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Owes 65 million. Former Druzhba Park contractor loses court appealOwes 65 million. Former Druzhba Park contractor loses court appeal
Owes 65 million. Former Druzhba Park contractor loses court appealA former contractor for the reconstruction of Rostov's Druzhba Park unsuccessfully appealed a court decision ordering it to pay 65.6 million rubles ($728,900 at current rates) for unfinished and defective work.
St. Petersburg plans eco-technoparks for waste recycling
St. Petersburg plans eco-technoparks for waste recyclingEco-technoparks with material processing enterprises are planned to be organized at waste sorting complexes in St. Petersburg. Vice-Governor Alexei Korabelnikov spoke about these plans.
St. Petersburg leads in share of employed persons with disabilities
St. Petersburg leads in share of employed persons with disabilitiesSt. Petersburg retains the top spot among Russian regions in employment levels for working-age persons with disabilities, but an increase in their numbers is expected due to the return of participants in the special military operation.
Official explains need to reclaim old landfill in Yablonevsky GardenOfficial explains need to reclaim old landfill in Yablonevsky Garden
Official explains need to reclaim old landfill in Yablonevsky GardenSt. Petersburg Vice-Governor Aleksey Korabelnikov explained the need to reclaim the former landfill in Yablonevsky Garden, pointing to insufficient Soviet-era methods and the use of modern technology for safety.
New names of the deceased from Tyumen regionNew names of the deceased from Tyumen region
New names of the deceased from Tyumen regionResidents of Tyumen region, including an engineer from SUENKO, have been killed in the special military operation. District administrations have published a list of servicemen.
New names of Tyumen Oblast residents killed in special operation revealedNew names of Tyumen Oblast residents killed in special operation revealed
New names of Tyumen Oblast residents killed in special operation revealedAn engineer from the energy company SUENKO is among the latest casualties from Tyumen Oblast in the special military operation.
Governor Blames Mothers for Infant Deaths in Novokuznetsk Maternity HospitalGovernor Blames Mothers for Infant Deaths in Novokuznetsk Maternity Hospital
Governor Blames Mothers for Infant Deaths in Novokuznetsk Maternity HospitalKemerovo Region Governor Ilya Seredyuk defended hospital staff by criticizing the mothers of infants who died, citing a lack of prenatal care and, in some cases, intoxication during delivery.
‘Power flickered for us too’: Perm residents report brief outage‘Power flickered for us too’: Perm residents report brief outage
‘Power flickered for us too’: Perm residents report brief outageElectricity briefly went out across the city of Perm on a cold Thursday evening. The local grid operator said an automatic safety system worked after a fault on a 110-kilovolt line.
Contract Signed for Development in Nizhny NovgorodContract Signed for Development in Nizhny Novgorod
Contract Signed for Development in Nizhny NovgorodIn Nizhny Novgorod, a contract has been signed for the integrated development of a territory. As part of the project, 21 dilapidated buildings will be demolished.
Prosecutor's office demands recalculation of utility bills due to water shutdownProsecutor's office demands recalculation of utility bills due to water shutdown
Prosecutor's office demands recalculation of utility bills due to water shutdownSeveral mining towns in Rostov Oblast have been without water supply for almost a week. The prosecutor's office is demanding a recalculation of utility bills and holding those responsible accountable.
Sochi Mayor Announces New Safety and Infrastructure ProjectsSochi Mayor Announces New Safety and Infrastructure Projects
Sochi Mayor Announces New Safety and Infrastructure ProjectsMeetings with federal ministries focused on infrastructure development and enhancing the city's security system.
Exhibition in Nizhny Novgorod Explores Psychiatry DevelopmentExhibition in Nizhny Novgorod Explores Psychiatry Development
Exhibition in Nizhny Novgorod Explores Psychiatry DevelopmentThe 'Kashchenko in Nizhny Novgorod' exhibition presents the history of psychiatry in the city, aiming to change perceptions of mental health.
