
Hesburger Invests €411,000 in Rēzekne Restaurant Reconstruction
The Finnish and Baltic fast-food chain Hesburger has invested 411,000 euros into the reconstruction of one of its restaurants located in Rēzekne, Latvia.
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The Finnish and Baltic fast-food chain Hesburger has invested 411,000 euros into the reconstruction of one of its restaurants located in Rēzekne, Latvia.

A surge in drone activity has been reported across Eastern Europe, with Ukraine launching drones into Russia, Russia conducting drone attacks in Ukraine, and unidentified drones crashing in Latvia. These incidents have led to forest fires, power outages, and heightened security concerns across the region.

Latvia's National Armed Forces (NBS) issued a warning about a possible threat to the country's airspace, specifically over several eastern municipalities. The NBS later announced that the potential threat had ended.

The "Top!" supermarket chain has opened a new store in Rēzekne, investing over 300,000 euros and creating 12 jobs. This is the 223rd store in the chain.

The Latgale Congress took place in Rēzekne on May 9-10, 1917, where Latgalian Latvians discussed self-governance and decided to unite with other Latvians. The first day saw a tense atmosphere and 40 people leaving the congress.

Latvia's National Armed Forces and State Fire and Rescue Service will conduct a crisis cooperation exercise on April 23, sending a training warning via cell broadcast in the Ludza and Rēzekne regions.

Black spots resembling oil products were discovered on the surface of a pond next to Verēmi primary school in Rēzekne municipality, Latvia, covering an area of 6-8 square meters.

The Rēzekne municipality has leased the 160-year-old Zosnas Manor to the Nature Conservation Agency for 30 years. An investment of approximately five million euros will transform the manor into a modern Nature Education Center, preserving its cultural and historical value.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu is visiting Latvia, where she held a press conference with Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs to discuss bilateral relations, Moldova's EU membership progress, and regional security.

The Rēzekne City Council in Latvia has not yet decided on a new mayor, with the legal deadline for electing a new municipal leader set for April 10.

The Ministry of Municipalities and KNAB are evaluating unpaid work being carried out by a private individual in a municipal forest near Rēzekne, Latvia, which is a popular recreational area for residents.

Saeima ceturtdien, 19. martā, nolēma nodot izskatīšanai Izglītības, kultūras un zinātnes komisijai likumprojektu par nodibinājuma "Latgales vēstniecība "Gors"" izveidi Rēzeknes koncertzāles…

The Rēzekne municipality has failed to find a tenant for its nearly seven million euro spa center after the latest auction for a 30-year lease received no bids. The municipality plans to seek solutions and may ease investor requirements.

On Saturday, March 14, the Latgalian cultural annual award "Boņuks 2025" ceremony will take place at the Latgale Embassy "Gors" in Rēzekne – one of the most significant annual events in Latgalian…

Latvia's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (VARAM) has not approved a bill for managing the 'Gors' cultural center in Rēzekne, proposing instead that other founders could join the foundation.

Latvia's Saeima has urgently decided to extend the operational period of the Rēzekne and Liepāja Special Economic Zones (SEZ) from 2035 until December 31, 2050.

The Latvian Geospatial Information Agency is clarifying the names of several rivers and lakes in Rēzekne municipality, where local residents often use multiple names for the same body of water, to ensure consistency with local pronunciation and traditions.

Unidentified drones entered Latvian airspace, causing concern among residents in Rēzekne and Ludza, with some reportedly falling within the territory. Latvian authorities confirmed fighter jets were scrambled but did not shoot down the drones due to security considerations.

Residents of Rēzekne city and district received a cell broadcast warning about an air threat late, only after a drone had already fallen in the city's oil storage area. The Prime Minister expressed dissatisfaction with the situation and requested an explanation.
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for several north-western counties in Ireland, predicting outbreaks of rain throughout the weekend. Residents are advised to be aware of potential weather hazards.

The 109th anniversary of the Latgale Congress was celebrated in Rēzekne, Latvia, with various events focusing on regional development. The day commemorates a decision that helped establish a unified Latvia.
A Latvian plywood manufacturer is undertaking a significant expansion of its factory in Rēzekne, aiming to boost production capacity and meet growing demand.
Residents in the Latvian cities of Ludza and Rēzekne are scheduled to receive a training alert on their mobile phones on Thursday.
The city of Rēzekne in Latvia has successfully elected a new mayor.

