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Polite drivers were rewarded in Irkutsk
In Irkutsk, the Polite Driver campaign was held for Motorist Day. Traffic police stopped not violators, but those who yield to pedestrians. More than 30 law abiding…
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History, architecture, Baikal, food and the seasons — writing that helps you see more than meets the eye.
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The Third Fair of Public Initiatives was held on October 25 in Irkutsk
In Irkutsk at the third Public Initiatives Fair, 15 projects received support, from sports and rehabilitation for disabled children to improvement and cultural programs…
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In November 2012, changes to the law on outdoor advertising distribution in Irkutsk will take effect
In Irkutsk, amendments to the rules for placing outdoor advertising were adopted, which will take effect in November 2012. The new rules will tighten control over signs…
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A phone terrorist was detained in Irkutsk for threatening to blow up a Sberbank building
In Irkutsk, a 31 year old previously convicted man was detained after reporting a supposed planned explosion at a Sberbank building on Furye Street. He was quickly…
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15 million rubles will be allocated for the Raisa KVN team to participate in the Premier League final
Irkutsk Duma deputies decided to increase funding for the KVN team Raisy after its successful reach to the 2012 Higher League final. Extra funds will cover flights…
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Next year, schools in Irkutsk will get new stadiums
At the Irkutsk City Duma hearings, the development and accessibility of sports in the city were discussed, next year the priority will be building new school stadiums…
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By 2017, 2500 surveillance cameras are planned to be installed in Irkutsk
In Irkutsk under the Safe City program about 2500 surveillance cameras are planned on major streets roads and in crowded places. The system should help control road…
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More than 40 ice rinks will be prepared in Irkutsk this year
This winter in Irkutsk, 15 rinks in different parts of the city will be prepared for public skating and sports training, and 24 school grounds will be iced for bandy…
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In the Zeleny neighborhood, the operation of an illegal gaming parlor was stopped
In Irkutsk, an investigation is being conducted into materials related to illegal business. Based on its results, a decision will be made on opening a criminal case and…