Economics

Exports are dropping, a bad quarter for the firms.

A stark drop in production (-5.6%). It has fallen after the end of 2011 which was still in offbeat. Figures of the Observatory of the Chamber of Commerce Varese.

Varese

A man discovers, by accident, that the Social Security Organisation considers him dead

The incredible case of a 36 year-old consultant from Varese, who was declared dead in 1998. And yet, throughout the years, he has continued to pay his taxes. This morning, he went to the office and he was "resurrected”.

Gallarate

ISIS evening courses: an opportunity to highly qualify your job

Three-year- courses for vocational training qualifications and five-year- courses for both vocational and technical education diploma at ISIS , Via Stelvio, Gallarate

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.

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.

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.

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.