand was made at the council meeting this Thursday, where a citizen also testified about the problematic situation in the square.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 15:06
Madeirense Beatriz Barros assina pelo Clube de Andebol de Leça da Palmeira
Sports

Madeira-born Beatriz Barros signs for Leça da Palmeira Handball Club

18-year-old Madeiran handball player Beatriz Barros has signed for Clube de Andebol de Leça da Palmeira for the 2026/2027 season. A Portuguese international at under-16 and under-18 levels, having recently participated in the World Championship in the category, the pivot continues her career at the northern club after several years at Madeira Andebol SAD and CD Bartolomeu Perestrelo, her formative club, in a move also motivated by the continuation of her academic studies outside of Madeira.

dnoticias.pt27/08/26, 15:05
Um dos maiores aviões militares de carga aterrou hoje no Aeroporto da Madeira
World

One of the largest military cargo aircraft landed today at Madeira Airport

A Royal Canadian Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster landed this afternoon at Madeira Airport, coming from Porto. The reason for the stopover in the Region has not yet been revealed. This military cargo aircraft is one of the largest cargo planes in the world, with a capacity of 77 tons, capable of transporting vehicles, helicopters, cargo pallets and troops. The aircraft has four engines and measures about 53 meters in length and wingspan.

dnoticias.pt27/08/26, 14:51
PS exige à CMF intervenção urgente para garantir a segurança na Praça do Carmo
Politics

PS demands urgent intervention from CMF to ensure safety in Carmo Square

The Socialist Party demanded that the Funchal City Council urgently intervene in Carmo Square to combat the growing insecurity, vandalism and criminality in the area. Socialist councilor Rui Caetano warned that the situation has been getting significantly worse, with drug use and trafficking, prostitution and disturbances, classifying the reality as "shameful" and that it transforms people's lives "into a real hell."

dnoticias.pt27/08/26, 14:50
Treinador do HSV quer Fábio Vieira de voltaPhoto by Franco Monsalvo on Pexels
Sports

HSV coach wants Fábio Vieira back

O Treinador do HSV, Merlin Polzin, manifestou publicamente o desejo de ver o médio português Fábio Vieira de regresso ao clube de Hamburgo. O negócio encontra-se ainda numa fase preliminar, limitado ao plano das intenções, sem que tenham sido revelados valores ou termos concretos da possível transferência.

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo27/08/26, 14:42
CMF aprova Plano de Pormenor de Reabilitação Urbana do CarmoPhoto by M C on Pexels
Politics

CMF approves Detailed Plan for Urban Rehabilitation of Carmo

The Detailed Plan for Urban Rehabilitation of Carmo was approved today at a City Council Meeting and now goes to the Municipal Assembly. The Vice-President of the Funchal City Council indicated that the plan will allow the urban requalification of that central and historic area of the city, with municipal intervention.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 14:39
Victor Teixeira actua no Museu Etnográfico no ciclo 'Ilha Secreta'
Entertainment

Victor Teixeira performs at the Ethnographic Museum in the 'Secret Island' cycle

Madeiran musician Victor Teixeira is the protagonist of the second concert in the 'Ilha Secreta - Fachos de Música' cycle, which takes place on Saturday, August 29, at 6 pm, at the Etnographic Museum of Madeira, in Ribeira Brava. The artist will present a repertoire dedicated to traditional chordophones of the Autonomous Region, as part of a project that promotes intimate chamber music concerts in historic spaces, keeping the location and artist secret, promoted by Bicho d'Pêssego - Madeira Cultural Association.

dnoticias.pt27/08/26, 14:36
Ministro da Administração Interna na Madeira a 1 de Setembro para aniversário da PSPPhoto by Nascimento Jr. on Pexels
Politics

Minister of Internal Administration in Madeira on September 1st for PSP anniversary

The Minister of Internal Administration will be present in Madeira on September 1, 2026 to participate in the celebrations of the 148th anniversary of the Regional Command of the Public Security Police of Madeira, which marks the date of the establishment of the Civil Police Commissioner's Office in Funchal on September 1, 1878.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 14:31
GR lamenta falecimento de Ignatius Severiano Ferreira em Trinidad e TobagoPhoto by Alexander Mass on Pexels
World

GR mourns passing of Ignatius Severiano Ferreira in Trinidad and Tobago

The Regional Government of Madeira expressed deep sorrow upon the passing of Ignatius Severiano Ferreira, a son of Madeirans who was a distinguished leader of the Portuguese community in Trinidad and Tobago and an exemplary representative of Portugal and Madeira in that territory. The Regional Directorate for Communities and External Cooperation paid tribute to his life and legacy, recognizing his important role in the Madeiran diaspora in the Caribbean.

Funchal Notícias27/08/26, 14:20
Governo Regional da Madeira lamenta o falecimento de Ignatius Severiano Ferreira em Trinidad e Tobago
World

Regional Government of Madeira mourns the passing of Ignatius Severiano Ferreira in Trinidad and Tobago

The Regional Government of Madeira expressed deep regret over the passing of Ignatius Severiano Ferreira, son of Madeirans who stood out as a leader of the Portuguese community in Trinidad and Tobago and as an exemplary representative of Portugal and Madeira in that territory. His life is described as an extraordinary testimony of dedication, perseverance, and success, having begun from a modest family of Madeiran emigrants.

dnoticias.pt27/08/26, 14:18