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News from the Burgas region outside the city — municipalities, villages, local economy, infrastructure, and community initiatives.
Nesebar Children - World Folklore Champions
The "Sea Stars" ensemble from Nesebar won first place at the World Folklore Championship in Sveti Vlas, demonstrating virtuosity and artistry. The success is a testament to the talent and hard work of the young performers and their leaders.
Varna Airport: Passenger Growth and New Destinations
Varna Airport reported a 17% increase in passenger traffic in 2025. During the winter season, flights to 16 destinations will be available, including new routes to Bergamo and Bratislava. Expanding the network of destinations is an important factor in the airport's development.
Golden Rose: Varna – Center of Bulgarian Cinema
The 43rd edition of the "Golden Rose" festival in Varna opened its doors. Minister Bacheva emphasized the festival's importance for Bulgarian cinema and international cooperation. The event presents the latest films and encourages the exchange of ideas.
Varna without a Mayor: Potential Consequences
The arrest of Varna_q_s mayor may lead to early elections as early as November. The acting mayor Pavel Popov explained the potential scenario and its severe consequences for the city.
Sozopol: 95 First-Graders, A Renewed Start
95 first-graders in Sozopol began the school year in renovated schools. The mayor gifted each child a book and invested in modernizing the schoolyards, providing a better learning environment. He wished them a successful and fruitful school year.
353 First-Graders in Nessebar – A Record!
A record number of 353 first-graders started the 2025/2025 school year in the Nessebar municipality. The most children are in the primary school "Lyuben Karavelov" (120). Mayor Nikolay Dimitrov wished the students a successful year.
Theft of Rare Turtles in Nessebar
20 newly hatched turtles have been stolen from the Rescue Centre in Nessebar. The Centre is asking for help in finding the rare animals, five different species, approximately 5 cm in size. An investigation is underway.
Forest fire in Topolovgrad: State of emergency, 2500 decares affected
A partial state of emergency has been declared in the municipality of Topolovgrad due to a large forest fire that has affected 2500 decares. Teams are battling the fire.
Malko Tarnovo and Strandzha: a new tourism strategy for the Southern Black Sea Coast
Malko Tarnovo and Strandzha are becoming part of a common tourism strategy for the Southern Black Sea Coast. The goal is to combine seaside and mountain tourism.
Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev Remains in Custody, Arguments for Political Persecution Rejected
The Sofia City Court kept Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev in custody on corruption charges, rejecting claims of political motives.
Lyuben Karavelov Secondary School in Nesebar is ready for the new school year
The largest school in Nesebar, Lyuben Karavelov Secondary School, has been renovated with modern technology, refurbished classrooms, and a new STEM center.
Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev in Court, Seeks Change to Restrictive Measures
Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev appeared in the Sofia City Court for a hearing on a request to change his restrictive measures.
Over 120 reports of road aggression in Varna in less than a month
Varna residents have filed over 120 reports of traffic violations in one month through the initiative "No-Compromise Recording", demonstrating an active civic stance.
Preparing for the School Year in Pomorie: Meeting of Principals
School principals in Pomorie met with the mayor to discuss preparations for the new school year, as well as safety and the use of phones.
Pomorie with video surveillance against illegal waste disposal
The Municipality of Pomorie is installing video surveillance cameras at waste collection points to impose fines of up to BGN 4,000.