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Piešťany Bicycle Path Construction Proceeds on Schedule

Construction of a bicycle path in Piešťany is progressing according to plan, local officials confirmed. Work has also begun on building new sidewalks and modifying the intersection of Beethovenova and Winterova streets, where crews are adjusting the elevation of a pedestrian crossing to improve safety and accessibility.

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Police investigate violent death of man found in family home in Ilava

Police are investigating the violent death of a man whose body was discovered Thursday morning in a family home in Ilava, a town in western Slovakia. Officers found the man's body without signs of life and are treating the case as a suspected homicide. Police have not released additional details about the circumstances of the death, stating they will provide more information when the procedural situation allows.

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Nitra Plans to Extend Pedestrian Zone on Štefánikova Avenue

The city of Nitra is preparing to extend the pedestrian zone along Štefánikova Avenue, one of its main thoroughfares. The project includes plans for revitalizing paved surfaces in the area. Nitra, Slovakia's fourth-largest city located in the western part of the country, has been working to enhance its urban center and make it more pedestrian-friendly through various infrastructure improvements.

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Deadly Fire in Močenok Claims One Life and Causes Thousands in Damages

A fatal fire broke out in Močenok, western Slovakia, killing one person and causing thousands of euros in property damage. The blaze destroyed a farm building and a caravan along with two vehicles, with the victim found dead at the scene. Fire investigators are still working to determine the cause of the nighttime incident that struck the small town in the Nitra region.

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Pedestrian killed in car collision between Bušovce and Podhorany villages

A pedestrian died after being struck by a car on the road between the villages of Bušovce and Podhorany in eastern Slovakia. The driver involved in the fatal collision tested negative for alcohol in a breathalyzer test conducted at the scene. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.

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Coffee Grounds Offer Surprising Household and Garden Uses Beyond the Trash Can

Most people automatically throw coffee grounds into the trash after their morning cup, but these leftovers can serve multiple practical purposes around the home and garden. Rather than ending up as waste, used coffee grounds can be repurposed in various ways that many consumers are unaware of. The grounds offer several alternative uses that can benefit both household maintenance and gardening activities.

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Slovak Media Highlights Practical Uses for Coffee Grounds Beyond Waste Disposal

A Slovak lifestyle publication has highlighted various practical applications for used coffee grounds, which most people typically discard after their morning cup. The article suggests that coffee grounds can serve multiple purposes in both household maintenance and gardening activities, offering environmentally-friendly alternatives to throwing them away as waste. The publication provides several specific tips for repurposing this common kitchen byproduct rather than sending it to landfills.

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Traffic Light Repairs Complete at Major Prešov Intersection

A key intersection at Solivarská and Švábska streets in Prešov has fully reopened to traffic following the completion of traffic light repairs. Public transport buses have returned to their original routes after being diverted during the repair work. The intersection, which serves as an important traffic junction in Slovakia's third-largest city, had experienced disruptions while crews worked to fix the malfunctioning signals.

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Slovak Road Administration Files Expropriation Proposals for Poprad Road Expansion

The Slovak Road Administration has submitted expropriation proposals for certain properties along a road expansion project in Poprad, a city in northern Slovakia. The state agency, which manages the country's road infrastructure, will use this alternative solution to acquire necessary land for the construction project. Expropriation allows the government to compulsorily purchase private property for public infrastructure projects, typically when voluntary negotiations with landowners fail to reach agreement.

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Traffic Police Operation in Eastern Slovakia Uncovers Speeding, Phone Use, and Overloaded Vehicles

Police in eastern Slovakia conducted a major traffic enforcement operation that revealed hundreds of violations including speeding, drivers using mobile phones while driving, and vehicles carrying excessive loads. Officers inspected hundreds of vehicles during the operation, which targeted common traffic safety violations that pose risks to road users. The enforcement action reflects ongoing efforts by Slovak authorities to improve road safety through targeted police operations, particularly in addressing dangerous driving behaviors that frequently contribute to traffic accidents across the country.

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Two Brown Bear Cubs from Slovakia Arrive at Czech Zoo as Part of Conservation Program

Two brown bear cubs named Mišo and Alica, originally from the Tatra Mountains region near Košice in eastern Slovakia, have arrived at a zoo in the Krkonoše Mountains in the Czech Republic. The young bears, described as Tatra orphans, are exploring their new enclosure as they become part of a conservation rescue program designed to protect and rehabilitate brown bears from the Carpathian region.

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Burglar steals tens of thousands of euros from apartment in eastern Slovak town

An unknown perpetrator broke into an apartment in Snina, a town in eastern Slovakia near the Polish and Ukrainian borders, and stole tens of thousands of euros. Police have launched a criminal investigation into the burglary. Snina, located in the Prešov region, is one of Slovakia's easternmost municipalities and has experienced various security challenges due to its border location.

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Illegal Antler Collection Cases Uncovered in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains

Authorities in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains are discovering cases of illegal collection of naturally shed deer antlers, using camera traps to help monitor and prevent the unauthorized gathering. The High Tatras National Park, Slovakia's oldest and most prestigious protected area established in 1949, faces ongoing challenges with visitors who illegally collect natural materials despite regulations protecting the mountain ecosystem. Camera traps have become an important tool for park rangers to detect and document violations of conservation laws, which prohibit the removal of natural materials including antlers that deer shed annually during winter months.

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Police Traffic Check on D2 Highway Finds 60 Violations

Police conducted a major traffic enforcement operation on the D2 highway, discovering 60 violations during vehicle inspections. Officers administered 433 breath tests for alcohol and two drug tests during the operation. In one case, police detected alcohol levels below one per mille in a driver's system. The D2 is one of Slovakia's main highways, connecting Bratislava with other parts of the country, making it a frequent target for traffic safety operations as authorities work to reduce road accidents and enforce traffic laws.

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Topoľčany Cancels Public Procurement for Community Center Reconstruction

The city of Topoľčany has canceled a public procurement tender for the reconstruction of its Community Center, according to Mayor Alexandra Gieciová. The mayor stated that the city will reissue the tender for the project, which has an estimated value of 1.49 million euros as listed in the Public Procurement Office bulletin. The cancellation suggests issues with the initial bidding process, though specific reasons were not disclosed.

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Large Fire Destroys Nine Hectares of Dry Vegetation Near Trnava

A large fire at the recreational area of Kamenný mlyn (Stone Mill) near Trnava consumed approximately nine hectares of dry vegetation. Firefighters successfully contained the blaze within an hour and a half of responding to the incident. The fire occurred in what is a popular recreational area located in western Slovakia near the city of Trnava, though no details were provided about potential injuries or damage to recreational facilities.

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Slovak Town Installs Microchips in Garbage Bins to Monitor Waste Collection

The eastern Slovak town of Sabinov has equipped its garbage containers with electronic chips to track when waste is emptied. The municipality is implementing the modern monitoring system to improve waste management operations. The technology will allow city officials to monitor collection schedules and optimize waste disposal services for residents.

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