A New Zealand monk named Justin Evans has gone missing from a remote monastery on a Scottish island, with concerns raised that he may have suffered from long-term hypothermia. Local officials have noted that the island is not entirely isolated.

Local officials in Santa Cruz town, Occidental Mindoro, are increasing efforts to protect upland ecosystems following renewed indications that the critically endangered tamaraw may still inhabit the area.

Reports indicate growing internal rivalries within the PASTEF political party in Keur Baka, involving two local officials.

The Hvalfjörður Tunnel in Iceland is scheduled for nightly closures over the next seven weeks, prompting criticism from local officials regarding the insufficient notice provided to the public.

ANAFRE, the National Association of Parishes and Municipalities in Portugal, is advocating for autonomy for local officials who made decisions without legal backing after recent storms and are now facing problems with telecommunications companies.

Paragliding activities have officially reopened in Ambaguio skyridge, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines, with local officials and enthusiasts launching the 'Skyridge' take-off site.

In an unusual move to prevent class reductions due to insufficient enrollment, parents and local officials in the French village of Moosch enrolled five young cows in the local kindergarten.

A proposal has been submitted to the Slovak parliament to extend the electoral term for mayors, city mayors, and regional governors by one year, potentially taking effect from the October regional elections.

Local officials in Loreto, Agusan del Sur, have rolled out a fuel subsidy program for tricycle drivers, providing them with the equivalent of seven liters of fuel per week for one month to mitigate rising oil prices.

A malfunction of a pumping station has led to flooding in the Torovica field in Albania, prompting calls from local officials for increased government support for the agricultural sector.

China's Politburo has passed new rules for the work of local Communist Party committees, calling for officials to uphold a "correct view" of political performance.

Gunmen launched an attack in Nigeria's northwestern state of Kebbi, resulting in the deaths of nine Nigerian troops and injuries to several others, according to security sources and local officials.

A video showing US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arresting a woman at San Francisco International Airport in front of her young daughter has sparked widespread outrage from local officials and politicians.

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez made his first public appearance in Leyte's 1st congressional district since the flood control projects controversy, receiving a warm welcome from local officials and residents.

A Swedish citizen and father of young children, residing in Marks kommun, has been executed in Iran, with local officials condemning the act as politically motivated.

A 4.5-magnitude earthquake has jolted Khuzdar in Pakistan's Balochistan province, with local officials confirming no loss of life or property.

A P23.9-million government road project by the DPWH, set to cut through one of Baguio's remaining watersheds, has raised significant alarm among local officials and environmental advocates.

Common toads are waking from winter sleep and migrating for mating, leading to mass casualties on roads, prompting local officials in Szczecin, Poland, to launch rescue efforts for the amphibians.

A Ukrainian missile attack on Russia’s Bryansk killed 6 civilians and injured 37 others, according to local officials.

The reaction of local officials to the closure of obstetrics and gynecology emergency services at Barreiro Hospital is being criticized as a regrettable example of populism.

Armed militants raided a town in northeastern Nigeria on Friday, abducting more than 300 residents, including women and children, according to local officials. The attack happened...

Mariachis and local officials welcomed more than 4,000 tourists aboard the Norweigan Bliss, as normal cruise traffic begins to return to the Pacific port city. The post Puerto Vallarta rolls out the…

Romania's AUR party has issued an internal directive instructing its local elected officials, including mayors and councilors, to submit proposals for reducing local taxes and fees, with specific suggestions regarding gambling establishments.

Local officials in Barreiro, Portugal, are protesting the decision to close the obstetrics and gynecology emergency unit, highlighting that over 16,000 births occurred there between 2014 and 2024.

Jorge Marques, president of the Ajuda Parish Council, is among 12 local officials who signed a letter to Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas, requesting a 'serious institutional dialogue,' accusing the City Council of not viewing parish councils as partners.

Following protests in Bagalkot over the arrest of Hindutva activists, a conciliation peace meeting was held on Saturday with local officials, police, and residents to de-escalate tensions.

A drone attack has caused a fire at an oil refinery located in southern Russia, according to local officials.

