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Powerful Snowfall Hits Nizhny NovgorodPowerful Snowfall Hits Nizhny Novgorod
Powerful Snowfall Hits Nizhny NovgorodA heavy snowfall began in Nizhny Novgorod on the morning of January 27. Precipitation is expected to last for several days.
Oldest Supermarket in St. Petersburg Closes Last Store
Oldest Supermarket in St. Petersburg Closes Last StoreIn St. Petersburg, the last store of the Pukovsky Supermarket chain, located on Pulkovskoye Highway, is closing. Previously, the chain had already ceased operations on Krestovsky Island.
Nizhny Novgorod Hit by Heavy Snowfall, Streets BlanketedNizhny Novgorod Hit by Heavy Snowfall, Streets Blanketed
Nizhny Novgorod Hit by Heavy Snowfall, Streets BlanketedA powerful snowfall started in Nizhny Novgorod on January 27 and is expected to persist for several days, with over 20 centimeters of snow forecast by nightfall.
Novosibirsk and Saint Petersburg May Become Sister CitiesNovosibirsk and Saint Petersburg May Become Sister Cities
Novosibirsk and Saint Petersburg May Become Sister CitiesNovosibirsk held a memorial rally for the 82nd anniversary of the end of the Siege of Leningrad, where a proposal was made to establish sister city ties with Saint Petersburg.
Yaroslavl Plans Sale of Historical BuildingsYaroslavl Plans Sale of Historical Buildings
Yaroslavl Plans Sale of Historical BuildingsCity authorities plan to auction off several cultural heritage sites in 2026.
Krasnoyarsk Metro Contractor May Close as Leasing Equipment SeizedKrasnoyarsk Metro Contractor May Close as Leasing Equipment Seized
Krasnoyarsk Metro Contractor May Close as Leasing Equipment SeizedA subcontractor on the Krasnoyarsk metro project says promised payments never arrived, forcing him to consider shutting down his business.
Chita Quarter Plan Features Central Hotel Amid Thematic GardensChita Quarter Plan Features Central Hotel Amid Thematic Gardens
Chita Quarter Plan Features Central Hotel Amid Thematic GardensThe concept for the Chita Quarter, a hotel and business complex planned at a historic intersection in Chita, was unveiled on 26 January, with only four apartments remaining to be relocated.
Commemorating the Siege: Events at Piskaryovskoye CemeteryCommemorating the Siege: Events at Piskaryovskoye Cemetery
Commemorating the Siege: Events at Piskaryovskoye CemeteryOn January 27, hundreds of residents of St. Petersburg visited Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery to lay flowers in memory of the victims of the Siege of Leningrad.
Horse owner releases herds in city near VolgogradHorse owner releases herds in city near Volgograd
Horse owner releases herds in city near VolgogradHorses roaming freely have been causing problems in Krasnoslobodsk for six months. Residents say the animals wander onto roads, damage property, and cause traffic accidents.
Yaroslavl to Sell Historic Buildings in Privatization PlanYaroslavl to Sell Historic Buildings in Privatization Plan
Yaroslavl to Sell Historic Buildings in Privatization PlanSeveral historic buildings in Yaroslavl are set for privatization and sale in 2026. The list includes properties in the city center and on the outskirts.
St. Petersburg Honors Leningrad Siege Liberation Day
St. Petersburg Honors Leningrad Siege Liberation DayOn January 27, St. Petersburg and across Russia mark the Day of the Complete Liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi Blockade. The siege lasted 872 days and ended on January 27, 1944.
Governor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power LineGovernor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power Line
Governor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power LineIn the Murmansk region, a temporary power line has been installed, and specialists are starting to supply voltage in test mode, according to Governor Andrey Chibis.
Tourists Evicted, Complain to Police About Tyumen Travel AgencyTourists Evicted, Complain to Police About Tyumen Travel Agency
Tourists Evicted, Complain to Police About Tyumen Travel AgencyFamilies in Tyumen are left without vacations and money after paying for tours that never materialized, leading to police complaints.
Horse owner terrorizes city with herds, sees no problemHorse owner terrorizes city with herds, sees no problem
Horse owner terrorizes city with herds, sees no problemAccording to residents, horses have been terrorizing them for over six months.
Artistic director of St. Petersburg Capella diesArtistic director of St. Petersburg Capella dies
Artistic director of St. Petersburg Capella diesOn January 27, it was announced that Vladislav Chernushenko, a People's Artist of the USSR and the longtime artistic director of the Capella, has died. He passed away at the age of 90 after a serious illness.
Heavy Snowfall Cancels Over 20 St. Petersburg-Moscow FlightsHeavy Snowfall Cancels Over 20 St. Petersburg-Moscow Flights
Heavy Snowfall Cancels Over 20 St. Petersburg-Moscow FlightsDue to heavy snowfall in Moscow on January 27, more than 20 flights between St. Petersburg and the capital have been cancelled.
Samara City Administration Signs Agreement with DOM.RF BankSamara City Administration Signs Agreement with DOM.RF Bank
Samara City Administration Signs Agreement with DOM.RF BankOn 26 January, the Samara city administration signed a cooperation agreement with DOM.RF bank. The deal aims to boost socio-economic development and improve residents' quality of life.
Murmansk Alters Aid Point Operating Hours on TuesdayMurmansk Alters Aid Point Operating Hours on Tuesday
Murmansk Alters Aid Point Operating Hours on TuesdayThe Murmansk administration has released the updated schedule for aid points on January 27.
Residents Report No Heating or Electricity in Klepikovsky DistrictResidents Report No Heating or Electricity in Klepikovsky District
Residents Report No Heating or Electricity in Klepikovsky DistrictLocal residents in Klepikovsky District report ongoing power outages and frozen pipes, with the administration citing adverse weather as the cause.
Yuri Slyusar Announces Street Trade Reform in Rostov OblastYuri Slyusar Announces Street Trade Reform in Rostov Oblast
Yuri Slyusar Announces Street Trade Reform in Rostov OblastA street trade reform is being launched in Rostov Oblast. Farmers and veterans will receive benefits when obtaining spots.
Orenburg's Pingvin and Rossiya Venues Slated for RenovationOrenburg's Pingvin and Rossiya Venues Slated for Renovation
Orenburg's Pingvin and Rossiya Venues Slated for RenovationThe Rossiya Palace of Culture, a popular concert venue, has not been renovated since it was built.
Inspectors find over 1,000 land law violations in Tula Region in a yearInspectors find over 1,000 land law violations in Tula Region in a year
Inspectors find over 1,000 land law violations in Tula Region in a yearState land inspectors in Tula Region identified over 1,100 signs of violations, including 41 administrative cases, during 2,611 control measures in 2025.
Slyusar Announces Street Trade Reform in Rostov RegionSlyusar Announces Street Trade Reform in Rostov Region
Slyusar Announces Street Trade Reform in Rostov RegionGovernor Yury Slyusar has announced a reform of street trading in the Rostov region, promising benefits for farmers and veterans and addressing public complaints.
Tyumen Trio Killed in War: Officer, Ex-Official, SoldierTyumen Trio Killed in War: Officer, Ex-Official, Soldier
Tyumen Trio Killed in War: Officer, Ex-Official, SoldierState agencies and public organizations have published obituaries for three natives of Tyumen Region who died in the special military operation zone.
Yaroslavl City Hall details snow cleanup plansYaroslavl City Hall details snow cleanup plans
Yaroslavl City Hall details snow cleanup plansYaroslavl authorities have discussed an intensified work regime to clear the city following a heavy snowfall.