After years of preparation, a major exhibition showcasing globally recognized textile artist Egils Rozenbergs's work has opened at the Latgale Heritage House "Gors".

Latvian municipalities, including Valka and Rēzekne, are reporting budget difficulties despite increased income tax revenues and rising wages. Local councils claim they will only know the full extent of budget surpluses at year-end, due to agreements with the government.

Two months after a fire in a five-story apartment building in Rēzekne, Latvia, residents are still waiting for repairs to begin. The fire caused significant damage to the attic, and the question of who will cover the losses remains unanswered.

An army service inspection into drone incidents in Rēzekne on May 7th identified certain shortcomings, but no disciplinary penalties were applied.

Eighteen new border guards graduated from a professional higher education program in Rēzekne, Latvia, receiving the rank of lieutenant and preparing to begin their service next week.

The traditional 'Home Cafe Days' event is taking place across Latvia from July to mid-September, with the Rēzekne and Ludza regions in Latgale becoming a culinary epicenter this weekend.

The "Pīterdīna Rogovkā" literary competition, dedicated to Pīters Jurciņš, was held in Rogovka, Rēzekne region, for over 20 years. Its aim is to foster new literary works in Latgalian, particularly for children and youth.

The newly opened General Pēteris Radziņš Professional High School in Rēzekne, Latvia, will begin admitting its first students in July. The institution offers licensed study programs in national defense.

Rēzekne municipality has suspended a project to rebuild the Lūznava wooden school, valued at over 1.3 million euros, despite earlier support and European Regional Development Fund backing.

Rēzekne municipality in Latvia is investing 7 million euros, with EU funds, to rebuild 22 kilometers of roads crucial for local businesses over the next two years. This initiative aims to boost entrepreneurship in the region.

Rēzekne municipality in Latvia will continue its financial stabilization process despite the council's request in May to end it, as the commission noted significant work done in recent years.

Latvian furniture manufacturer SIA "Avoti" has invested 40 million euros into establishing a new furniture production plant in Rēzekne, according to information released by the company.

Rēzeknes domes sēdē 22. maijā deputāti vienbalsīgi atbalstījuši vienīgo izvirzīto kandidāti mēra otrā vietnieka amatam – Karīnu Bartkeviču ("Kopā Latvijai"/"Latvija pirmajā vietā").

An oil depot in Rēzekne is set to close after sustaining damage from a drone strike.

An airspace alert that affected the Rēzekne, Ludza, Krāslava, Balvi, and Alūksne municipalities in Latvia has now been concluded.

Latvian authorities issued a warning about a possible airspace threat in several eastern border municipalities, including Rēzekne, Ludza, Alūksne, and Balvi. The alert was subsequently lifted after the potential danger passed.

Latvian officials stated that drones from Russia that entered Latvian airspace near Rēzekne were not intercepted due to unfulfilled safety criteria.

Unidentified drones entered Latvian airspace, causing concern among residents in Rēzekne and Ludza, with some reportedly falling within the territory. Latvian authorities confirmed fighter jets were scrambled but did not shoot down the drones due to security considerations.

Residents of Rēzekne city and district received a cell broadcast warning about an air threat late, only after a drone had already fallen in the city's oil storage area. The Prime Minister expressed dissatisfaction with the situation and requested an explanation.

The 109th anniversary of the Latgale Congress was celebrated in Rēzekne, Latvia, with various events focusing on regional development. The day commemorates a decision that helped establish a unified Latvia.

A Latvian plywood manufacturer is undertaking a significant expansion of its factory in Rēzekne, aiming to boost production capacity and meet growing demand.

Residents in the Latvian cities of Ludza and Rēzekne are scheduled to receive a training alert on their mobile phones on Thursday.

The city of Rēzekne in Latvia has successfully elected a new mayor.

The Administrative District Court has rejected Aleksandrs Bartaševičs' request to suspend the order for his removal from the position of Rēzekne mayor.

Parts of a drone have been found in the Rēzekne municipality in Latvia, prompting an investigation into their origin and purpose.

The Latvian city of Rēzekne is facing challenges related to a significant number of empty buildings within its urban landscape.

