Varese

First of May, a request, rather than a celebration

A thousand people took part in the traditional event organised by trade unions, for May Day. The regional secretary Domaneschi was on stage.

Volleyball

Yamamay, an affirmative decision: continued support to Futura

Good news from the headquarters of the underwear company: they have confirmed their commitment to the team from Busto Arsizio “in the top level Champions League”. The budget has been reduced, but the entry of a second sponsor is looming.

Gallarate

The demolition of the old “Cantoni” factory has begun

Wednesday, excavators started to pull down the last parts of the old factory, whose scaffolds had been an obstacle for the narrow pavement for years. Some buildings and a tower will be built in its place.

Cassano Magnago

A8 and Pedemontana, linked by a 59 metre long bridge

The first section of the flyover on the Motorway of the Lakes was launched in the middle of the night, in the presence of the Regional President Formigoni, Bossi and Cattaneo. A visit was also made to the tunnel of Solbiate Olona, that has reached the length of 190 metres.

Milan

Railway season tickets on regional services card

The experiment, beginning on 1 May, will involve 16,700 commuters. It will work for Trenord, the rail links and ATM.

economics

“Latte Varese” gambles on immigrants, and establishes agreements with bars

The agricultural cooperative "Latte Varese", which has among its partners the town and provincial councils, has stipulated an agreement with Confesercenti: a 10% discount on products for associates. An acidified milk is soon to be launched, which is more popular with foreigners.

Busto Arsizio

Goodbye to books. The digital revolution in school starts now

The Italian Ministry of Education and Regione Lombardia have signed an agreement to provide 25,000 students with electronic reading devices. The trial has already started in the “Crespi” school , with some contrary opinions.

LEGALITÀLIA

Busto Arsizio, town of young people against all kinds of mafia.

More than 6,000 students took part in the biggest anti-mafia meeting in Northern Italy, organised by ''Ammazzateci Tutti'' (''Kill Us All''), by the town's high schools and by the Provincial Council. A case that will go to the European Parliament.

Rome

Happy birthday Rita Levi Montalcini

The Nobel Prize winner, Rita Levi-Montalcini, turns 103. A long career of successes, including the top scientific award. Greetings from President Napolitano, politicians and society in general.

Varese

Partisan “Cin” explains history to children

He presented 95 children with the “25 April Award”, and described his adventure to them. “Your best weapon against evil must be books.”

The evils of football, farewell to Morosini and the contest between Juventus and AC Milan.

A consideration that starts with the tragedy on the pitch, involving the young footballer, touching on the death of Petrini, and ending with the contest between Juventus and Milan.