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Historic Building on May 1st Street in Pezinok Holds Memories of Cuban Celebrations and Motorcycles

A building on May 1st Street in Pezinok, a town near Bratislava, holds vivid memories for local residents who recall its past as a recreational facility for Drevoindustria, a wood industry company. The structure, which has become part of local folklore, was the site of Cuban-themed celebrations and notably housed motorcycles on its upper floors during its operational years. Pezinok residents continue to share stories about the building's unique history, reflecting the industrial and social culture of the socialist era when state-owned enterprises provided recreational facilities for their workers.

Bratislavak
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Bratislava

Social Services Center Visits Interactive Bratislava Exhibition

Clients from the CSS Javorinská social services facility visited the permanent exhibition "My City of Feelings" in Bratislava. The interactive exhibition allowed the social service recipients to explore the city's beauty, sounds, and architecture through hands-on activities designed to engage visitors with Bratislava's urban environment.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava

Jury Selects Seven Best Designs for Bratislava's Winter Harbor Transformation

A jury has selected seven finalist designs for the redevelopment of Bratislava's Winter Harbor area. The Winter Harbor is a waterfront district along the Danube River that the city is planning to transform as part of its urban development strategy. The winning design concept will be announced in November, marking the next phase in what represents one of the capital's major urban renewal projects.

SME
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Bratislava

Police Search for Man Who Stole Bank Card and Withdrew 580 Euros in Ivanka

Police in Slovakia are searching for a man who stole a bank card in Ivanka pri Dunaji, a town near Bratislava, and subsequently withdrew 580 euros from the victim's account. The suspect used the stolen card to make unauthorized cash withdrawals following the initial theft. Ivanka pri Dunaji is a small municipality located in the Bratislava region, approximately 15 kilometers northeast of the Slovak capital.

Bratislavak
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Bratislava

Bratislava Police Seek Public Help to Find Payment Card Fraud Suspect

Police in Bratislava are asking for public assistance in their search for a suspect who unlawfully used someone else's payment card. The law enforcement authorities have turned to the public for help in identifying and locating the perpetrator of the financial fraud.

SME
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Bratislava

D1/D4 Highway Junction Nears Completion as Final Construction Phase Begins

The major highway junction connecting Slovakia's D1 and D4 motorways is entering its final construction phase, with two remaining closures scheduled before the section opens to traffic. The first closure will take place this coming weekend as crews complete the last stages of work on the critical interchange. The D1 is Slovakia's main east-west highway connecting Bratislava to eastern Slovakia, while the D4 serves as a ring road around the capital. The completion of this junction represents a significant infrastructure milestone for the country's highway network, which has been under development for decades to improve transport connections and reduce traffic congestion around Bratislava.

SME
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Bratislava

Bratislava Airport Launches New Direct Flight Service to Greek Island of Mykonos

Bratislava's main airport has introduced a new regular flight connection to the Greek island of Mykonos, with flights taking approximately 2.5 hours. The new route provides direct access from Slovakia's capital to one of Greece's most popular tourist destinations in the Aegean Sea, known for its beaches, nightlife, and traditional Cycladic architecture.

SME
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Bratislava

Train Service Between Bratislava and Vienna Partially Replaced by Buses

Selected REX trains between Bratislava-Petržalka and Vienna are being partially replaced by substitute bus service due to restrictions imposed by Austrian railway operators ÖBB and Raaberbahn. The substitute buses are operating in the direction toward Austria, affecting the cross-border rail connection that serves as an important transport link between Slovakia's capital and the Austrian capital.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava

Some Reinforcement Trains Between Bratislava and Galanta to Be Temporarily Cancelled

Selected reinforcement passenger trains during afternoon peak hours between Bratislava's main station and Galanta will be temporarily cancelled from June 8 to June 30, 2026, due to operational reasons. The cancellations will affect additional trains that typically run during busy periods to provide extra capacity on this regional route in western Slovakia. Galanta is located approximately 60 kilometers northeast of Bratislava and serves as an important railway junction connecting the capital to other parts of the country.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava

Controversial Bratislava Passage Reopens After Years of Closure

A historic shopping passage on Laurinská Street in central Bratislava has reopened after being closed for several years, sparking divided opinions among city residents. The passage, located in the heart of the Slovak capital's old town, has become a point of contention between those who appreciate its historical significance and others who are concerned about its current condition. The reopening represents a significant development for the area, which serves as one of Bratislava's main commercial and tourist districts.