New average speed control sections will become operational on the Liepāja and Rēzekne highways in Latvia starting Thursday, March 26, at 8 AM.

Despite prohibitions in Rēzekne and Ludza municipalities, residents continue to venture onto frozen water bodies, prompting warnings from local authorities about the dangers of thin ice.

Rēzeknes novada Stoļerovas pagastā Vita Seņkāne jau piecus gadus, saglabājot senču tradīcijas un izmantojot dabīgo ieraugu, kop un attīsta seno maizes cepšanas arodu, uzņem viesus un rīko…

Despite improving security in Latvia after the War of Independence, various crimes still occurred. In one such case, a clergyman was attacked in Rēzekne district on the night of July 1, 1928, by an unexpected guest with an axe.

Rēzekne is still without a city council chairman after Mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševičs was suspended in early February for not receiving a state secret clearance, with questions arising about the delay in electing a new mayor.

Despite warmer weather, the number of fires is not decreasing in Latvia, with authorities noting that many residents in Rēzekne have not installed smoke detectors.

Following severe storms, arborists have been deployed to secure historical sites like the Malta History Museum, while ongoing assessments continue across the Rēzekne region to clear fallen trees and document damage.

Municipal police in Latvia's Rēzekne district are regularly conducting raids on public waters and continue to discover illegal fishing equipment, a function they have been delegated for the past year.

A new industrial park is planned for the Northern district of Rēzekne, Latvia, as a significant development project for the city. Entrepreneurs have raised concerns about labor and competition risks associated with the project.

The Rēzekne City Council has approved changes to the auction documentation for the lease rights of a recreation center, removing a clause allowing the municipality to unilaterally terminate the contract and extending the application deadline.

Two minors have been sentenced to 12 years and six months in prison for the murder and torture of two individuals in Rēzekne, Latvia, a decision made by the Latgale District Court.

Latvia is implementing new customs procedures and constructing a biometane input point in Rēzekne, reflecting efforts to strengthen competitiveness and long-term economic investments.

AS 'Conexus Baltic Grid' has started building Latvia's second publicly accessible biomethane injection point in the Rēzekne region, aiming to increase renewable energy use in the country's gas transmission system and promote local energy resources.

A mobile sand therapy cabinet has been operating in the courtyard of "Vinnijs Pūks" preschool in Rēzekne since early June, offering free emotional support to children for two months.

The Baltic jazz festival "Škiuņa džezs 2026" is scheduled to take place from August 19 to 22 at Lūznava Manor in Rēzekne municipality, featuring musicians from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, along with masterclasses.

Entrepreneurs Lienīte and Juoņs Litavnieki are making unique products in the rural Rēzekne region of Latvia, demonstrating the significance of the area through their work.

A remarkably large stone discovered on the banks of the Malta River in Ornicāni, Viļāni parish, Rēzekne municipality, has officially been recognized as a 'dižakmens' (great stone). Landowners, who had known about the stone for years, recently reported it to specialists.

The Rēzekne City Council has expressed its desire to conclude the ongoing financial stabilization process. The final decision on ending the process will rest with the government.

An airspace threat was announced in several eastern Latvian municipalities, including Rēzekne, Ludza, and Krāslava, leading to the disruption and potential cancellation of exams. The incident caused emotional distress for students and teachers before the threat was eventually declared over.

A suspected air threat or drone alert in several Latvian municipalities, including Rēzekne, led to the suspension of 9th-grade Latvian language exams. Authorities later confirmed the air threat was over, allowing activities to resume.

An oil storage company in Rēzekne, Latvia, reported minor damages after drones crashed at its base on May 7, leading to the temporary closure of the facility for security reasons.

A possible threat was detected in the airspace of Rēzekne, Balvi, Ludza, and Krāslava municipalities in Latvia on Friday night. Shortly after...

Two drone strikes targeted an oil storage base in Rēzekne on Thursday. During the subsequent airspace threat, Daugavpils hospital faced issues accessing blood supplies that were stored in Rēzekne.

Latvian Ambassador to Ukraine, Ilmārs Mažeiks, urged the public not to believe fake news about a Ukrainian drone falling in Latvia, following reports of drones in Latvian airspace on May 7, one of which crashed in Rēzekne damaging an oil storage facility.

