Latest City News from Russia

Irkutsk Proposes New Monument to Leonid GaidaiA new monument depicting the young Leonid Gaidai is planned for installation at the entrance to his future museum in Irkutsk. The sculpture will be placed after the museum opens in 2027.

Mar 1, 2026

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Krasnoyarsk Krai Boosts Preferential Grid Connection VolumesIn 2025, the pace of contract execution for grid connections in Krasnoyarsk Krai has changed, with energy companies completing over 6,000 agreements.

Mar 1, 2026

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How Ufa's Hogwarts is Growing: A Photo Report from the Campus Construction SiteOur photographer climbed to the top to capture epic shots of the new towers of knowledge being built for the interuniversity campus.

Mar 1, 2026

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From Siberia with love: How a Tyumen design family turns plastic into collectible sablesAmong their owners are art toy enthusiasts and notable figures from various cities across the country.

Mar 1, 2026

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October District 2025 Report: Changing Leaders Twice UnacceptableThe head of the district administration shared the results of the year and revealed future plans.

Mar 1, 2026

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Vladivostok Mayor's Office Sets Date to Dismantle New Year's TownVladivostok authorities will begin dismantling the New Year's town on Revolution Fighters Square on February 2. The skating rink will also be removed.

Mar 1, 2026

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Lyubertsy residents without heating as cold snap hitsResidents of Lyubertsy in the Moscow region are without heating due to a system accident, with repairs ongoing and restoration expected by midnight as temperatures drop below zero.

Mar 1, 2026

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New power line for Yaroslavl area after freezing blackoutResidents of Shchedrino near Yaroslavl were left without heating during a power outage in sub-zero temperatures, prompting plans for a new cable line.

Mar 1, 2026

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St. Petersburg's main Christmas tree removed from Palace SquareOn Palace Square in St. Petersburg, the dismantling of the 30-meter New Year's tree has been completed. The tree was sawed up, and its parts will be used to make souvenirs and sawdust.

Mar 1, 2026

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New cable line to be built in Yaroslavl District by OctoberResidents of Shchedrino were left without heat or electricity during severe frosts. To address the recurring problem, a new power line will be constructed by October 1.

Mar 1, 2026

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St. Petersburg Replaces Rzhevka Heat Networks, Length in CorgisIn St. Petersburg, reconstruction of heat networks has begun in the Rzhevka-Porokhovye quarter. The new pipeline system will increase the reliability of heat supply for thousands of residents.

Mar 1, 2026

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Stavropol weekend guide: The Master and Margarita, snail tasting, Stalingrad lectureThe first month of 2026 is coming to an end, but guests and residents of the regional capital can spend it actively and in good spirits. The city has prepared various events, lectures, meetings, and performances, and the editorial office of 26.RU has compiled a weekend guide.

Mar 1, 2026

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Only Anglican church in Moscow stops services over scandal involving priestSt. Andrew's Anglican Church in Moscow has temporarily halted services after being left without a priest due to a legal dispute and allegations of misconduct.

Mar 1, 2026

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St. Petersburg Authorities Discuss Phone Checks in MetroVice Governor Kirill Polyakov stated that increased security measures in the metro are due to difficult times. He explained why passengers are asked to turn on their smartphone screens.

Mar 1, 2026

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Moscow to Open New Waterfront Leisure Zones in 2026In 2026, 15 new places will be created where people can swim and sunbathe.

Mar 1, 2026

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Over 14,000 Migrants Deported from St. Petersburg, MVD ReportsRoman Pluguin, head of the MVD for St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region, reported that over 14,000 illegal migrants were deported last year, and overall crime fell.

Mar 1, 2026

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St. Petersburg Officials Explain Paid Parking Near Social InstitutionsVice Governor Kirill Polyakov stated that free parking spots near social institutions in the paid zone will be taken by outsiders.

Mar 1, 2026

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Only 2,000 People Use Putilovskaya Metro Station DailyVice Governor Kirill Polyakov announced passenger flow data for the new metro stations in St. Petersburg. The figures are significantly lower than at other stations, attributed to a period of passenger adaptation.

Mar 1, 2026

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Over 80 buildings in Novosibirsk left without heating: key events for January 29Five events that interested readers of NGS

Mar 1, 2026

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St. Petersburg recognized as safe after deportation of 14,000 migrantsRepresentatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported a decrease in crime in St. Petersburg over the past year. Governor Alexander Beglov called the city one of the safest in Russia.

Mar 1, 2026

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January fog envelops Volgograd, no hat neededForecasters report that warm, foggy weather will persist in the city for several more days.

Mar 1, 2026

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St. Petersburg to Start Designing Intercept Parking LotsSt. Petersburg authorities have announced the beginning of design work for multi-level intercept parking lots to ease congestion in the city center.

Mar 1, 2026

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Dense January Fog Envelops Volgograd, Residents Can Go HatlessWeather forecasters say this romantic weather will persist in the city for several more days before severe frosts return.

Mar 1, 2026

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Worn-out Pipe Rupture Leaves Volgodonsk Without HeatingGovernor Yuri Slusar reported on round-the-clock efforts to fix the rupture on the heating main.

Mar 1, 2026

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Volgograd Debates 25% Hike in Capital Repair FeesIn January 2026, the minimum capital repair fee in Volgograd Oblast rose by 25%, which significantly exceeded the official inflation rate for 2025.

Mar 1, 2026

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