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Other•3 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Family Abuse, Drug Smuggler, and Multiple Drink-Drivers

Authorities in Andorra made several arrests this week, including for domestic mistreatment, drug trafficking at the border, and drink-driving incidents causing accidents across multiple parishes.

Other•2 Related•Apr 08, 2026 • 07:01

Lycée Comte de Foix Ranks 21st in France's Public High Schools

The school in Prada Motxilla scored 18.1/20 on Ministry of Education indicators, topping Pyrénées-Orientales and outperforming nearby rivals, though it placed 128th overall including privates.

Other•3 Related•Apr 08, 2026 • 06:01

Forklift Electrical Fault Likely Caused Fire Destroying Andorra Recycling Warehouse

No injuries reported as firefighters contained the blaze in Santa Coloma facility; police rule out arson in early investigation.

Other•2 Related•Apr 07, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Housing Union Protests Rental Deregulation Bill Amid Fears of Rent Hikes and Evictions

SHA demonstrators in Plaça del Consell General demand rent caps, eviction protections, and transparency measures to combat the housing crisis affecting residents from pensioners to young workers.

Other•3 Related•Apr 07, 2026 • 06:16

Firefighters Extinguish Blaze Destroying 1,200 sqm Warehouse at Andorran Recycling Plant

The fire at the Santa Coloma compaction facility on 6 April 2026 produced thick smoke visible across central Andorra, but caused no injuries as no workers were present; cause under investigation.

Other•4 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 21:01

Escaldes-Engordany Launches €500,000 Tender for Third Phase of Engolasters Colony Renovations

Escaldes-Engordany launches €500,000 tender for Engolasters colony's third phase: new services building with showers and bathrooms, 6,000-litre water tank, and 1940s kitchen restoration for display.

Other•2 Related•Apr 06, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Police Arrest Two at Border for Drug Possession

Routine checks at Riu Runer crossing uncovered speed pills in a woman's car and ecstasy plus hashish in a man's vehicle, leading to charges of crimes against public health.

Other•2 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 07:16

Missing French Woman Brigitte Respaud Found Safe After Week-Long Search

Brigitte Respaud, 60, from near Toulouse, went missing March 28 en route to Andorra; cross-border search launched over mobility concerns. Found safe Friday, details withheld.

Other•5 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Housing Syndicate Rallies Against 'Programmed Expulsion' Rent Deregulation Bill

Andorra's Housing Syndicate rallies against the government's rent deregulation bill, warning of 47% hikes and mass displacement while demanding indefinite leases and anti-eviction protections.

Other•4 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 06:17

Pas de la Casa Bans Heavy Trucks After 50cm Snowfall

Encamp commune restricts heavy vehicles in Pas de la Casa until midday due to heavy snow blocking lanes and parking. Deliveries delayed, but public transport runs; France border reopens amid ongoing alerts.

Other•4 Related•Apr 04, 2026 • 13:31

TP Unitas Demolishes Historic Pensió Garcia in Andorra la Vella for New Apartment Block

The decades-old family guesthouse, a social hub for budget travelers and locals, was razed as part of the city's urban renewal, with construction of replacement housing set to begin soon.

Other•4 Related•Apr 04, 2026 • 13:31

Missing French Woman Brigitte Respaud Found Safe Near Toulouse

The 61-year-old from Plaisance-du-Touch, who vanished after a trip to Andorra on March 28, was located well, ending a multi-country search involving French and Andorran police.

Other•2 Related•Apr 03, 2026 • 11:01

Drunk Driver Hits Tourist After Minor Crash in Andorra, Arrested

A 22-year-old lost control on Andorra's CG-2 road, hit a 29-year-old female tourist pedestrian after a minor crash, then struck stopped vehicles; he tested positive for alcohol and drugs, arrested.

Other•5 Related•Apr 02, 2026 • 10:01

Storm Erminio Intensifies in Andorra, Closes Key Passes and Disrupts Ski Resorts

Storm Erminio intensifies in Andorra, closing Port d'Envalira under black phase, imposing yellow road restrictions, raising avalanche risk to level 4, and shutting ski resorts.

Other•3 Related•Apr 02, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Firefighters Warn of Rising Structural Fire Risks Amid Urban Growth

A118 association demands more staff and better planning as Minister Molné praises corps professionalism and pledges dialogue on evolving challenges.

Other•2 Related•Apr 02, 2026 • 05:46

Young Women Fury at Assault Convictions in Eivissa Nightclub Case

One confronts magistrate in court after receiving suspended sentence and house arrest for 2019 brawl injuries; both ordered to pay costs and victim's medical fees.

Other•4 Related•Apr 01, 2026 • 22:01

Arinsal Fire Deemed Accidental from Electrical Fault; La Massana Schedules Post-Easter Cleanup Talks

Arinsal fire at former water plant ruled accidental from electrical fault and extinguished by Saturday; La Massana plans post-Easter cleanup talks with landowners and Aigua Pura.

Other•3 Related•Apr 01, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Court Upholds Extradition of Spaniard Convicted of Stepdaughter Abuse

Superior Court dismisses final appeal, paving way for 44-year-old from Seville to serve 5.5-year sentence in Spain after exhausting all legal options amid mental health concerns.

Other•2 Related•Mar 31, 2026 • 18:46

Sheep Escape from Andorran Farm, Wander into Escaldes-Engordany Town Center

The flock grazed on roadside planters near Caldea resort before locals and herders swiftly rounded them up, showcasing community cooperation.

Other•2 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 20:31

Arinsal Fire Reveals Fatal Flaws in Energy-Efficient Roof Retrofits

Architect identifies how ventilated insulation gaps fueled rapid blaze spread across roofs, urging non-combustible materials and sectional designs for safety.

Other•5 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 11:16

Andorran Police Tie Petrol Theft, High-Speed Chase and Stolen Plates to Easter Anti-DUI Campaign

Incidents during intensified road safety checks include a drive-off fugitive crashing after evading border police with mismatched plates, plus multiple drunk driving arrests and a collision.

Other•2 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 09:31

Andorra Police Link Sispony Number Plate Theft to Vehicle Sales Fraud After Petrol Station Chase Crash

Stolen plates from a resident's car were found on a suspect vehicle that fled without paying and crashed, revealing irregularities in its prior sale amid an ongoing investigation.

Other•4 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Advances Animal Welfare Law Reforms with Stakeholder Input and Calls for Bolder Measures

Animal protection groups like ARPA push for pet sales bans, offender registries, mandatory training, and cross-border data sharing to prevent abuse and recidivism.

Other•2 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 19:16

Comú d’Escaldes-Engordany Launches Hiring Drive for Nursery School Educators

The selection process seeks candidates with strong educational passion and empathy to bolster teaching teams and support early childhood development in the parish.

Other•4 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 18:46

Canillo Leader Defends New Urban Plan as Reversible Safeguard Against Post-Covid Construction Boom

Jordi Alcobé warns unchecked development would cause irreversible harm to parish landscape and cohesion, citing a 37-year demolition example and urging precautionary limits in vulnerable areas.