Franck Longo, the mayor of Fontaine near Grenoble, is actively challenging drug traffickers in the streets, claiming his methods are effective and advocating for increased powers for local officials and municipal police.

The Nova.rs portal reported that police failed to act on a prosecutor's warrant to arrest the Mayor of Bor, Aleksandar Milikić, and four other local officials on corruption charges, prompting calls for MUP and the prosecutor's office to explain why.

Dragan Đilas, President of the Freedom and Justice Party, describes the police's refusal to act on a prosecutor's order for the arrest of local officials in Bor as a 'classic coup d'état'.

Local officials are investigating violent arrests of high school students protesting ICE in a Pennsylvania town, with witnesses claiming a police chief used a chokehold on a female student.

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A meeting between Polish local government representatives and the national government regarding healthcare problems, including struggling hospitals, did not yield a breakthrough. Local officials plan to submit specific questions to the government by April 15.

The scenic Lake Holon in Tboli, South Cotabato, Philippines, has been temporarily closed to visitors following security concerns and a recent clash in the area, as ordered by local officials.

Conservationists and local officials in Calbiga, Samar, are intensifying efforts to reintroduce the Philippine eagle to the town's mountain forests following positive field assessments.

In Malaysia, foreign loan sharks are reportedly paying runners RM700 to hurl Molotov cocktails at the homes of defaulters, according to local officials.

Questions have arisen regarding the capital city's plans for the former "And 1" premises in Montenegro, with many councilors and deputies reportedly unaware of the concession. The purpose of the building remains unclear to local officials.

Verizon is suing officials in Chilmark, a town on Martha's Vineyard, after they rejected the company's proposal to improve cell service, with local officials stating the plan was not in the town's best interest.

A murder in Esch, Luxembourg, on Saturday has deeply disturbed local officials and residents, with authorities assuring the public that the city remains safe despite the "extremely serious event."

Records are expected to be broken for accredited observers in Kula, Serbia, with 1,600 people observing only 40 polling stations, many from unknown missions registered at the same address and staffed by local officials.

Skopje Mayor Gjorgjievski, alongside local officials, announced the launch of a new parking zone and modern digital services for users of the City Parking enterprise.

Local officials in Loppa, Norway, including the fire chief, mayor, and municipal director, have praised both their own staff and the local population following a major fire in Øksfjord that necessitated the evacuation of the entire town center after a local gas station caught fire.

A motion led by Luísa Salgueiro and 60 local officials is urging the Portuguese Socialist Party (PS) to commit to regionalization and prioritize the long-requested revision of the Local Finance Law at its upcoming Congress.

The municipality of Arruda dos Vinhos is opposing the closure of its obstetrics emergency service, with local officials arguing that concentrating two such services in Loures hospital is "unsuited to the reality of the territory and the needs of the populations."

Wild boars are increasingly becoming a permanent fixture in Polish cities like Bielany, prompting local officials and experts to discuss methods to manage their growing urban presence.

An estimated 400 dogs and 300 cats were on the Lake Hughes property and needed to be rescued, according to local officials

Real estate leaders and local officials in Cyprus participated in a roundtable discussion at the 20th Property Development & Construction Conference & Exhibition. The debate focused on the future of housing in Limassol, addressing local challenges and development strategies.

A bear responsible for clawing two individuals in Monrovia, California, has been euthanized, leaving its two cubs orphaned despite local officials' efforts to relocate the family.

The Italian island of Sardinia is opposing plans by the Meloni government to establish three high-security prisons for Mafia criminals on its territory, with local officials stating they are 'not a penal colony'.

An outdoor center was compelled to rehome its therapy pigs after local officials classified them as 'leisure animals' rather than agricultural, leading to a breach of planning regulations.

The body of a man was discovered in the Nevėžis river in Panevėžys, Lithuania, on Tuesday, prompting an investigation by local officials into the circumstances of his death.

In Tachov, social workers are directly stationed in schools to assist socially disadvantaged students, a program funded by a European grant that local officials praise for its effectiveness.

