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Other•2 Sources•Apr 05, 2026 • 07:16

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

The 60-year-old from near Toulouse, last seen heading to Andorra on March 28, prompted a cross-border appeal due to her mobility issues; authorities deactivated the alert on Friday with no details on her discovery.

Other•2 Sources•Apr 03, 2026 • 11:01

Drunk Driver Hits Tourist After Minor Crash in Andorra, Arrested

A 22-year-old man lost control on CG-2 road, striking a 29-year-old pedestrian and crashing into stopped vehicles; he tested positive for alcohol and drugs, facing charges for public safety and injury offenses.

Other•5 Sources•Apr 02, 2026 • 10:01

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

Heavy snow triggers black-phase closures on Port d'Envalira, yellow restrictions across multiple roads, and widespread avalanche risks up to level 4, with ski areas like Ordino Arcalís fully shut and Grandvalira limited to lower slopes.

Other•2 Sources•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 Sources•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•2 Sources•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 Sources•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 Sources•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 Sources•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.

Other•2 Sources•Mar 29, 2026 • 07:31

Two Bar Fights in Andorra la Vella's Prada Ramon Area Leave Two Men with Minor Injuries

Police de-escalated the first dispute peacefully around 2pm on Carrer de la Sardana, while a second altercation just after on Carrer Callaueta led to citations for the involved men.

Other•2 Sources•Mar 28, 2026 • 17:31

Firefighters Probe Burnt Smell and Smoke in Two Andorra la Vella Incidents Saturday

First call at a Meritxell hotel traced to electrical fault in laundry, ruled false alarm; apartment on l'Alzinaret still under investigation with street closed.

Other•3 Sources•Mar 27, 2026 • 14:46

Andorra Launches Tender for National Emergencies Centre Consultancy

The project will oversee technical implementation of the unified 112 emergency line, ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets, with operations set to start in 2027 at the Nexus building.

Other•2 Sources•Mar 27, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra Freezes University Tuition Fees for 2026-2027 Academic Year

The government approves maintaining rates at 2025-2026 levels without inflation adjustment to ease economic pressures on students and families while supporting higher education access.

Other•3 Sources•Mar 25, 2026 • 14:46

Andorran Man Faces Charges for Death Threats to Ex-Partner and Son, €34k Child Support Arrears

Tribunal hears case of repeated threats, abuse, and non-payment since 2016 ruling; prosecutors seek 18-month suspended sentence, no-contact order, and damages.

Other•3 Sources•Mar 24, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Opens €108,000 Third-Cycle Research Grants for Early Doctoral Students

Annual programme awards two grants of up to €54,000 each to boost research excellence and international outreach, with applications open until 3 July via e-Tràmits.

Other•3 Sources•Mar 24, 2026 • 11:46

Andorran Hunter Mauled by Wounded Wild Boar in Catalonia Hunt

62-year-old sustains severe leg wound during group drive near Abella de la Conca; swift rescue by helicopter limits damage amid rising boar populations.

Other•2 Sources•Mar 24, 2026 • 07:16

Catalan Magistrate Míriam de Rosa to Join Andorra's Tribunal de Corts on April 1, 2026

Her appointment, finalized after CSJ approval and a dismissed challenge by Andorra la Vella's mayor, will strengthen the court's criminal division amid staffing shortages.

Other•4 Sources•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:46

Massana Parish Council Unveils Revised Urban Plan Draft, Retains 15% Land Cession and Quota System

Document prioritises landscape protection, population-aligned growth, and compact development, endorsed by consultative council; Sant Julià de Lòria to launch similar participatory review process in April.

Other•4 Sources•Mar 21, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Police Arrest Five for Drunk Driving with BAC Up to 2.13 g/l

Cases include a woman crashing after violating driving ban, a man with cocaine and hashish refusing tests, plus arrests for drug possession, suspended licences, and assault.

Other•1 Source•Mar 21, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Police Probe WhatsApp Group Distributing Child Pornography

Spanish embassy alerts families after reports of minors added without consent, urging privacy settings and parental controls amid open investigation.

Other•1 Source•Mar 20, 2026 • 21:45

Thieves Steal 60kg of Family Goods from Cuban Woman at Andorra Bus Stop

The brazen daytime theft near Sant Julià de Lòria's Tàpia tunnel left the victim, an 11-year Andorran resident, without a year's worth of supplies worth €850-€1,000 for her relatives in Cuba amid ongoing hardships.

Other•1 Source•Mar 20, 2026 • 12:45

Recent Deaths in Andorra: Antoni Gili Moral, 88, Among Latest Reported

List spans parishes like Escaldes-Engordany and Andorra la Vella from late 2025 to March 2026, including centenarians and residents in their 30s, as published by Altaveu.

Other•1 Source•Mar 20, 2026 • 11:01

Tourist Arrested in Andorra la Vella for Assaulting Brother During Family Visit

The 42-year-old man faces charges of offences against physical and moral integrity following a violent altercation at his brother's residence in the capital.

Other•1 Source•Mar 20, 2026 • 08:16

Andorra Prison Intercepts Inmate's Hand-Drawn Escape Map Days After Announcement

Guards at La Comella seized the detailed sketch disguised as art, prompting tightened security amid ongoing challenges in the facility.

Other•1 Source•Mar 20, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Government Services Resume After IT Outage in Andorra la Vella

A 30-45 minute system failure on March 19 disrupted in-person operations and appointments, with some citizens reporting issues persisting into the afternoon despite official restoration claims.