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Family and school

Family allowances, childcare, school and apprenticeships: family life for cross-border workers.

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• New mosque in Lugano: questions and doubts

  Seven UDC city councilors submit an interrogation to the Lugano Municipality regarding the mosque project in Pregassona

• In Viggiù, a grant for young people: 1000 euros for community projects

  An initiative for the young people of Viggiù: 1000 euros to realize projects for the community. Deadline May 10, 2026.

• Fondazione Xenia: Generational Pact for Disabled Children

  An innovative project to ensure a peaceful future for disabled children, inspired by the tradition of the court house.

• New schools for Vernate and Neggio: an investment for the future

  The communities of Vernate and Neggio have inaugurated the new intermunicipal schools, a strategic project for education and community building

• Ferrero and Ministry for sports in schools

  Ministry of Education and Merit and Ferrero spa sign agreement for educational and training activities in primary and lower secondary schools.

• Saronno: new rules for summer centres

  From 2026, Saronno introduces a single management for summer centres, discounts for siblings and contributions up to 400 euros for families with ISEE up to 15,000 euros.

• Montessori Castellanza: low-impact menus and waste reduction

  The Montessori school of Castellanza participates in the Green Food Week with vegetable menus and educational activities to reduce food waste.

• SISA criticizes government's health insurance plan

  Cuts to schools and transport: student union denounces unacceptable strategy

• Bellinzona: new school wellbeing programs

  New educational programs for Bellinzona primary schools starting in 2026

• National Geographic in school: Sergio Pitamitz meets students

  The famous photographer talked about environmental conservation and nature photography with students in Varese.

• Youth Debate: 500 students compete in Bellinzona

  500 students compete in the final of 'Youth Debate' in Bellinzona, defending theses on current topics in front of a jury.

• Roman ruins found in Magliaso during school construction

  Late Roman ruins emerged during work on new elementary schools. Archaeologists at work documenting the finds

• Bracco Scholarships: 11 opportunities for students from six Lombard municipalities

  The Bracco Foundation has opened the call for 11 scholarships, with contributions up to 4,000 euros, for deserving students from Bovisio Masciago, Ceriano Laghetto, Cesano Maderno, Cogliate, Limbiate, and Solaro.

• PLR criticizes professional training management tender requirements

  The PLR criticizes the requirements of the tender for the management of professional training in Ticino, raising concerns about the procedural handling.

• Cuts to contributions and limited spots: what changes at USI

  The University of Italian Switzerland reduces spots for international students. Tuition doubled for those coming from abroad. Federal cuts starting in 2027.

• Secured department in Pasture: only with the consent of Canton and Municipalities

  The Political Institutions Commission of the lower house has found a middle way for the pilot project in Pasture, involving local authorities.

• Study in China: Opportunities for Ticino Cross-Border Workers

  Over 380,000 international students in China in 2024-2025, with a 15% increase. Discover the opportunities for Ticino cross-border workers.

• Healthcare costs in Ticino: +4% in 2024, families on the frontline

  In 2024, healthcare spending in Ticino rose to 97 billion francs, with families bearing nearly two-thirds of the cost

• Apprentices in Ticino: alarming figures on accidents

  Almost 23,000 Swiss apprentices are victims of accidents every year, with an average of three fatal cases. Unia demands urgent measures.

• Confederation and Cantons Renegotiate Responsibilities: What Changes for Cross-Border Workers

  The Project Dissociation 27 proposes changes in 14 sectors, including transport and training. Here are the implications for those working in Ticino.

• Incentive for return migration: what changes for cross-border workers in Ticino

  The Italian government introduces a 615 euro bonus for lawyers who convince asylum seekers to return home. The measure raises criticism in Switzerland.

• Mendrisio Educational Allowance 2026: Deadline June 30

  Until June 30, 2026, to apply for the Educational Allowance, Contribution for Camps, and Housing Subsidy in Mendrisio. Requirements and procedures.

• Spring dinner for Lebanon: AVSI organizes event in Castiglione Olona

  On Saturday, May 9th, in Castiglione Olona, the AVSI Foundation is promoting a charity dinner for the Lebanese communities affected by the war.

• Digital Badge: Green Light in Lombardy

  The first regional bill for the establishment of the Digital Badge has been approved to combat bullying and technological addiction among young people