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Pair broke into shops; police file criminal complaint
Police officers have concluded the criminal investigation into two men suspected of a series of serious thefts, with the case file handed over to the relevant state attorney’s office.

Firefighters battle blaze on Brač, over 1,500 hectares affected
Strong winds hamper suppression efforts as 176 firefighters and multiple aircraft respond; residents of fish farms evacuated.

26th season: 21 candidates for the most exemplary Croatian rural woman

Fire on Brač engulfs 56 hectares, guests evacuated
Firefighters battle large blaze on western part of the island, situation under control following deployment of numerous units.

Man from Lipica arrested over social media post
65-year-old man faces charge for insulting officials, released after hearing.

Maritime police sanction 26 offenders at sea
The Rijeka Maritime Police Station recorded a series of offences, including unauthorised planing, and issued fines to foreign nationals.

Media condemn threats against journalist
International media network condemns threats made against a Croatian journalist, calling on authorities to act immediately to ensure her safety.

Minister Ružić handed over apartments to children without parental care
The Ministry has provided 280,000 euros for the renovation of residential communities, creating 22 new places for children without parental care.

Firefighters defend Milna, 227 people evacuated on Brač
2,200 people evacuated, no serious injuries, local residents praise firefighters' intervention.

Most enrolments in Delnice, fewest in Mrkoplje
Gorski and other primary schools record a satisfactory number of enrolments, with the highest interest observed in Delnice, while some areas recorded very low numbers.

Dubrovnik-Neretva County secures €2.5m for health infrastructure
More than €2.5m has been secured for the improvement of health services in Janjina, Vela Luka, and Metković, including funds for the reconstruction of the centre in Josipovac.

Opening of the residential community in Novska

Most presents new member in the Gorski Kotar region
Davorin Klobuč joins Most, citing threats and calling for immediate action

Firefighters defend Milna on Brač from fire

Municipal company launches consultation on new cemetery regulations
The call for participation in the adoption of the Regulation on Conduct in Cemeteries is open, with available forms and a draft regulation.

Firefighters defend resort on Brač, evacuation limited to part of settlement
Fire on Brač engulfed part of the settlement, but firefighters prevented the spread of the flames. The evacuation was limited to the threatened area, not the entire village, the fire service stated.

Požega athletes win first place at HVIDR competition
Local athletes secured first place at the traditional sports event, outperforming competitors from other parts of Croatia.

Aid from Primorsko-Dalmatian County arrives in Brač, firefighters await orders
A force of 22 firefighters has been deployed following a major fire, with support sent from the neighbouring county.