Ivanka Petrova, the long-serving deputy mayor of Smyadovo, has been appointed to lead a structure associated with President Radev, reportedly with the approval of her GERB party mayor.
A wildfire in Stefani, Corinthia, is believed to have originated from an area with photovoltaic panels, according to the deputy mayor. Strong forces are on site to contain the blaze, which currently has no active front.
Begoña Villacís, the former deputy mayor of Madrid, discusses her life three years after leaving politics, now serving as executive director of the Spanish Association of Data Centers and working as a pundit.
Justyna Glusman has resigned from her position as Deputy Mayor of Ochota, Warsaw, reportedly due to her opposition to the construction of a sports hall at Skra.
The mayor of Paros, along with the deputy mayor and two other individuals, have been arrested and brought before the Syros Prosecutor's Office in connection with a fire at the island's landfill. The arrests follow an investigation into the cause of the blaze.
The municipality of Vransko reportedly violated business restrictions by ordering services worth 2,000 euros from a fire department led by the deputy mayor; a commission proposes strictly controlled exceptions to the prohibition.
A deputy mayor of Warsaw stated that the authority issuing permits for mass events is not required to assess their environmental impact, including noise emissions, in response to a letter from the Ombudsman.
A new ultra-Orthodox Haredi Public Party, led by Beit Shemesh deputy mayor Moti Leitner, launched on Sunday with a major advertising campaign in haredi cities, aiming for a Knesset spot.
Podgorica Deputy Mayor Nađa Ljiljanić has urged the director of sports facilities to reverse the decision to lock the gates of the Small Sports Stadium, advocating for continued public access to the space.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski is set to announce two new deputy mayors on July 15, filling vacancies left by recent resignations, with expectations that two women will be appointed.
The Deputy Mayor of Subotica announced a new tender for the City Hall roof and expressed the city's dissatisfaction with the condition of the aqua park in Palić, detailing results and plans for the current city administration's term.
Zagreb's Deputy Mayor Luka Korlaet announced plans to increase the city's housing fund by approximately 1000 units, expanding the existing fund of around 6500 apartments.
Emmanuel Grégoire, First Deputy Mayor of Paris, has presented a new method to address 1000 'black spots' identified as problematic for cleanliness in the city. The plan is based on a 2023 study that, with the help of Parisian sanitation workers, cataloged 1412 such areas into eight typologies.
Riga's deputy mayor announced plans for a unified application system for 10th grade admissions next year, encompassing general education schools, vocational colleges, and art and music schools. This aims to streamline the process for students applying to various educational institutions.
Martin Kapitulík, the former Deputy Mayor of Žilina, has announced his candidacy for the position of chairman of the Žilina Self-Governing Region in the 2026 elections, leveraging his experience in municipal politics.
The Central Investigative Prosecutor's Office announced the termination of the arrest of a former Fidesz deputy mayor in Budapest's 3rd district, citing that the specific reasons for his detention in the Óbuda corruption case have ceased.
A by-election for deputy mayor in Aglandjia, Cyprus, has been criticized as a farce and a waste of public funds, recording a historically low turnout of 27.73 percent.
The Office for the Protection of Competition in the Czech Republic made an error by revealing to the head of Prague Services that the deputy mayor had filed a complaint against him, leading to an apology from the office.
Podgorica Deputy Mayor Boris Spalević and Water and Sewerage Director Aleksandar Nišavić have appealed to citizens to use water responsibly, emphasizing its critical importance during the summer period.
Candidates for deputy mayor in Aglandjia, Andri Hadjiandreou and Prokopis Prokopiou, called on residents to cast their votes in the ongoing by-election after they themselves had voted.
The Deputy Mayor has announced her departure from the HDZ party, explaining her decision after months of silence. She accused individuals with whom she collaborated daily, hinting at internal party conflicts.
A violent clash erupted between CPI(M) and BJP councillors at the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, resulting in injuries to Mayor VV Rajesh, Deputy Mayor G Ashanath, and others.
Emmanuel Grégoire, Deputy Mayor of Paris, reported an increase in mortality due to the ongoing heatwave and solemnly urged residents to be cautious, protect themselves from the sun, and avoid going out during the hottest hours.
