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Mykolaiv

Hero City of Ukraine
Mykolaiv is a city, the regional center of Mykolaiv Oblast and the administrative center of Mykolaiv Raion, located on the left bank of the Bug Estuary at the confluence of the Southern Bug and Inhul rivers, 50 kilometers from the Black Sea. The city covers an area of 259.8 square kilometers, and its population as of May 2024 was about 430 thousand people. Founded in 1789 as a shipbuilding yard, Mykolaiv quickly transformed into a major industrial, political, business, and cultural center of Southern Ukraine, being the main center of shipbuilding on the Black Sea throughout the 19th century. In 2022, the city was awarded the honorary title of "Hero City of Ukraine" for the mass heroism and resilience shown by its citizens in defending against the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation.
2019
Mykolaiv Oblast ranked third in Ukraine in terms of growth of capital investments in the economy
2021
An exhibition dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence was opened at the City Museum of Shipbuilding and Fleet
2022
The city was awarded the honorary title of "Hero City of Ukraine."
2023
International partners provided significant assistance for the restoration of critical infrastructure, including water purification systems
2024
The city's population returned to approximately 430,000 people, approaching pre-war levels
2024
The city received 3.6 billion hryvnias in humanitarian and technical assistance from international partners
2025
Centralized fresh water supply to the city was restored after a three-year interruption
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Fires broke out in Mykolaiv due to a "shahid" attack, there are wounded

As a result of the night drone attack on Mykolaiv, three fires broke out in residential buildings. Two people were hospitalized, one received assistance on the spot.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 09:29 PM • 7589 views
Tragic road accident in Kharkiv: driver killed, child seriously injured

On April 3, a traffic accident occurred in Kharkiv: a JEEP Cherokee and a Renault collided. The 72-year-old Renault driver died, and a boy of 12-14 years old is in serious condition in the hospital.

Crimes and emergencies • April 3, 05:30 PM • 13555 views
In Mykolaiv, a minibus ran over a girl on a pedestrian crossing: the driver has been detained and notified of suspicion

In Mykolaiv, a minibus driver hit a 12-year-old girl on a pedestrian crossing. He has been detained and notified of suspicion, he faces up to 8 years in prison.

Society • April 3, 12:16 PM • 10705 views
Support centers for families of prisoners and missing persons opened in Ukraine: where and how they work

Support centers for families of prisoners of war and missing persons have started operating in Ukraine. Assistance will be provided by regional representatives and other specialists.

Society • April 3, 07:18 AM • 7193 views
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"These are my losses that no one has compensated": Small pharmacies are suffering from the revaluation of the TOP 100 drugs

The owner of pharmacies in Kherson and Mykolaiv reports losses due to the revaluation of drugs from the TOP 100. New rules have led to financial problems for small pharmacy businesses.

Economy • March 31, 03:02 PM • 197638 views
Kim declared four apartments in Mykolaiv and over 1.7 million in salary

The head of Mykolaiv OVA, Vitaliy Kim, declared over UAH 1. 7 million in salary for the year, a Mercedes-Benz worth 149 thousand dollars, several apartments, and significant cash savings.

Politics • March 31, 12:16 PM • 45365 views
Ukrainians have been warned about a dust storm in two regions

Today, March 29, gusts of wind up to 20 m/s are expected in many regions of Ukraine. A dust storm has been declared in the Odesa and Mykolaiv regions.

Society • March 29, 02:38 PM • 35499 views
Ukraine is completing the heating season and has already started preparing for the next one - Deputy Prime Minister

The heating season is ending in Ukraine. The government is starting preparations for the next winter, restoring infrastructure and modernizing heating networks.

Economy • March 29, 12:10 PM • 149453 views
Zelensky: the agreement on silence at sea should cover Odesa and Mykolaiv

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the agreement on silence should extend to port infrastructure and the cities where it is located, including Odesa and Mykolaiv. Monitoring can be carried out by the USA, Turkey, and other countries.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 06:47 PM • 43301 views
In the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation, propagandist Anna Prokofyeva of "Pervyi Kanal" was eliminated: what is known

Propagandist Anna Prokofyeva died while performing a task, having been blown up by a mine in the Belgorod region. Cameraman Dmitry Volkov was seriously injured and hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 12:10 PM • 32192 views
Mykolaiv, following Kherson, is ending the heating season

The heating season has officially ended in Mykolaiv, as in Kherson. However, heat will continue to be supplied to hospitals, maternity hospitals, preschool educational institutions and outpatient clinics.

Society • March 24, 10:48 AM • 40398 views
Due to the war, many water supply systems have been destroyed, there are plans to monitor water resources - minister

There are problems with water resources in Ukraine, especially due to the war. To account for water, monitoring will be introduced according to European standards, the first pilot project is already being implemented in Zakarpattia.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 10:39 AM • 35922 views
In the Mykolaiv region, a burial site from the 6th-5th centuries BC was discovered during the construction of fortifications

Soldiers of the 123rd Territorial Defense Brigade in the Mykolaiv region discovered an archaic burial ground from the 6th-5th centuries BC during the construction of fortifications. An Ionian amphora, a Corinthian oinochoe, and bone remains were found.

