Stolen from Heroes' Graves: Three Suspects Charged
The Prosecutor's Office has officially announced charges against three individuals suspected of embezzling nearly 3 million hryvnias during the construction of a memorial alley in Verpeni. The funds were allocated for a memorial to fallen defenders of Ukraine. The case has been referred to court.
In parallel, the court has arrested all property of the former mayor of Irpin. His involvement in the embezzlement at the memorial alley has not been officially confirmed yet. Meanwhile, on April 17, 2026, the court returned 1 hectare of land to the Irpin community that had previously been transferred to a private company in violation of auction procedures. Markushyn himself initiated the process of returning the land — a fact that some observers consider important context for assessing the criminal proceedings against him.
"Dead Souls" in Hospital Cost Budget 13 Million Hryvnias
In the Kyiv region, a case of embezzlement of National Health Service funds has been referred to court. Two former directors of a hospital in Obukhiv and five of their accomplices registered non-existent doctors in the system and received actual budget payments for them. The state's losses exceed 13 million hryvnias.
Cheerleading in Bilohorodka: Svyatopetrivsky Lyceum Takes First and Second
The arena of the "Kolos" stadium in Bilohorodka hosted a cheerleading competition as part of the all-Ukrainian school league "Shoulder to Shoulder." The strongest teams from across the Kyiv region competed for the title of best. The results: Svyatopetrivsky Lyceum took both first and second places. Both teams will go on to represent the region at the all-Ukrainian level.
Muzykany Lyceum to Be Insulated Using EIB Loan
The Bilohorodka Village Council has decided to take a loan from the European Investment Bank to insulate the lyceum in Muzykany. The goal is to ensure stable studies in winter and provide comfortable conditions for children regardless of blackouts and frosts.
Scandal in Markhalivka: Construction on 258 Hectares Despite Supreme Court Ruling
Construction on a site in Markhalivka Forest, where a military cemetery is planned, continues — despite a Supreme Court ruling. The Kyiv Regional Council is preparing an appeal to police demanding the work be stopped and the facts of illegal logging be investigated. Local residents have already blocked the equipment. Our editorial team will monitor the situation.
Mine Clearance in Bucha Region: Nearly 38 Hectares Being Processed
The Halo Trust organization continues mine clearance operations in the Bucha region. Work is being conducted on an area of nearly 38 hectares. Attention: if you see red "mine stop" signs, tape, or red-and-white pegs — do not cross them. If you accidentally find yourself in such an area — walk back the same way you came.
795 Ecosystem Fires Since the Start of the Year
Over the past day, there have been more than 10 ecosystem fires in the Kyiv region. Since the beginning of 2026, there have been 795 in total. Rescue services are already overwhelmed dealing with the consequences of enemy shelling. Do not burn grass and garbage, do not leave fires unattended — even a single cigarette butt can cause a major tragedy.
