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The Government Council approved a public commendation for the four athletes and the association promoting the solidarity crossing between Porto Santo and Madeira.
The Regional Government Council approved, at its meeting on July 23, a resolution to publicly commend a group of Madeiran canoeists and the association that organized a historic and solidarity crossing between islands.
The Regional Government Council Resolution No. 731/2026 highlights the feat of canoeists José Cristiano Perestrelo, João Carlos de Lima, José Miguel Figueira and Luís Filipe Nascimento, who completed, on June 19, 2026, an unprecedented crossing between the islands of Porto Santo and Madeira in a traditional canoe.
The document also emphasizes the role of the 'Maratona à Descoberta - Cultural Association', the promoting entity of the initiative, which gave it a significant solidarity character. The funds raised by the action were used to support the recovery of a Madeiran citizen who was a victim of a severe stroke (CVA).
The Regional Government considers that this achievement, carried out in the year marking the 50th anniversary of the Region's Autonomy, contributed to enhancing the prestige of Madeira and constitutes an example of the values of sport, solidarity and citizenship.
Foster families will receive €324.36 per month for each person in their care, rising to double that amount in cases of severe dependency. The maintenance allowance increases to €320.43, with effect from 1 September 2026.
Ponta do Sol Municipal Council is granting €500 to the Madeira Football Association to hold the 12th Intermunicipal Tournament 2026. The agreement sets out requirements for reporting, keeping expense records and acknowledging the municipal support.
The removal of a large advertising panel will require parking to be prohibited on Rua Virgílio Teixeira and pedestrian access to be restricted in the surrounding area on 22 October, from 08:30 to 11:00. Vehicles must be removed by 08:00 or they may be towed at their owners’ expense.