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Police Traffic Operation Uncovers Drunk Drivers and Tachograph Violations

Slovak police conducted Operation Truck and Bus, a traffic enforcement initiative targeting commercial vehicle violations. The operation uncovered multiple infractions including drunk driving among commercial vehicle operators. A significant portion of the violations involved breaches related to tachographs, the digital devices that record driving times and rest periods for truck and bus drivers to ensure compliance with EU regulations on driver working hours. The operation reflects ongoing efforts by Slovak authorities to improve road safety and ensure commercial drivers comply with mandatory rest periods designed to prevent fatigue-related accidents.

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SME.sk Promotes Google Preference Setting to Boost Search Visibility

Slovak news website SME.sk is encouraging readers to add it as a preferred information source on Google to increase the visibility of its articles in search results. The outlet claims users can accomplish this preference setting with just two clicks, which would cause SME.sk articles to appear higher in Google search rankings for those users.

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Three People Injured in Car-Truck Collision in Svidník District

Three people were injured in a traffic accident involving a passenger car and a truck in Svidník district, located in eastern Slovakia near the Polish border. Emergency responders attended the scene of the collision. Following the incident, local firefighters issued safety warnings urging motorists to drive carefully on the roads.

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Driver Caught Going Wrong Way, Parking Across Two Spaces After Admitting to Drinking

A motorist in eastern Slovakia was caught driving in the wrong direction and improperly parking across two spaces at a gas station after admitting to police that he had consumed alcohol. A breathalyzer test confirmed the driver was intoxicated. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about drunk driving enforcement in the region, where traffic police regularly conduct checks to prevent alcohol-related accidents.

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Driver Caught with Blood Alcohol Level Three Times Legal Limit in Random Check

Police detained a driver who registered 1.6 promille (0.16%) blood alcohol content during a routine traffic stop, more than three times Slovakia's legal driving limit of 0.5 promille. The intoxicated motorist was arrested and placed in a police detention cell following the discovery. Random alcohol checks are regularly conducted by Slovak police as part of road safety enforcement, with severe penalties imposed on drivers who exceed the legal blood alcohol threshold.

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Construction Site Theft Includes Wheelbarrow and Generators

Police in Podolínec, a town in northern Slovakia, have launched a criminal investigation after a theft at a construction site that included the unusual theft of a wheelbarrow along with electrical generators. Officers conducted an on-site inspection of the crime scene. The Podolínec District Police Department has initiated criminal proceedings for theft, though the exact value of the stolen items and other details of the case have not been disclosed.

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Two Motorcycles Collide in Serious Accident, Neither Had License Plates

Two motorcycles were involved in a serious collision that resulted in severe injuries to at least one person. Both motorcycles involved in the crash were operating without license plates, indicating they were either unregistered or illegally modified vehicles. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about unlicensed vehicles on Slovak roads and their contribution to traffic accidents.

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Police investigate theft at school container in Kežmarek

Police in Kežmarek have launched criminal proceedings for theft after a shipping container at a local school was broken into and robbed. The District Police Department in Kežmarek is conducting the investigation into the crime. Kežmarek is located in the Prešov region of northern Slovakia, near the High Tatras mountains.

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Two Men Face Prison for Armed Robbery and Assault of Teenager in Eastern Slovakia

Police in eastern Slovakia have arrested two suspects in connection with the armed robbery and assault of a teenager. The attackers beat their victim with a tree branch during the incident, causing injuries. The older suspect faces up to eight years in prison if convicted, while the younger accomplice could receive a four-year sentence. Police investigators successfully tracked down both perpetrators following the attack.

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Police Arrest Drug Dealer in Spiš Region, Faces Up to 15 Years in Prison

Police in the Spiš region have arrested a suspected drug dealer and charged him with two criminal offenses. The suspect faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted on the drug-related charges. The arrest represents part of ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking in Slovakia's eastern regions.

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Construction of Roundabout in Spišský Štvrtok Proceeds on Schedule

Construction work on the reconstruction of a major intersection in Spišský Štvrtok is proceeding according to plan, with the project set to create a new roundabout. The infrastructure upgrade represents part of ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow in the eastern Slovak town, which is located in the Kežmarok district of the Prešov region.

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Highway D1 Bridge Near Fričovce to Undergo Four-Month Repair

A major bridge on Slovakia's D1 highway near the town of Fričovce will undergo repairs requiring four months of traffic restrictions. During the construction period, traffic will be reduced to two lanes in both directions, causing potential delays on one of the country's primary highway arteries. The D1 highway serves as Slovakia's main east-west corridor, connecting Bratislava with eastern regions and forming part of the trans-European transport network linking Western Europe with Ukraine and other eastern destinations.

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Fiat 500 Returns with Gasoline Engine, Manual Transmission Only Option

The compact Fiat 500 has returned to the market with a gasoline engine, making it more affordable and entertaining to drive according to a recent test. The vehicle is now available exclusively with a manual transmission, marking a shift from previous automatic options. The reintroduction of the gasoline-powered variant represents Fiat's response to market demand for more budget-friendly alternatives to electric vehicles, as the automotive industry continues to balance environmental goals with consumer preferences for traditional powertrains.

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Highway repairs near Tatras mountains restrict traffic to single lane

Highway maintenance work is underway on a major route beneath the Tatra Mountains, forcing traffic into a single lane configuration. Authorities have reduced the speed limit to 80 kilometers per hour in the construction zone to ensure safety during the repairs. The Tatras region serves as a key transportation corridor connecting Slovakia's northern regions, making the highway restrictions significant for both local and transit traffic through the mountainous area.

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Questions Raised About Independence in Municipal Heating Contract Tender

A tender process for selecting a new heating supplier for a Slovak municipality is facing scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest in decision-making. Critics have raised concerns about whether the selection process is being conducted independently and transparently. City officials have rejected allegations of any conflict of interest, maintaining that proper procedures are being followed in the procurement process.

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Village of Kľak Modernizes Accommodation Facility

The village of Kľak has completed modernization of its accommodation facility located within the local cultural center. Mayor Ľuboš Haring announced that the upgraded facility now offers 16 beds for visitors. The renovation represents an investment in local tourism infrastructure, providing improved lodging options in this Slovak municipality.

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Man with lifetime driving ban flees police twice in weekend, crashes into patrol car

A man with a lifetime driving ban attempted to evade police twice over the weekend, ultimately crashing into a police vehicle during one of the incidents. The driver also failed a breathalyzer test, indicating he was under the influence of alcohol while driving illegally. Slovak police regularly encounter drivers operating vehicles despite court-imposed driving bans, which are typically issued for serious traffic violations or repeat offenses.

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TANAP Authority Begins Repairs on Hiking Trail from Hrebienok to Rainer Hut After 2.5-Year Closure

The Tatra National Park (TANAP) administration has started repairs on the popular hiking trail connecting Hrebienok to Rainer Hut in Slovakia's High Tatras mountains. The trail has been closed to tourists for more than two and a half years. TANAP is Slovakia's oldest national park, established in 1949, and encompasses much of the High Tatras mountain range, which forms part of the border with Poland. The Hrebienok-Rainer Hut trail is a significant tourist route in the region, and its extended closure has limited access to one of the area's popular mountain destinations for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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