Victor Chironda, former deputy mayor and municipal councilor of Chisinau, has announced he is evaluating the possibility of joining the team of Alexandru Vornicu, the candidate proposed by PAS for the position of general mayor of Chisinau in the 2027 elections.
Prague city councilors, following a proposal from Deputy Mayor Jaromír Beránek, dismissed Ondřej Prokop, an ANO party councilor and mayoral candidate, from the supervisory board of the city's transport company (DPP), with Prokop alleging it was an act of revenge by the Pirates.
Andy Burnham's recent by-election victory in Makerfield has intensified discussions about his potential challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party and his path to becoming Prime Minister. The win has sparked widespread speculation regarding Starmer's future and a potential power struggle within Labour.
Taxi drivers in Sofia support the introduction of digital permits but are against the elimination of physical stickers, following proposals for such changes presented by Sofia Deputy Mayor Ivan Goychev.
The process to fill the vacant position of deputy mayor of Aglandjia has begun, with a by-election possible if more than one candidate comes forward. The vacancy arose after former deputy mayor Andreas Constantinou's departure.
An inter-union group of perischool animators in Paris is protesting understaffing, stating they have received no concrete responses to their demands after meeting with Deputy Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire.
Milan Balažic has resigned as mayor of Moravče, announcing his decision from custody due to circumstances related to ongoing criminal proceedings against him, with the deputy mayor set to take over.
EKRE chairman Martin Helme's unsuccessful effort to appoint a political ally to a key position in Viljandi may result in a deputy mayor in the town losing her job, according to Sakala.
Sofia's Deputy Mayor for Public Construction, Nikola Lyutov, will be questioned by the municipal council's territorial planning committee regarding unaddressed deficiencies in the newly built sewage system in Dragalevtsi.
Podgorica's Deputy Mayor Nađa Ljiljanić announced that the authorities find any candidate acceptable if agreed upon by the 'For the Future of Podgorica' coalition, with a proposal expected by the end of the week.
A former deputy mayor in Denmark has been acquitted in a case concerning fraud with EU funds, with the court ruling that the indictment did not substantiate an unjustified gain.
Wellington's Deputy Mayor Ben McNulty has criticized the $600,000 bill for a new library website, stating that the council could have had a similar project built for a fraction of the cost.
Milan Balažic, the Mayor of Moravče, is suspected of multiple corruption offenses following a court order for house searches. The deputy mayor, Marko Kladnik, is also suspected of aiding in bribery.
The Fidesz-KDNP faction in Győr, Hungary, has approved the opposition mayor's proposal to appoint Renáta Balog-Farkas as a second deputy mayor, a suggestion they had rejected a year prior.
Visual evidence has surfaced in Heraklion, allegedly showing a 77-year-old former deputy mayor brutally killing a kitten by repeatedly hitting it against a wall, contradicting his claims and leading to felony charges.
Greek police have arrested dozens of individuals, including a deputy mayor, in connection with a large-scale fraud scheme involving EU agricultural subsidies. The criminal organization is accused of illegally obtaining millions of euros in farm aid.
Marcin Gołek, the first deputy mayor of Poznań, is under scrutiny for receiving a disproportionately high severance package after working only seven months in a municipal company last year.
Former Prague Deputy Mayor Petr Hlubuček and lobbyist Michal Redl may have their bail money returned, which they deposited in 2022 for release from custody. The Prague 9 District Court, handling the "Dozimetr" case, made this decision for the second time.
Bulgaria's caretaker Minister of Finance, Georgi Klisurski, will return to his previous role as Deputy Mayor of Sofia for finance, effective May 26. During his tenure as minister, his duties were covered by Mayor Vasil Terziyski.
Tallinn's Deputy Mayor Joel Jesse announced the city's strategic shift towards adopting bidirectional trams, aiming to enhance its public transportation system.
Sofia's Deputy Mayor for Urban Planning, Lyubomir Georgiev, announced that every construction project on the unique 'Shishman' street will be closely scrutinized.
Former Deputy Mayor Irina Gutnic has filed a complaint with Moldova's National Anti-corruption Center, accusing Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban of abuse of power.
