Fire in Lleida Workshop Causes Floor Collapse and Evacuations
A fire at a workshop in Lleida, Spain, caused the first-floor to collapse and necessitated the evacuation of nine nearby buildings, though most residents have since returned.
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A fire at a workshop in Lleida, Spain, caused the first-floor to collapse and necessitated the evacuation of nine nearby buildings, though most residents have since returned.
A 97-year-old woman has drowned in a private swimming pool in Lleida, Spain. This incident marks the tenth fatal drowning in pools across Catalonia since the swimming season began on June 15.
Boost Air, the airline group led by Pablo Casado, is reportedly considering Lleida airport in Catalonia as the location for a new aircraft transformation center focused on defense.
Llorens Ricou, who transitioned from a poacher to the head of the Rural Agents in Lleida, is set to retire on August 10th, which is both his saint's day and birthday.

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in Soses, Lleida, in connection with the death of a 75-year-old woman. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the woman's death.

Five people have been injured following an explosion in a vehicle in Lleida.
While the heat is expected to offer some respite tomorrow, temperatures in Spain's northeast, Cantabrian coast, and Mallorca are still forecast to reach close to 40 degrees Celsius, with Bilbao, Logroño, Zaragoza, Pamplona, and Lleida being the hottest cities on Sunday.
A company from Lleida, Spain, is producing juices, soft drinks, and functional beverages from local apples, implementing a model that combines circular economy, natural products, and social impact.

A man died in a head-on collision involving two vehicles in Menàrguens, Lleida, Spain. Separately, a taxi driver in Hong Kong was killed and two passengers injured in a head-on crash with a bus.
A bus accident in Lleida has resulted in 21 hospitalizations, with four individuals in critical condition; the driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs, and initial police reports have been sent to the court.

An urban bus collided with the facade of a building in Lleida, Spain, at approximately 7:15 AM, resulting in fifteen people being injured.
A minor who fatally ran over a man on a scooter in Lleida and fled the scene, driving without a license, has been granted supervised release and ordered to undergo therapeutic treatment.
A severe heatwave has intensified in Catalonia, leading to a 'very high' fire danger alert in 161 municipalities across Lleida, Tarragona, and Central Catalonia, with temperatures expected to reach nearly 40ºC.
On August 12, a total solar eclipse will cross Catalonia from Tarragona province to southern Lleida, with related events planned across the region.
The Raimat Arts Festival in Lleida is holding its 5th edition from October 8 to 11, featuring performances by Andrea Motis, Xavier Sabata, and Elisabet Franch.
The Institut Català de Finances (ICF) announced plans to open physical offices, with the first of five branches set to be established in Lleida.
Four squatters were arrested in Lleida after allegedly assaulting neighbors with axes, sticks, and bladed weapons, resulting in two people sustaining contusions from blows and stones.

The "Aplec del Caragol" snail festival in Lleida, Catalonia, attracted nearly 200,000 visitors this year. The event, established in 1980, saw the consumption of 14 tons of snails.
A dangerous prisoner, who was released from Lleida prison in April despite warnings of high recidivism risk, has been ordered back to prison without bail.

Teachers in Spain staged protests, including a large demonstration in Valencia and a road blockade in Lleida, to pressure the government.
The city of Lleida is distributing hair ties designed to send an alert within 10 seconds in cases of gender violence. These accessories can send a message with real-time location to a designated contact person.
A woman was tragically run over and killed by a car on the A-2 highway near Bell-lloc d'Urgell in Lleida, Spain.
Mª Pilar Callejero has been appointed as the first female police chief in Lleida, following the dismissal of the previous commissioner who was convicted of harassment.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have dismantled a criminal group involved in marijuana and weapons trafficking in Lleida, arresting 12 members including its leaders.

