Smart bicycle storage units are being tested in Rīga to keep bicycles and scooters safe in the city, Latvian Radio reported on November 14.
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With fuel costs rising, demand for free firewood from the residue of tree felling – branches, trunks, stumps, bark – has at least doubled and is being used by thousands of people, Latvian Radio reported on November 11.
On Monday, November 7, the City Development Committee of Riga City Council will discuss the dismantling of four Soviet-era objects, Latvian Radio reported.
Continuing the formation of the government coalition, the party association New Unity, United List, and the National Alliance plan to sign a memorandum of cooperation this week. Politicians have managed to agree on the creation of a new ministry, the scope of which will still be debated, Latvian Television reported November 2.
In Riga, Daugavgrīva military base, combat training with increased noise levels will continue until Friday, resume next Monday and go on until next Thursday, National Armed Forces Sergeant Jānis Miķis told Latvian Radio November 2.
Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš will continue to lead talks on building the new coalition, as follows from the words of President of Latvia Egils Levits after the meeting with Kariņš on October 31.
With a new arena, spaces, and reconstructed historic entrance, the Riga Circus is about to prepare for its first shows, with the ambitious construction already on the finish line, Latvian Radio reported on October 18.
The historic Vidzeme market, which has been run-down for years, might be renovated part by part, Rīga City Council has decided after several years of attempts to find a tenant, Latvian Radio reported September 2.
On Tuesday, August 23, the dismantling of the monumental pillar and the sculpture of rampaging Soviet soldiers in Uzvaras Park got under way in earnest, as observed by LETA and Latvian Radio.
The Rīga municipality has recently been upgrading its beaches and fitting them with facilities. However, the "Apeirons" association of disabled people is pointing out that there are currently no beaches in Riga that have been fully developed for people with reduced mobility, Latvian Radio reported July 20.
Several deposit packers and traders waited for the last moment to enter into a contract for participating in the deposit system, according to the State Environmental Service (VVD). As of August 1, only drinks with a deposit label can be sold. Currently, 95% of drinks on the market have the label, Latvian Radio reported on July 19.
There are not enough children's playgrounds in the capital city, and the state of existing structures is poor. The Rīga municipality has undertaken to inspect all 100 municipal playgrounds, of which problems have already been identified in 20 places, Latvian Radio reported on July 19.
It is planned to substantially reshape Strēlnieku Square in Rīga old town. The municipality plans to expand the area and improve the infrastructure and aesthetics, Latvian Radio reported on July 13.
Two people lost their lives in a crash in Mārupe municipality Babīte parish on Friday. About 20 tons of fuel also leaked at the site of the crash. A major accident with one death also occurred in Jēkabpils municipality on Friday, June 8, Latvian Television reported.
In order to ensure a connection between several establishments and public transport in Pārdaugava, Rīga City Council intends to build a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Kīleveina ditch, near the University of Latvia's campus on Jelgavas Street, Latvian Radio reported on June 20.
In order to increase pedestrian safety in Rīga, the City Council is discussing further regulations for electrical scooters, Latvian Radio reported May 11.
On May 10, Rīga activists plan to unveil a bench in the center of the capital in hopes to draw attention to the fact that there are simply not enough places for people to rest their weary legs, Latvian Radio reported.
It is becoming increasingly difficult to deliver goods to customers in the center of Rīga due to cars parked in the spaces meant for delivery vehicles, Latvian Radio reported on May 6.
Several kilometers of an unfinished bicycle trail connecting the center to Ziepniekkalns has been left unattended since last summer. It was scheduled to be completed by spring. There has been a mess in the area for months, but those responsible for the project have allegedly not known it, Latvian Radio reported April 25.
A residential building complex for students is being built in Rīga. The project, implemented by a Lithuanian foundation, is welcomed by the Latvian Students Union but potential residents feel uneasy that rent prices are not disclosed yet, Latvian Radio reported April 13.
The first week since the admission of more than 1,300 Ukrainian war refugee children to Latvian schools has been successfully completed, reports Latvian Radio. More than 300 younger refugee children have started attending kindergartens.
On Monday, March 21, a second Ukrainian assistance center was opened on Kaļķu Street 1.
The Z symbol used by Russian troops in the Ukraine war needs to be banned in Latvia, Defense Minister Artis Pabriks told Latvian Radio March 19.
For almost two years, there has been no rail passenger traffic with several neighboring cities due to the pandemic, and it is not clear when it would be renewed, Latvian Radio reported February 9.
Some trams chugging along the streets of Rīga are 46 years old. It looks like they are here to stay for another decade as newer ones are unable to drive on the old rails, Latvian Radio reported January 31.
Observing the hygienic requirements at the time of Covid-19 distribution, the new arrangements for wearing face masks may cost a person up to €30 per month, Latvian Radio reported January 21.
Rīga plans to spend up to €10 million this year for the construction of bicycle infrastructure and will form a special department for the purpose, Latvian Radio reported January 18.
The renovation of one of the most beloved markets in Rīga, the Āgenskalns market, is on the finish line. Meanwhile, other markets are dwindling, Latvian Radio reported January 12.
Over 400 road accidents occurred over the weekend, according to the State Police, well above the average. Rīga City Council, however, says the city is coping with the volume of snow, Latvian Radio reported December 6.
An online memorial event “Bridges of Remembrance. 80 years after the start of the deportations to Riga” will take place Monday, November 29 evening, according to the Jewish Community of Latvia.
A new bicycle trail from the Rīga city center to Ziepniekkalns is being built. Residents are concerned that the construction could damage an alley of historic horse-chestnuts. The construction authorities say the trees will be safe, Latvian Radio reported October 28.
The Rail Baltica railway infrastructure project has announced a procurement to create a total of 17 regional stations or 'mobility points', Latvian Radio reported October 13.
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