Ákos Radnóti, the former Fidesz deputy mayor of Győr, whose whereabouts have been a subject of discussion for two years, appeared as a witness in the Győr Regional Court for a case concerning the city's waste management company.
Sofia's Deputy Mayor for Urban Development, Lyubo Georgiev, announced that the municipality will propose an alternative solution for the construction site in Mladost 3, suggesting a lower building instead of the planned 22-story structure.
Mariusz Wiśniewski, the former deputy mayor of Poznań whom Mayor Jaśkowiak sought to remove, has returned with a new initiative by founding the "Poznań Jutra" (Poznań Tomorrow) association.
Ivan Goychev, Sofia's Deputy Mayor for Digitalization, describes the initial state of data in the Sofia Municipality as dozens of folders with thousands of paper sheets and inconsistent Excel tables, highlighting challenges in digitalization.
Zagreb Deputy Mayor Luka Korlaet urged building co-owners to participate in a city-funded initiative to remove graffiti from facades, noting that information about the program is not reaching citizens effectively.
Croatian Defense Minister Ivan Anušić visited Nova Gradiška to endorse HDZ candidates Bernardin Trnka for mayor and Bruno Bušić for deputy mayor, ahead of the extraordinary local elections on May 17.
Helsinki's Deputy Mayor and Council Vice-Chair have proposed changing the city's tram colors back to the traditional yellow-green, following an earlier announcement by Helsinki Region Transport about a color change as the network expands.
The opposition in Zrenjanin, Serbia, has called on the Special Department for Suppression of Corruption and the Basic Public Prosecutor's Office to investigate and prosecute alleged criminal activities by the deputy mayor.
Citizens in Helsinki are advocating for a portion of a 10 million euro budget to be directed towards remedial education, though the deputy mayor suggests it should be covered by basic funding.
A delegation from the City of Vienna, led by Deputy Mayor Barbara Novak, visited Sarajevo. Discussions included the use of artificial intelligence in budget planning.
Jiří Fremr, a former advisor to Prague Deputy Mayor Jiří Pospíšil, is scheduled to testify as a witness in the 'Dozimetr' corruption scandal. Fremr is frequently mentioned in the extensive indictment, though he is only a witness in the main branch of the case.
Emmanuel Grégoire, First Deputy Mayor of Paris, has launched four major initiatives focusing on after-school care, housing, sheltering people experiencing homelessness, and the Parc des Princes, with a City Council meeting scheduled for April 14 to implement these priorities.
The Tisza Party has posted a new audio recording allegedly featuring a Fidesz deputy mayor coordinating the distribution of 500 food packages before Easter.
Debrecen Deputy Mayor Lajos Barcsa claims that an audio recording released by Zsolt Tárkányi, which allegedly shows Barcsa discussing aiding Jobbik's campaign against the Tisza Party, was manipulated using AI. Barcsa responded with another audio recording to counter the claims.
With one month until the Okinawa gubernatorial poll, the election is shaping up as a contest between incumbent Gov. Denny Tamaki and former Naha deputy mayor Genta Koja.
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) filed two complaints challenging the election results for a new deputy mayor in Istanbul’s Üsküdar district.
Sofia Deputy Mayor Viktor Chaushev explains how unofficial approval from Brussels for new public transport vehicles was received during the caretaker government, with subsequent governments continuing communication to secure the funds.
A man, identified as the brother of a deputy mayor, was arrested in Psatha for breaching a police cordon at the site of a helicopter crash and colliding with debris. The incident occurred during an investigation into the crash of two helicopters.
The Croatian government has called for new snap elections for mayor and deputy mayor in Nova Gradiška, scheduled for September 6, following the resignation of Mayor Vinko Grgić in June.
A Karnataka government officer was attacked for allegedly excluding Bangladeshi and Pakistani nationals from the SIR list, prompting the former deputy mayor to demand the resignation of the state's home minister.
Nikola Lyutov, Deputy Mayor of Sofia, announced that the construction of the sewerage system in Dragalevtsi is delayed by 865 days, with a proposed fine of 1.6 million euros.
Brian Halsdorf has resigned from his position as Deputy Mayor of Kayl after just one year, citing professional reasons, with Romain Daubenfeld expected to succeed him.
