Sofia
Planned power outages in parts of Sofia on July 28
Due to modernization and maintenance activities of the electricity distribution network, temporary power outages are scheduled in several capital districts on July 28.
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Urban affairs, transport and city hall.
Sofia
Foxes in the Urban Environment: Animals Spotted in Various Parts of Sofia
Citizens are sharing footage of foxes spotted in the courtyard of the NSA, the 'Lagera' residential district, and on 'Slatinska' Street. Experts call for caution and warn against attempts to feed wild animals.
Sofia
Two Kindergartens Against the Need for Dozens: Sofia's Budget Deficit in Education
Deputy Mayor Desislava Zhelyazkova has signaled critically low state funding for new kindergartens in the capital, while other cities receive significantly more funds.
Sofia
New Cycling Route: Gorublyane Will Be Connected to Pancharsko Lake
The Sofia Municipality has launched the construction of a 2.3 km bike lane that will connect the Gorublyane district with Pancharevo. The project includes sports facilities, a pump track, and routes to important spiritual and historical landmarks.
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Sofia becomes a preferred destination: nearly 670 thousand tourists in the first half of the year
While national tourism indicators show a decline, Sofia reports steady growth. In the first six months of the year, the capital welcomed 670 thousand visitors, with a significant surge in tourists from the USA.
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One-day cleaning in Sofia: over 8 tons of waste removed from 'Iztok' and 'Dianabad' neighborhoods
Dozens of volunteers and Sofia Municipality teams joined forces to clean up bulky waste in two Sofia neighborhoods. The result is over 8 tons of hauled garbage.
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Sofia prepares its riverbeds for winter: large-scale cleaning campaign launched
The Sofia Municipality is beginning the cleaning of 170 riverbed sections across the city. With an investment of 1.2 million euros, over 81 kilometers of routes will be covered to reduce the risk of flooding.
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Night pursuit in Sofia ends with a Porsche crash: female driver has 2.31 per mille alcohol
A 24-year-old woman, daughter of a former municipal councilor, has been detained following a police chase and a crash on the Ring Road. A large amount of alcohol was found in the driver.
Sofia
Increased Control Over Trucks in Sofia: 32 Drivers Sanctioned in a Single Day
Police in the capital are intensifying inspections of heavy goods vehicles. Results from the first day show numerous violations – from irregular documents to dangerous maneuvers and poor technical condition of the vehicles.
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Technical failure stops the Sofia – Burgas express train at Iskarsko Shose station
The locomotive of express train No. 3625, traveling towards the Black Sea coast, suffered an accident near Sofia. Passengers had to deal with a delay on the route.
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Tension around Garibaldi Square: Residents and workers in central Sofia complain of improvised camp
Garibaldi Square is becoming a place of constant conflict. Residents and workers in the area are reporting aggression, substance use, and pollution, while the municipality admits to a lack of a mechanism for forced relocation.