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See how to check the DMTT call, which documents qualified candidates must submit, the special 90-day period for vehicle items and the steps before authorization.
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Rua Sá e Albuquerque is closed from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. through Sept. 27; see the DMTT detour for drivers coming from Pajuçara.
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Rota da Cidadania serves four Areninhas in Maceió from Sept. 23 to 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. See locations, services and required documents.
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The 2027 PLOA consultation was extended through September 25. See who can participate, how to use Participa Maceió, and what happens next.
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The 15th Meia Maratona Coop has a 5:00 a.m. 21 km start at Trevo do Francês and 6 km and 12 km starts at 5:30 a.m. in Pajuçara, with bag drop and cutoff details.
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The latest bulletin flags specific points in Pajuçara, Jatiúca and Cruz das Almas. See the locations and how to recheck bathing-water status with IMA.
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Learn the area and height limits, who may sign, how electronic filing works and what remains subject to IPLAM inspection.
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Free registration for 800 in-person places, a September 27 class at the Ritz Lagoa da Anta and a live stream on Maceió City Hall's YouTube channel.
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The Prefis 2026 deadline was extended to September 30. See who can enroll, discounts by debt type, minimum installments, and online and in person options.
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In-person registration takes place on September 18 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. See eligibility, required documents, address, and class times.
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Public Notice 002/2026 sets discount brackets, a September 18 deadline and a schedule from eligibility review through conciliation, court approval and payment.
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The restriction applies at all hours in a section between Pajuçara and Jatiúca. See the covered area, enforcement and what still requires confirmation for commercial and event uses...
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A guide to Notice 02/2026 covering eligible applicant types, 18 cultural areas, documents, email submission, schedule and contracting rules.
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Health, education, water supply, employment, cleaning, and services that affect daily life in the neighborhoods.
See the 22 Musiá openings across music/education and technical-administrative/production roles, plus where to check requirements and selection stages before applying.
Read articleRota da Cidadania serves four Areninhas in Maceió from Sept. 23 to 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. See locations, services and required documents.
Read articleFree registration for 800 in-person places, a September 27 class at the Ritz Lagoa da Anta and a live stream on Maceió City Hall's YouTube channel.
Read articleIn-person registration takes place on September 18 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. See eligibility, required documents, address, and class times.
Read articleBuses, traffic, road closures, public works, accessibility, and changes to travel around the city.
See how to check the DMTT call, which documents qualified candidates must submit, the special 90-day period for vehicle items and the steps before authorization.
Read articleRua Sá e Albuquerque is closed from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. through Sept. 27; see the DMTT detour for drivers coming from Pajuçara.
Read articleRain, risk areas, land subsidence, the coastline, the environment, and Civil Defense guidance.
The latest bulletin flags specific points in Pajuçara, Jatiúca and Cruz das Almas. See the locations and how to recheck bathing-water status with IMA.
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City Hall, the City Council, contracts, public spending, rules, and the work of oversight bodies.
The 2027 PLOA consultation was extended through September 25. See who can participate, how to use Participa Maceió, and what happens next.
Read articleLearn the area and height limits, who may sign, how electronic filing works and what remains subject to IPLAM inspection.
Read articleThe Prefis 2026 deadline was extended to September 30. See who can enroll, discounts by debt type, minimum installments, and online and in person options.
Read articlePublic Notice 002/2026 sets discount brackets, a September 18 deadline and a schedule from eligibility review through conciliation, court approval and payment.
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Coverage is primarily municipal. News from Alagoas is included when it has a relevant impact on Maceió or helps explain developments in the capital.
Our goal is not only to say what happened, but to show what changed, who is affected, when it takes effect, where to consult the official information, and what still needs to be confirmed. We distinguish documented facts, allegations, interpretations, and information that is still developing. Sensitive cases require appropriate sources, review, and updates when new facts emerge.
