North-east Italy: news archives - Page 8 of 20

Migrant agricultural workers such as these shown carrying crates are prey to gangmasters in Italy

Gangmasters arrested, 33 workers freed

July 16, 2024July 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Police in northern Italy have freed dozens of Indian farm labourers from conditions akin to slavery. Two alleged gangmasters were arrested on Saturday.

Guardrail where the Mestre bus crash happened

Prosecutor’s report on 2023 fatal bus crash in Mestre

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A malfunctioning right pin and joint failure in the steering system caused the fatal bus crash in Mestre on 3rd October 2023, resulting in the deaths of 22 people, says Prosecutor.

Aerial view of Piacenza from Piazza Cavelli. Image by Luca Gionelli Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license. Via Wikimedia Commons

Discover Piacenza: Best things to see and do

June 17, 2024June 17, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In the heart of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, Piacenza is a city rich in history, culture, and culinary delights. While it may not be as well-known as its neighbours, this charming city offers a plethora of experiences.

Parco del Mare Rimini higlighted as a green tourism point in Emilia Romagna. Image courtesy of Visit Rimini

Emilia-Romagna turning tourism green

May 30, 2024May 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Emilia-Romagna, a picturesque region in northern Italy, has firmly positioned itself as a leader in sustainable and green tourism. Renowned for its landscapes, Emilia-Romagna is now drawing attention for its innovative green tourism initiatives and commitment to eco-friendly practices.

extreme weather and flooding in Italy. Still image form video posted by Vigili del fuoco on Twitter/X

Veneto and Lombardy hit by extreme weather

May 17, 2024May 17, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Muson dei Sassi river in Veneto burst its banks during the evening of Thursday/Friday morning. Veneto and Lombardy have been particularly hard hit by extreme weather in the past days.

Venice to require bookings for tourists from summer 2022

Venice takes over €700,000 in first 8 days of charge

May 4, 2024May 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In the eight days since the implementation of the Venice charge for day-trippers, the city has already amassed the projected revenue for the entire three-month duration of the trial initiative.

Venice showing the Chiesa della Salute and entrance to the Grand Canal. There is now a day-tripper charge to enter the city

How did the first day of the day-tripper charge in Venice go?

April 26, 2024April 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On the first day of Venice’s new day-tripper charge for entering the city, there were protests from residents and some confusion at checkpoints. Overall, the mayor hailed it a success.

Lake Como considering daytripper fee to curb overtourism

April 21, 2024April 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Lake Como, known for its glitz and glamour, is besieged by tourism. The third largest lake in Italy has approximately 1.4 million visitors flocking to its shores annually.

Seventh body recovered by fire brigade divers

Seventh body recovered from Enel plant

April 13, 2024April 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Friday, divers from the fire brigade recovered a seventh body from Tuesday’s explosion at Enel Green Power’s Bargi hydroelectric plant on Lake Suviana.

enel hydroelectric plant at Lake Suviana

Little hope of finding survivors after Enel hydroelectric blast

April 11, 2024April 11, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian firefighters said yesterday there is little hope of finding any survivors from Tuesday’s explosion at the Enel hydroelectric plant on Lake Suviana.