A representative from the Latvian National Armed Forces stated that a drone that crashed in Rēzekne on Thursday, May 7, definitely had a warhead, based on video materials and on-site investigation.

The Latvian Cabinet of Ministers approved a support program for the creation of two new biomethane input points in Ragana and Rēzekne, aiming to enhance the country's energy self-sufficiency and develop the biomethane market.

Parents in Rēzekne, Latvia, are protesting a municipal proposal to merge two kindergartens, citing concerns about children's safety, although the city council states no final decision has been made.

The Latgale Congress took place in Rēzekne in 1917, discussing self-governance for Latgale and the unification with other Latvians. The first day saw a tense atmosphere and nearly 40 people leaving the congress.

AS "Latvijas finieris" company "Verems" is opening a new production facility in Rēzekne, Latvia, with a €100 million investment in construction and equipment, promising 90 new jobs.

Latvian border guards and police arrested three individuals in Rēzekne, Ludza, and Krāslava regions for transporting people who had illegally crossed the state border.

Jānis Tutins, the former deputy mayor, was elected as the new chairman of the Rēzekne city council on Friday, April 10.

An exhibition of student artworks, themed around the river, has opened on the Rēzekne river promenade, turning the public space into an open-air gallery.

The Administrative District Court in Rēzekne will hear a claim by Daugavpils Mayor Andrejs Elksniņš against a decision by the State Revenue Service (VID), with the proceedings reportedly being held in secret.

In Rēzekne, Latvia, the liquidation and merger of educational institutions have left numerous empty and unusable buildings, prompting the municipality to consider acquiring some despite the significant financial investment required.

The Rēzekne pensioner social services center will remain under the jurisdiction of the local government, with necessary funds being sought from its own budget.

A public discussion is underway in Rēzekne regarding the planned construction of a new supermarket in the city's historic center, sparking concern among some residents about changes to the area.

Rēzeknes kultūras namā tekoša jumta un griestu plākšņu nobrukuma dēļ tika pārtraukti amatiermākslas kolektīvu mēģinājumi, bet nu tie atsākuši darboties.

Sixteen new officers graduated from Riga Technical University's Rēzekne Academy, receiving professional bachelor's degrees and senior officer qualifications, and will join the State Border Guard, which faces staff shortages.

For a quarter of a century, the folklore group "Žeperi" has been popularizing Latvian traditional culture. It was once founded in Rēzekne, but has just celebrated its 25th birthday in Great Britain.

The Latvian Ministry of Culture has drafted a bill, 'Law on the 'Latgale Embassy GORS' Foundation,' which would prevent the Rezekne municipality from alienating, mortgaging, or otherwise encumbering the concert hall building.

A project funded by the Environmental Protection Fund has led to the installation of 19 insect houses in the Maltas administrative territory of Rēzekne municipality, Latvia. These structures are intended to serve as both shelters for insects and objects for nature education.

Kovšu Lake in Rēzekne, a popular recreational spot, is rapidly overgrowing, highlighting a broader issue of lake overgrowth in the Latgale region of Latvia, necessitating regular maintenance.

A powerful storm on July 12 brought strong winds that caused extensive damage to the "Rāznas priedes" active recreation park in the Rēzekne area of Latvia. The park was severely affected by the weather event.

A mobile health room providing free health checks and medical advice was deployed in the Rēzekne region of Latvia, but only six people attended in one specific parish, highlighting low engagement with the initiative.

A former accountant and director of Rēzekne Technical School have been accused of embezzling nearly 70,000 euros in state budget funds. A criminal case was submitted to the Latgale District Court on July 2.

The criminal case regarding the death of two-year-old Andrejs Kuzņecovs in Rēzekne, Latvia, has been closed following the death of his mother, who was accused in the case.

An extraordinary Cabinet meeting was held in Lūznava, Rēzekne region, Latvia, to discuss state support and real solutions for economic development in the Latgale region, with many ministers meeting local representatives.

Latvian State Police arrested six individuals from Northeast Africa in Rēzekne municipality after a car chase, finding their vehicle in a ditch and the passengers having fled.

