Local community awards held in Albufeira and Funchal

Various community awards and competitions were recently held in Portugal. In Albufeira, the Sociedade Columbófila de Albufeira and the Albufeira Challenge concluded their 2026 sporting season with a gala ceremony. The Coco & Bacalhau team secured the General Champion title, winning championships in Speed, Middle-Distance, and Long-Distance. In the inaugural Albufeira Challenge, Alex Peixoto was named General and Speed Champion, while Mikael Pedras won the Middle-Distance title.

In Funchal, the 27th edition of the ‘Funchal Cidade Florida 2026’ competition recognized 21 out of 41 participants for their contributions to the city’s greenery. The contest features six categories, including urban gardens, social housing gardens, hotels, and balconies, distributing a total of 7,200 euros in prizes. Local officials emphasized the importance of the initiative in enhancing the city’s landscape and environmental identity.