The City of Tallinn is considering the future of dilapidated Old Town properties, with a deputy mayor suggesting the sale of some municipal buildings to address vacancies.
Toronto Deputy Mayor Mike Colle has urged police to release more details about the shootings that occurred during the Salsa on St. Clair festival, stating that police have 'good clear video' of the incident.
Tallinn Deputy Mayor Kristjan Järvan has proposed reducing heritage and traffic regulations to revitalize the city's Kesklinn and Old Town, as businesses and residents continue to depart the area.
A 28-year-old man has been conditionally sentenced to seven months in prison for attacking and threatening Bojan Ivošević, the former deputy mayor of Split, in September 2022. The defendant admitted guilt in the non-final verdict.
The Greek Ministry of Interior is preparing a temporary solution to the significant issue affecting municipalities and regions concerning unpaid deputy mayors who also work in the public sector.
Paula Romocean, the USR Deputy Mayor of Timișoara, lost her legal battle against the National Integrity Agency (ANI) which found her incompatible with her position. Mayor Dominic Fritz commented that the incompatibility regime has become uncontrollable.
The former MSZP deputy mayor of Óbuda, Gergő Czeglédy, provided a detailed confession about organizing a two-tiered bribery system in the district with a local Fidesz strongman. This confession sheds light on alleged corruption that has been rumored for decades.
The Deputy Mayor of Paris has controversially attributed the ongoing heat wave in France to the widespread use of air conditioning in the United States, sparking debate on climate change and energy consumption.
Prosecutors have requested the extension of arrests for suspects in the Óbuda park maintenance and corruption scandal for another three months, though a Fidesz deputy mayor involved in the case has been released.
Croatia's Conflict of Interest Commission has issued several fines for misconduct, with the mayor and deputy mayor of Vrhovine, along with a former Post director, receiving some of the largest penalties.
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar attributed the deadly heatwave in her city to American greenhouse gas emissions, specifically criticizing the US reliance on air conditioning.
Marta Higueras, former deputy mayor under Manuela Carmena, has launched 'Independientes por Madrid,' a new municipalist party. The move comes amidst significant fragmentation within Madrid's left-wing political landscape, presenting an alternative to national parties.
Sarajevo's Deputy Mayor, Predrag Puharić, announced that city councilors will consider adopting new mega road projects at an emergency session, despite ongoing challenges in completing existing infrastructure.
The city of Helsinki paid a consulting firm 17,000 euros to plan a study trip, a revelation that surprised the deputy mayor and prompted questions from councilors about the tangible benefits of such expensive trips.
During a tumultuous session, Warsaw city councilors from the Law and Justice party submitted motions to dismiss three deputy mayors, but these were rejected by votes from the Civic Coalition councilors.
The Deputy Mayor of Municipal Police and Public Spaces for the Municipality of Athens, Eleni Zontirou, stated that Athens' transformation requires practical, everyday solutions in addition to large-scale projects.
Sofia Municipality forecasts a deficit of between €45 million and €61 million in its transport companies by 2026, according to Deputy Mayor for Transport Viktor Chaushev.
An elevated railway network has been proposed for Limassol, Cyprus, as a potential solution to the city's escalating traffic problems, with the concept put forward by the deputy mayor.
Evangelos Tournas, Greece's Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, held a working meeting with deputy mayors of Civil Protection from all Attica municipalities. The discussion focused on coordinating actions for cleaning plots of land, with inspections set to begin on June 23.
An investigation has been launched after Roland Kósa, the Deputy Mayor of Győr, filed a complaint regarding several local organizations receiving NKA (National Cultural Fund) money under suspicious circumstances, all linked to Fidesz representative Balázs Juhász.
Mayor Balažic has resigned due to circumstances related to criminal proceedings, with Deputy Mayor Janez Vidic set to lead the Moravče municipality until the autumn local elections.
Local officials, councilors, and citizens gathered in Sofia's Borisova Garden to hear the Deputy Mayor discuss revitalization plans for the park, indicating a 'recharge' for the capital's green space.