LIMAY, Bataan — At least 15 employees of the Limay municipal government may face dismissal after testing positive for illegal drugs during a surprise drug screening, local officials said. Limay Mayor Richie Jason David said the 15 employees were among around 350 municipal workers who underwent drug testing conducted last week by the Philippine Drug

A police officer in Santander is under investigation for failing to act on a neighbor's warning about a walkway that later collapsed, though local officials point to the State's Directorate of Coasts as having 'total' responsibility.

Following an Austin shooting, local officials in Texas are warning about a growing threat of radical Islam and alleged Iranian sleeper cells operating in the state, raising security concerns.

Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) has launched an €89.5 million tender for the IC35 road project, which local officials say honors the memory of victims from the Entre-os-Rios tragedy after decades of waiting.

The incident was confirmed by the company and local officials, raising questions about how autonomous vehicles operate around fast-moving emergency scenes

At least 169 people have been killed and buried in a mass grave in South Sudan, two local officials told AFP Monday The post 169 massacred in northern South Sudan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mumbai is developing an AI-powered traffic management plan to improve urban mobility and reduce congestion, according to local officials.

Justice Department Sues 5 More States For Refusing To Provide Voter Rolls Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times, The federal government has filed lawsuits against five states—Utah, Oklahoma, Kentucky, West Virginia, and New Jersey—accusing local officials of failing to provide full voter registration lists as requested, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said in a Feb. 26 statement. “The Attorney General is uniquely charged by Congress with broad authority to request e...

The French animal protection society (SPA) has launched a petition urging local officials to implement widespread sterilization and identification programs for stray cats.

Local officials said Ukrainian airstrikes caused power outages that forced part of the city’s water supply system into a temporary shutdown.

A Russian missile attack on Kharkiv has left one person injured, with local officials urging residents to remain cautious as the strike continues.

Russia attacked Ukraine with dozens of strike drones and ballistic and cruise missiles, focusing on energy infrastructure and killing at least one person, the Ukrainian military and local officials said on Sunday. Reporting from Kramatorsk, FRANCE 24’s Gulliver Cragg said the strikes on the city appeared to have been unsuccessful, as no power cuts had been reported so far.

A mining pit collapse in Ebonyi, Nigeria, resulted in the deaths of three people and injured four others, according to local officials.

The Arquus plant in Saint-Nazaire, specializing in military truck maintenance, is facing unexpected cuts to several key state orders, prompting local officials to urge intervention from Minister Catherine Vautrin.

Internal rivalries have emerged within Senegal's PASTEF party in Keur Baka, involving two local officials.

A couple, supported by local officials, is holding Kayunga hospital accountable after their newborn baby went missing from the facility.

The Portuguese President is visiting a region devastated by recent storms, with local officials highlighting the area's neglect by the central government.

A Novosibirsk regional government TV channel released a video featuring 'grateful farmers' receiving compensation for lost livestock, but journalists identified the participants as local officials, suggesting a propaganda effort.

La Mesa Ecopark in the Philippines, in partnership with youth organizations and local officials, celebrated the International Day of Forests, focusing on youth involvement in environmental initiatives.

A private waste management company in the Algarve region distributed three million euros to its shareholders, prompting local officials to argue the funds should have been invested in improving what they describe as a 'terrible' service.

Nine months after taking leadership, Carneiro has reshaped the PS National Commission, giving more influence to local officials and seeing over 150 names depart while Eduardo Cabrita returns.

A proposed highway loop for the Smokovac-Tološi section of an expressway in Montenegro is drawing warnings that it will destroy homes, auxiliary buildings, properties, and the archaeological site of Duklja, with local officials confirming the threat.

The Coordination Committee of the European Alliance has been established in Bar, Montenegro, with local officials promising a 'new time' for the city and the country.

Danijel Živković, President of the Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS), visited Šavnik to meet with citizens and local officials, discussing the current political situation in the city and the country ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections.

Opposition parties in Zrenjanin, Serbia, have requested an explanation from the head of the City Administration and the City Assembly secretary regarding the presence of local officials as observers in the local elections in Kula.

Photos show power poles protruding from a recently renovated road in Strzepcz, Pomerania, prompting local officials to assure that the poles will be removed as the investment is not yet complete.

