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Four arrests for heroin and cocaine trafficking
CORFU. Following the appropriate assessment of intelligence in both cases, police operations established the suspects’ involvement in the trafficking of cocaine and heroin, respectively.
Ionian Islands Region recommends backing Asopos-1 drilling with 17 conditions
CORFU. The Ionian Islands Region’s Department of Environment has backed exploratory drilling in Block 2 of the Ionian Sea, but with a series of strict environmental and operational conditions. The final say rests with the Regional Council.
New Israeli ambassador to visit Corfu in October
CORFU. Pninát Yanai’s visit is expected to take place in mid-October. The programme of her meetings on the island has not yet been announced.
Block 2: Two vessels set to join Asopos-1 drilling operation
CORFU. Official request submitted to the Port Authority for ΄Swift Tide΄ and ΄Highland Chieftain΄ – They will link the shore base with the Stena DrillMAX – Operations scheduled from 1 February to 1 May 2027
Threatening message disrupts concert for Capodistrias
CORFU. Unknown caller warns of four “gas devices” at Ionian Academy – Building evacuated as police take over.
House fire in Kefalomantouko - owner in hospital with burns
CORFU. Kitchen destroyed and tiled roof damaged in fire – Fire Service responds immediately.
Block 2: Asopos-1 now scheduled for April 2027
CORFU. Investment in the drilling operation is estimated at $80–100 million – 23 nautical miles from Othoni, a duration of up to two months and a 16% chance of success – completion of the required permitting remains a prerequisite.
Temploni isn’t a carpet you can sweep rubbish under! And how much can you keep piling up there, anyway?
CORFU. The bales stored as a temporary solution never left Temploni – How the plan changed and they ultimately ended up on the landfill slopes now undergoing restoration.
Serbs return to a Corfu etched in their memories
CORFU. Corfu marks 110 years since the arrival of the Serbian army – Main ceremony at the Colonnade, with events in Othoni, Gouvia, Dassia and Vidos.
Chrysiida: Funding has been secured, but plant is still waiting
CORFU. Following Tsafos’ response regarding the €5 million in funding from the Ministry of Environment and Energy, Corfu MP Alexandros Avlonitis has turned to the Ministry of National Economy and Finance, asking where the funding process has stalled.
Spilia: 26 years of hoping it won’t rain
CORFU. The 2000 contract, the “Mavros Gatos”, the failed separation of stormwater and sewage, the ever-changing studies, and the flood-protection project the area is still waiting for.
Corfu yet to take a position on offshore exploration as consultation deadline approaches
CORFU. No publicly announced position from the Ionian Islands Regional Authority or Corfu Municipalities on the “Asopos-1A” Environmental Impact Assessment – The file has been with the Region since 24 August, while in Epirus the Municipality and Regional Authority activated their institutional bodies.
Lightning strike sparks fire at apartment building in Kanoni
CORFU. The Fire Service responded immediately to extinguish the fire in Figareto.
Ionian caught in geopolitical storm
CORFU. Wars and disruptions to energy flows are enhancing the region’s strategic importance – From the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea to Corfu and Block 2.
Two tourists seriously injured after quad bike falls into ravine in Agios Georgios Pagon
CORFU. Vehicle went off the road on Friday night – Authorities respond immediately.
Sea traffic ban in Corfu for drone light show
CORFU. Emergency safety measures announced by the Central Port Authority for the International Ionian Islands Philharmonic Bands Festival on Saturday, 19 September, from 19:00 to 23:00.
Work at Achilleion Palace to be completed by June 2029
CORFU. Hellenic Public Properties Co. (ETAD) expects to sign the contract with the contractor in February 2027 and has allowed a further 28 months for studies, approvals and works. The timetable depends on the contractor being able to commence work immediately.
Storm passes, but floodwaters remain on Corfu’s streets
CORFU. The heavy downpour once again exposed the vulnerable points in the road network, while the continuous lightning strikes prevented three flights from landing at Corfu Airport.
