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Other•4 Related•May 19, 2026 • 23:16

Two Georgian Men Arrested in Andorra Chalet Break-In, Probed for Other Thefts

Police in Andorra investigate if two Georgian construction workers arrested for a chalet burglary committed any of five prior break-ins since May 1. A judge placed them in pre-trial detention on forcible theft charges.

Other•4 Related•May 19, 2026 • 19:31

Canillo Parish Launches €2.5M Ideas Competition for Roc del Quer Viewpoint Expansion

Architects and engineers have until 15 July 2026 to submit sustainable designs enhancing visitor experience while preserving the high-mountain landscape, with €10,000 for the winner.

Other•2 Related•May 19, 2026 • 18:31

Massana Schedules 4-Hour Water Cut in Pal for Bridge Reform Works

The outage, from 9:30am to 1:30pm on Wednesday, supports €4.2 million safety upgrades on the Riu Cardemelles bridge following a court ruling on flood risks.

Other•3 Related•May 19, 2026 • 17:16

Nearly 200 Andorran First-Year Students Attend UdA's 20th Diada Universitària Open Day

Event at Sant Julià de Lòria campus highlights bachelor's programs in business, education, nursing, and computer science, with workshops and pre-enrolment encouragement.

Other•2 Related•May 19, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Court Hears Final Arguments in 2017 Tunnel Crash Trial

Driver accused of speeding at 85-95km/h in Tàpia tunnel faces charges of serious negligence after crash injured four; prosecutors seek house arrest and driving ban.

Other•2 Related•May 18, 2026 • 13:01

Encamp Police Arrest 52-Year-Old Man for Knife Threat Against Mother

Hospital's purple code for suspected gender-based violence prompted the alert, leading to charges of offenses against physical integrity, moral integrity, and honor.

Other•4 Related•May 18, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Knife Threat to Mother, Two for Drugs, Five for DUI

Authorities in Andorra made multiple arrests over the weekend and past week, including a violent family assault, drug possession at hospital and border, plus drunk driving cases with high alcohol levels.

Other•2 Related•May 18, 2026 • 06:46

Sant Julià de Lòria Raises €710 for Cancer Support Group Assandca at AMIC Event

Funds from May 10 sports gathering presented by councillor Sofia Cortesao to president Josep Saravia, highlighting community spirit and awareness efforts.

Other•2 Related•May 17, 2026 • 12:31

Teacher Accused of Racist Harassment Over Colleague's Palestinian Keffiyeh at Andorran School

Educational collaborator Xènia claims discrimination for wearing the scarf, prompting a parents' petition defending the teacher and a review meeting with French education delegates.

Other•2 Related•May 17, 2026 • 09:31

Encamp Parish Tenders €150K Overhaul for Leaky Plaça del Funicamp

The 10-week phased project will replace degraded waterproofing with a polyurea membrane and renew paving to protect the funicular building's lower levels from water infiltration.

Other•2 Related•May 17, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Police Investigate Alleged Sexual Assault Between 12-Year-Old Boy and 11-Year-Old Girl in Ordino School

Authorities launched a discreet probe after the girl's mother reported the assault. Officers are handling the sensitive case involving minors with care to minimize emotional impact on both parties.

Other•5 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46

Police Dismantle Labour Exploitation Ring in La Seu d'Urgell, Arrest 3 and Seize €33,000

Authorities raided five businesses, uncovering irregular immigration, labour violations, and living quarters for workers. The operation exposed severe exploitation at a Montferrer i Castellbó bazaar with undocumented employees and illicit beverage production.

Other•3 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Publishes Microcredentials Code, Approves Philosophy Bachelor's Degree

Andorran authorities have introduced standards for short professional training programs and greenlit a new philosophy undergraduate degree. Microcredentials target skill updates for employability, while the bachelor's emphasizes critical thinking for diverse careers.

Other•2 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:17

Catalan Teachers Block Cadí Tunnel Road into Andorra for 2 Hours

Catalan teachers from Alt Pirineu protested by blocking the C-16 near Cadí Tunnel, disrupting Andorra access with full traffic stoppage. Unions reject deals, seek pay restoration and better resources amid ongoing strikes.

Other•4 Related•May 16, 2026 • 06:17

Runer River Border Post Resumes Full Operations After Rodent Infestation Eradicated

Anticimex Andorra completed comprehensive pest control measures including structural repairs and disinfection, confirming no risks remain amid ongoing monitoring to prevent recurrences near the river.

Other•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 17:46

Escaldes-Engordany Probes Vandalism in Prat del Roure Car Park

Authorities in Escaldes-Engordany are investigating graffiti and damage at the Prat del Roure underground car park. Officials rely on surveillance footage amid identification difficulties and routine procedures for public space incidents.

Other•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Firefighters Extinguish Construction Waste Fire Behind Andorra Novotel

The blaze near Carrer de la Roda was contained in 15 minutes with no injuries; one lane closed briefly on Carrer Prat de la Creu during response.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 12:02

Andorra Immigration Issues 6,013 New Authorisations, Down 7.9% Year-on-Year

New permits dropped across most categories in late 2025-early 2026 due to quotas, but total active authorisations grew 2.2% to over 60,000 amid occupational shifts toward technicians and skilled workers.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Volunteer Participation Plummets 62.6% in 2025 to 178 Registrants

Despite 14 events matching pre-pandemic levels, major sports gatherings like the European Small States Games drew large crowds, while environmental activities remain absent for six years.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 09:02

Andorra Police Probe Disappearance of Pyrénées Heir Jean-Louis Pérez in South Africa

Andorran authorities investigate the vanishing of 75-year-old Jean-Louis Pérez, heir to the Pyrénées empire, last located in South Africa. No contact since late March despite family worries and Interpol involvement.

Other•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra Trial Ends for 'Demon' Spaniard: Prosecutors Seek 20 Months Jail Despite Addiction Evidence

Andorra trial ends for 40-year-old 'demon' Spaniard: prosecutors demand 20 months jail despite psychiatric evidence of addictions causing loss of control.

Other•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 20:02

Andorra Completes €160K Landscaping Upgrade at Casa dels Guardes, Transforming Site into Youth Camp

Escaldes-Engordany council and FEDA collaborate on greener spaces with heritage panels and quieter infrastructure, while repurposing buildings for summer camps hosting groups of 10 children.

Other•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 17:16

Andorra General Council Launches Tender for Final Casa de la Vall Landscaping Phase

€376,033 budget covers green spaces, urban furniture, and maintenance until 2032 behind historic parliament, with works due in three months and full opening targeted for September.

Other•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 06:02

Rodent Infestation Clears Andorra-Spain Runer Border Post After Fumigation

Officers resume indoor duties following treatment of multiple rat species and hantavirus precautions; site plagued by recurring maintenance failures including heating breakdowns and water cutoffs.

Other•2 Related•May 13, 2026 • 05:31

Vigil in Andorra la Vella Marks Late Dance Instructor's Birthday, Demands Tougher Spanish DUI Laws

Around 70 family, friends gathered in Andorra la Vella to mark Carlos Manuel Miguel Chozo's 37th birthday with a vigil protesting 'road violence' and demanding tougher Spanish DUI laws.