Region
News from the Burgas region outside the city — municipalities, villages, local economy, infrastructure, and community initiatives.
Yani Nikolov is the new honorary citizen of Nessebar
The Municipal Council of Nessebar has awarded Yani Nikolov the title of "Honorary Citizen". Learn more about his contribution to the development of tourism, Sunny Beach, and Elenite.
Property mafia in Varna: Scheme for stealing state property with fake title deeds exposed
MPs from DB have exposed an organized criminal group that was seizing municipal properties in Varna using fake deeds. The case has been "buried" in the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office following the intervention of Borislav Sarafov.
New paid parking in Nessebar: The municipality is solving the parking problem
Nessebar Mayor Nikolay Dimitrov proposes the construction of a new municipal parking lot with a parking meter. The decision aims to alleviate traffic and provide parking spaces for residents and tourists.
Nessebar Municipality joins the “Partnership for the Rare” to support patients
Nessebar Municipality becomes a partner in the “Partnership for the Rare” initiative. Learn how the “Advocacy Hub Burgas” will help people with rare diseases from September 2026.
Varna Administrative Court takes on the case of the removed cadastre chief
The Varna Court has scheduled a hearing on the appeal of engineer Krasimira Bozhkova against her temporary removal from the position of head of the Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre Service (SGKK) in Varna.
Fuel oil deposits on the Black Sea coast: Experts reassure there is no new spill
The Ministry of Transport and the Maritime Administration explained the origin of the tar balls on the beaches. It is a matter of old waste, not a new incident.
Illegal construction in Varna: Mayor Kotsev takes urgent measures
Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev is requesting assistance from district administrations to tackle illegal construction in the "Baba Alino" area through systematic inspections and demolition.
Customs officers in Varna confiscated a huge quantity of undeclared goods from Turkey
Officials from the Varna Customs Directorate seized over 2,700 items of clothing and 4,500 square meters of fabric being transported illegally by truck from Turkey to Bulgaria.
Forced seizure: The state regains control over the Aheloy dam
The regional governor of Burgas has ordered the seizure of the Aheloy dam due to unauthorized use. Police and an interdepartmental commission are currently on site.
Romanian tourists choose Bulgaria: 12% growth in vacationers on the Black Sea coast
Romanians are choosing the Bulgarian Black Sea coast in large numbers for their 2026 summer vacation. See what the main reasons are for the record attendance and the changes in tourist requirements.
Sozopol modernizes its fishing port with new smart technologies
The Municipality of Sozopol is launching a large-scale project to modernize the fishing harbor. Learn how European funds are improving the port's safety, infrastructure, and ecology.
European Folklore Championship "Euro Folk 2026" in Pomorie: See the program
On July 3 and 4, 2026, Pomorie will host the XVIII European Folklore Championship. Expect international performers, a rich program, and television broadcasting.
The Path to the Relics of St. John the Baptist: A Spiritual Route near Sozopol
Today, a religious procession is taking place in Sozopol for the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. Learn more about the new pilgrimage route connecting Bulgaria to the Camino de Santiago.
49 years since the feat of the "Erma": Varna honored the heroes who saved the city from hell
Varna marked 49 years since the extinguishing of the fire on the tanker "Erma". The Museum of Modern History is preparing a grand celebration for the 50th anniversary of the feat.
Nessebar Municipality begins street asphalt paving following water project
Find out which streets in Nessebar will be paved with asphalt following the water supply system repairs. The municipality is beginning a phased restoration of road surfaces and infrastructure improvements.