The new large school in Desenzano is nearing completion and is set to be ready by September 2024. However, the transfer of over 500 students from the current Catullo middle school, located on Via Pace, is scheduled for January, with the move planned during the Christmas holidays. Although Giovanni Maiolo, the councilor for Public Works,…
Two girls were rescued by firefighters after becoming stranded on Mount Pizzocolo in the municipality of Toscolano Maderno on July 31, 2024. During their hike, the young women lost track of time and found themselves in trouble when darkness fell, making it impossible to return to the valley without proper equipment. Alarmed by the situation,…
Two alcohol thieves were arrested in Colombare di Sirmione after a chase on July 30, 2024. The pair, consisting of homeless foreigners, were already under surveillance by the local police and were caught while exiting a supermarket with five stolen bottles of alcohol valued at a total of €8,000. Despite fleeing on stolen bicycles, the…
The paving work on the Gardesana road is set to begin on the evening of Thursday, August 1, and will conclude on the morning of Friday, August 2. The work, carried out by Anas Lombardia, will focus on the stretch between Gardone Riviera and Toscolano Maderno, extending to the border with Gargnano, with the aim…
In Manerba del Garda, a joint operation by law enforcement led to the issuance of 16 fines of €250 each for unauthorized nudism at the Rocca, a location popular among naturists. The intervention, which took place on July 31, 2024, was coordinated by the local police, the Financial Police, and the Coast Guard, in response…
Two homeless citizens from Central Europe were arrested in Sirmione after stealing bottles of alcohol from a supermarket. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when the two criminals were spotted trying to flee on two stolen bicycles. Local police and Carabinieri immediately initiated a chase, which ended with the arrest of the suspects in Colombare….
A serious road accident occurred this morning around 10:45 on the A4 motorway, between Sirmione and Desenzano heading towards Brescia. The incident involved two heavy vehicles and a car, resulting in severe injuries to one of the occupants, who was extracted from the wreckage and airlifted in critical condition. Four ambulances, a medical car, and…
In Desenzano del Garda, signs of a crisis in the short-term rental sector are emerging, with 96 vacation homes still available for the week of Ferragosto— a concerning figure compared to last year when all properties were fully booked. Carlo Claverini, president of the Desenzano Holiday association, anticipates that many of the 336 new apartments…
Tourism operators around Lake Garda are expressing significant concerns regarding the Garda Cycle Path project, particularly the section between Salò and Gargnano. The Consortium of Hotels on the Riviera of Garda, along with other local associations, has sent a letter to the Region requesting a hearing in the Mobility Commission. The president of Gardone Europa,…
Italy, along with other countries in the EU39 area, has been experiencing a significant increase in FTTH (Fiber to the Home) coverage in recent months. According to the latest report from the FTTH Market Panorama, fiber coverage in Italy has risen considerably, potentially ensuring better connectivity for a large segment of the population. However, the…