Sardinia

Oristano, ospedale San Martino (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Oristano, ospedale San Martino (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Solidarity

Oristano, the San Martino Hospital's blood transfusion center invites citizens to donate blood.

"A demonstration of solidarity that allows us to continue meeting the needs of the local community."
The alarm

Arzachena, the barbecue's LPG cylinder catches fire: firefighters are in action.

The fire broke out in the courtyard of a house, no one was injured
L'Oncologico, a destra il cantiere per la realizzazione delle nuove sale operatorie (foto L'Unione Sarda)
L'Oncologico, a destra il cantiere per la realizzazione delle nuove sale operatorie (foto L'Unione Sarda)
Cagliari

Renovation work at the Oncology Department sparks controversy: "Operating rooms closed, no clear timeline."

Gianfranco Angioni, regional director of USB Sanità, speaks of "sixteen months of temporary measures that have become normal." Brotzu's response: "The intervention was carried out within the timeframe granted by the ministry."
Ares
Ares
The story

Sassari, owner dies after a long illness: dog Ares has been waiting for him for months behind the door.

Now the 5-year-old Amstaff is looking for a new family: "He's docile and affectionate, let's save him from the pound."
I migranti e i soccorsi per il ragazzo ferito (foto Murru)
I migranti e i soccorsi per il ragazzo ferito (foto Murru)
The emergency

Southern Sardinia continues to see more landings: around fifty migrants intercepted along the Sardinian coast.

Four small boats were escorted to Sant'Antioco, one injured person was transferred to Sirai. Two other vessels were spotted and stopped offshore.
Monastir 29-8-2020 - Protesta dei migranti nel centro di accoglienza di Monastir - foto Angelo Cucca
Monastir 29-8-2020 - Protesta dei migranti nel centro di accoglienza di Monastir - foto Angelo Cucca
migrants

Monastir: Five Star Movement raids the reception center: "Failed management, case in Parliament."

The police union conducted an inspection. Senator Licheri announced a question to the government regarding the facility's conditions.
the rite

Cabras, Nicola Poddi's first barefoot race: "A dream come true."

The 17-year-old prepares to carry the statue of San Salvatore to the country village
Auto danneggiata nel parcheggio del Brotzu
Auto danneggiata nel parcheggio del Brotzu
Cagliari

Damaged cars and threats to hospital goers: protests erupt over parking at Brotzu Hospital.

City Councilor Mura calls for cameras and constant police presence in the square
L'intervento del CIsom e dell'Elisoccorso 118 all'Asinara (foto concessa)
L'intervento del CIsom e dell'Elisoccorso 118 all'Asinara (foto concessa)
the accident

A car overturns on the Asinara hairpin bends: two young women injured, one in serious condition.

A golf cart overturned at Cala del Bianco. Emergency helicopter transport to Sassari.
The fire

Fear in Macomer, flames near homes in Funtana Giaga: 4 people evacuated

Firefighters and police evacuated four residents. Air forces deployed from Bosa and Fenosu to stop the blaze.
the controversy

Sardinian hunters: "Wildlife and the environment aren't protected by appeals."

Hunting, Fishing, and Sardinian Traditions: "We're on the front lines protecting the region. What are animal rights activists actually doing?"
the event

The Kolors at Torre Grande: What to Know Before the Concert

Traffic management measures have been implemented due to the high traffic volume. Restrictions have also been imposed to prevent tensions and excessive drinking.
Isili, pronto soccorso (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Isili, pronto soccorso (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Healthcare

Isili's emergency room remains open through September.

The facility will be open every day from 8am to 8pm, with the aim of making it available 24 hours a day.
the controversy

Alghero, clash over the Puc, a tit-for-tat exchange between Reformists and the majority.

The opposition contests the absence of a Coastal Use Plan and a Port Master Plan.
traffic

Terna construction sites reopened on the coastal road: traffic lights, nightmare queues, and a high risk of accidents.

Work on the Tyrrhenian Link has resumed and will last another ten months, sparking anger among motorists and residents of the Quartu coastal area.
L'assessore regionale al Turismo Franco Cuccureddu e il sindaco di Alghero Raimondo Cacciotto
L'assessore regionale al Turismo Franco Cuccureddu e il sindaco di Alghero Raimondo Cacciotto
the agreement

Alghero, the highlight of the Sardinian New Year: live TV (where is still unknown) and 3 million from the Region

Mayor Cacciotto and Councilor Cuccureddu have signed an agreement: "A great opportunity."
Carabinieri

Change at the RIS in Cagliari: Berti moves to Rome, and Alessandro Mameli is the new commander.

The colonel led the scientific investigations into the cases of Francesca Deidda, Cinzia Pinna and the couple killed in Via Ghibli
servitude

Dozens of "potentially dangerous objects" in the Quirra sea: a flurry of bans from the Coast Guard

Six are at a depth of four meters off Murtas beach, now open for swimming, but many others are further out to sea: all water activities have been suspended.
Panorama di Nuoro
Panorama di Nuoro
the intervention

Water leak in Nuoro: homes in Badu and Carros are dry.

Pressure drops and temporary interruptions are expected: the service will resume at full capacity once the work is completed.
Insularità

Hunting season begins, animal rights activists warn: "There's concern for quail."

WWF: "From Wednesday, pre-opening in 16 regions, including Sardinia. Migratory species already in difficulty will also be affected."