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13 Candidates Begin Training for Andorra Municipal Traffic Agents

A group of 13 candidates launched their mandatory 176-hour training programme on Monday, blending theory and practice to equip them for roles in Andorra's parish traffic teams. The 15th intake includes new modules on gender-based violence prevention.

Andorra Property Prices Rise 6% in Q2 2026 Despite Falling Transactions

Property transactions in Andorra dropped 11.8% in Q2 2026 to 473, tempering price gains to 6% year-on-year at €4,457 per square metre, as listed prices outpace sales amid high interest rates and shifting demand for smaller units.

Albert Dorca Begins Second Term as COMA President After Ratification

The Col·legi Oficial de Metges d’Andorra ratified its board for another three years, highlighting past successes in tech upgrades and training while outlining goals for infrastructure and regulatory contributions.

Andorra Police Arrest Two Men for Resisting in Tobacco Smuggling Bust

Authorities subdued the suspects after they abandoned a French car and fled on foot during a routine check. The tobacco haul fell below criminal levels but prompted charges for public authority offenses.

Other•2 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 13:15

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Gender Violence, Couple for Mutual Assault

Hospital staff in Andorra triggered a gender violence alert, leading to a man's arrest for harming his partner. Separately, police detained a fighting tourist couple and a fugitive non-resident.

Andorra Police Arrest Six Drink-Driving Motorists, Two Over Double Legal Limit

Authorities detained the drivers in recent days, with incidents including a crash on the CG-1 highway and erratic driving behaviors. Levels exceeded the 0.8 g/l criminal threshold significantly, causing material damage but no injuries.

Sports•4 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 12:45

BC MoraBanc Andorra Signs Georgian PG Rati Andronikashvili to Two-Month Deal

The Andorran club bolsters its backcourt depth by adding the fast, explosive Georgian international on a short-term contract to ease workload during ACB League games.

Andorra Police Detain Two Portuguese Men for Selling €10K Counterfeit Tools

Authorities arrested the non-residents after a business complaint, seizing 25 suitcases of fake premium-branded tools plus labeling materials worth €10,000. One has prior offenses in Spain.

Andorra Retail Sales Up 4.8% in July, Led by Large Outlets' Non-Food Surge

Data from Andorra's Department of Statistics shows large stores boosted by non-food items, while smaller ones faced inflation pressures. Both sectors reported employment gains, with women dominating the workforce.

Andorra Approves 292 Aid Payments Worth €999K in Q2 2026, Up 22%

Economic aid in Andorra surged in Q2 2026 with 292 approvals totaling nearly €1 million, a 21.9% yearly rise, mainly supporting basic needs for 411 individuals across 277 households. Unemployment aid also increased amid more applications.

Culture•2 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra National Library Closes Temporarily for Archive Relocation Works

The library in Encamp shuts to visitors for six weeks while crews modify the Rosaleda building to welcome the National Archive, with remote support promised to users throughout.

Sports•4 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Chamois Week Hits 80-85% of Quota in Best Event in Years

Favourable weather and strong population growth led to one of the most successful Chamois Weeks, praised by FACIP for safety, youth involvement, and collaborative management that recovered numbers from historic lows.

Sports•2 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 05:45

Ariadna Fenés Shatters Andorran Half-Marathon Record at World Championships

Andorran athlete Ariadna Fenés smashed her personal best and national half-marathon record by 43 seconds on debut at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen.

Andorran Cybersecurity Experts Urge Pre-Planned Incident Response Frameworks

At an Andorra tech event, specialists advised firms to establish advance criteria for executive decisions, response teams, and drills to handle cyber crises effectively amid high stress and limited information.

Other•2 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 21:15

Helicopter Rescues Horse, Hiker in Andorra After Injury Alerts

Andorran firefighters responded to multiple emergencies Sunday, airlifting an injured horse from a mountain refuge and a hiker from a lake area, while a road crash sent a cyclist to hospital.

Sports•4 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 17:00

260 Join 13th Travessa Solidària Race Linking Spain and Andorra

The cross-border event emphasized sport, inclusion, and charity, with prizes awarded to top finishers amid strong community participation.

Culture•2 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 13:00

ONCA Opens 2026-2027 Season with Reflective 'Cap a la llum' Concert

The Orquestra Nacional Clàssica d’Andorra launched its new season in Andorra with a program emphasizing intimate spirituality through Catalan choral pieces and Gabriel Fauré’s radiant Requiem.

Andorra to Boost One-Bedroom Public Housing Amid Senior Demand Surge

Andorra's government plans more one-bedroom public housing to align with surging senior demand, as two- and three-bedroom units sit empty due to profile mismatches. Rental aid and parish-wide access are also prioritized.

Other•2 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Animal Rescue Pushes for Pet Criteria in Rentals After Pregnant Tenant's Eviction

Andorra's ARPA advocates for clear guidelines to assess pets in rentals amid a dispute where a pregnant tenant lost her home over a dog, despite courts finding no issues. The group urges legislative standards to resolve landlord-tenant-pet conflicts fairly.

Sports•2 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 05:30