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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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A woman and her 14-year-old son suffered burns in Mykolaiv region as she tried to heat the stove with a gas can

In the village of Veselynove, a woman tried to light a stove with a gas can, which caught fire. She and her 14-year-old son were injured in the incident, suffering burns to their stomach, arms and face.

Crimes and emergencies • February 10, 03:07 PM • 22719 views
Shmyhal: UAH 8 billion to be allocated for construction of water mains in Mykolaiv region

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for using UAH 8 billion for the construction of water mains in Mykolaiv region. The project involves the construction of three water intake sites from the Southern Bug River to supply Mykolaiv with water.

Economy • February 7, 03:57 PM • 28938 views
Explosion occurs in Mykolaiv amid missile threat

An explosion occurs in Mykolaiv amid warnings of a ballistic missile threat from the south. The Air Force warned of the danger to the city.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 02:03 PM • 32960 views
Missile attack on a food company in Mykolaiv: what is known about the consequences

A rocket attack on a food processing plant in Mykolaiv killed two workers. Rescuers unblocked the bodies from the rubble, and a workshop and administrative building were damaged.

Society • January 28, 09:49 PM • 44906 views
Enemy missile strike on Mykolaiv: workers killed at the enterprise

Two female employees of the company were killed in a missile attack on Mykolaiv by terrorist forces.

Society • January 28, 08:37 PM • 46359 views
Russians strike at Mykolaiv: a private enterprise is hit

Russian troops attacked a private enterprise in Mykolaiv. Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych reported the attack amid a ballistic threat.

Society • January 28, 06:54 PM • 40901 views
An explosion occurred in Mykolaiv - mayor

An explosion was recorded in Mykolaiv during an air raid alert. The Air Force warned of a ballistic missile threat in five regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 28, 06:05 PM • 29790 views
Night attack by Russian drones on Mykolaiv: two people injured

Residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged in Mykolaiv as a result of an attack by Russian “Shaheds,” two people were injured. Ukrainian air defense shoots down 9 enemy drones over Mykolaiv region.

War in Ukraine • January 22, 06:55 AM • 29707 views
Russia attacks an enterprise in Sumy region: there are victims

Russian troops attacked the village of Nedryhailiv and the city of Sumy using UAVs. Two people were wounded in the attacks, and an industrial building and private homes were damaged.

War in Ukraine • January 21, 10:46 PM • 92112 views
Russian Federation attacked Mykolaiv with seven drones: fires broke out, houses were damaged

On the evening of January 21, Russian troops attacked Mykolaiv with seven attack drones. As a result of the attack, buildings were damaged, and the first explosions were heard at 22:41.

War in Ukraine • January 21, 09:54 PM • 26777 views
SES sappers defuse FAB-500 bomb in Mykolaiv region

A FAB-500 landmine bomb was discovered in the Pervomaiska community of Mykolaiv district. The SES engineers successfully transported and neutralized the dangerous item in a safe area.

Society • January 20, 05:17 PM • 38594 views
Tragic fire in Mykolaiv region: a 10-year-old boy dies

In the village of Berezanka, a fire broke out in an apartment on the top floor of a residential building, killing a 10-year-old boy. The area of the fire was 2 square meters, and the fire destroyed a mattress.

Crimes and emergencies • January 17, 05:00 PM • 30470 views
195 tons of oil mixture pumped out of the Southern Bug in Mykolaiv due to Russian shelling

After the Russian shelling on December 28, 1800 tons of sunflower oil leaked into the Southern Bug River. As of January 15, 195 tons of water-oil mixture have been pumped out of the water area, and the work continues.

Society • January 16, 02:37 AM • 29996 views
Traitor, who was a member of the Russian General Staff's agent network in Mykolaiv, was sentenced to 15 years in prison

The SBU exposed a member of the Russian military intelligence network in Mykolaiv. The former servicewoman, who worked at a donation center, tried to pass information about the deployment of the Armed Forces to the enemy and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 09:18 PM • 58645 views
It can lead to tragedy: Klitschko on public transportation during air raids

The mayor of Kyiv has spoken out against populist demands not to stop public transportation during air raids. According to him, such decisions could lead to a tragedy, so the authorities are guided exclusively by the recommendations of the military.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 05:50 PM • 35296 views
Russia massively shells Ukraine with missiles: where explosions are heard

