The Santa Cecilia choir of Maderno was in the spotlight on Canale 5 during the Sunday mass on August 4, broadcast live from the Sanctuary of Montecastello in Tignale. After participating in a similar event on July 12 to conclude the retreat week for the bishops of Lombardy, the choir once again delighted the faithful…
In Manerba, naturists have mobilized against the fines they received following a police inspection that resulted in 16 penalties of 250 euros each. Fidenzio Laghi, former president of the Emilia-Romagna Naturist Association (Aner), stated that these measures represent a persecution of the naturist minority and called for increased enforcement to combat public indecency. Laghi argues…
A new project aimed at safeguarding the native bleak fish has been launched between Limone and Riva del Garda. Approximately one million eggs of this now-rare indigenous species have been placed in two aquatic cages in the Val Gola, a protected natural area. The promoters of the project, which include fishing associations and local municipalities,…
The Garda Jazz Festival offers musicians of all levels the opportunity to participate in a workshop led by Andrea Tarozzi, scheduled for August 2nd. This session will focus on the fundamentals of jazz improvisation, an essential element for anyone wishing to explore this musical genre. Workshop Topics During the workshop, participants will have the chance…
The Municipality of Castiglione delle Stiviere (Mn) has made available for consultation the Three-Year Program of Public Works for the period 2025-2027. Interested parties can view the documents on the official website of the Municipality, in the section dedicated to Transparent Administration, under the area related to public works. Program Details The document in question…
Last Sunday, the Musica Riva Festival celebrated its 40th edition with a closing event that drew thousands of spectators to Piazza Tre Novembre in Riva del Garda. The atmosphere was electric as the audience enthusiastically applauded a concert featuring over 120 artists. An Unmissable Concert The evening’s program was highlighted by the performance of Beethoven’s…
A 59-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in Puegnago after colliding with a metal post of a fence surrounding an olive grove while riding on Via Videlle. The incident occurred on August 1, 2024; the man, a resident of the area, lost control of his bicycle and fell to the ground, sustaining severe injuries. Initially conscious…
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…