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Temporary solution for the collection of waste in South Corfu
LEFKIMMI. Collection directly from the bins and transportation to Palairos.
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Agri-Food Partnership presents awards to Ionian Islands olive oil producers
CORFU. At a special event "Olive Oil: The Liquid Gold of the Ionian Islands," distinguished speakers covered a wide range of topics with regard to the value of our oil, its historical production journey, and innovative tools that can enhance its quality.

Hellenic Union of Heptanesians opposed to wind turbines in Diapontia Islands
CORFU. "We request the exemption of the marine area in the Diapontia Islands from any future installation of offshore wind farms without the consent of the local community of the Diapontia Islands."

Black Friday: No great increase in sales in Corfu
CORFU. Estimates suggest a slight increase in turnover. Consumers prioritise essential necessities.

Corfu Hospital Psychiatric Department employees to hold 4-hour work stoppage
CORFU. On Thursday 30 November against the mental health bill.

Power outages in parts of the island due to weather
CORFU. The most serious problems are located in the Pantokrator area and in the area from Benitses to Moraitika.

Diapontia Islands say no to wind turbines
CORFU. Protest resolution from the Diaponti Islands Cultural Societies - Othoni, Erikoussa and Mathraki.

South Corfu Laiki Sispirosi party to hold another protest at Lefkimmi Health Centre
LEFKIMMI. They demand the repair of the building, as well as medical staff and equipment.

Corfu ΄Petegoletsa΄ a candidate for Intangible Cultural Heritage Inventory
ATHENS. It was presented by the Corfu Events Organisation (OKE) at the Intangible Cultural Heritage Network meeting, along with the ΄Saint΄s Loukoumades΄ and the Patouni Soap Factory.

Hunting dog taken from owner by order of prosecutor
CORFU. After a complaint was filed, the police intervened, and the owner was charged with animal abuse.

Snow on Mt. Pantokrator
CORFU. The first snow fell on the island΄s highest point.

Former Xenia in Paleokastritsa to be converted into restaurant and four luxury suites
CORFU. The iconic property owned by ETAD (Hellenic Public Properties) has been leased to the company Akrotiri Beach Paleokastritsa S.A.

Man arrested for illegal possession of weapon
CORFU. The arrested man was taken to appear before the Corfu Prosecutor.

Kavos residents report illegal disposal of waste in old landfill
LEFKIMMI. The Deputy Mayor for Cleaning Services said that the rubbish remains inside the rubbish truck.

Group coordinators meeting about Sustainable Urban Development Plan
CORFU. It was found that there is a need to extend the initial timeline to the end of November.

Incoming Central Corfu Mayor holds meetings ahead of change of local authority
CORFU. The newly-elected Mayor Stefanos Poulimenos and members of his party are holding meetings to get updated ahead of their assumption of duties.

΄Xenia΄ restaurant in Paleokastritsa has been leased
CORFU. As ETAD announced, the contract was signed for the lease of the property, thus paving the way for its utilisation through the complete renovation of the building.

Wood offered to citizens from clearing works in Mon Repos
CORFU. Announcement of the Central Corfu Municipal Green Service.