The Administrative District Court has rejected Aleksandrs Bartaševičs' request to suspend the order for his removal from the position of Rēzekne mayor.
Parts of a drone have been found in the Rēzekne municipality in Latvia, prompting an investigation into their origin and purpose.
The Latvian city of Rēzekne is facing challenges related to a significant number of empty buildings within its urban landscape.

New average speed control sections will become operational on the Liepāja and Rēzekne highways in Latvia starting Thursday, March 26, at 8 AM.

Despite prohibitions in Rēzekne and Ludza municipalities, residents continue to venture onto frozen water bodies, prompting warnings from local authorities about the dangers of thin ice.

Rēzeknes novada Stoļerovas pagastā Vita Seņkāne jau piecus gadus, saglabājot senču tradīcijas un izmantojot dabīgo ieraugu, kop un attīsta seno maizes cepšanas arodu, uzņem viesus un rīko…

Despite improving security in Latvia after the War of Independence, various crimes still occurred. In one such case, a clergyman was attacked in Rēzekne district on the night of July 1, 1928, by an unexpected guest with an axe.

Rēzekne is still without a city council chairman after Mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševičs was suspended in early February for not receiving a state secret clearance, with questions arising about the delay in electing a new mayor.

Despite warmer weather, the number of fires is not decreasing in Latvia, with authorities noting that many residents in Rēzekne have not installed smoke detectors.

A representative from the Latvian National Armed Forces stated that a drone that crashed in Rēzekne on Thursday, May 7, definitely had a warhead, based on video materials and on-site investigation.

The Latvian Cabinet of Ministers approved a support program for the creation of two new biomethane input points in Ragana and Rēzekne, aiming to enhance the country's energy self-sufficiency and develop the biomethane market.

Parents in Rēzekne, Latvia, are protesting a municipal proposal to merge two kindergartens, citing concerns about children's safety, although the city council states no final decision has been made.

The Latgale Congress took place in Rēzekne in 1917, discussing self-governance for Latgale and the unification with other Latvians. The first day saw a tense atmosphere and nearly 40 people leaving the congress.

AS "Latvijas finieris" company "Verems" is opening a new production facility in Rēzekne, Latvia, with a €100 million investment in construction and equipment, promising 90 new jobs.

Latvian border guards and police arrested three individuals in Rēzekne, Ludza, and Krāslava regions for transporting people who had illegally crossed the state border.

Jānis Tutins, the former deputy mayor, was elected as the new chairman of the Rēzekne city council on Friday, April 10.

An exhibition of student artworks, themed around the river, has opened on the Rēzekne river promenade, turning the public space into an open-air gallery.

The Administrative District Court in Rēzekne will hear a claim by Daugavpils Mayor Andrejs Elksniņš against a decision by the State Revenue Service (VID), with the proceedings reportedly being held in secret.

In Rēzekne, Latvia, the liquidation and merger of educational institutions have left numerous empty and unusable buildings, prompting the municipality to consider acquiring some despite the significant financial investment required.

The Rēzekne pensioner social services center will remain under the jurisdiction of the local government, with necessary funds being sought from its own budget.

A public discussion is underway in Rēzekne regarding the planned construction of a new supermarket in the city's historic center, sparking concern among some residents about changes to the area.

Rēzeknes kultūras namā tekoša jumta un griestu plākšņu nobrukuma dēļ tika pārtraukti amatiermākslas kolektīvu mēģinājumi, bet nu tie atsākuši darboties.

Sixteen new officers graduated from Riga Technical University's Rēzekne Academy, receiving professional bachelor's degrees and senior officer qualifications, and will join the State Border Guard, which faces staff shortages.

For a quarter of a century, the folklore group "Žeperi" has been popularizing Latvian traditional culture. It was once founded in Rēzekne, but has just celebrated its 25th birthday in Great Britain.

The Latvian Ministry of Culture has drafted a bill, 'Law on the 'Latgale Embassy GORS' Foundation,' which would prevent the Rezekne municipality from alienating, mortgaging, or otherwise encumbering the concert hall building.