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Michalovce City Pays Down Millions in Debt While Recording Budget Surplus

The eastern Slovak city of Michalovce has managed to reduce its debt by millions of euros while simultaneously achieving a budget surplus, according to municipal financial reports. However, the city's financial controller has warned that municipal expenditures are continuing to rise, raising concerns about future fiscal sustainability. Michalovce, located in the Košice region near the Ukrainian border, is one of Slovakia's larger regional centers with approximately 40,000 residents.

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Košice University Hospital to Provide Only Emergency Care on May 8

The Louis Pasteur University Hospital (UNLP) in Košice will restrict its services to emergency and urgent cases only on Friday, May 8, according to hospital spokesperson Ladislava Šustová. All scheduled medical procedures will be postponed to accommodate the temporary service limitation. The Louis Pasteur University Hospital is one of Slovakia's major medical facilities, serving the eastern region of the country and providing specialized healthcare services to the area.

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Spring Markets in Michalovce Feature Music, Sports and Hundreds of Stalls

The eastern Slovak city of Michalovce is hosting its annual spring markets, featuring hundreds of vendor stalls alongside music and sports activities. The multi-day event runs through Saturday, offering residents and visitors a traditional market experience with entertainment programming. Michalovce, located in the Košice region near Slovakia's border with Ukraine, regularly hosts seasonal markets as part of its cultural calendar.

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Košice makeup artists dominate skills competition in Hungary

Makeup artists from Košice achieved top results at the 26th annual Skills Cup competition held in Miskolc, Hungary on April 25. The event, organized by the Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County Chamber of Commerce and Industry, drew over 200 competitors from Hungary, Slovakia, Romania and Serbia. Participants competed in various beauty disciplines including hairdressing, makeup artistry, manicure and nail design, foot care, and eyelash extension techniques. The strong performance by the Košice representatives highlights the growing reputation of Slovak beauty professionals in regional competitions across Central Europe.

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Slovak Parliament Approves Bill Allowing Referendum on Košice Administrative Restructuring

The National Council, Slovakia's parliament, has approved legislation that would allow citizens to decide through a referendum whether to change the administrative divisions within Košice, the country's second-largest city. The parliamentary vote opens the door for local residents to have a direct say in potential territorial reorganization of the eastern Slovak metropolis. Košice currently consists of 22 city districts, and any changes to this structure would significantly affect local governance and administration in a city of approximately 230,000 residents.

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Košice Mayor Announces Return of Trams to Main Street After 40-Year Absence

Košice Mayor Jaroslav Polaček has announced plans to restore tram service to Hlavná Street, the city's main thoroughfare, marking a return after a 40-year hiatus. Trams last operated on Košice's Main Street four decades ago before being removed from the historic city center. The restoration plan includes the installation of retractable bollards to regulate vehicle access to the downtown area, allowing trams to operate while controlling other traffic in the pedestrian-friendly zone. The move represents a significant shift in Košice's urban transport policy, as the eastern Slovak city seeks to reintroduce public transit to its central historic district.

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Traffic Light Collapses in Central Košice, Causing Traffic Disruptions

A traffic light collapsed in the center of Košice, Slovakia's second-largest city, narrowly missing passing vehicles and pedestrians. Witnesses reported that the traffic signal had rotted at its base before falling, creating immediate traffic disruptions in the city center. The incident highlights potential infrastructure maintenance issues in the eastern Slovak metropolis.

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Prešov City Council to Vote on Investor Entry Into Local Football Club

The Prešov city council will vote on allowing an investor to enter FC Tatran Prešov, the city's football club, during an upcoming session with 30 agenda items. Councilors will also decide on incorporating a new kindergarten on Hviezdoslavova Street into the city's school district system, which is set to provide places for more than 90 children starting in September 2026. The council will additionally discuss the city's territorial development plan.

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Michalovce City Council to Vote on €2.8 Million Handball Arena Purchase Before Summer

The city council of Michalovce, a town in eastern Slovakia, is set to vote on purchasing a handball arena for more than €2.8 million before the summer break. The proposed acquisition would bring the sports facility under municipal ownership, though details about the current owner and the specific reasons for the purchase have not been disclosed. Michalovce, located in the Košice region near the Ukrainian border, is home to several sports clubs and the decision reflects the municipality's investment in local athletic infrastructure.

