The second phase of the project “Why Tourism” continues, focusing on the social impact of tourism in Garda Trentino, a crucial aspect for the local economy and the life of the community. In collaboration with TSM, Trentino School of Management, and the Department of Economics at the University of Trento, the Apt has initiated new…
A tragic femicide in Castelnuovo occurred when a 41-year-old man, Douglas Reis Pedroso, killed his wife, Jessica Custodia de Lima Stapazzollo, aged 33, by inflicting multiple stab wounds in their apartment. The murder took place in a context of domestic violence, with the victim having previously reported mistreatment, although she later withdrew her complaint. The…
A tragic **femicide** occurred in **Castelnuovo del Garda** on the night of September 22-23, when Reis Pedroso Douglas, a 41-year-old Brazilian citizen, killed his wife Jessica Stapazzollo Custodio de Lima, aged 33, by inflicting multiple stab wounds inside their home. The man, already known for previous incidents of **domestic violence**, had removed the electronic bracelet…
The Padenghe Half Marathon was officially announced at a press conference held last Saturday at the town hall of Padenghe sul Garda. The race, scheduled for Sunday, November 2, 2025, will serve as the FIDAL regional championship and will feature athletes from various categories. Organized by the Polisportiva Vighenzi with the support of the municipality…
A tragic femicide has occurred in Castelnuovo del Garda, where a man stabbed his wife to death inside their home on Via Silvio Pellico. The incident took place this morning, and the perpetrator was immediately arrested by the carabinieri after the body of the victim, a Brazilian woman, was found lifeless. The victim had previously…
A serious murder shook Lonato del Garda on October 2, when Dolores Dori, 43, was shot three times inside a nomad camp. The woman died a few hours after being abandoned in front of the hospital in Desenzano. Investigations revealed a possible “settling of scores” between families linked to personal issues, as the victim’s relatives…
Two fleeing thieves violently assaulted police officers in Calcinato, dragging them along the asphalt during an attempted arrest. The incident occurred in recent days when investigators from the State Police’s “Mobile Squad” spotted a suspicious vehicle moving slowly through the city center. When ordered to stop, the two individuals—a 22-year-old Albanian and a 43-year-old irregular…
The Lions Club Sirmione has recently welcomed eleven young members into the new Leo Club Sirmione Catullo, during an event held at the “Dogana” restaurant in Lugana. The ceremony, which marked the official inauguration of the club, was attended by prominent figures such as Maria Carmela Iacono, president of the Sirmione Lions Club, and Daniela…
Luxury tourism on Lake Garda is experiencing significant growth, with Brazil emerging as one of the key emerging markets. According to data provided by Visit Brescia, 14,700 Brazilian arrivals are expected in 2024, marking a 32% increase, along with over 33,900 overnight stays, which represents a 27% rise. This expansion is supported by a growing…
Visit Brescia has launched a new strategy to attract tourists from Brazil, an emerging market with significant potential for local tourism. From October 25 to 29, the Brescia Destination Management Organization hosted ten Brazilian buyers, including tour operators and travel agencies specializing in the luxury segment, for a tour of the city and its province….