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Wages in Romania’s North-East remain below national average; Iași and Bacău lead region

Average salaries in Romania’s North-East region remained below the national level in January 2026, although notable differences persist between counties and economic sectors, according to data published by InfoSTAT. The national average gross salary stood at about 9,220 lei, while all six counties in the region recorded lower levels. Iași ranked first regionally with an average gross salary of 8,868...

Volunteers plant trees near Comănești in reforestation effort

Dozens of volunteers took part in a reforestation action on the hills near the...

One dead after house fire in Bacău County; firefighters respond to two separate incidents

Firefighters from the Bacău County Inspectorate for Emergency Situations intervened on Saturday, April 18,...

Missing elderly woman found safe by police in Bacău County

A 75-year-old woman from Săucești commune who had gone missing from her home was...

Police Help Woman Recover Bag Containing €6,000 After Mix-Up on Rome–Bacău Flight

Police officers from the Air Transport Police Unit at Bacău Airport helped a 63-year-old...

Explosion in Bacău Apartment Building: Emergency Response and Impact

On Sunday morning, around 5:00 AM, the Bacău County Emergency Situations Inspectorate (ISU) was alerted via the 112 emergency call system about an explosion that occurred in an apartment building located on Victor Babeș Street in Bacău. Emergency teams were promptly deployed, including two fire trucks equipped with water and...

Aerostar: 20 Years of Continuous Development in Civil Aviation MRO

This December, Aerostar Bacău celebrates 20 years of continuous growth in its Civil Aviation MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) business line, highlighting consistent progress, community involvement, and remarkable achievements. Over this journey, Aerostar has steadily expanded its team and capabilities, now operating three hangars dedicated to civil aircraft maintenance...

Vasile Alecsandri” University of Bacău Acquires the World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot

Starting this month, "Vasile Alecsandri" University of Bacău boasts the world's most advanced humanoid robot, AMECA, which has been installed in the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory of the Faculty of Engineering. This is the first robot of its kind installed in Romania. It will be used for both teaching and research...

How the People of Bacău Voted: Complete Results of the Parliamentary Elections

After counting all the ballots in Bacău County, the detailed results for the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies reveal voters' preferences and reflect both continuity and changes in the local political landscape. Complete Results – Senate Social Democratic Party (PSD): 64,057 votes (26.90%) Alliance for the Union of Romanians...

Award at Bursa Newspaper Gala for Chimcomplex 70

The industrial group Chimcomplex Borzești received the "Excellence Award for 70 Years of Activity" at the 2024 Bursa Newspaper Gala. The event celebrated the achievements of top-performing companies in the Romanian economy, successful managers, and key figures in the financial sector over the past year. Chimcomplex marked its 70th...

Tragic Accident on DN2-E85: Three Dead and Five Injured

On the morning of November 29, at around 4:30 AM, a severe traffic accident occurred on DN2-E85 near Sascut, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to five others. The incident unfolded under dramatic circumstances, involving a seven-seater Dacia Logan MCV and a 3.5-ton utility vehicle used...

Ensemble „Plăieșii” to Perform a Christmas Carol Concert in Bacău

The ethnofolkloric ensemble Plăieșii, led by Nicolae Gribincea, announces the launch of their tour titled “Astă seară ce-a trecut” ("This Evening That Has Passed"). This time, the audience is invited to a concert of Christmas carols and cheerful songs, a cultural event that will crown the end of 2023...

Bacău County: The Leading Exporter and Importer in the North-East Region

Bacău County ranks first in the North-East Region of Romania in both exports and imports, holding the largest share in the region's trade activity. Key Export and Import Figures Between January 1 and June 30, 2024, Bacău recorded exports of €551.5 million, accounting for 28.4% of the region’s total. It was...

Injured Patient from Bacău Explosion Transferred to Belgium: Condition Remains Critical

A devastating incident occurred on the morning of Monday, November 18, in a ten-story apartment building on Narciselor Street in Bacău. An explosion at a heating system destroyed an apartment and severely injured a 45-year-old man. The victim suffered burns on approximately 20% of his body and other severe...

Cosmin Flenchea: A Complete and Complex Artist

On November 17, the "Radu Beligan" Summer Theater in Bacău hosted an extraordinary musical event. The renowned folk singer Laura Olteanu headlined the concert, joined by esteemed artists such as Irina Loghin, Veta Biriș, Emilia Ghinescu, Adrian Ochișan, Marcela Fota, Fanfara lui Bulgaru, and the Moldovlask Orchestra. Among the...

The A7 Highway Expands Today with 32 Additional Kilometers

In a major boost for drivers and the local economy, Wednesday, November 20, 2024, marks the opening of two new sections of the A7 Highway along the Buzău-Focșani route. The newly inaugurated segments, Lot 1 and Lot 2, span a combined 32 kilometers of modern infrastructure and complement the...

A Pillar of Romanian Lionism Turns 90: Ioan Mocanu Celebrates a Remarkable Milestone

Economist Ioan Mocanu, a venerable figure in the Romanian Lions movement and a member of Lions Club Moldova Bacău, celebrates his 90th birthday today, November 18. A distinguished leader and compassionate humanitarian, Mocanu embodies the spirit of the Lions' motto, "We Serve." A Life Dedicated to Service and Community Ioan Mocanu's...

Barrier Celebrates 10 Years of Franchising Success

Electric Plus, the Bacău-based company behind the "Barrier" brand, celebrates a significant milestone today, November 18, marking 10 years since the opening of its first franchise. The inaugural franchise was launched by entrepreneur Florin Chitic through his company FLOSIM, based in Bacău. A Growing Network of Franchises Over the past decade,...

Shocking Crime in Horgești: A 16-Year-Old Girl Murdered, Her 9-Month-Old Baby Fighting for Life!

Last night, the village of Horgești was shaken by a rare and tragic event that stunned even the most seasoned investigators. A man stabbed his girlfriend, the mother of his child, and then attempted to cover up his heinous crime by setting his own house on fire! An Act of...