Mirela Džehverović, Deputy Mayor of Sarajevo, hosted Sanja Lopar, an entrepreneur from Pula and Geneva, to discuss strengthening ties between Sarajevo and Pula through cultural, tourism, and creative industry initiatives.
A heated altercation broke out during a Municipal Council meeting in Ilioupoli, Greece, involving the deputy mayor and several council members. The incident led to the live broadcast of the meeting being cut.
Elections for the positions of Mohali Mayor and Senior Deputy Mayor are scheduled for May 9, following the oath-taking ceremony of the city's councillors.
A deputy mayor was among 14 individuals arrested in a large-scale corruption raid in northern Israel. The Nahariya Municipality confirmed its personnel were involved in the investigation.
The Deputy Mayor of Čačak, Vladan Milić, announced that the rehabilitation works on the Rzav water system have been completed, and residents are expected to receive technical water today.
Police in Split arrested a disturbed man who verbally attacked an elderly woman in the city center, an incident witnessed by former deputy mayor Bojan Ivošević who called the police.
Irina Gutnic, the former deputy mayor of Chisinau, published video footage of Mayor Ion Ceban in her office, claiming it was taken before her dismissal and that he came to negotiate.
Twenty individuals, including a deputy mayor, have been arrested in Crete for their involvement in a scheme to defraud the EU of over 3 million euros in agricultural subsidies. The suspects have been handed over to the European Public Prosecutor's Office.
A by-election will be called for the position of deputy mayor in the Nicosia suburb of Aglandjia. The need for a new election arose after the previous holder, Andreas Constantinou, was elected as a member of parliament.
Athens Deputy Mayor Maria Stratigaki clarified that the 'MyAthens' hostel for addicted individuals is not closing but will be upgraded, responding to concerns raised by Kostas Bakoyannis.
Jiří Karvánek, the partner of former Prague Deputy Mayor Petr Hlubuček (STAN), is scheduled to testify in the Dozimetr corruption case. According to the indictment, lobbyist Redl allegedly paid for the couple's vacation.
The deputy mayor of Pazin, Croatia, who was a member of the Možemo! party, has resigned from their position. Despite the resignation, a party official stated that there are no significant issues.
Emmanuel Grégoire, the mayor of Paris, has expressed confidence in the city's schools and welcomed the accelerated investigations into violence occurring in Parisian after-school care programs.
A former deputy mayor of Chisinau has declared that Ion Ceban is a "danger" to both the municipality and Moldova, launching various accusations against the capital's mayor.
Romania's National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA) has conducted raids at Bucharest's Sector 3 City Hall and Local Police. The investigation targets an alleged corruption network, including how a deputy mayor's associate became police chief despite failing a competition.
Audrey Pulvar, Deputy Mayor of Paris, shared in an interview that she has not driven a car since 2015, highlighting her personal commitment to environmental sustainability.
Emmanuel Grégoire, the deputy mayor of Paris, is working with city teams to map and address 1000 areas identified as regular sites for litter and illegal dumping across the capital.
Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad is reportedly weighing a bid to form a new political party with a former Jerusalem deputy mayor, aiming to translate his social media support into political influence.
Kocsik Tekla, the deputy mayor of Budapest's 12th district, has resigned, though district leader Gergely Kovács stated he still counts on her work within the representative body.
A ban on battery factories in Budafok, Hungary, intended to prevent large-scale industrial operations, has been criticized by a deputy mayor for potentially making even simple phone battery replacements illegal.
Michał Olszewski, the former Deputy Mayor of Warsaw, is set to become the Vice-President of Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (Polish Nuclear Power Plants), a state-owned company, starting in June.
The BYD factory in Szeged, Hungary, will be located 500 meters from residential buildings, according to the local deputy mayor. Functions generating higher noise levels will be situated in more distant sections of the plant.
Hollósy András, the Fidesz deputy mayor of Miskolc, along with Fidesz faction leader Gábor Bajusz, resigned following their party's defeat in the recent elections, with another party representative also leaving the faction.
The faction supporting Óbuda-Békásmegyer Mayor Kiss László has significantly shrunk, with seven members, including three deputy mayors, defecting to a new representative group called Városvédők, leaving only three members in the original faction.