Bratislavak
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Bratislava

Bratislava's Old Town Plans Reconstruction of Southern Section of Kozia Street

Bratislava's Old Town district has announced plans to reconstruct the southern section of Kozia Street, focusing on the area from the intersection of Kozia, Panenská and Podjavorinskej streets. The reconstruction project will include comprehensive renovation of roadways and sidewalks, updates to public lighting infrastructure, and the planting of new trees. The Old Town is one of Bratislava's central districts, encompassing the historic city center and many of the capital's main cultural and administrative buildings.

SMETASR/Teraz
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Bratislava

Bratislava Airport Plans to Handle Over 21,000 Flights in Summer Schedule

Bratislava Airport expects to process more than 21,000 flights during its summer flight schedule. The Czech carrier Smartwings will operate the largest number of charter flights from the airport during this period. The summer schedule represents a significant operational period for Slovakia's main international airport, which serves as the primary gateway for air travel to and from the capital.

SME
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Bratislava

Historic Greenhouses Open to Public in Bratislava's Prüger-Wallner Garden

Historic greenhouses in Bratislava's Prüger-Wallner Garden have opened their doors to the public for the first time. The restored glass structures will offer visitors both horticultural displays and cultural events, marking a new chapter for the heritage site in Slovakia's capital city. The opening represents the completion of restoration efforts to preserve these historically significant botanical facilities and make them accessible to residents and tourists.

Aktuality
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Bratislava

Bratislava's Staromestská Square Project Remains in Planning Phase

The ambitious plan to cover a busy roadway and create a unified historic center plaza in Bratislava remains in the design phase more than two years after its initial presentation. The Bratislava city government first unveiled the Staromestská Square project in May 2022, proposing to bridge over the heavily trafficked street to reconnect the divided historic district. The project aims to restore the continuity of Bratislava's Old Town by creating a pedestrian plaza above the current roadway, which currently splits the historic center. Despite the significant time that has passed since the proposal was announced, the project has yet to advance beyond the preliminary planning and design stages.

SME
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Bratislava

Petržalka to renovate two footbridges over Chorvátske rameno

Two footbridges spanning the Chorvátske rameno waterway in Petržalka will undergo renovation work. The estimated cost for each bridge renovation is 140,000 euros excluding VAT. Petržalka is Bratislava's largest borough, located on the south bank of the Danube River, and the Chorvátske rameno is a branch of the Danube that flows through the area.

SME
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Bratislava

Police investigate tram incident after altercation between two men in Bratislava

Police and emergency services responded to an altercation between two men on a tram in Bratislava, Slovakia's capital. The incident forced the suspension of tram service at Šafárikovo námestie, one of the city's central squares. Slovak police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the confrontation that disrupted public transportation in the city center.

AktualityTASR/Teraz
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Bratislava

Tram Fight Sends One to Hospital, Another to Police

A violent altercation broke out on a Bratislava tram traveling from the Petržalka district to Šafárikovo Square in the city center. The fight resulted in one person being transported to hospital by ambulance while police took another individual into custody. The incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns on Bratislava's public transportation system.

SME
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Bratislava

Ice Rink Built Without Proper Permits as Authorities Fail to Act for Six Months

Authorities spent six months deliberating over an ice rink construction project while the facility was built in violation of approved plans, with the municipality that owned the land taking no action during the process. The construction proceeded despite deviating from the officially approved project documentation. The ice rink has now been completed, though the permitting dispute that began half a year ago remains unresolved. The case highlights coordination failures between municipal authorities and construction oversight bodies in ensuring compliance with building regulations.

Korzár
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