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700 kg of Textiles Collected in Stara Zagora

On Europe Day, a symbol of unity, cooperation and the pursuit of a shared future, a volunteer clean-up took place in Stara Zagora, bringing residents together in support of a cleaner and more welcoming urban environment. The event formed part of the “Beautiful Neighbourhoods” environmental initiative, which aims to improve…

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Municipality of Stara Zagora Takes Part in an International Meeting under the SteelCityZen Project in Montenegro

At the end of last month, the second international partner meeting under the SteelCityZen project took place in Nikšić, Montenegro. The project is implemented under the Interreg Danube Region Programme 2021–2027, funded by the European Union’s European Regional Development Fund. The meeting was attended by Ani Karagyozova and Mariana Perchemliyeva…

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Stara Zagora Recognised as the Municipality with the Most Investments for the Third Consecutive Year

For the third consecutive year, the Municipality of Stara Zagora received the prestigious “Municipality with the Most Investments in Bulgaria” award, recognising its achievements in 2025. The sustained efforts of Mayor Zhivko Todorov and his team were recognised with an honorary plaque presented at an official ceremony organised by the…

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Department of Investments, Energy Efficiency and Green Transition Takes Part in a Job Fair in Stara Zagora

The Department of Investments, Energy Efficiency and Green Transition at the Municipality of Stara Zagora took an active part in a job fair held at the Zahari Knyazheski Regional Library. Organised by the Employment Agency through the Stara Zagora Labour Office Directorate, the event brought together employers and jobseekers, providing…

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More Than 40 Companies and Over 1,000 Visitors Took Part in WorkIn Stara Zagora 2026

Over two days, the Stara Zagora State Opera hosted one of the region’s most significant career events, WorkIn Stara Zagora 2026. The forum has established itself as a key platform connecting businesses, educational institutions and people seeking career opportunities. The event was officially opened by Radostin Tanev, Deputy Mayor of…

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Municipality of Stara Zagora Hosts Key International Labour Market Meeting under the Network4Work Project

The Department of Investments, Energy Efficiency and Green Transition at the Municipality of Stara Zagora is actively involved as a partner in implementing the Network4Work project, as part of the local administration’s efforts to support businesses and develop the labour market. The initiative aligns with municipal policies and complements established…

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Deputy Mayor Radostin Tanev: “Stara Zagora Must Be Bulgaria’s Industrial Heart”

WorkIn Stara Zagora, Southern Bulgaria’s largest HR event, opened today at the State Opera. The two-day event features talks on new technologies, talent and creativity, incorporating innovation into everyday work, and developing a personal brand. Radostin Tanev, Deputy Mayor responsible for Transport, Ecology, Investments and Green Transition, officially opened the…

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Stara Zagora Looks Forward to the Fourth Edition of WorkIn Stara Zagora

The fourth edition of the WorkIn Stara Zagora 2026 career forum will take place over two days, on 3 and 4 April 2026, at the Stara Zagora State Opera. The official opening is scheduled for 12:00 noon on Friday, 3 April. The organisers from the Municipality of Stara Zagora’s Department…

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Municipality of Stara Zagora Representatives Take Part in a European Study Visit to Spain on the Circular Economy

On 26–27 March 2026, staff from the Department of Investments, Energy Efficiency and Green Transition at the Municipality of Stara Zagora took part in a study visit under the Green City Accord initiative in Gijón, Spain. The Municipality of Stara Zagora joined the European Union’s Green City Accord initiative in…

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