Good morning from Pistoia. Here are eight developments to know on Friday, August 7.
Pistoia and the Apennines mourn Francesco Guccini
Francesco Guccini died on Thursday morning at his home in Pavana, in the Pistoia mountains, aged 86. His family said the funeral will be private, with a public commemoration planned for September. Pistoia has marked the singer-songwriter’s deep connection with the area and with its year as Italian Capital of the Book; San Giorgio Library has also prepared a temporary tribute display. Sources: Il Tirreno; Comune di Pistoia.
Pistoia joins Tuscany’s regional cyber-response network
Pistoia has become the first provincial capital municipality to join the Tuscany Region’s CSIRT, the specialist structure that coordinates prevention and response to cyber incidents. The move is intended to strengthen information sharing, technical assistance and the protection of municipal digital services against attacks and data-security threats. Source: Report Pistoia.
Man arrested in Montecatini over serious alleged offences
Carabinieri have arrested a 32-year-old in Montecatini in connection with allegations including robbery, theft and sexual violence. The case is part of a wider investigation into offences reported in the Valdinievole area. As proceedings continue, the allegations remain subject to judicial determination. Source: Report Pistoia.
Pistoia inclusion project turns textile waste into jobs
Educator Lorenzo Traversari and Pistoia-based social enterprise Fody Fabrics are expanding a programme that combines textile recycling with training and paid work placements for people with disabilities or social disadvantages. The initiative currently reports 30 people in free training, 15 active internships and four job placements, while its online community has grown to nearly one million followers across TikTok and Instagram. Source: Il Tirreno.
Pontelungo sports facility loses its refreshment kiosk
The operators of the refreshment point at the Pontelungo sports facility say they have been formally told to cease trading. The closure leaves members and visitors without an on-site alternative, and the managers are asking for dialogue to reopen so that the service can be restored. Source: La Nazione.
Independent oversight requested for waste services
In the Montecatini area, the municipality has contacted the local waste authority to request the appointment of a technical controller. The proposed monitor would verify how collection and disposal services are being carried out on the ground, amid continuing public concern about service quality. Source: La Nazione.
Pistoiese learns its Serie D group
The 2026–27 Serie D group line-up has been announced, giving Pistoiese a clearer picture of the season ahead. The Orange side’s next warm-up is scheduled for Saturday against Scandicci in Monsummano, another test as preparations move toward competitive fixtures. Source: Report Pistoia.
Free San Lorenzo concert in Piazza del Duomo
More than 30 musicians from the Filarmonica Borgognoni will perform in Piazza del Duomo on Saturday 8 August at 9:30 p.m. The free concert will feature Italian and international popular songwriting under conductor Carlo Cini. No booking is required; free transport is available for residents over 60 with mobility difficulties, subject to advance reservation through Anzianinforma. Source: Comune di Pistoia.
This briefing is an original English-language digest based on local reporting and official updates available on the morning of August 7, 2026.