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Police in Košice Crack Down on Seatbelt Violations After Dozens of Drivers Caught Without Restraints

Police in Košice have intensified traffic enforcement operations after catching dozens of drivers failing to wear seatbelts during routine checks. The heightened enforcement comes as authorities reference a recent traffic accident near the village of Vojčice, though specific details of that incident were not provided. The crackdown reflects ongoing efforts by Slovak police to improve road safety compliance in the eastern Slovak city, which serves as the country's second-largest urban center and regional capital.

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Košice Launches Cycling Season with New Bus Route and Forest Access

Košice has launched its seasonal cycling bus service with an expanded route and new stops designed to improve access to the city's forest areas. The cycling bus, known locally as the "cyklobus," allows cyclists to transport their bicycles to popular cycling destinations around Slovakia's second-largest city. The service enhancement reflects the city's efforts to promote sustainable tourism and outdoor recreation by making it easier for residents and visitors to reach cycling trails in the surrounding forests without using private vehicles.

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Fatal Car Accident Leaves Vehicle Overturned Between Hriadky and Horovce

A fatal traffic accident occurred on the road between Hriadky and Horovce in eastern Slovakia, where a car ended up overturned on its roof. The crash resulted in at least one death, marking a tragic outcome for the incident. Authorities have closed the affected section of road while emergency responders handle the scene and investigate the circumstances of the accident.

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Highway company completes road repairs near Košice ahead of schedule

The National Highway Company (NDS) has finished repairing a first-class road between Košice and the Pereš district, which connects to the route toward Rožňava, nearly a week ahead of schedule. The highway company will spend the coming days relocating temporary traffic signs and moving construction equipment to other road sections. The completion of this project ahead of the planned timeline will help restore normal traffic flow on this important regional connection in eastern Slovakia.

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Overturned Truck Completely Blocks Road in Eastern Slovakia

A truck accident has completely blocked traffic on a road in the Humenné district of eastern Slovakia. The overturned vehicle is causing significant delays for drivers, who must now use alternative routes to reach their destinations. Local authorities are directing traffic around the blocked area while cleanup and recovery operations are underway.

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Thief breaks into seven offices in Kľušov, steals cash and alcohol worth over 4,000 euros

A burglar broke into seven offices in the eastern Slovak town of Kľušov, making off with cash and alcohol in a crime spree that caused damages exceeding 4,000 euros. The break-ins targeted multiple business premises in the small town, which is located in the Košice region of eastern Slovakia. Police are investigating the burglaries, which represent a significant crime for the rural community.

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Two Drivers Arrested in Eastern Slovakia for Drunk Driving and Driving Ban Violations

Police in eastern Slovakia arrested two drivers who posed serious traffic safety risks. One driver was found operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol level exceeding three times the legal limit, while another was caught driving despite being under a legal driving ban. Both individuals were detained in police custody following their arrests. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns about traffic safety compliance in the region, where drunk driving remains a persistent problem despite strict penalties including potential jail time and license revocation.

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Four Buildings on Fire in Kolačkov as Multiple Fire Stations Respond

Four buildings are currently burning in Kolačkov, a village in eastern Slovakia, with firefighters from multiple stations working to contain the blaze. Emergency crews have not yet brought the fire under control. Kolačkov is located in the Košice region of Slovakia, where such incidents can pose significant challenges to local emergency services due to the rural nature of many communities in the area.

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Košice Railway Station Has Modern Appearance But Outdated Management, Opposition Party Claims

The liberal opposition party SaS has criticized the modernization of Košice's main railway station, arguing that while the facility received a modern appearance, key operational problems remain unresolved. The party, which advocates for free-market reforms and is part of Slovakia's parliamentary opposition, is demanding a comprehensive modernization plan that addresses underlying management and operational issues rather than just cosmetic improvements. SaS contends that the current approach has failed to tackle the fundamental challenges facing the eastern Slovak city's primary railway hub, leaving passengers with an upgraded facade but persistent service problems.

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Košice Council Approves Controversial 65-Million-Euro Road Project Despite Opposition Concerns

The Košice city council approved a 65-million-euro asphalt and infrastructure project championed by Mayor Jaroslav Polaček, despite opposition criticism that the project represents an overpriced tunnel construction with potential financial risks. The vote proceeded without support from councillor Lörinc, highlighting divisions within the council over the substantial public works expenditure. Opposition members raised concerns about the project's cost-effectiveness and questioned whether the tunnel component justified the high price tag. The approval comes as local elections approach, with critics suggesting the timing of major infrastructure spending may be politically motivated.

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