EU grant fuels Moldova entrepreneurship switch to custom packaging

An entrepreneurship workshop producing custom packaging for cakes, pastries, and other confectionery items has been operating for almost three years in Răspopeni, a village in the Șoldănești district of the Republic of Moldova.

CEC monitors illegal campaign financing in Gagauz Autonomy, urges rapid response

The upcoming elections for the People's Assembly of Gagauzia are expected to be challenging. The vote will take place under new regulations, and any violations, particularly those involving illegal financing, will be subject to quicker sanctions. The regional electoral council must strictly adhere to national legislation, with oversight by the Central Electoral Commission in Chisinau. However, the current process is hindered by a significant issue: many members of the Council in Comrat have resigned, leaving the institution lacking the necessary personnel to organize the election.

Mayor from Moldova lends a hand to elderly villagers, driving a tractor to tidy gardens

The Tuzara commune in the Călărași district is now better equipped to tackle fires, heavy snowfall, and prolonged droughts. The city hall recently acquired a multifunctional tractor along with a complete set of equipment, including a trailer, a snowplow, a fire pump tanker, and a vegetation shredder. This new equipment will support local efforts to combat the increasingly severe effects of climate change.

Comrat preschool launches trilingual curriculum for early childhood learners

A kindergarten in Comrat is preparing to launch an important educational project that will cater to three nursery groups. In these groups, children will be taught in Gagauz, Romanian, or Russian, depending on the parents' preferences. This initiative, set to begin in the fall of next year, has already generated significant interest from many families in the city.

New Volunteer Fire and Rescue Station in Scoreni will serve more than 6,750 people

A new volunteer fire station was established in Scoreni, serving over 6,750 residents of the villages of Scoreni, Nimoreni, Malcoci, and Condrița.

Rare and therapeutic: Female donkey milk from Step-Soci farmer gains attention

An idea that originated on the Internet has developed into a flourishing business in the village of Step-Soci, located in the Orhei district. For over seven years, Ghenadie Balan has been raising female donkeys to produce milk, a rare product known for its therapeutic properties. He began with 15 animals, and today his farm has grown to include around 50 donkeys.

Telenești Health Center Laboratory, renovated with the CNAM support

The laboratory at the Telenești Health Center was renovated through a project funded by the National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) aimed at developing and modernizing public medical service providers. The total project cost is 971,000 lei, which includes 871,000 lei allocated by CNAM and a contribution of 100,000 lei from the medical institution.

Criuleni officially received a major upgrade: a new pedestrian boulevard and riverside park

The residents of Criuleni now enjoy a modernized pedestrian boulevard and a fully redeveloped riverside park. This transformation was announced by the Regional Development Agency (ADR) Centru, following the completion of the project titled "Reconstruction of the Mihai Eminescu Pedestrian Boulevard and the Development of the Riverside City Park in Criuleni." The project, which was supported by local authorities and financed by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development, has turned one of the city's most significant areas into accessible, safe, and modern recreational spaces for the community.

Poland helped Comrat State University install solar panels

Comrat State University is making significant progress towards energy independence by equipping its main building with solar panels. This installation is expected to reduce energy consumption by more than 40%. This investment positions the campus as a model of efficiency and sustainability for the entire region.

Dmitry Constantinov: Prosecutors demand 13-year prison sentence

Prosecutors are seeking a 13-year prison sentence for Dmitry Constantinov, the former President of the Gagauzia People's Assembly. He is currently on trial for abuse of power and embezzlement charges.

Major upgrade for Bălți Transfusion Center after 5 decades: “Working conditions are no longer sustainable

The National Blood Transfusion Center in Balti, which was built 55 years ago and has never been renovated, is set to undergo rehabilitation. This renovation will be carried out through the Initiative for the Development of Sustainable Public Infrastructure through Energy Efficiency Renovations (INSPIREE) Project. Annually, the center manages over 18,000 blood donations and meets the needs of 14 districts in northern Moldova.

Giurgiulești-Reni border crossing suspended after drone attack on Bolgrad

The Giurgiulești–Reni border crossing point (BCP) was temporarily suspended overnight from Monday to Tuesday following a drone attack on the city of Bolgrad in Ukraine, near the border with the Republic of Moldova.