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Culture•3 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 17:46

Massana Vide Dressing Spring Market Returns May 8-10 with Lottery for 82 Stalls

Event expands with new hall amid high demand, features recycling station, vendor training, and best stall contest to promote sustainability and local economy.

Other•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 17:16

Ordino Launches Public Consultation for Prat del Call Park Refurbishment

Residents can submit opinions via online survey until May 29, while children join a drawing contest to propose ideas for the family-favorite space.

Culture•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 17:01

UNNIC Green Box Hosts Flamenco Showdinner 'Tablao: l’essència del flamenc' in Andorra

Barcelona Flamenco Dance Company revives the immersive format blending authentic Andalusian music, dance, and a menu of Iberian ham, beef cheeks, and tocino de cielo on May 9.

Other•5 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra la Vella Councillor Expects Housing Grant Demand Surge as Rentals Unfreeze

Marc Torrent predicts increased demand for parish housing grants amid anxiety over unfreezing rental contracts. The council boosted funding to €150,000 and stresses aiding families where national policies fall short, noting deteriorating living conditions.

Business•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra CES Approves 800 Residence Permits, Down 11% from Last Year

Andorra's Economic and Social Council endorsed a reduced quota of 800 new residence and work permits, reflecting an 11.1% cut to match economic needs. A separate allocation of 150 permits targets professional athletes across top teams.

Business•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 13:31

Andorra's 2026 Public Sector Budget Hits 2,089.1M Euros, Up 8.7%

Andorra's Statistics Department reports balanced 2026 public sector budgets at 2,089.1 million euros each. Excluding financial items, spending rises 9.6% to 1,990.3 million euros, with revenue up 9.3%. Growth centers on public administrations amid declines in companies.

Other•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 12:46

Man Arrested in Sant Julià de Lòria for Assaulting Partner and Daughters

Police responded to a family disturbance Sunday night, arresting a 57-year-old man who violently confronted his daughter and assaulted his partner and another daughter, causing injuries.

Health•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 12:46

Creand Crèdit Andorrà Hosts Neuroscientist Ana Ibáñez for Free Brain-Training Talk

Creand Crèdit Andorrà hosts neuroscientist Ana Ibáñez on 12 May at 7pm for a free talk sharing evidence-based tools to manage stress, boost concentration, and enhance wellbeing via interactive.

Other•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 11:46

24-Year-Old Man Arrested in Encamp for Drug Possession and Assaulting Officers

Suspect resisted police during routine patrol near Funicamp, injuring two officers; companion fined and released. Separate early Saturday incident involves 34-year-old with cocaine remnants.

107 Andorran-Plated Vehicles Hit Wild Animals on Catalan Roads in 2025

Servei Català de Trànsit data shows collisions peaked in northern and western Catalonia. Up to April, 23 more incidents occurred, mostly with boars. Andorra reports rare cases.

Environment•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 07:01

Andorran Rangers Rescue Roe Deer Trapped in Swollen River Currents

Forest rangers in Andorra swiftly responded to citizen alerts and pulled a male roe deer from powerful river currents fueled by recent snowmelt and rain, releasing it safely into the wild.

Environment•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra la Vella's El Troc Clothing Swap Hits Record 297 Participants

Event exchanged 1,502 items worth 1,881 trocs over two days, boosted by system tweaks and doubled tokens, signaling rising interest in sustainable fashion.

Health•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 07:01

Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Marta Sabater to Lecture on Early Detection of Knee Prosthesis Infections Using Synovial Glucose

Free public talk tonight at 8pm in Andorra la Vella explores low-cost diagnostic method to enable timely treatment and avoid major surgeries.

Environment•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 07:01

Escaldes-Engordany Opens Applications for Can Noguer Urban Gardens

Escaldes-Engordany opens applications for 6 plots at Can Noguer urban gardens on 883m² ex-bank site, allocated by lottery until May 5.

Sports•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 06:16

FC Andorra Thrashes Leganés 4-0 for First Four Straight Pro Wins

FC Andorra dominated Leganés with goals from four different scorers, achieving their first four consecutive professional wins and a third straight clean sheet. The result ensures second-tier survival and boosts playoff hopes.

Sports•3 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 06:16

Inter Escaldes Surge to Five Straight Titles with 5-3 Win Over Ranger's

Victorious side now needs one point from final two games after UE Santa Coloma's derby stalemate; Atlètic Club d'Escaldes and Penya Encarnada also secure wins.

Culture•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 05:16

Portuguese in Andorra Commemorate 50th Anniversary of Carnation Revolution

Over 50 residents gathered for a lecture on the Estado Novo dictatorship, emigration to Andorra, and the 1974 shift to democracy, organized by the consulate and Casa de Portugal.

Business•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 05:16

Andorran Luxury Watch Smuggler Freed After 6 Months in Jail

A judge approved the release of the man accused in a luxury watch smuggling and laundering case, citing no direct harm to Andorra and investigation flaws. Footballers from top leagues bought €1.3M in watches amid ongoing probe.

Other•2 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 21:31

Andorran Judo Instructor Suspended After Slapping 10-Year-Old Boy in Class

Police investigate conflicting witness accounts as boy's mother demands dismissal, citing trauma and an admission message from the coach with no prior complaints.

Cyclist Injured in Collision with Car in Andorra's Santa Coloma

A 50-year-old Andorran cyclist was hospitalized with light injuries after colliding with a car at a Santa Coloma roundabout on April 25, 2026, echoing a similar motorcycle crash earlier that week.

Culture•3 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 19:16

Canillo's Sixth Magic Festival Draws 600 Spectators Over Three Days

Anthony Blake's mentalism show packed the Palau de Gel with 300, while workshops and family acts across venues engaged diverse crowds, earning praise for quality and community appeal.

Business•5 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 18:16

Andorra la Vella Councillor Expects Housing Grant Demand Surge After Rental Thaw

Andorra la Vella has budgeted €150,000 for housing grants this year amid fears over unfrozen rental contracts. Councillor Marc Torrent says demand will grow as families struggle with higher rents and essentials, complementing national aid.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 13:31

Macron Visits Andorra as Co-Prince with Packed 24-Hour Agenda

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Andorra in his role as co-prince, focusing on healthcare challenges, reindustrialisation, and energy sustainability during a dense schedule of meetings and public events amid transport and business disruptions.

Business•3 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 07:02

Andbank Targets Training 600-1,000 Annually in Financial Education

Andbank's CEO Carlos Aso positions financial education as a core priority to combat widespread knowledge gaps. The bank plans to scale up from recent sessions reaching over 1,200 people, blending in-person and digital efforts for broader societal impact.

Other•2 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 07:01

Mossos d'Esquadra honours Andorran police chief Sergi Medina at Barcelona ceremony

Catalan police awarded Andorra's scientific police head for his professional achievements and specialised unit contributions during National Squads Day in Barcelona. The honour underscores joint investigative efforts between the forces.