Investments of almost two million lei in the modernization of the Ialoveni Healthcare Center

The family medicine department at the Ialoveni Health Centre has been modernised to provide better conditions for both doctors and patients. The center is now equipped with a biochemical analyzer, a laboratory device that processes blood tests quickly. The total investment for this upgrade amounts to 1.9 million lei.

After 18 years in Italy, a Moldovan brings the first panini restaurant to Hâncești

After spending 18 years in Italy, Artur Boldurescu returned to his hometown of Hâncești with a clear dream: to bring authentic Italian flavors to the area. He succeeded by investing in and opening a panini restaurant, the only one of its kind in the city. The establishment has already won over customers with its fresh ingredients and unique preparations.

Polish Christmas traditions passed down through generations in the village of Stârcea

The Polish community in Stârcea, Glodeni district, embraced the spirit of the winter holiday. Caroling, traditional meals, and heartfelt moments characterized Christmas Eve - "Wigilia," one of the most significant holidays for the Polish community.

Human rights in Transnistrian region in crisis, warns Promo-LEX

In November 2025, the human rights situation in the Transnistrian region experienced a "a sharp and systemic deterioration."* This decline was marked by increasing authoritarian control, militarization, and ideological indoctrination, alongside a worsening socio-economic crisis. These findings were reported in a retrospective published by the Promo-LEX Association, which monitored recent developments in the region.

Criuleni urban revitalization project completed with 14 million MDL

Residents of Criuleni now enjoy a renovated riverfront park and a modern pedestrian boulevard. The total value of this infrastructure investment reaches 14.35 million MDL.

Unauthorized tree cutting in Bălți draws penalties from environmental inspectors

Environmental inspectors from the municipality of Balti detected several violations of environmental protection legislation last week. Inspections carried out in the area resulted in fines and the reporting of significant environmental damage.

Charity campaign in Soroca

In Soroca, Christmas Eve emphasized kindness and solidarity. Students from vocational schools and educational institutions that include children with special educational needs gathered for a charity event. Together, they prepared baked goods and decorated cookies. This event is part of the national campaign "Christmas unites us: Be kind on Christmas Eve!", organized for the second consecutive year by the Ministry of Education and Research.

Alexandru Munteanu unveils major infrastructure projects and 1,000 jobs for Gagauzia

Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu focused on "grassroots" results during his first official working visit to the autonomous region of Gagauzia on December 18, choosing to meet with local mayors and entrepreneurs rather than regional leadership.

Energy crisis hits Moldova's separatist region as gas supply stalls

The breakaway Transnistrian region has entered a 30-day economic state of emergency starting December 18.

Moldova’s second-largest city faces trash shutdown over municipal debt

A critical breakdown in waste management is unfolding in Bălți, Moldova’s second-largest city. The municipal enterprise responsible for infrastructure, DRCD, has seen its debt to the Țambula landfill soar past 2.5 million lei (approximately $142,000), threatening to halt sanitation services citywide.

APG approves new members of the Comrat Electoral Commission

On December 16, the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG) approved a new composition for the Permanent Electoral Commission in Comrat. This decision came after several members of the reconstituted electoral body submitted their resignations. The newly formed commission will begin preparing for the elections to the autonomy's legislature, scheduled for March 22, 2026, IPN reports.

Soroca college students transform their skills into a thriving business

Students at the Agricultural Technical College in Soroca have a unique opportunity to learn a profession that they can turn into their own business. Within a social enterprise, they create iron objects that they later sell. The young people have realized that they can earn a good income without having to go abroad.