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Tuhelj: Association of Retirees Triumphs at the 11th Fair Day
The event, marked by rich traditions and traditional competitions in cooking goulash and preparing walnut roll, saw local exhibitors take the top prizes.
Woman witnesses lioness killing in Zagreb zoo
A visitor saw a lion kill a lioness, prompting a petition for the director's dismissal following an incident where staff suggested she intervene herself.
Split influencer condemns abuse of worker
Ela Jerković reveals on TikTok how women at a nightclub humiliated a female employee, calling for respect for all staff.
Drava at historic low, Danube records low water levels
Director of Croatian Waters warns of extremely low water levels as temperatures rise
Požega-Slavonia county bans open fires until September
A total of 54 fires recorded this year, with the latest in Kutjevo. A woman faces a misdemeanor report.
Croatian Firefighters Association bans drones over fire zones
The move follows safety concerns regarding threats to aircraft crews and interference with firefighting operations.
Priest in Ludbreg preaches on the correct attitude during communion
Ljubljana parish priest Petar Mlakar led the spiritual renewal in the shrine of the Precious Blood of Christ, emphasising the importance of inner disposition and reverence for the Eucharist.
Victory Day and Veterans Day marked in Zaton and Čakovec
Wreaths were laid and candles lit in Zaton and Čakovec in memory of fallen defenders and civilian victims, alongside remembrance of Operation Storm.
Fire in Gojlo: Fault in wiring caused roof damage
Firefighters from the JVP Kutina unit extinguished the fire at a house in Gojlo. An investigation determined that the cause was a fault in the electrical wiring, and only the roof was damaged.
Vukovar SDP calls for boycott of Thompson concert
The local branch of the Social Democratic Party in Vukovar has issued a statement urging residents to avoid attending the concert by Marko Perković Thompson on 28 August.
Zagreb faces traffic jams due to simultaneous roadworks
Renovation of roads, tram infrastructure, and water and gas networks in June and July further strains city traffic.
Work begins on removal of baraks near hospital in Zabok
The contract with the firm is worth 101,000 euros, with a car park and palliative care centre to be built on the site.
Police stop driver with 1.71 per mille alcohol level on D48
55-year-old Zagreb-registered driver removed from traffic for driving under the influence near Ruhci.
Minister Božinović opens newly renovated police station in Preko
The interior minister visited the facility, valued at over €270,000, which serves the residents of the islands of Ugljan and Pašman.
Varaždin–Krapina expressway on track, valued at €315m
The project, valued at €315 million, is progressing according to schedule with the first section's route fully established.
Knežević: Fight against corruption requires deep reform
Dubrovnik councillor Viktorija Knežević warns that the seriousness of the fight against organised crime must not be measured solely by the number of arrests, but by uncovering corrupt links within the state system.
Konavle: Situation calms, traffic returns to normal levels
The Civil Protection Headquarters in Konavle has raised its alert level following Sunday's extreme conditions, with traffic jams anticipated for the coming weekend.
County Prefect Stričak visits works on the Varaždin-Krapina expressway section
The strategic project, valued at €315 million, was inspected by the county prefect, a Member of Parliament, and representatives of Hrvatske Ceste.