October 22, 2024, marks the beginning of a busy week for the writer and journalist from L’Aquila, Goffredo Palmerini. The author, known for his connection to Lake Garda, will be involved in cultural events taking place in Desenzano del Garda, Milan, and Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro. Book Presentation in Desenzano The first event will…
The Municipality of Bardolino has announced a **day dedicated to flu vaccinations**, scheduled for Thursday, October 31, 2024. This initiative, part of the 2024 FLU VACCINATION CAMPAIGN, will take place at the General Medicine Medical Office and will be open to all citizens without the need for prior booking. The event will be held at…
The new fishing regulations for Lake Garda have come into effect, as published in the Official Bulletin of the Lombardy Region. Among the main changes is the introduction of the “catch card” and the fishing logbook, tools designed to monitor catches and the presence of anglers. The rules also establish specific prohibitions for different species:…
The mid and upper Garda area has recently been inundated with wooden debris due to the flooding of the Sarca River, the main tributary of the lake. Images show a vast area of the lake in front of the town of Limone, where the water has taken on a muddy color and appears river-like on…
In Gargnano, the facade of the Church of San Tommaso in Villa has been defaced by a Palestinian flag painted by unknown individuals. This incident, which occurred in recent days, has drawn condemnation from the parish priest, Don Carlo Moro, who emphasized that this is not an appropriate way to express solidarity. The church has…
Approximately 500 citizens of Desenzano participated yesterday afternoon, October 12, in a demonstration in Piazza Malvezzi to defend the local hospital, organized by the committee “Let’s Keep the Hospital of Desenzano on Montecroce.” The protesters expressed their opposition to the construction of a new hospital, as outlined in regional and ASST plans, instead calling for…
Lost items on Lake Garda: an unexpected treasure In recent months, the lost property offices of the municipalities around Lake Garda have accumulated a wide variety of lost items, including keys, mobile phones, wallets, and even stolen bicycles. Among the most curious discoveries are a damaged drone found in Bardolino and a wheelchair left behind…
On October 12, 2024, the new Equestrian Unit of the Civil Protection of Basso Garda was officially presented in Desenzano, marking the first of its kind in the province. This group, already operational, has completed its first exercise in Padenghe and is equipped with four horses, all owned by the volunteers. The unit is led…
A nearly one-kilometer-long island of debris has been spotted off the shores of Manerba on Lake Garda, due to the heavy rains that have affected the region in recent days. This accumulation of waste has been carried south by the current and mainly originates from the Sarca River and its tributaries. Local authorities have advised…
In Manerba, a mural created by the children of the Don Angelo Merici kindergarten was inaugurated at the local social center. The artwork, measuring 12 meters in length and 2 meters in height, represents the union between generations, with the tagline “With the wisdom of grandparents, we will soar far” emphasizing its significance. The project…