Two young men were rescued by the Alpine Rescue Service yesterday morning along the trail connecting Fobiola to Passo Spino, between Vobarno and Toscolano Maderno. The individuals, unharmed but stranded in a channel on an exposed ledge at an altitude of about 1200 meters, alerted the rescue teams using the GeoResQ app after realizing they…
On October 31, 2024, Lombardy approved a resolution to provide additional funding to provincial police forces to enhance the control of the wild boar population and combat African swine fever (ASF). A total amount of 600,000 euros will be distributed over the two-year period of 2025-2026, with a fixed allocation of 80,000 euros for each…
The renovation work along the lakeside in Desenzano has been underway for over three weeks and is significantly impacting the historic Feltrinelli beach. The existing promenade has been almost entirely excavated, while the pier will be restored and rebuilt in wood. However, there will no longer be any restrooms or pedal boats, marking the end…
In Desenzano, the installation of new checkpoints for traffic control in the historic center is planned, aiming to reduce unauthorized entries into the restricted traffic zone (ZTL). This initiative, announced by Deputy Mayor Stefano Medioli, will involve cameras capable of reading vehicle license plates and verifying whether drivers possess the necessary permits to access the…
The lavarello, a native fish species of Lake Garda, was spotted for sale at the Tigros supermarket in Ispra, in the province of Varese, on October 29, 2024. This event has raised questions about its actual availability in the lake, where fishermen are reporting a drastic decline in catches due to a ban on restocking….
A serious accident occurred yesterday, November 1st, on the Zebra Plates in the Dro area, where a 40-year-old foreign climber fell approximately 8 meters. The woman was climbing the Rita route when she missed a hold, sustaining serious injuries to her head and back upon impact with the rocks below. The alarm was raised at…
Riva del Garda – The state road 45 bis Gardesana occidentale will be closed to traffic on the night of November 11th to 12th, from 10 PM to 5 AM the following day. The closure affects the section near Capo di Reamol, at the border between Trentino and Lombardy, and is necessary to allow for…
We cannot deny it, scratch cards are among the most beloved pastimes for Italians. For decades, with a simple scratch using a coin, many challenge Lady Luck hoping to receive the kiss of fortune. Despite its relatively recent origins, this game has managed to adapt to the times, evolving from traditional paper tickets to a…
October 31, 2024, marks a day filled with significant events in the province of Brescia. The resumption of restoration work on the SP 9, severely damaged by landslides, has been reported to ensure traffic flow; another landslide has been reported in Gargnano without causing any damage, while the Region has allocated €360,000 for safety measures…
The long weekend of All Saints’ Day brought a significant influx of tourists to the Brescia side of Lake Garda, with a good occupancy rate in accommodation facilities between October 31 and November 3. According to Andrea Maggioni, vice president of Visit Brescia, the lake continues to be a sought-after destination for both Italian and…