Banská Bystrica

Central European industrial and regional infrastructure fund

4 clusters · 8 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Slovakia launches 1.1 million euro grant for small municipalities

Slovakia and the Czech Republic are utilizing the Modernization Fund and other regional programs to finance various infrastructure and industrial upgrades. In Slovakia and the Czech Republic, efforts have focused on the

Cultural and music festivals in Central Europe

24 clusters · 146 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Czech Republic and Slovakia host diverse regional weekend festivals

Cultural and musical festivals continue throughout Central Europe during the summer and early autumn of 2026. In the Czech Republic, programming includes the 28th annual ‘Folklor bez hranic’ festival in Ostrava and the 2

Central European municipal election developments

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Slovakia releases candidate lists for municipal elections

Political activity is increasing ahead of municipal elections in Central Europe. In late August, candidates announced their intentions for local leadership roles, including Marian Kotleba in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, an

Infrastructure and monitoring projects in CZ and SK

5 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Czech motorways D5 and D4 undergo reconstruction and maintenance

Infrastructure maintenance and reconstruction projects continue across the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with an increasing focus on technological integration for monitoring and safety. In the Czech Republic, the Road and

Slovakia transport infrastructure upgrades

7 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Slovakia highway tunnels to undergo major maintenance closures

Slovakia continues to advance several major transport infrastructure projects, though progress varies between rapid completions and significant delays. In the rail sector, the SWIETELSKY Rail CZ and Elektrizace železnic

Rádio LUMEN programming modernization

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Rádio Lumen announces major programming overhaul

Rádio LUMEN, a Slovakian Catholic radio station, announced a major programming overhaul scheduled to begin on September 7, 2026. Following 33 years of broadcasting and a period of financial difficulty, the station is tra

Smart infrastructure and urban revitalization in Central-Slo

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Slovak municipalities invest in lighting and green infrastructure

Municipalities in Slovakia and the Czech Republic are implementing advanced lighting and green infrastructure projects to improve energy efficiency and urban living. In Trenčín, Slovakia, the renovation of Hviezdoslavov

Banská Bystrica urban and heritage development

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Banská Bystrica secures 4 million euros for urban revitalization

The city of Banská Bystrica is undertaking various infrastructure and heritage preservation projects. In late July 2026, the city began a 398,000 euro roof reconstruction of the workshops at the Medený hámok historical s

Slovak historical uprising commemorations

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Slovakia marks Slovak National Uprising anniversary amid controversy

Slovakia has held various commemorations for historical uprisings. In Nižný Žipov, events marked the 195th anniversary of the 1831 Eastern Slovak Peasant Uprising. To mark the 82nd anniversary of the Slovak National Upri

Slovak National Uprising anniversary commemorations

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Slovakia marks 82nd anniversary of Slovak National Uprising

Slovakia observed the 82nd anniversary of the Slovak National Uprising (SNP) through various cultural and commemorative activities. Initial events included the 19th edition of the Uprising Festival in Bratislava, featur

Central European municipal housing initiatives

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Czech housing: New wooden rental models and proposed tax reforms

Municipalities in Slovakia and the Czech Republic are implementing various strategies to increase the supply of affordable rental housing. In Slovakia, local governments are advancing specific construction projects. In

Europe experiences Aug 12 2026 total solar eclipse

98 clusters · 1910 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Spain celebrates astronomical events and inclusive science successes

The August 12, 2026, total solar eclipse, coinciding with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, drew massive crowds across Europe and North America. The path of totality crossed Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, Portu

Hate crime investigation against Indian citizens in Nitra

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Banská Bystrica court rules on teen accused in Nitra attack on Indians

Following an August 1 attack on Indian nationals in Nitra, Slovak authorities have progressed through several stages of a hate crime investigation. The incident involved a group of masked individuals attacking four victi

Brown bear sightings in Slovakia

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Slovakia bear sightings map shows high activity in central regions

Brown bear sightings near recreational areas and cycling routes in Slovakia have prompted safety warnings from local authorities and the State Nature Conservancy (ŠOP SR). Initial reports included sightings near the vill

Cultural festivals and musical events in Slovakia

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Piešťanské zábaly theatre festival begins in Piešťany

Cultural events and festivals are taking place across Slovakia in August 2026. In Bratislava, Divadlo Nová scéna (DNS) is celebrating its 80th jubilee season with outdoor musical concerts at Bratislava Castle featuring

Cultural festivals in Banská Bystrica

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Banská Bystrica to host 368th Radvanský jarmok glassmaking festival

Banská Bystrica is hosting a series of cultural events focused on preserving Slovak heritage and traditional craftsmanship. In mid-August, the city held the ninth annual Slovak Folk Costume Day. The event featured over

Banská Bystrica municipal election and transit funding

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Boskovice candidates outline transportation priorities for 2026 elections

In Banská Bystrica, the City Council has scheduled an extraordinary meeting for 13 August 2026 to discuss Amendment No. 5 to the municipal trolleybus service contract. This amendment follows a request from the Slovak Min

Prešov northern bypass R4 construction

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Infrastructure projects and road works underway in Czechia and Slovakia

Slovakia has initiated the second stage of the Prešov northern bypass on the R4 expressway. The project, which involves constructing a 10.2-km section over 37 months, is funded by €103.5 million from the European Regiona

Slovakia Fico shooting aftermath

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Robert Fico returns to Handlová following assassination attempt

In late July 2026, Slovak authorities began probing the Handlová shooting that wounded Prime Minister Robert Fico, scrutinising the performance of the Office for the Protection of Constitutional Officials and its leaders