In Portoferraio, where more than 34 millimeters of rain fell in just 15 minutes.
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Florence Regains Control of Historic Le Mulina Racecourse
Once a jewel of Italian horse racing, the site has fallen into decay since its closure in 2012, but the ruling paves the way for its recovery.
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U.S. Student Robbed in Florence, Suspect Arrested
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Florence n the historic center of the city during the night of September 2.
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Florence Redrawn by Hotels and Student Residences in 20 Years
Two decades of conversions highlight the impact on Florence’s housing, commerce, and everyday life.
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Inquiry Launched into Florence Black-and-White Tower Project
The inquiry, with no suspects at this stage, aims to verify possible breaches of building or planning rules.
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Tomasi to Challenge Giani in Tuscany Regional Race
The center-right coalition has officially chosen the mayor of Pistoia, as its candidate for the presidency of Tuscany in the upcoming regional elections.
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Scenes from the Fire: How Crews Extinguished the Blaze at the Viper Theatre
A major fire broke out over the weekend at the Viper Theatre, one of Florence’s best-known live music venues.
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Severe Storms Hit Tuscany: Floods, Lightning and Dozens of Rescues
Torrential rain and strong winds battered Tuscany, with over 100,000 lightning strikes, rescues in Grosseto and Orbetello, and storm damage from Livorno to Florence.
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Black-and-White Tower near the Lungarno Sparks Debate in Florence
Originally planned as private residences, the approved project will now bring an ultra-luxury hotel and tourist apartments.
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Florence Reacts to Announcement that US Consulate Will Remain Open
U.S. Ambassador Tilman Fertitta’s announcement that the Florence consulate will stay open was warmly received after rumors of its possible closure.
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