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Border and customs

Crossings, waiting times, customs checks and transit: the border day by day.

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• Fire in Chiasso: 30 residents evacuated from a building

  A fire on the roof of a building in Chiasso led to the evacuation of 30 people. Two workers were slightly injured.

• Riots in Lugano: swift intervention thanks to increased presence

  Head of Security Karin Valenzano Rossi comments on the clashes in Pensilina and the importance of lowering political tensions

• Lugano vs YB: crucial match before moving stadium

  Lugano hosts Young Boys in a crucial game for European cup access. Last matches at Cornaredo before moving to Ail Arena.

• Cantù, checks in venues: undocumented worker found

  Joint operation by Carabinieri and Local Police in Cantù, one activity suspended for irregular work

• Lega Ticino proposes one-week Italy border closure

  The Ticino League proposes closing borders with Italy for a week to see the effect, quoting Jannacci.

• Clashes in Lugano bus stop: injuries and rising tensions

  Lugano municipality comments on the May 1st clashes that left two people injured. The situation remains critical.

• Clashes in Lugano Bus Stop: Valenzano Rossi, 'There's Much Concern'

  Two minor injuries, but the political background of the clashes worries Lugano authorities. Karin Valenzano Rossi: 'It has nothing to do with nightlife'

• Somma Lombardo medical service moves to Lonate Pozzolo

  The emergency medical service temporarily moves to Lonate Pozzolo until July for renovations.

• Ticino's highest wine produced in Scudellate

  Discover the '909' wine, produced at 909 meters above sea level in Muggio Valley, and its unique characteristics

• Swiss Guards: 2025 marked by Pope Francis' death and conclave

  The year 2025 was exceptional for the Pontifical Swiss Guard, marked by the death of Pope Francis, the conclave, and the jubilee.

• Ticino speed checks: radar locations 4-10 May

  The cantonal police and local police announce the locations of mobile and semi-stationary speed checks.

• Radar always active: where from 4 to 10 May

  The cantonal police announce speed checks in various locations in Ticino from 4 to 10 May 2026.

• After the bridge, the water: Ticino weather 2026

  Sunny weekend, but from Monday rain and cooler temperatures. Here's what to expect.

• May 1st 2026: 10 km traffic jam at the Gotthard

  10 km tailbacks at the north portal of the Gotthard, slowdowns also in Chiasso and Brogeda. Here's what travelers need to know.

• A9 night closure: changes for cross-border workers

  From 10:00 PM on May 4th to 5:00 AM on May 5th, nighttime closure between Lomazzo Sud and Como Centro towards Chiasso. Mandatory detours for cross-border workers.

• Elderly scammed, arrest in Como. Links to Ticino

  A 31-year-old Czech woman arrested for scamming the elderly. Similar methods to recent cases in Ticino. Evidence found in Como-San Giovanni.

• Sesto Calende: fines for roads damaged by fiber optic sites

  The local police of Sesto Calende have started checks and fines for roads damaged by fiber optic construction sites, funded by the PNRR.

• Losone: tiger mosquito decline in 2025

  The sterile male technique has significantly reduced the presence of the tiger mosquito in Losone. Here are the details.

• Nighttime brawl in Como's via Brogeda, two hospitalized

  A nighttime brawl in via Brogeda, Como, involved three people, two of whom were hospitalized.

• Cantello Asparagus: 5 facts about the De.C.O. product

  Discover the unique features of Cantello white asparagus, a product protected by the Communal Denomination of Origin.

• Cantello Asparagus Fair 2026: two weekends of celebration and flavors

  From May 15 to 24, Cantello celebrates the white De.Co. asparagus with food, music, and markets. Here is the complete program.

• Made in Switzerland: 2026 changes

  New rules for using the Swiss cross and 'Swiss Made' label from 2026. Here's what changes for products and consumers

• Brivio Bridge: 14 million for refurbishment, up to 40-minute delays

  The Brivio Bridge construction site, with a 14 million investment, will cause up to 40 minutes of delay for travelers.

• Medical guard active for the 1st May bank holiday: what to know

  Continuity of Care active until 8 AM on Monday 4th May. Saturday Paediatric Clinic active on 2nd May. Emergency number 116 117.