A driver made a fortunate escape from his car on Friday night, while trying to turn around on a ramp in Faro dock. His car suddenly became afloat. (see video)

After more than two years of wearing masks, the DGS announced on Friday 22nd April that masks are no longer required in schools, restaurants, shops, sporting venues, music venues and other similar locations. 

Portuguese prosecutors said on Thursday a man had been formally identified as a suspect in the disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann 15 years ago.

Yesterday morning, an armed man robbed a bank in the city of Faro, located just a few metres from the Faro Court and police station, and then fled with the assistance of a waiting getaway driver.

The president of Turismo do Algarve has estimated that the Portuguese MotoGP Grand Prix 2022 this weekend, Friday to Sunday in Portimão, could generate a direct and indirect return of around 50 million euros for the country.

A fire that broke out yesterday in a dry area of ​​the port of Olhão consumed six sailboats, and damaged a seventh vessel which was close by, also on land.

This afternoon, 20th of April, at 4:00 pm, Miguel Oliveira will arrive at the Riverside Zone of Portimão, no doubt once again to a warm welcome from his supporters.

Citizens of non-EU countries, including those who hold blue Gibraltar residence cards, are being refused entry to Spain unless they provide evidence of travel and hotel reservations.