The Lleida City Council, governed by the Socialist Party of Catalonia (PSC), is proposing an ordinance to ban the burqa in public spaces and municipal buildings. Socialist Mayor Fèlix Larrosa advanced the proposal, which includes fines ranging from 300 to 700 euros.
Queen Letizia of Spain attended the Ap!Lleida awards, where she was impressed by seven success stories. She thanked the association of businesswomen in Catalan for promoting female leadership and creating opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
The Mossos d'Esquadra will discreetly monitor a dangerous prisoner who is scheduled for release, following a request from the Lleida Prosecutor's Office for control over the un-rehabilitated violent robber.
Two individuals have been arrested in Lleida following the death of a 22-year-old man who fell from a third-floor apartment, reportedly after an argument with flatmates.

Investigators arrest the son of the Civil Guard commander accused of the murder committed in 2022 and the motive fits: they wanted to extort Coromina to pay part of a chalet, and upon refusal...
The investigation into the 2006 murder of Isaac Martínez in Lleida has been reopened, just eight months before the case was set to expire.
Spain's first medical transport corridor using drones will be implemented to cover the route between the Arnau de Vilanova University Hospital in Lleida and the Comarcal del Pallars Hospital in Tremp.
A human case of swine flu has been detected in Lleida, Spain, marking the fourth such case in the country since 2009. An investigation has been launched, but authorities assure the human risk is very low.
Belgium is battling its largest wildfire in recent history in the Hoge Venen nature reserve, which is now advancing towards the German border. This has led to the evacuation of several German towns, including parts of Monschau, as firefighters struggle to contain the blaze exacerbated by hot weather.
Spanish National Police have dismantled a section of a Mexican organized crime group, the Jalisco cartel, in Catalonia. The operation uncovered labs in Lleida capable of manufacturing large quantities of synthetic drugs, with 300 kilograms of methamphetamine produced in two days.
Good Bio Foods, a company from Lleida, has received the 'Empresa de Vanguardia BBVA' recognition for its sustainable production model, which involves making organic beverages from local fruit and implementing circular economy initiatives.
The ONCE lottery has awarded its largest prize in Spanish history, over 71 million euros, to a ticket sold by vendor Sergio Martín Aznar in Lleida.

The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating the violent death of a 75-year-old woman in Soses, Lleida. Authorities have launched an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding her death.
The PP party has designated its mayoral candidates for the Catalan capitals, setting the goal of doubling the number of councilors in Catalonia. Sirera, Palau, and Martorell will repeat their candidacies in Barcelona, Lleida, and Tarragona, respectively, while Daniel Ruiz will debut in Girona.

A wildfire has re-erupted in Guimerà, Lleida, leading to the confinement of 21,000 residents across several localities, with firefighters warning of continued high risk despite expected temperature drops.
Firefighters are actively battling wildfires in the municipality of Torrefeta in Lleida, Spain, with 33 units deployed. Separately, firefighters are also combating a sensitive area fire in Portugal's Peneda-Gerês National Park.
Three individuals who were injured in the recent bus accident in Lleida are still in the Intensive Care Unit, while organizations offer free advice to injured seasonal workers.

A wildfire in Leciñena, Zaragoza, Spain, has destroyed approximately 2,200 hectares, with emergency services, including the UME, mobilized to combat the blaze.
A coach bus collided with the facade of a building in Lleida, Spain, resulting in approximately thirty injuries, with four individuals reported to be in critical condition. Emergency services were alerted at 7:16 AM.
A minor has been arrested in Lleida, Spain, for fatally running over a man on a scooter. The minor is charged with reckless homicide, hit-and-run, and driving without a license.
A judge in Lleida has dismissed the case against a Mossos d'Esquadra officer who was suspended from service due to cocaine trafficking allegations, citing insufficient evidence of his involvement.

A forest fire in Albi, Spain, has forced the interruption of high-speed rail services between Lleida and Barcelona. Firefighters have deployed 12 ground crews and three aerial units to control the blaze.

