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In Irkutsk they celebrate Airborne Forces Day
On August 2 in Irkutsk, a ceremonial rally and procession are held, dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the Airborne Forces. The celebration began at the Eternal Flame…
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In July 280 drivers were caught drunk driving
Despite tougher penalties, Irkutsk drivers keep getting behind the wheel drunk. In July alone, inspectors filed reports against 280 motorists. Four now face criminal…
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A traffic accident happened again on Baikalskaya.
In Irkutsk at the intersection of Baikalskaya and Piskunov on the evening of July 31, a new crash occurred. A car ran a red light at high speed and caused a pileup…
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Within the framework of an international auto rally, a Chinese delegation arrived in Irkutsk
In Irkutsk, a Chinese delegation was welcomed, which as part of an international car rally is heading through Russia to Europe. Acting regional sports minister Pavel…
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Everyone who wishes is invited to clean up children's playgrounds
On August 4, a repair and cleanup campaign for playgrounds will take place in Irkutsk courtyards, open to all. Volunteers with the mayor and city officials will tidy…
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On Uritsky Street, the fight against illegal advertising continues
In Irkutsk, illegal advertising continues to be systematically removed. Another raid to dismantle sidewalk signs and shop signs took place on Uritsky pedestrian street…
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Traffic restrictions on Partizanskaya Street will last until September
Due to road repairs and district heating construction, traffic on Partizanskaya Street in Irkutsk will be closed in turns until early September, and the K. Liebknecht…
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The second literary walk through old Irkutsk will be dedicated to Iosif Utkin
As part of Walk through old Irkutsk, a literary tour dedicated to poet Iosif Utkin will take place on August 4. At the monument to Alexander III on the Angara…
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Today relatives and friends said goodbye to the deceased businessman Denis Matveev
On July 31 in Irkutsk, businessman Denis Matveev, who died in a terrible crash on Baikalskaya, will be farewelled. The memorial service will be held in the funeral hall…