It’s nothing new that Villach’s streets out of town are congested on a Friday at lunchtime. However, the fact that the reason for this is heavily armed police officers in protective equipment does not happen that often. The officers had to move out because there was an attempted robbery at the BKS bank branch in Völkendorf, including a bomb threat.
City whispers
Villach Lei Lei!
Villach ushered in the carnival season and introduced its new prince couples on Saturday, November 9th.
Who are the faces of the 70th Villach Carnival? read here.
Well-known Villach doctor was the victim of theft
A retired doctor from Villach was the victim of serious theft last year. In total, the damage amounts to more than 200,000 euros. A 24-hour care worker and a housekeeper were suspected.
Bumpy start for fast food chain
The KFC branch in Villach, which only opened in October, has been criticized. Long waiting times and overwhelmed staff annoy customers. However, the company has not made a statement.
Villach is amazed
Lisi’s Boutique has been inspiring people for an incredible 50 years © Weichselbraun Helmuth
Elisabeth Brunner is 74 years old and has been behind the counter in her “Lisi’s Boutique” in Villach for an incredible 50 years.
Villach speaks
This is what the head of the Villach housing cooperative “Heimat” says after a Villach entrepreneur defrauded the cooperative of hundreds of thousands of euros.
Villach enjoys
The scent of almonds is in the air
Since Friday, November 8th, the Jörg Cimzar’s almond roasting plant reopens on the main square and creates a pre-Christmas atmosphere.
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