The affluent Swiss town of St. Moritz is implementing a new social initiative, introducing income-based rents. The deputy mayor proposed a system where rental costs are proportional to earnings, with the first 19 apartments under this scheme soon to be available.
Prague's Deputy Mayor for Transport, Jaromír Beránek of the Pirate Party, has proposed restricting transit traffic on Smetanovo nábřeží and Malostranské náměstí, a plan opposed by coalition partners from the ODS party.
The Deputy Mayor of Sofia announced that fines for illegal waste dumping have been increased to 15,000 euros, with cameras being used to enforce the new regulations.
Authorities in Germasogeia, Cyprus, have declared eight buildings dangerous and posted 'Do Not Enter' signs, leading the Deputy Mayor to demand state support for the displaced residents.
The traditional "Burning of Judas" custom in Heraklion, Crete, resulted in significant damage to the urban environment, drawing strong criticism from Deputy Mayor Antonis Perisynakis.
The Riga District Court postponed the trial of Andris Vurčs, a former deputy mayor of Olaine, who is accused of providing false information to the municipal election commission. The criminal case was scheduled to begin on Friday.
Paavo Arhinmäki, Deputy Mayor of Helsinki, has indicated that future financial support for the Helsinki Skating Club (HSK) may be jeopardized following allegations of inappropriate behavior by coach Mirjami Penttinen.
Former deputy mayor Bojan Ivošević accuses Tomislav Šuta of lying about the insecurity of Poljud stadium, claiming to possess a document from January 2026, signed by Šuta, which confirms the stadium's safety.
Deputy Mayor Boris Spalević stated that 'D.O.O. Deponija' serves as an example of successful public enterprise management in Podgorica, highlighting its stability, efficiency, and development-oriented approach.
A court has ruled that New Jersey regulators do not have the authority to prevent Kalshi, a prediction market platform, from offering contracts related to sports events.
Former Lovosice deputy mayors Miroslav Závada and Vladimíra Nováková are awaiting a court verdict on charges of creating fictitious contracts worth hundreds of thousands for the regional property management company. Závada also faces a combined sentence for shooting Nováková's husband.
New York City Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice, Julie Su, discussed initiatives for job creation, a new business advisory council, plans for city-run grocery stores, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s new pied-à-terre tax on second homes.
Tallinn has no plans to rebuild the stormwater drainage system to clean water at Inglirand beach; instead, Deputy Mayor Kristjan Järvan stated the city is focusing on identifying illegal wastewater connections.
The Brașov Court of Appeal has definitively acquitted Flavia Boghiu, former USR deputy mayor of Brașov, in the 'Catacombs' case where she was accused of abuse of office by the National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA).
A devastating wildfire that rapidly spread on the Greek island of Paros, originating from a landfill, has led to the arrest of the island's mayor and deputy mayor. The fire, which began on Tuesday, has seen rekindling in affected areas.
Bojan Ivošević, former Deputy Mayor of Split, has alleged that money from organized crime is circulating in the city's nightclubs, stating that the current mayor had promised to bring order to the city center.
Gábor Vadász, the deputy mayor of Hegyvidék (District XII), has resigned from his position. He stated that his decision was due to what he perceives as the authoritarian leadership style of Mayor Gergely Kovács.
The former deputy mayor of Óbuda allegedly arranged for the Duna-parti Bivalyos csárda (tavern) to be sold to his own company, which was registered under a straw man's name, with the municipality selling the property below market value in 2021.
Emmanuel Grégoire, the First Deputy Mayor of Paris, announced that the City of Paris will file a defamation complaint against Rachida Dati. Dati, co-president of the main opposition group, had claimed the city incurred "criminal responsibility" for its exclusive role in recruiting perischool agents.
Tallinn's Deputy Mayor, Kristjan Järvan, has criticized the recently refurbished Lastekodu street, stating that its new traffic-calming measures are confusing for drivers and were unnecessarily expensive.
Moldova's State Chancellery is demanding the annulment of Svetlana Dogotaru's appointment as Deputy Mayor of Chisinau, arguing that Mayor Ion Ceban exceeded his authority by dismissing Irina Gutnic from the position.
