Santa Coloma

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Other•4 Related•Jun 26, 2026 • 06:46

Youth Starts Fire with Hidden Lighter at Andorra's CREI Centre, Prompting Evacuation

Firefighters quickly extinguished a wastebasket fire set by a youth at Andorra's CREI residential centre in Santa Coloma, evacuating all amid heavy smoke. No one was hurt, and authorities will tighten entry checks after the lighter bypassed protocols.

Multiple Minor Crashes in Andorra Injure Van Driver, Pedestrian, Riders; One Motorcyclist in ICU

Several light injuries occurred in traffic incidents across Andorra over four days, affecting a van driver, pedestrian, motorcyclists, and cyclist. A solo motorcycle crash involving alcohol led to emergency spleen surgery and ICU admission.

Environment•4 Related•Jun 23, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra la Vella Launches Five Climate Shelters to Combat Heatwaves

The shelters target peak heat hours, prioritizing elderly, children, and those with health issues, with €35,000 funding to boost urban resilience against worsening weather extremes.

Sports•4 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 07:05

Pidcock Edges Verona to Win Andorra MoraBanc Clàssica in Tense Sprint

British climber Tom Pidcock surged past race creator Carlos Verona in the final 200m to claim the second edition of the grueling Andorran classic, highlighting local residents' dominance.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 14:15

Andorra Opposition Slams Heliport Cost Overruns and Forest Destruction

Andorra's Social Democratic Party attacked the La Caubella heliport for ballooning expenses and ecological damage during a parliamentary session. The government countered by stressing its necessity for safety and national air management, while fast-tracking a €200K Santa Coloma backup site.

Andorra Opens €30K Tender for Santa Coloma Emergency Heliport Upgrades

Andorran authorities launch a public tender to hire an engineering firm for designing upgrades to the Santa Coloma firefighters' station emergency heliport. The contract excludes actual construction, estimated separately at €200,000, to ensure safety and efficiency as a national backup facility.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:30

Andorra Unveils 64 Summer Museum Nights Events from June to September

Andorra's 2024 Nits d’Estiu als Museus launches with concerts at historic sites, open-air cinema, astronomy sessions, and gastronomic pairings, coordinated by museums and FEDA for broad appeal.

Sports•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:30

UE Santa Coloma and Rangers Clear Debts to Secure Multisegur League Spots

Andorran top flight stays at 10 teams after UE Santa Coloma and Rangers met registration deadline by settling player wages and debts, averting exclusion risks ahead of FAF's final approval on June 25.

Sports•3 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

UE Santa Coloma Players Demand €180K in Delayed Salaries, Slam Owners

UE Santa Coloma players blast club owners for chronic payment delays totaling €180,000+, rejecting dialogue attempts while demanding swift resolution to avoid court.

Other•2 Related•Jun 09, 2026 • 12:15

Two Injured in Minor Kitchen Fire on Carrer Gil Torres in Andorra

A pot left on the stove sparked a kitchen fire in a first-floor apartment, injuring two with minor smoke inhalation. Emergency services swiftly contained the incident with limited damage.

Red Mini Cooper Bursts into Flames on CG-1 Near Margineda Roundabout

A red Mini Cooper with Andorran plates caught fire on the northbound CG-1 near Margineda roundabout in Santa Coloma. Emergency services extinguished it quickly with no injuries, but diversions led to major traffic delays.

Environment•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Sostenible Launches Environment Week with Record Green Schools Forum

Andorra Sostenible launched Environment Week on June 4 with record 16th Green Schools Forum, drawing nearly 300 pupils from 28 schools for sustainability projects.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra's General Council Displays Embroidered Tribute to 1968 Women's Suffrage Petition

Joana Baygual's artwork *Ens necessitem totes*, featuring 378 signatures demanding political rights, is unveiled in the Sala de Passos Perduts, honoring the campaign that secured women's vote in 1970.

Other•4 Related•Jun 02, 2026 • 07:46

Andorra Police Probe 7 Burglaries and Attempt Across Parishes

Authorities prioritize identifying suspects amid cyclic crime waves, urging residents to use double locks, alarms, and report suspicious activity immediately.

Other•3 Related•May 29, 2026 • 07:31

Police Probe Apartment Break-In Near Avinguda Doctor Mitjavila in Andorra la Vella

No forced entry found in ransacked flat discovered by relative; seventh furt this May amid rising thefts in changing neighborhood.

Culture•5 Related•May 29, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Bishop Announces Parish Reorganization with Key Priest Shifts

Major leadership changes in Andorran parishes include rector transitions in Sant Julià, Escaldes-Engordany, and new diocesan roles to meet evolving territorial and demographic needs.

Spanish Car Crashes into Andorra la Vella Roundabout, Second Incident on Busy Avenue

A vehicle lost control and smashed into a roundabout boundary in Andorra la Vella's busiest access area. Emergency teams cleared the scene quickly. It's the second accident in days on the avenue, following a Friday collision that hurt a teenage motorcyclist.

Other•3 Related•May 24, 2026 • 07:01

Two Crashes Hit Andorra la Vella's Avinguda Santa Coloma in 24 Hours

A Spanish car smashed into a roundabout on a key Andorra la Vella road yesterday morning, hours after a motorcycle collision injured a teenage girl on the same avenue. Police and emergency teams responded to both.

Health•4 Related•May 21, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra Introduces Bill to Regulate New Pharmacy Openings with Population and Distance Rules

Andorran officials presented legislation updating 1977 rules to control pharmacy saturation. It sets strict criteria for openings in parishes, limits online prescription sales, and imposes fines to ensure fair access nationwide.

Culture•4 Related•May 20, 2026 • 18:03

Motand 2025: Andorra la Vella Motorcycle Event Expands with 1,500-2,000 Expected Visitors

Fourth edition features Hollywood stunt star Sarah Lezito, 31 businesses across five locations, and new routes targeting high-spending French bikers to boost local sales.

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.

Politics•3 Related•May 17, 2026 • 21:16

Andorra LGTBIQA+ Law Stalls as Term Ends, Diversand Cites Indifference

Diversand reports officials dismissed their LGTBIQA+ law proposal citing time constraints before the mandate ends. The group urges action on discrimination protocols and education, inspired by Spain's model, amid Andorra's middling European rights ranking.

Andorra Road Accidents Rise to 533 in 2025, Fatalities Plunge to One

Fatalities fell sharply to one from seven amid higher incidents, with injuries up and fines focusing on speeding. Tourist peaks drove summer spikes, police data shows.

Health•5 Related•May 13, 2026 • 14:17

Santa Coloma's Solà d’Enclar Opens as Supported Housing for 21 with Stabilised Mental Disorders

Andorra's refurbished Solà d’Enclar in Santa Coloma launches Thursday as supported housing for up to 21 people with stabilised mental health issues. It provides tailored intensive or minimal support to promote community integration via temporary stays.

Other•4 Related•May 07, 2026 • 19:16

Andorran Emergency Services Respond to Multiple Crashes and Incidents in La Massana and Andorra la Vella

Events included a three-vehicle collision injuring a driver, head-on taxi crash, motorbike rider collapse, minor fire, and two bike accidents, all resolved without ongoing disruptions.