Russia launches a massive missile attack on the territory of Ukraine. The first explosions were recorded in Kharkiv at 06:08, the alert was announced throughout the country, the enemy is using cruise and ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 04:37 AM • 129099 views
Scheme of evasion from mobilization in Mykolaiv RRTC: employee detained

An employee of the Mykolaiv TCC was detained for organizing a scheme to avoid mobilization for 4-5 thousand dollars. The suspect faces up to 8 years in prison, and other participants are being investigated.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 01:14 PM • 26694 views
Damage and wounded in Mykolaiv region due to Russian drone attacks

In Mykolaiv region, 4 Shahed drones were shot down, the debris damaged houses in Voznesensk. In the village of Solonchaky, a 71-year-old man was wounded by an FPV drone, his condition is stable.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 06:45 AM • 24571 views
Oil leakage into Southern Bug after Russian attack: over 100 tons pumped out in Mykolaiv

Following the attack by a Russian drone, 1800 tons of sunflower oil spilled into the bays of the Bug estuary. 119 tons have already been pumped out of the river, and work continues around the clock.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 02:00 PM • 23143 views
Man wounded in Mykolaiv due to Russian drone attack

A 49-year-old man was wounded in Mykolaiv as a result of a UAV attack. In Kutsurubska community, 4 houses and infrastructure were damaged by shelling, and three attacks by FPV drones were recorded.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 07:08 AM • 25037 views
Fuel oil from Russian tankers can reach the coast of Odesa and Mykolaiv - Pletenchuk

A spokesperson for the Ukrainian Navy reported that the coasts of Odesa and Mykolaiv may have been contaminated with fuel oil from Russian tankers. The accident has already killed about 15-20 thousand birds and more than 30 dolphins off the coast of Crimea.

Society • January 9, 07:33 AM • 24901 views
In Mykolaiv, an 18-year-old boy set fire to the district court “on order”

An 18-year-old man was detained in Mykolaiv who set fire to a district court for a monetary reward. The offender prepared the weapon in advance, set the fire and sent a video report to the customer.

Crimes and emergencies • January 7, 07:53 PM • 23679 views
Man throws airsoft grenade into sushi bar in Mykolaiv

A 34-year-old resident of Odesa region threw a strike grenade into a sushi bar after a conflict with the staff. The man changed his appearance after the incident, but was identified by police using surveillance cameras.

Society • January 7, 05:08 PM • 25055 views
In Dnipro, a man wounded a policeman while checking TEC documents: details

A conflict broke out at the Dnipro railway station over the refusal to provide military documents for inspection. A 45-year-old man stabbed a police officer with a knife, and both parties reported injuries.

Crimes and emergencies • January 7, 04:43 PM • 23544 views
The TCC commented on the mobilization of a booked man in Mykolaiv

The TCC explained the situation with the mobilization of the booked employee of ATF AGRO-DILO LLC. Due to the automatic cancellation of the reservation and failure to take into account the status of a critical enterprise, an internal audit was launched.

Society • January 7, 07:54 AM • 22640 views
Vegetable oil leakage in Mykolaiv region due to UAV hit: estimated amount of damage is UAH 45 billion

A drone attack in Mykolaiv region resulted in a spill of 1,800 tons of sunflower oil into the Bug estuary. The area of contamination reached 9,000 square meters, with preliminary losses estimated at UAH 45 billion.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 04:43 PM • 25205 views
After the Russian attack, more than 70 tons of oil have already been pumped out of the Southern Bug: work continues

More than 70 tons of oil have been pumped out of the Southern Bug River in Mykolaiv following the Russian attack. Both city services and employees of the owner company are involved in the cleanup efforts.

Society • January 3, 03:25 PM • 28633 views
Mykolaiv has already pumped out 42 tons of oil from the Southern Bug after the Russian attack

After the December attack by Russia in Mykolaiv, 42 tons of oil were pumped out of the Southern Bug River. To neutralize the contamination, they purchased a ton of absorbent and plan to collect the contaminated soil.

War in Ukraine • January 2, 06:49 PM • 24994 views
In Mykolaiv, tons of oil spilled into the Southern Bug River due to an enemy attack

The UAV's wreckage damaged a vegetable oil tank at the plant, causing 25 tons of oil to fall into the Southern Bug River. Rescuers installed booms and continue pumping out the oil.

Society • January 2, 05:56 PM • 27071 views
Russia fires a missile at Mykolaiv region: what is known about the consequences of the attack

Russian troops launched a missile attack on an open area in Mykolaiv region. The blast wave damaged the windows of a private house, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • January 2, 03:57 PM • 24477 views