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High tide floods Stari Grad's riviera
The sea rose onto the promenade on Sunday afternoon, reaching a height of 25 centimetres and covering the stones up to the first stanchions.

Genoese cyclone disrupts traffic in the Adriatic, lines cancelled by Jadrolinija
The DHMZ has issued an orange alert due to strong winds and high waves; numerous ferry and catamaran routes are suspended.

Croatian pilots tackle fires near Bordeaux
Members of the 855th Firefighting Squadron, part of the RescEU mechanism, have been deployed to the Biscarrosse area following the extinguishment of a fire near Salernes.

Cafe owner in Šibenik arrested over threats to tax officials
Davor Perković, owner of the Moby Dick café, was arrested on suspicion of threatening staff at the tax administration following the closure of his premises due to irregularities.

Dubrovnik erudite and guide Frano Haklička has died
The Association of Tourist Guides has bid farewell to the renowned Dubrovnik guide who warned about problems in the profession and excessive construction.

Perković arrested over tax irregularities at Šibenik café
Šibenik restaurateur Davor Perković was arrested after the State Inspectorate (DIRH) shut down his premises, with unofficial reports suggesting he threatened tax inspectors.

Miletić opens beach entrance in Rijeka with grinder
Most MP Marin Miletić on Saturday removed padlocks with a grinder to allow free access to the sea, following a long-standing dispute over access to this part of the coast.

Dubrava funds workbooks, government provides textbooks
The municipality of Dubrava is allocating 25,000 euros for workbooks, while the state provides free textbooks, meaning parents face no costs in the autumn.

Child killed in crash on A3 motorway near Lužani
A child has died and several people have been injured in a crash on the A3 motorway. Traffic is slowing, with a queue forming over four kilometres.

Uskok launches probe against former HOO director
Former director of the Croatian Olympic Committee (HOO) Damir Šegota arrested alongside his wife on suspicion of bribery and money laundering linked to the Croatian Ski Association.

Zadar: Man arrested over possession of drugs and weapons
Police seized large quantities of cocaine, marijuana, and psilocybin mushrooms, along with illegal firearms.

50 nursing places remain unfilled in Dalmatia
Two entire classes remain empty for the 2026/2027 academic year, highlighting deep-seated staffing challenges.

Croatia faces new wave of extreme heat due to heat dome
Meteorologists warn of temperatures reaching 40°C in August, as record highs are recorded across Europe.

Karlovac left without tow truck service in the height of summer
Communal staff take annual leave, leaving the city without regular vehicle removal.

Four arrested for migrant smuggling near Topuško
Police uncovered three separate cases of transport across the border, one suspect detained in custody.

Rinčić announces criminal complaint against Obersnel over garage
The mayor announced a complaint to the State Prosecutor's Office against former mayor Obersnel regarding the garage structure deemed hazardous.

Search in Zab: weapons found in possession of 61-year-old
Police found a rifle, revolver and ammunition in a house, summer house and other premises; the resident was charged with drugs.

Bosnian woman seeks end to photo checks at Croatian border
A woman from Bihać has published a video detailing an unpleasant experience at the border, calling for the abolition of the mandatory photographing of travellers.