Barcelona, Lleida, and Santiago de Compostela in Spain report the highest increase in cocaine residues detected in wastewater, with significant increases also noted in Denmark and Slovenia.
Carles Porta, known for his true crime work, makes a leap into fiction with his new series '33 días,' inspired by the escape of two prisoners in Lleida, which premieres this Sunday on Atresplayer.
The Lleida archive has opened the digitalized collection of pianist Ricard Viñes, after his family donated 2,000 documents to the City Council, adding to the existing 10,000 documents.
The supposed investor of Lleida CF, who was announced last week as a French businessman with a British passport, has been arrested after being accused of fraud and document forgery.
El individuo, que había cumplido condena por un asesinato, ha tratado de atracar un supermercado
Lleida's new bus station serves as an example of industrial legacy conversion, located within the former Farinera de la Meta and the old Docs warehouse.
Authorities are investigating the death of a female inmate in Lleida prison. While awaiting autopsy results, suicide has been ruled out as the cause.
A comparison of housing markets reveals that homes in Solsona are approximately 25 square meters larger for the same price as in Lleida, with Solsonès offering a slightly lower price per square meter.
Maria Carme Valls, the esteemed founder of the Shalom choir and the Musiquem Lleida festival, has passed away. She was recognized for her significant contributions to the promotion of music and choral singing, receiving the Creu de Sant Jordi from the Generalitat in 2023.
Spanish minister Pablo Bustinduy has criticized the mayor of Lleida for raising the debate on the burka in a manner he likened to the far-right, while socialist ministers have refrained from taking a stance on the municipal ordinance.
Spanish police, the Mossos d'Esquadra, have launched a large-scale operation involving 200 agents in Lleida and Serós. The operation targets a criminal group involved in drug and arms trafficking, with raids on properties and industrial warehouses.
Cities like l'Hospitalet, Lleida, and Oviedo in Spain are experiencing saturation of municipal services due to the high demand for immigrant regularization, prompting them to open additional spaces.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home was reportedly attacked with a Molotov cocktail by an individual described as 'anti-AI,' who was later found with a list of other tech executives. Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Queen Letizia has presented the 'Executive and Professional of the Year' award from Ap!Lleida to Joana Bonet. The association of businesswomen also presented its project 'Modelo Lleida: emprender en igualdad'.
Civil Protection in Catalonia has issued a "strong" avalanche warning for the Lleida Pyrenees, with emergency services receiving over 1,485 calls across the region due to high winds.
A teachers' strike in Catalonia saw 29% participation in Lleida and Central Catalonia according to the Education department, while the Ustec union reported higher figures of 30% in the Pyrenees and 60% in La Plana.
Joan Talarn, presidente de la Diputació ha destacado el valor del libro como herramienta para explicar el territorio y reforzar la importancia del sector vinícola leridano

A large fight in Lleida, reportedly between ethnic groups, resulted in three people being injured by bladed weapons, including two minors, and one arrest.
Barcelona-based photojournalist Kim Manresa has been honored with the Miravisions de Honor prize and will exhibit his journalistic work in Juneda, Lleida, from October 23 to 25.

The largest prize in the history of ONCE, 71 million euros from the Eurojackpot, was won in Lleida, Spain. Sergio Martín Aznar distributed the winning ticket during his route through bars in the Polígono del Segre.
Train circulation on lines R13 and R14 between Lleida and Tarragona has been cut due to cable theft, with an alternative road transport plan established for travelers.
One person was seriously injured by a car explosion on a street in Lleida, Spain. Initial hypotheses suggest the explosion was caused by the combustion of a spray stored inside the vehicle.
Lleida's Rambla de Ferran preserves the archaeological remains of medieval tanneries, which operated from the 13th to the 19th centuries, forming the oldest and best-preserved complex of its kind in Spain.
A police commissioner in Lleida, previously convicted of sexual harassment, is attempting to regain his position, but the TSJC has rejected his request to suspend his replacement's appointment.
The Barcelona City Council has presented plans for a new emergency coordination center, which is expected to be operational by the end of 2028. The project involves relocating the current center from Calle Lleida to the Tres Chimeneas del Paral·lel.