Threats against local elected officials, particularly women, are increasing in the Netherlands, primarily concerning issues of immigration and the establishment of refugee centers.

CAMALIG, ALBAY, Philippines — Local officials in Albay called off the holding of key festivals this year as threats of eruption by Mayon Volcano remain, coupled with rising fuel prices.

German automotive industry giant Aumovio, formerly Continental, has confirmed its withdrawal from Lithuania by 2028 due to declining European orders, a decision regretted by local social democrat Algirdas Sysas.

Local officials condemned the use of military aircraft on a UNESCO-listed site, highlighting the ambiguity of Giorgia Meloni's stance on the war waged by the US and Israel.

Local officials' hopes for an industrial revival of Brandt factories near Orléans and Vendôme have been dashed as no industrial offer was retained for the company's takeover, leading to concerns for 'Made in France' and former employees.

MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Faustino ‘Bojie’ G. Dy III has urged local government leaders to harness modern technology and digital tools to improve public service delivery and strengthen communities amid emerging global challenges. Speaking at the general assembly of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines, Dy encouraged local officials to support the administration’s

Swiss prosecutors have expanded their criminal investigation into a New Year bar fire in Crans-Montana that killed 41 people, now including five more current and former local officials.

Swiss prosecutors are investigating the mayor and four other local officials for negligent homicide in connection with a deadly café fire at the Crans-Montana ski resort.

A bust of Clara Campoamor, a Spanish feminist and politician, was vandalized with paint in Madrid on the eve of International Women's Day, drawing condemnation from local officials.

Local officials in Bohol are urging the youth to take a greater interest in agriculture and farming, highlighting its crucial role in ensuring food security.

Portugal's Civil Protection has launched an awareness campaign for catastrophes, with the first action taking place at a 'citizenship class' for seniors. Local officials emphasize the importance of better communication with the elderly population.

LAOAG CITY — A rice farming village in this city is slowly developing idle lots into a vibrant agro-tourism flower farm to attract more visitors and generate income, local officials announced Tuesday. Barangay 30 Suyo launched its agro-tourism flower farm near the village hall, developed by village officials and volunteers. Edmar Tagama, village councilor and president

The United Nations has expressed deep concern over a massacre in South Sudan where at least 169 people were killed and buried in a mass grave. Local officials attribute the attacks to intercommunal violence.

A car dramatically flipped after hitting an unmarked road divider on Ginnori Road, Bhopal. CCTV footage shows the vehicle airborne before overturning. Miraculously, occupants and other commuters escaped serious injury. Residents and local officials are calling for improved safety measures, including reflectors and warning signs, on the hazardous divider to avert future accidents.

A meeting has been scheduled to discuss the emergency services in Barreiro, Portugal, following repeated postponements. Local officials maintain an 'intransigent' stance against the closure of emergency services, warning of risks to pregnant women and newborns.

A Tennessee felony law targeting local officials who vote for 'sanctuary' policies has been ruled unconstitutional.

The Mekong River in Nong Khai Province, Thailand, has dropped to 1.37 meters, significantly below its critical level, raising concerns among local officials.

Following recent floods, Portuguese municipalities like Alcácer do Sal and Abrantes are reporting millions of euros in damages, with local officials lamenting bureaucratic hurdles in accessing aid for affected communities and businesses.

The Serbian party 'Srbija centar' (SRCE) has urged the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the competent prosecutor's office to explain who and why the arrest warrant for Bor Mayor Aleksandar Milikić and six other local officials on corruption charges is being obstructed. The Niš Higher Public Prosecutor's Office declined to provide data, citing potential compromise to the pre-investigation procedure.

SAN MARCELINO, ZAMBALES, Philippines — The streets in this town came alive with color and rhythm as residents and local officials wrapped up their six-day Singkamas Festival on Sunday with a lively grand parade and street dancing competition celebrating its prized root crop. Known as the “Singkamas Capital” of the province, the municipality holds the

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is reportedly quietly purchasing warehouses to significantly expand its detention capabilities, catching local officials off guard.