September 4
Azores report completion of PRR targets after €221 million increase
The Regional Government says it completed PRR milestones and targets, with €918 million mobilised in the Azores.
News
Current affairs from the nine islands, reported with care.
Featured · September 4
Fishing debris crosses the Atlantic to reach Faial and Pico
Okeanos study links fishing debris found on Faial and Pico to the United States and Canada.
Read moreSão Miguel · September 2
Lagoa gains advanced computing infrastructure for the Azores
Quantum LabAzores opens at NONAGON in Lagoa with advanced computing and quantum emulation.
August 30
Surgical waiting list reaches 13,945 patients in the Azores
In July, 13,945 people were waiting for surgery in the Azores, with an average wait of 498 days.
August 29
Inter-island sea traffic declines in the Azorean summer
Inter-island sea arrivals in the Azores fell 4.5% in July, according to SREA data.
August 29
Health authorities monitor gastroenteritis cases across several Azorean islands
Azores health authority monitors increased gastroenteritis cases, with transmission declining on three islands.
August 24
Azores Airlines sale moves to proposal stage in September
The SATA Group expects to receive proposals from prospective Azores Airlines buyers in September.
August 24
Bird deaths reveal the spread of Newcastle virus in the Azores
Newcastle virus has been identified on six Azorean islands, with hundreds of pigeons and doves found dead.
August 24
Health monitoring intensified in Pico and São Miguel following rise in gastroenteritis cases
The Regional Health Authority has confirmed an unusual rise in gastroenteritis cases in Pico and São Miguel.
August 24
University of the Azores strengthens new-student intake in first round
The University of the Azores placed 566 students in the first higher-education admissions round.
August 14
Regional support funds waste clean-up by eleven local bodies
€36,217 in support will strengthen local waste clean-up actions on Corvo, Graciosa and São Miguel.
August 14
Airport rescue services in the Azores prepare for a 2027 transition
Three fire brigades are expected to end airport rescue services in the Azores in early March 2027.