Society • March 16, 12:15 PM • 27686 views
Mykolaiv was covered in smoke: reeds were burning outside the city

In Mykolaiv, the mayor announced the spread of smoke due to reeds burning outside the city. Rescuers are trying to prevent the fire from spreading to residential areas.

Crimes and emergencies • March 13, 05:48 PM • 14741 views
Preparation for the new heating season: expert names critical cities

The energy expert named the cities where the heating situation is most critical due to damaged infrastructure. Kryvyi Rih, Kharkiv, Odesa, and Mykolaiv require immediate preparation for the next heating season.

Society • March 11, 03:08 PM • 24294 views
In Mykolaiv, law enforcement prevented a terrorist attack near the police department

A 19-year-old girl was detained while attempting to plant explosives near the regional police department in Mykolaiv. According to the Security Service of Ukraine, the attack was planned for March 7, 2025, at the behest of the occupiers.

Crimes and emergencies • March 11, 08:22 AM • 14418 views
The Russian Federation attacks Ukraine with "Shaheds": explosions were heard in the Zaporizhzhia region

Russian troops launched strike drones over the territory of Ukraine on the evening of March 8. Drones were recorded in the Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Poltava regions.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 07:22 PM • 35256 views
Children in Mykolaiv region subjected to cruel treatment: no medical care and tied up with straps in children's institutions

In a rehabilitation center in Mykolaiv region, cruel treatment of children has been discovered, including the restraint of infants with straps. Inadequate living conditions and lack of medical assistance have also been recorded in other children's institutions.

Society • March 3, 04:13 PM • 19353 views
Law enforcers prevent terrorist attack in Zhytomyr: 16-year-old Russian agent detained

The SBU detained a teenager who, on the instructions of Russia, planned to detonate improvised explosives on the Alley of Glory to Heroes. The Russians intended to remotely activate the explosive device together with the perpetrator.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 05:03 PM • 32253 views
Court in Mykolaiv imposes pre-trial restraint on military who threw a grenade on the territory of the shopping center

A drunken serviceman threw an F-1 grenade on the territory of the TCC, damaging two service vehicles. The court imposed a pre-trial restraint in the form of detention without bail.

Society • February 28, 03:24 PM • 27415 views
Denmark allocates more than a billion hryvnias for the restoration of Mykolaiv region: what will the funds be used for

Denmark will provide €26 million to rebuild Mykolaiv region. The funds will be used to rebuild schools, modernize the energy sector, purchase trolleybuses, and demine the area.

Society • February 28, 02:53 PM • 28274 views
Russian night attack on Mykolaiv damage an industrial enterprise: consequences were shown

Russian forces attacked Mykolaiv with Shahed drones, damaging an industrial enterprise. Air defense shot down 5 drones, a cargo van was burned on the territory of the enterprise and a warehouse was damaged.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 06:58 AM • 24497 views
Drone wreckage fell in Mykolaiv: what was damaged and what are the consequences

A warehouse in Mykolaiv was partially destroyed and a car caught fire as a result of a drone crash. Rescuers are working at the scene, and there is no information about any injuries.

Society • February 27, 11:47 PM • 91297 views
In Mykolaiv, unknown persons desecrate a memorial plaque to a fallen National Guard soldier

Unidentified persons poured paint on the memorial plaque of fallen soldier Yevhen Loginov in the Liski neighborhood. Police opened a criminal investigation under the article “Hooliganism” and are looking for witnesses to the incident.

Crimes and emergencies • February 25, 05:12 PM • 27253 views
An explosion occurred in Marseille near the Russian consulate: what is known

In Marseille, France, an explosion occurred at about 8 a. m. near the Russian consulate on Avenue Ambroise-Paré. Thirty firefighters and police are working at the scene.

News of the World • February 24, 08:17 AM • 22839 views
Russia continues its attempts to destroy Ukraine's gas infrastructure and hits the energy sector: Shmyhal told what is happening in the south

Russians are deliberately attacking Ukraine's gas production and energy facilities in an attempt to cause a humanitarian catastrophe. Following the latest attacks in the south of the country, power engineers have been restoring heat supply in Mykolaiv and Odesa around the clock.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 11:08 AM • 36713 views
Explosion in Odesa: an unknown object detonated, three cars damaged

An unknown object exploded in Odesa, damaging three cars. Explosive experts and investigators are working at the scene, no one was injured.

Crimes and emergencies • February 20, 03:52 PM • 35712 views
Attempt to blow up veteran law enforcement officer: SBU prevents terrorist attack in Dnipro

In Dnipro, the SBU detained three agents of enemy special services who tried to blow up a veteran law enforcement officer. The attackers planted an improvised explosive device near the victim's garage but were detained red-handed.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:47 AM • 33806 views
Russian attack on CHP plant in Mykolaiv leaves 44 houses without heating

Due to the Russian shelling of a thermal power plant in Mykolaiv, a breakdown occurred in the heat supply system. 44 residential buildings on 10 streets of the city were left without heating, and restoration work is underway.

Society • February 20, 08:40 AM • 24482 views
Deadly terrorist attack in Mykolaiv: court arrests four underage lyceum students

Four minors are taken into custody for preparing a terrorist attack in Mykolaiv on February 14. The teenagers manufactured explosives on the order of the Russian Federation, killing 4 people and injuring 7.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 10:15 AM • 108702 views