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“Islands of Odysseus”: Tourism idea revives old Ionian rivalries
CORFU. Koulouris’ proposal for a shared tourism brand and “Odysseus sea routes,” Ithaca’s objection, and the old Ionian Islands dispute over Homeric geography.
Case of dog run over in Avliotes heads to court
CORFU. The woman (44) denies deliberately running over the dog. What the law says and why the €500 fine is for abandonment, not its death.
French tourists rescued after getting stranded on Porto Timoni trail
CORFU. Two injured hikers were successfully rescued following a swift operation by the Fire Service and EMODE.
Asopos-1A exploratory drilling project in Ionian enters public consultation
CORFU. The Environmental Impact Assessment for Block 2 has been forwarded to the Ionian Islands Regional Authority – Comments can be submitted until September 23.
Two arrested in Corfu and Zakynthos for animal deaths
CORFU. Two women face Prosecutor over alleged killing of a dog and a cat.
Albania:‘Flamingo Revolution’ enters its 83rd day
TIRANA. The environmental protest that emerged in opposition to major tourism investments has evolved into a months-long anti-government movement. On Friday, the 83rd consecutive protest was held, with no reliable estimate of the number of participants, while the demands are now directed openly against the Rama government.
Strategic tourism plan for Corfu
CORFU. Central Corfu Municipality has commissioned Marketing Greece to conduct a study on destination management and promotion. Research is currently underway into the current state and future prospects of Corfu’s tourism sector, while the Chamber of Commerce is calling on businesses to participate.
Two people stranded on difficult trail between Kontogyalos and Glyfada
CORFU. The Fire Service and Ambulance Service responded immediately to carry out the rescue and provide first aid.
Diapontia Islands remain excluded from wind energy planning
CORFU. The new Special Spatial Planning Framework for Renewable Energy Sources does not reinstate the provision for an offshore wind farm – the plan was withdrawn in 2024 following opposition in Corfu.
Moscow, Nektarios and Saint Spyridon connection
MOSCOW. The transfer of the right hand of Saint Spyridon to Russia is more than simply a major pilgrimage event. Its official reception by Patriarch Kirill, and above all the presence of Archbishop Nektarios of Corfu, take on particular significance against the backdrop of the deep rift that the Ukrainian church issue has caused within the Orthodox Church.
West Nile Virus: No cases reported in Corfu – 157 cases nationwide
CORFU. The Municipality of Central Corfu is urging the public to take measures to protect themselves from mosquitoes. Corfu is not included on the list of affected or high-risk areas issued by the National Public Health Organization (EODY).
17.3% increase in cruise passengers, 11.2% rise in port calls
CORFU. More than 556,000 cruise passengers passed through Corfu Port up to the end of July, with the number of ship calls increasing by 11.2%. Cruise traffic in June alone was up 30%.
Temploni: Fire extinguished but questions remain
CORFU. Temploni fire under investigation – Focus on the point of origin, site machinery, fire protection and the June incident
Temploni fire: Operation underway in area with difficult access
CORFU. Fire alert near Chondrogiannis Recycling Facility – large ground and aerial forces at the scene.
Achilleion Palace: New contract while the first remains outstanding
CORFU. The new €14.2 million tender puts the restoration of the Achilleion Palace back on track, but it also reopens the file on the previous contract. Corfu MP Alekos Avlonitis is seeking answers on what was paid, what was delivered, the terms under which the contract was terminated, and when the monument will finally reopen.
What police were looking for in Corfu Prison and what they found
CORFU. While Corfu was celebrating with the Varkarola festivities and a concert by Vassilis Papakonstantinou, a large number of police raided the prison. The scale of the operation suggests that the authorities were looking for something: nine improvised knives, mobile phones and SIM cards were among the items found, and eight people were arrested.
Antipaxos: Tourist boats collide at Voutoumi with 211 passengers on board
ANTIPAXOS. Three people were taken to the Paxos Health Centre as a precaution, while a 56-year-old woman was transferred to Corfu Hospital. The departure of both vessels was prohibited until seaworthiness certificates were provided.
St.Spyridon procession in Corfu Town
CORFU. A large number of worshippers and visitors gathered to commemorate the island’s miraculous deliverance from the Turkish siege in 1716.