Key Changes for University Admissions in 2026Key Changes for University Admissions in 2026
Key Changes for University Admissions in 2026New university admission rules for 2026 will affect application deadlines, the allocation of state-funded spots, targeted training, and entrance exams.
Appeals filed in Alexander Pak murder trialAppeals filed in Alexander Pak murder trial
Appeals filed in Alexander Pak murder trialLawyers for Alexander Pak, convicted of murder in the performance of public duty, have filed appeals with the Third Appellate Court in Sochi; the hearing date is pending.
Six detained in power grid bribery case
Six detained in power grid bribery caseSix people have been detained in a criminal case involving bribery for technological connection to power grids. Searches were conducted the day before, with those involved including employees of a grid company and businessmen.
Appeal court in Sochi receives complaints from Pak's lawyersAppeal court in Sochi receives complaints from Pak's lawyers
Appeal court in Sochi receives complaints from Pak's lawyersThe Third Appellate Court of General Jurisdiction in Sochi has received appeal complaints from lawyers representing Alexander Pak, who was sentenced to 11 years for a hit-and-run killing. The materials have been assigned to a judge, with the hearing date yet to be set.
Heat Guns Set Up, Welders to Work Through Night in Freezing DarasunHeat Guns Set Up, Welders to Work Through Night in Freezing Darasun
Heat Guns Set Up, Welders to Work Through Night in Freezing DarasunA rupture in the main heating pipeline in Darasun village on January 21 has left 17 apartment buildings and a school without heat, prompting emergency measures including heat guns and overnight welding work.
St. Petersburg chooses 58 addresses for greening restorationSt. Petersburg chooses 58 addresses for greening restoration
St. Petersburg chooses 58 addresses for greening restorationThe authorities of St. Petersburg have preliminarily identified 58 locations in the city's historical center where lost green spaces are planned to be restored. This was announced by the head of the environmental committee, Kirill Soloveychik.
St. Petersburg court sentences five for desecrating Victory BannerSt. Petersburg court sentences five for desecrating Victory Banner
St. Petersburg court sentences five for desecrating Victory BannerThe St. Petersburg City Court found five young people guilty of desecrating copies of the Victory Banner and gave them suspended prison sentences.
Sochi's Krasnaya Polyana Clears Over 88,000 Cubic Meters of SnowSochi's Krasnaya Polyana Clears Over 88,000 Cubic Meters of Snow
Sochi's Krasnaya Polyana Clears Over 88,000 Cubic Meters of SnowThe State Traffic Inspectorate has initiated 11 cases for improper road maintenance following complaints from Sochi residents.
Murmansk Governor Outlines Next Stage of Emergency Housing ResettlementMurmansk Governor Outlines Next Stage of Emergency Housing Resettlement
Murmansk Governor Outlines Next Stage of Emergency Housing ResettlementGovernor Andrey Chibis stated that the need for resettlement exceeds current financial capabilities as the region prepares to move to the second phase of its program.
Demolition Begins on Unfinished Skyscraper in TyumenDemolition Begins on Unfinished Skyscraper in Tyumen
Demolition Begins on Unfinished Skyscraper in TyumenIn Tyumen, demolition has begun on an unfinished high-rise building near the central department store. A modern hotel complex is planned for the freed-up area.
1,154 Injured, 146 Hospitalized on Voronezh's Icy Streets1,154 Injured, 146 Hospitalized on Voronezh's Icy Streets
1,154 Injured, 146 Hospitalized on Voronezh's Icy StreetsOver 1,150 people in Voronezh and its region were injured on icy streets last week, with one in eight requiring hospitalization, according to health authorities.
Riverbank Cameras Planned to Curb Reckless BoatingRiverbank Cameras Planned to Curb Reckless Boating
Riverbank Cameras Planned to Curb Reckless BoatingNizhny Novgorod authorities plan to install video surveillance systems along riverbanks to combat offenders on speedboats.