Escaldes-Engordany

Municipality, Parish, or Town

Business•2 Related•Aug 16, 2026 • 09:00

Andorra's FEDA Plans €187.5M Grid and Renewables Investment 2026-2030

Andorra's electricity provider FEDA outlines a €187.5 million investment plan through 2030 to strengthen its grid, boost renewable energy like the Pic del Maià wind farm, and meet rising electrification demands while cutting emissions.

Other•4 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 16:15

Statistics show growth across all parishes, driven by immigrants from Latin America, with foreigners now

55.4% of residents amid an aging demographic shift.

Environment•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 23:30

Escaldes-Engordany Residents Slam Council Over Flooding from Neglected Drains

Outraged locals in Escaldes-Engordany fault council inaction on drainage amid unchecked slope development, which funnels storm water into torrents damaging homes. Firefighters cleared debris during Saturday deluge, as more rain looms.

Business•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 15:45

Escaldes-Engordany Awards €108K Pavement Refurb Contract on Carrer de la Unió

The council contracted Companyia Andorrana de Projectes i Construccions for urgent pavement renewal on the recently widened road section between Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany parishes.

Politics•3 Related•Aug 11, 2026 • 15:45

Andorra Data Agency Halts Canillo's Unauthorized Body Camera Trial

Andorra's Data Protection Agency issued an order stopping Canillo parish from using chest-mounted cameras on traffic agents after an illegal trial at the summer festival, citing missing national authorization.

Sports•4 Related•Aug 11, 2026 • 13:15

Escaldes-Engordany Pools and Gym to Close for Maintenance August 22-September 8

Annual maintenance will halt access to the communal pools and gym during late summer. Alternative sports centres are available nearby for subscribers.

Culture•3 Related•Aug 09, 2026 • 12:30

Andorran Parishes Overcome Staffing Shortages for Summer Children's Programs

Parish councils in Andorra faced hiring difficulties for summer children's monitors due to high demand and limited qualified candidates but ultimately staffed all programs fully. Participation reached thousands across sports, arts, and social initiatives nationwide.

Culture•2 Related•Aug 06, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Opticians Sell Out Eclipse Glasses Amid Frenzy for Partial Solar Event

Shops in Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany exhausted supplies due to high demand from residents eager for safe viewing of the August 12 partial solar eclipse, despite limited visibility.

Environment•4 Related•Aug 06, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Shatters Heatwave Record with Five Episodes This Summer

The Pyrenean nation faces its hottest summer ever, with meteorologists attributing the surge to global warming. Officials monitor ongoing high temperatures with over a month left in the season.

Politics•4 Related•Aug 05, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Approves €195K Subsidy Boost for Religion Teachers' Salaries

Andorran government boosts funding by more than €40,000 to support Catholic religion instructors in public and private schools for the 2026 academic year. Participation is optional in public schools but mandatory at confessional institutions.

Andorra Approves €1.37M Hospital Heliport Rehab and €30K Fire Station Design

Andorran government tenders rehabilitation of Meritxell Hospital's fifth-floor heliport and contracts design for Santa Coloma fire station's emergency facility to improve safety and operations. Projects stem from broader infrastructure investments.

Business•4 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 12:15

Massana Workers' Union Affiliates with Andorran Trade Union Confederation

The affiliation marks a milestone for USdA's expansion into municipal administrations, enabling shared resources and unified advocacy. It will pursue talks with Massana officials to resolve labor disputes through negotiation.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 22:30

Fresh from his fifth Tour de France win, the Slovenian rider returns to the Spanish Grand Tour seven years

later, targeting a historic triple crown amid a tough Andorran mountain stage.

Business•3 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Public Administration Hits Record 330,129 Procedures in 2025

Public procedures reached a record high, driven by gains in both traditional and digital channels. Electronic filings rose sharply, comprising over a third of total volume, while in-person activity focused on vehicles and licenses.

Business•4 Related•Aug 02, 2026 • 11:45

Escaldes-Engordany Approves €5,072 Grants for 23 Small Businesses

Parish council granted €5,071.60 in tax relief to qualifying local shops and outlets from 34 applicants, extending a program started last year to bolster economic vitality.

Business•2 Related•Aug 01, 2026 • 06:46

Worker Injured in Fall from Ladder at El Tarter Construction Site

Emergency services rushed to a construction site in El Tarter after a worker fell from a ladder, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital as officials probe the incident.

Business•2 Related•Jul 31, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Launches Tender for Police Building Facade Renovation in Escaldes-Engordany

The government seeks bids to rehabilitate facades at the Obac police building, replacing inefficient elements to stop leaks, enhance energy efficiency, and align with national sustainability standards. The effort supports broader public infrastructure modernisation.

Andorra Boosts La Seu Bus Trips to 40 Daily, Adds App Integration

State Secretary David Forné announced the upgrade at Parc de la Mola, highlighting doubled ridership and a 5% drop in road traffic amid rising population. Safety enhancements on Carrer de la Unió have sharply reduced incidents.

Sports•2 Related•Jul 30, 2026 • 06:30

Roger Molina Named Technical Head for Andorran Rink Hockey by Andbank Initiative

A new partnership between Andbank, the Andorran Skating Federation, and Andorra HC appoints experienced coach Roger Molina to lead technical efforts, rebrand the club, and develop youth rink hockey programs in Escaldes-Engordany.

Woman Injured by Spanish Off-Road Vehicle on Pedestrian Crossing in Escaldes-Engordany

A pedestrian sustained light injuries yesterday when an off-road vehicle hit her while she ran across a crossing on Avinguda Carlemany. Police detained the driver and are investigating near Plaça Santa Anna.

Other•4 Related•Jul 28, 2026 • 15:00

Andorra Fire Service Declines Deployment to French Wildfires Over Resource Limits

Andorra's fire corps prioritizes local resources and regional cooperation over sending a small, under-equipped team to France's wildfires, as it could hinder rather than help operations near Bordeaux.

Environment•4 Related•Jul 28, 2026 • 12:30

FEDA Ecoterm's Andorra Heating Networks Hit 41 GWh Record, Up 11%

Expansions in Andorra la Vella, Escaldes-Engordany, and Soldeu drove the growth. The merger into a central valley system optimized energy use, reduced emissions, and supported Andorra's transition from electricity reliance.

Other•3 Related•Jul 28, 2026 • 07:30

Drunk Tourist Breaks into Andorra Apartment, Two More Caught Drink-Driving

Andorran police arrested a heavily intoxicated tourist for breaking into an apartment in Escaldes-Engordany, causing over €600 in damage. Two drivers were separately detained for high blood alcohol levels exceeding legal limits.

Politics•4 Related•Jul 26, 2026 • 20:30

Andorra's Espot Calls for Earlier Festival Closures After Santa Anna Unrest

Following disturbances during Thursday-Friday early hours, Andorra's leader proposes reviewing schedules for major festivals to end earlier and limit late-night alcohol service. He emphasizes balanced coordination without turning events into a police state.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 26, 2026 • 19:45

Andorran Head of Government Xavier Espot stated the executive supports equipping traffic agents with body

cameras and will amend the Public Security Law if required by the independent Videovigilance Commission. Benefits include better agent protection, though not for festival crowd control.