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First Stork Returns to Slovakia, Identified by Ring as 12-Year-Old Male

The first stork of the season has returned to Slovakia, with ornithologists identifying the bird as a 12-year-old male through its identification ring. The arrival marks the beginning of the annual migration period when white storks return from their wintering grounds in Africa to breed in Central Europe. Storks typically begin returning to Slovakia in late February and March, with the birds often returning to the same nesting sites year after year.

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Burglar steals 4,500 euros and jewelry from apartment in Kežmarok

An unknown perpetrator broke into an apartment on Kuzmányho Street in Kežmarok during the morning hours and thoroughly searched the premises. The burglar made off with 4,500 euros in cash and jewelry before fleeing the scene. Police have launched an investigation into charges of violating the sanctity of the home and theft. Kežmarok is a town in northern Slovakia near the Polish border.

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Thief Steals Thousands from Wardrobe as Police Stop Teenage Copycat

A thief made off with thousands of euros from a wardrobe, along with jewelry, in a recent theft. Police intervened to stop a teenager who attempted to commit a similar crime, preventing what could have been another significant theft. The incidents highlight a pattern of burglary targeting personal belongings stored in wardrobes and furniture.

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Drunk Driver Hits Elderly Woman and Flees Scene in Eastern Slovakia

A drunk driver struck an elderly woman and fled the scene before being apprehended by police in eastern Slovakia. The driver registered nearly two per mille blood alcohol content when tested, well above the legal limit. Following his arrest, the man was placed in a police detention cell while authorities investigate the hit-and-run incident.

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Drunk Driver Hits Elderly Woman and Flees, Tests Nearly Two Times Legal Limit

A drunk driver struck an elderly woman and fled the scene before being apprehended by police in eastern Slovakia. When tested, the driver registered nearly two promille (0.2%) blood alcohol content, which is nearly twice Slovakia's legal driving limit of 0.1%. The driver was subsequently detained in a police cell. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about drunk driving and hit-and-run accidents in Slovakia, where such offenses carry serious criminal penalties including potential imprisonment.

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Hungarian Tourist Rescued by Helicopter After Breaking Ankle Near Téry Hut in High Tatras

A rescue helicopter landed near Téry Hut in Slovakia's High Tatra mountains to evacuate a Hungarian tourist who suffered a broken ankle after slipping during her hike. The woman required immediate medical assistance and helicopter evacuation due to the remote mountainous location. Téry Hut is a popular mountain refuge located at 2,015 meters above sea level, serving as a base for hikers exploring the High Tatras, Slovakia's premier mountain range and national park along the border with Poland.

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Rescue helicopter lands at mountain hut to evacuate injured Hungarian tourist

A rescue helicopter was deployed to Téry's Hut in the High Tatras mountains to assist a Hungarian tourist who suffered a broken ankle after slipping. The woman required emergency medical evacuation from the mountain refuge, which serves as a popular base for hikers exploring Slovakia's highest mountain range. Mountain rescue operations are common in the High Tatras, particularly during peak hiking season when thousands of tourists visit the area's challenging alpine terrain.

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Elderly Woman Sentenced for Hiding Smuggled Cigarettes in Garage

A Slovak court has sentenced an elderly woman and her Czech customer for cigarette smuggling after authorities discovered contraband tobacco hidden in the woman's garage. The Czech man received a suspended sentence, while the Slovak woman was ordered to pay a financial penalty. The case highlights ongoing cross-border tobacco smuggling between Slovakia and the Czech Republic, where significant price differences between the two countries make such illegal trade profitable.

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Snina Skate Park Closes for Two Weeks Due to Technical Issues

The skate park in Snina, a town in eastern Slovakia's Prešov region, will be temporarily closed for two weeks due to technical problems with the facility. Local authorities announced the closure as a preventive measure to avoid potential injuries to users. Repairs are scheduled to begin immediately, with the facility expected to reopen after the maintenance work is completed.

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Fire Destroys Cottage in Chrast nad Hornádom Village

A cottage caught fire in Chrast nad Hornádom, a village in eastern Slovakia, with the blaze caused by an open fire. Six firefighters responded to the scene to combat the flames. The incident highlights ongoing fire safety concerns in rural areas where open fires are commonly used for heating and cooking.

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Parked Car Catches Fire Near Odorín Village

A parked vehicle caught fire near the village of Odorín in eastern Slovakia. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by authorities. No additional details about potential injuries or property damage have been released at this time.

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