Could An Access Fee Work In Como? Insights From Venice’s Experiment Published: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 16:47:38 GMT The recent completion of the experimental access fee in Venice has sparked discussions about whether a similar strategy could be effective in Como. Often referred to as the “contributo di accesso,” this fee was introduced in Venice…
Musical Walks and Lake Reflections at Villa Olmo in Como Published: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 16:18:03 GMT Experience the magic of Como this summer with “Como… che spettacolo,” a series of enchanting events organized by the Comune di Como. One of the highlights is the participation of the Teatro Sociale di Como, which curates a…
How Tourism is Killing Tradition in Lake Como Published: Sun, 07 Jul 2024 13:15:00 GMT Source: La Provincia di Como In the enchanting region of Lake Como, a new trend threatens to overpower local culinary traditions. Recent investigations reveal that the influx of tourists has led to a concerning homogenization of restaurant menus. From “h24”…
Hefty Fines on Via Napoleona: €3,570 from Speed Cameras Source: La Provincia di Como The recent road safety checks conducted on Via Napoleona between Camerlata and Piazza Matteotti have resulted in significant fines for speeding violations. Undertaken during the night between Saturday and Sunday, these checks have led to a substantial penalty of €3,570. This…
Sangue e Fango: A Novel Presentation in Tavernerio with Lt. Gallorini Expats and visitors to the Lake Como area, mark your calendars for an exciting literary evening. Paolo Moretti’s novel Sangue e Fango will be presented at the Centro Civico Livatino in Tavernerio on Wednesday, July 17, at 9 PM. The event will feature a…
18-Year-Old Arrested for Stealing 60 Euros of Goods at Carrefour in Como In a recent incident at the Carrefour supermarket on Via Recchi in Como, an 18-year-old was arrested for shoplifting items worth 60 euros. The event occurred on the evening of July 14, 2024. The young man attempted to leave the store with the…
Vacation Rentals Market in Lake Como Reaches €36 Million Published: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:23:25 GMT Lake Como, one of Italy’s most enchanting and sought-after destinations, has recently seen its vacation rental market boom. Over the past year, the total turnover from the 1,500 rental properties in the area has grown by 3%, reaching an…
Via Veneto Closed for Major Infrastructure Upgrades Published: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 14:23:47 GMT Source: Prima Como Starting today, Monday, July 15th, Via Vittorio Veneto has been closed to traffic between Via Locatelli and Via Mirabella due to major infrastructure overhaul works. This important project aims at the substantial redevelopment of the underground utilities. Please…
Cleaned Walls in Via Turati: Lo Snodo’s Volunteer Efforts Published: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 The walls at Via Turati 5 and 7 in Erba are now free of vandalistic graffiti, thanks to the dedicated work of the association Lo Snodo. Armed with rollers, brushes, and paint, the volunteers resumed their cleaning efforts, which originally began…
Como Faces Challenges with Youth Emigration and Development Source: La Provincia di Como According to recent reports, Como is struggling with significant issues related to the emigration of its younger residents. The city has been described as “passive,” allowing its best and brightest to leave without putting up much resistance. One key example is the…
