Palazzo Papadopoli, the Court of Auditors Accuses Brugnaro of Financial Damage to the State

October 23, 2024

The mayor of Venice, Luigi Brugnaro, who is already a target in the parallel investigation by the Prosecutor’s Office, is under investigation together with his collaborators Morris Ceron, Derek Donadini and former councilor Renato Boraso October 23, 2024 Sixteen politicians, managers and officials of the Municipality of Venice are accused of having caused financial damage … More Palazzo Papadopoli, the Court of Auditors Accuses Brugnaro of Financial Damage to the State

The Tourism Industry: All That Glitters Is Not Gold

October 20, 2024

Economist and economic historian Prof. Giuseppe Tattara offers an analysis of tourism’s economic impact, the current imbalances in income and quality of work created by the sector – and its untapped potential. By Giuseppe Tattara Italy’s growth in recent years has in part been thanks to tourism. Tourism, especially from abroad, is booming, with international … More The Tourism Industry: All That Glitters Is Not Gold

Cipriani Sues the City and Port Authority for Moto Ondoso

October 13, 2024

The most famous innkeeper in the world has filed a complaint against the Municipality and the Port Authority: “The waves come between the tables. Venice is falling apart, and nobody is doing anything. A signal was needed” Alberto Vitucci October 01, 2024 “Here everyone is complaining, and no one is moving. The city is falling … More Cipriani Sues the City and Port Authority for Moto Ondoso

In Venice, More Tourists than Residents: Reservations Are Out of Control

October 7, 2024

Galietti (CLIA): “We are working towards de-seasonalizing the flows of arrivals. Professor Preiti: “All the indicators say this is overtourism, a stop is needed” By Giulio DePolo October 6, 2024 Overtourism in Venice – the historic city of Venice has now exceeded the point of no return in terms of the number of daily tourists, … More In Venice, More Tourists than Residents: Reservations Are Out of Control

Thousands of People March in Mestre for Giacomo Jack Gobbato, Killed Stopping a Theft on the Street

September 28, 2024

At the head of the procession are Sebastiano Bergamaschi, the brother of the 26-year-old killed on Corso del Popolo, and his mother. Brugnaro’s condemnation of the march is challenged By Giacomo Costa and Mitia Chiarin September 28, 2024 [Note: Giacomo Gobbato was stabbed to death on the night of September 20 by Sergey Merjievskyy from … More Thousands of People March in Mestre for Giacomo Jack Gobbato, Killed Stopping a Theft on the Street

Transportation Chaos in Venice. Letter From an ACTV Pilot

September 14, 2024

A Letter from ACT Pilot Alberto Cancian: What has happened to local public transportation? A few years ago, it would have been unthinkable to ask that question. Local public transportation (TPL) was one of the most important drivers for the country; a permanent job, with guarantees for the future, a job with dignity for those … More Transportation Chaos in Venice. Letter From an ACTV Pilot

Flashmob Protests Cuts to Ser.D Addiction Services in Marghera

September 7, 2024

Comitato Marghera Libera e Pensante holds a sit-in on Saturday September 7 in front of the headquarters of the Regional Civil Protection to call for “Civil protection” September 7, 2024 A sit-in to call for “Civil protection” took place on the morning of September 7 in the Cita district of Marghera, directly in front of … More Flashmob Protests Cuts to Ser.D Addiction Services in Marghera

New Rules for Short-term Rentals. ‘Soft’ Restrictions for 70,000 Properties in the Northeast

September 1, 2024

New rules come into force on September 1st: a code, fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors are required. Fines will range from 500 to 8 thousand euros By George Barbieri August 30, 2024 A national identification code to be published online and displayed outside the door of the property. Inside the apartment, mandatory gas and … More New Rules for Short-term Rentals. ‘Soft’ Restrictions for 70,000 Properties in the Northeast

Crime in Cannaregio, Residents are Terrified: “In the evening here you have to be afraid”

August 24, 2024

Fights, drugs and thefts: what was once the quietest district has had continuous problems in recent months. Residents speak out By Maria Ducoli August 23, 2024 It seems like everyone between San Girolamo, Baia del Re and Tre Archi has an episode to relate. There are those who have had their clothes stolen off the … More Crime in Cannaregio, Residents are Terrified: “In the evening here you have to be afraid”

Controversial Investor Ching Divesting From Venice, Sells Palazzo Donà for 18 Million Euro: “It’s impossible to manage investments in this city”

August 18, 2024

Il Gazzetino reveals sale of property connected to the Boraso scandal in March of this year. Brugnaro and Ching deny charges of corruption – Boraso denies asking for 70k Euro bribe. VENICE – Investor Ching Chiat Kwong is leaving Venice. The Singaporean tycoon has sold Palazzo Donà and would also like to sell Palazzo Poerio … More Controversial Investor Ching Divesting From Venice, Sells Palazzo Donà for 18 Million Euro: “It’s impossible to manage investments in this city”