The Sofia Municipal Council unanimously approved the request from Deputy Mayor for Transport Viktor Chaushev to increase the capital of "Sofia Electric Transport" EAD by up to 41.8 million euros.
Ascensión Murillo, a former senator and historic leader of the PSOE in Extremadura, has died at the age of 64. She served as spokesperson for the Extremaduran socialists, a member of the National Executive, and first deputy mayor of Mérida.
Emmanuel Grégoire, Deputy Mayor of Paris, defended the city against accusations in the extracurricular scandal, stating that Paris has 'never protected sexual violence' and that the issue demands a significant portion of his time and energy.
Albert Batlle, Barcelona's Deputy Mayor for Prevention and Security, humorously suggested using private establishments like El Corte Inglés to escape the heat, referencing a personal anecdote during a public hearing.
Karoline Edtstadler is undertaking a significant restructuring of the Salzburg ÖVP, aiming to position the city's party in opposition to the current Red-Red-Green coalition with a new deputy mayor.
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar argued that the US bears a significant share of the responsibility for the climate crisis driving such extreme weather.
Andri Hadjiandreou was sworn in as Aglandjia's new deputy mayor after winning Sunday's election with 55.49 percent of the vote. The ceremony took place at the Nicosia district government offices.
Residents of Aglandjia, Cyprus, elected Andri Hadjiandreou as their new deputy mayor on Sunday. She defeated Prokopis Prokopiou with support from a coalition of parties including Akel, Edek, Alma, and the Ecologists Movement and Greens.
Voters in Aglandjia, Cyprus, are heading to the polls on Sunday to elect a new deputy mayor following the resignation of Andreas Constantinou, with two independent candidates contesting the seat.
Katarina Vučić, the Deputy Mayor of Vinkovci, has left the HDZ party, citing pressures and parallel governance within the city administration. She will retain her mandate as an independent official.
Eight municipal officials, including a deputy mayor, have been detained in northwestern Turkey as part of an investigation into a factory fire last year that killed seven workers, including three minors.
The bust of Nikos Xylouris has been returned to its place in Cyprus Square in the center of Heraklion, following its vandalism in April 2026. The Mayor of Heraklion, Alexis Kalokairinos, and the Deputy Mayor were present at the reinstallation.
József Tóth-Szántai, the Fidesz mayor of Miskolc, Hungary, has been convicted of defaming the former deputy mayor in 2024, though the city leader plans to appeal the decision.
A proposal to expand the paid parking zone in Szeged, Hungary, was rejected and did not even reach the city council, with Deputy Mayor Sándor Nagy noting that representatives who previously supported it had turned against it.
Politicians from Poland's Law and Justice (PiS) party are demanding the dismissal of Deputy Mayor Renata Kaznowska and other Civic Coalition officials from the supervisory board of the Southern Hospital, holding them responsible for employment decisions.
Turkish police have detained 15 individuals, including the deputy mayor of the CHP-run Seferihisar Municipality in İzmir, as part of an ongoing bribery investigation.
The town of Lišov in the Czech Republic is seeking nearly two million crowns from its independent mayor, Pavel Dvořák, for delayed and incomplete project documentation he handled in 2023 while serving as deputy mayor.
Mayor Balažic of Moravče has resigned from his position due to circumstances related to criminal proceedings, with Deputy Mayor Janez Vidic set to lead the municipality until the autumn local elections.
Antoni Vives, former Deputy Mayor of Barcelona, highlights the Sagrada Família's universal appeal, attributing it to its deep local and Catalan roots, making it more than just an architectural masterpiece.
A debate is ongoing in Norway regarding municipal mergers in Lofoten, with the deputy mayor of Bodø suggesting Oslo should decide, a proposal rejected by the municipal minister.
Olga Dourou, Deputy Mayor for Cleaning, Recycling, and Mechanical Services of the Municipality of Athens, discusses blue recycling bins and related narratives.
A car accident involving a large bear occurred on the Egnatia Odos in the Grevena region of Greece. The deputy mayor of Deskati, who was involved in the incident, managed to escape his vehicle unharmed.
Two individuals have been arrested on suspicion of corruption, reportedly including the mayor and deputy mayor of Moravče. The arrests are part of an ongoing investigation into alleged illicit activities.
