New Supermarket Opens in Como City Center Published: Sun, 14 Jul 2024 Good news for residents and visitors of Como! A new supermarket has opened in the town center, providing service 7 days a week. This new addition is located on Viale Lecco, close to the historic city walls. The location previously housed a hair…
Val Cavargna Accident: 48-Year-Old Man in Serious Condition After Fall Date: Sunday, July 14, 2024 An unfortunate accident occurred in Val Cavargna (Como) this Sunday morning, involving a 48-year-old man. According to the Western Lario Station of the alpine and speleological rescue team, the man slipped and fell into a closed and treacherous valley while…
Police Raid in Piazza Affari Clears Troublemakers Published: Tue, 09 Jul 2024 13:04:00 GMT In a significant operation carried out on Tuesday morning, Italian law enforcement authorities conducted a raid at the former courthouse in Piazza Affari. The purpose of the raid was to remove disruptive groups of young people and dismantle makeshift encampments. Authorities…
Fuel Up in Ticino: Save up to 7 Euros on Gasoline Even amidst fluctuating fuel prices, refueling in Ticino remains a cost-effective choice, especially for expats and visitors in the Lake Como area. You can save up to 7 euros on gasoline if you pay in euros and in cash. This could be a substantial…
Institutions Must Take Action on Variante: Stop the Talk Published: Sun, 14 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT Originally published in La Provincia di Como, this editorial highlights the urgent need for action regarding the Variante road projects. The author expresses frustration at the lack of progress and urges institutions to move beyond mere words. “I’d rather…
Berlusconi and the Airport Renaming: Old Mistakes and New Disputes Published: Sun, 14 Jul 2024 14:00:00 GMT The ongoing controversy over renaming Malpensa Airport after former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi continues to generate heated debates across Italy. The dispute, characterized by a blend of political comedy and typical smaller-scale Italian politics, has once again…
Drug Dealer Arrested in Lake Como Area After Dogs Sniff Out Drugs in Double-Bottomed Soda Can In a noteworthy incident late on Saturday evening, officers from Como‘s provincial command arrested a dealer trafficking methamphetamines and ecstasy in the upper Lake Como area. The apprehension took place in Centro Valle Intelvi, where officers approached a vehicle…
Traffic Plan Revolution in Cernobbio: More Parking Rotation Sought Source: La Provincia di Como The local administration in Cernobbio is gearing up for a major overhaul of its traffic plan, with a focus on increasing the rotation of parking spaces. This move aims to alleviate congestion in the city and make it more accessible for…
Varenna Landslide: Emergency Over, Provincial Road 72 Reopened Sunday, July 14, 2024 Published by LeccoToday After a significant landslide in Varenna, the emergency has finally come to an end with the reopening of Provincial Road 72. The road, an important route for locals and visitors to the Lake Como area, had been closed due to…
Unused Apartments Scandal in Como: ASST Lariana Ownership Source: La Provincia di Como Published: Sun, 14 Jul 2024 10:00:00 GMT If you are an expat or a visitor in the Lake Como area, there is some significant local news that could be of interest. An investigation has uncovered that numerous apartments in Como, from Via…