Catalonia faces the challenge of processing a quarter of all immigration regularization applications, with its police stations already operating at 80% capacity. The influx of 257,602 new files exacerbates the situation, with no prior appointments available in Barcelona or Lleida for essential documents like the TIE.

A runaway bus in Lleida, Catalonia, Spain, struck several people in the city center, resulting in more than 40 injuries. The regional government president has expressed wishes for a swift recovery for the injured.
A very high risk of fire has been activated for 123 municipalities in Barcelona, Tarragona, and Lleida this Sunday, with Plan Alfa level 3 in effect and calls for extreme caution.
A scooter driver has died in an accident on a road near the N-230 in Lleida, with local police reporting no other vehicles involved in the incident.
More than 70 municipalities in Catalonia, Spain, are facing a 'very high risk' of wildfires, with the highest danger concentrated in Ponent (Lleida), Terres de l'Ebre (Tarragona), and parts of Central Catalonia.
A complaint filed against a nursing home in Tremp, Spain, which recorded the highest mortality rate during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been dismissed by the Lleida Court, which found no evidence of a crime.
A major fire at an agricultural cooperative in Lleida, Spain, has forced the evacuation of nearby homes. Emergency services have advised residents to remain indoors to avoid intoxication.
The Lleida city council's hostel welcomed 41 seasonal workers on its first night of operation, with authorities anticipating fewer undocumented migrants due to an ongoing regularization process for foreign nationals.
Education unions in Catalonia are encouraging pressure and have called for six demonstrations tomorrow across Barcelona, Girona, Tarragona, Lleida, Granollers, and Torredembarra.

The Mossos d'Esquadra police force has launched an official investigation after a video circulating online showed a group beating a minor in Lleida, Spain.
Teachers in Catalonia protested for the fourth consecutive day, with demonstrations in Lleida and Alt Pirineu i Aran, including blocking the Cadí tunnel.
Dr. Mireia Roca Cabau shares insights into her career as an ophthalmologist, her passion for surgery, and her experience setting up a clinic after growing up in Lleida, Spain.
This architectural gem, dating from the 13th to 15th centuries, is highlighted for its privileged location offering panoramic views of Lleida.
The municipality of Lleida is implementing a modification that will restrict face-covering clothing in municipal spaces, though it includes exceptions for religious freedom. Mayor Larrosa stated the measure aims to prevent "impositions" of the veil.
The Diocesan Museum of Lleida is hosting an exhibition titled 'Objects from the House of the Lord,' showcasing 30 instruments used in Christian liturgy and revealing their functions.
La Paeria fue pionera en España al intentar prohibir el burka y niqab en espacios municipales en 2010
The Simfònica Julià Carbonell and Orfeó Lleidatà premiered 'Òpera a les venes' at the Palau de la Música, an opera that recounts the monumental work of the Canal d’Urgell which brought water to Lleida.
Two individuals have been imprisoned in connection with the death of a young man who fell down a light well in Lleida, Spain. The case remains open for charges including homicide, injury, and failure to render aid.

A 22-year-old man died in Lleida, Spain, after falling from a third-story apartment. His two roommates have been arrested in connection with the incident.
A security guard at a youth center in Lleida has been convicted for sexually abusing a child. The accused pleaded guilty to the charges after reaching a conformity agreement.
Three people, including two minors, were injured in Camarasa, Lleida, Spain, when a roof sheet fell on them. The incident occurred as a consequence of strong winds affecting the Iberian Peninsula.
Farmers' protests have joined those of teachers, leading to the blocking of the A-2 highway in Lleida, Spain, as demonstrators move their actions to various points across the province.
The Poesia Lleida festival holds a preview to maintain lyrical passion throughout the month.