The former home of Fürst György, a convicted and wanted ex-deputy mayor involved in a parking case, is reportedly being sold for 649 million forints in Hungary, with his Rolls Royce photographed in the garage.
Bojan Ivošević, former Deputy Mayor of Split, responded to a statement from the football club Hajduk concerning a study for Poljud stadium, claiming he had previously issued warnings about Mihanović.
Right-wing politicians in Poland have criticized a city's celebration of Africa Day and the increasing number of foreign students, drawing a strong rebuke from the deputy mayor.
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar is set to propose granting honorary citizenship of Paris to Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank during the next Paris Council meeting in June.
Demolition work has begun on the notorious "filthy staircase" (Kusitorni) in Itäkeskus, Helsinki, much to the satisfaction of Deputy Mayor Johanna Laisaari.
Vladimir Temelkov, the deputy mayor for digitalization, European policies, business development, and education, has resigned from the Plovdiv municipality for the second time within a year, marking the sixth such departure.
A court has awarded Biliana Petrova 15,000 euros in compensation for non-pecuniary damages she suffered during her one-year detention on charges of bribery, while she was a deputy mayor.
The Mumbai deputy mayor has issued a warning to shops and hotels, threatening 'Shiv Sena-style' action if they fail to install prominently visible Marathi signboards within a month.
Zagreb's Deputy Mayor announced that enrollment for city kindergartens will take place from May 13 to May 22, with preliminary results to be published in June.
Sarajevo Mayor Samir Avdić visited Srebrenica to sign an agreement with Deputy Mayor Hamdija Fejzić, allocating 150,000 KM for co-financing the paving of the Sjedače - Klotjevac road section.
Emmanuel Grégoire, the new Socialist Deputy Mayor of Paris, revealed his 'five priorities' for the maintenance, improvement, and transformation of public spaces, aiming to establish a 'right to beauty' across all Parisian neighborhoods.
The owners of the 118-year-old Dragør Badehotel have withdrawn their application to demolish the property and replace it with townhouses, according to a conservative deputy mayor.
The director of the municipal police in Nice has filed a complaint with the Nice public prosecutor's office, alleging 'progressive marginalization,' 'deterioration of working conditions,' and the 'omnipotence' of Véronique and Anthony Borré.
A former ITN Member of Parliament and 'Big Brother' participant has been appointed as the Deputy Mayor for Finance by Kocev in a Bulgarian municipality.
Miroslav Marković, Deputy Mayor of Varaždin and SDP Member of Parliament, has requested documentation from multiple institutions regarding the company Tipos Resurs, owned by the Šincek couple.
A court has rejected singer Delhusa Gjon's lawsuit against the Deputy Mayor of Újbuda, though the singer reportedly does not give up and the Deputy Mayor is ready for the continuation.
Nicosia's municipal swimming pool is set to open to the public on Monday, May 18, marking its first full summer season in years, according to the Deputy Mayor.
The mayor and deputy mayor of Durlești, Eleonora Șaran and Mihai Enachi, have been released from house arrest and placed under judicial control, a decision that prosecutors intend to contest.
The GYHG trial continued with the second testimony from Csaba András Dézsi, the former Fidesz mayor of Győr, alongside hearings for his former deputy mayor and chief of staff.
Officials in Oroklini, Cyprus, including the deputy mayor and head of Larnaca technical services, have warned that the coastline is experiencing significant erosion and subsidence, requiring immediate action.
A family publicly thanked a former deputy mayor of Corinth for saving their 10-year-old son from drowning in Loutraki, expressing profound gratitude for the heroic act.
Marina Raditsa, a former deputy mayor of Corinth and a nurse, demonstrated composure and professionalism by saving a 10-year-old boy from choking at a tavern in Loutraki.
Dăncuş Ioan Doru, the mayor of Baia Mare, has been indicted for continuous embezzlement, accused of using official vehicles for personal interests during his tenure as deputy mayor.
Sofia University has rejected accusations of antisemitism, declaring itself the target of a "defamatory and discrediting campaign" and accusing the Israeli ambassador of "gross interference in academic autonomy."