Venturini extends hotel moratorium in Venice to Giudecca and Murano, calls for “A new Special Law”

October 17, 2026

During the vote on the 2026–2031 policy guidelines, an amendment by Marco Gasparinetti to extend the ban on changes in property use to include Giudecca and Murano was approved. Venturini outlined his administration’s priorities: refinancing the “Special Law” for Venice, addressing housing, enhancing security by adding 200 municipal police officers, and increasing the tourist access … More Venturini extends hotel moratorium in Venice to Giudecca and Murano, calls for “A new Special Law”

Port of Venice: Environmental Commission Approves Dredging Projects and New Terminal

September 27, 2026

The future passenger terminal in Marghera and the dredging required to ensure the navigability of the Vittorio Emanuele III and Malamocco-Marghera channels have been approved. Port operators urge: “No time to waste now.” September 27, 2026 Editorial Staff The ministerial commission responsible for carrying out the EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) and SEA (Strategic Environmental Assessment) … More Port of Venice: Environmental Commission Approves Dredging Projects and New Terminal

Right-wing YouTubers Assault Activists in Venice, Injuring Eight. Protest Scheduled for Saturday.

September 15, 2026

The Morion social center speaks out after the Rialto incident: “This escalation must be stopped; everyone needs to take to the streets.” Dutch and British influencers face formal complaints. Further tensions are expected on September 22. Meanwhile, investigations into the exact sequence of events are ongoing. By Leonardo Bison September 14, 2026 A protest is … More Right-wing YouTubers Assault Activists in Venice, Injuring Eight. Protest Scheduled for Saturday.

Rialto – City’s Plans Will Make Historical Site Another Piece of the Restaurant Economy

September 10, 2026

Starting in September 2026, work began on replacing the 24 produce stalls at the Rialto Market. During the work, the vendors have been temporarily moved to the Casaria area, specially vacated for the purpose. Councilor for Commerce Sebastiano Costalonga recently reaffirmed, in an interview with Il Gazzettino, the intention to connect shopkeepers and merchants, creating … More Rialto – City’s Plans Will Make Historical Site Another Piece of the Restaurant Economy

Mosque Dispute Between Bangladeshi Community and Mayor Venturini Breaks Into Open Conflict

August 28, 2026

Mayor Venturini denies ever having offered any openness toward the Bangladeshi community: “I never promised my support: but I won’t accept blackmail from the Bangladeshis.” The Patriarch is trying to mend the rift, but the two sides’ positions have grown far apart. By Marta Artico August 27, 2026 The dispute over a possible mosque for … More Mosque Dispute Between Bangladeshi Community and Mayor Venturini Breaks Into Open Conflict

MOSE: Anarchy as a System

August 11, 2026

When it comes to the future of Venice’s preservation, we are no longer facing a mere administrative delay: instead, we are caught up in institutional and operational chaos in which jurisdiction, responsibility, and resources continue to bounce back and forth between Rome, the Provincial Education Office, the Lagoon Authority, Consorzio Venezia Nuova, and various companies. … More MOSE: Anarchy as a System

New Outdoor Seating Banned in Venice: Restrictions Until 2029

August 1, 2026

Outdoor seating will not be permitted in areas not regulated by local zoning plans (pianini). The measure was approved by the City Council during its last meeting. Councilor Costalonga: “This way, we favor neighborhood shops and services.” July 31, 2026 Maria Ducoli Outdoor seating will be banned in areas without pianini — the local area … More New Outdoor Seating Banned in Venice: Restrictions Until 2029

Three Years of Public Housing Construction Planned in Marghera

July 19, 2026

A two-site project promoted by the municipal administration, on Via del Lavoratore and Via Case Nuove. Councilor Damiano inspected the project today. July 17, 2026 Work on the extensive public housing redevelopment project in Marghera, between Via del Lavoratore and Via Case Nuove, presented last April, will continue until 2029. In total, the municipal administration … More Three Years of Public Housing Construction Planned in Marghera

Drugs and Crime on Via Monti in Mestre: “The residents are heroes”.

July 13, 2026

A group of residents: “We’re not Cipriani, who complains about crime and immediately organizes a meeting, we understand that, but the situation here is serious.” The secretary of the party Venezia e Tua is on the attack: “A failure of security.” July 11, 2026 By Marta Artico “Those who live on Via Monti and the … More Drugs and Crime on Via Monti in Mestre: “The residents are heroes”.