Latvia's Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has recommended initiating criminal prosecution against Aleksandrs Bartaševics, the former mayor of Rēzekne, for alleged abuse of power and illegal contracts related to a spa center construction.

Police in the Latgale region of Latvia, specifically Rēzekne and Madona, conducted ten searches, uncovering two marijuana plantations, arresting four individuals, and seizing a large quantity of drugs and weapons.

Changes to the school network in Rēzekne, Latvia, have been postponed, with the opposition suggesting the decision is a pre-election calculation.

Residents in Latvia's Latgale region, including Daugavpils, Krāslava, Ludza, Rēzekne, and Augšdaugavas, received mobile phone alerts about a potential air threat for the third consecutive day.

An investigation concluded that Rēzekne Technical School illegally paid invoices for services between 2018 and 2025, defrauding the state budget of nearly 70,000 euros.

A volunteer organization in Rēzekne, Latvia, is conducting new search efforts for Kristīne Volkova, who disappeared without a trace 16 years ago, hoping to find new leads in the cold case.

A new vocational high school named after General Pēteris Radziņš has opened in Malta, Rēzekne region, Latvia, to provide military education opportunities for youth in Latgale, with classes starting in September.

Latvia's Interior Minister commented on drones that fell in Rēzekne, stating that residents could have received faster warnings via cell broadcast after a drone landed in a fuel storage area.

During an airspace threat in Latvia due to drones entering and falling within its territory, Daugavpils Regional Hospital faced uncertainty on whether it was safe to travel to Rēzekne to replenish blood reserves.

The Finnish and Baltic fast-food chain Hesburger has invested 411,000 euros into the reconstruction of one of its restaurants located in Rēzekne, Latvia.

Latvia's National Armed Forces (NBS) issued a warning about a possible threat to the country's airspace, specifically over several eastern municipalities. The NBS later announced that the potential threat had ended.

The "Top!" supermarket chain has opened a new store in Rēzekne, investing over 300,000 euros and creating 12 jobs. This is the 223rd store in the chain.

The Latgale Congress took place in Rēzekne on May 9-10, 1917, where Latgalian Latvians discussed self-governance and decided to unite with other Latvians. The first day saw a tense atmosphere and 40 people leaving the congress.

Latvia's National Armed Forces and State Fire and Rescue Service will conduct a crisis cooperation exercise on April 23, sending a training warning via cell broadcast in the Ludza and Rēzekne regions.

Black spots resembling oil products were discovered on the surface of a pond next to Verēmi primary school in Rēzekne municipality, Latvia, covering an area of 6-8 square meters.

The Rēzekne municipality has leased the 160-year-old Zosnas Manor to the Nature Conservation Agency for 30 years. An investment of approximately five million euros will transform the manor into a modern Nature Education Center, preserving its cultural and historical value.

The Rēzekne City Council in Latvia has not yet decided on a new mayor, with the legal deadline for electing a new municipal leader set for April 10.

The Ministry of Municipalities and KNAB are evaluating unpaid work being carried out by a private individual in a municipal forest near Rēzekne, Latvia, which is a popular recreational area for residents.

Saeima ceturtdien, 19. martā, nolēma nodot izskatīšanai Izglītības, kultūras un zinātnes komisijai likumprojektu par nodibinājuma "Latgales vēstniecība "Gors"" izveidi Rēzeknes koncertzāles…

The Rēzekne municipality has failed to find a tenant for its nearly seven million euro spa center after the latest auction for a 30-year lease received no bids. The municipality plans to seek solutions and may ease investor requirements.

On Saturday, March 14, the Latgalian cultural annual award "Boņuks 2025" ceremony will take place at the Latgale Embassy "Gors" in Rēzekne – one of the most significant annual events in Latgalian…

Latvia's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (VARAM) has not approved a bill for managing the 'Gors' cultural center in Rēzekne, proposing instead that other founders could join the foundation.

Latvia's Saeima has urgently decided to extend the operational period of the Rēzekne and Liepāja Special Economic Zones (SEZ) from 2035 until December 31, 2050.

The Latvian Geospatial Information Agency is clarifying the names of several rivers and lakes in Rēzekne municipality, where local residents often use multiple names for the same body of water, to ensure consistency with local pronunciation and traditions.