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18 Blue Flags awarded to Corfu in 2026 – Improvement after last year’s drop
CORFU. This year, Corfu was awarded 18 Blue Flags — two more than in 2025 — but it has not yet returned to the performance levels of previous years.
Woman, 54, arrested for attempted murder of partner
CORFU. Domestic incident involving a knife in town – prompt police response led to the arrest of the woman involved.
Food service and hospitality businesses to close on May 21 amid escalating conflict with Municipality, inspections, and Ephorate of Antiquities
CORFU. The Corfu catering business owners’ association has unanimously decided to proceed with a complete closure of businesses, protesting fines, unequal enforcement, restrictions on music, and pressure related to licensing and operating conditions, with the Garitsa Park case as a focal point of the dispute.
Future of treatment plant uncertain amid changes to national waste management strategy
CORFU. The project in Temploni has been contracted, but construction has not yet begun, as funding, technical planning, and the residual waste management model are being changed across the country.
€1.9 million allocated by Regional Authority to Municipality for Mon Repos
CORFU. With the funding of €1.9 million, the historic estate will become an organised, safe, and accessible space for every resident and visitor.
Town centre and suburbs without electricity due to fault in Alepou
CORFU. DEDDIE crews are actively carrying out repair operations.
Road accident at Ekati causing major traffic delays
CORFU. Lorry and car involved in collision, causing only minor damage.
Apartment fire in Polych. Konstanta — Prompt response from firefighters
CORFU. The fire started from the kitchen extractor hood.
Today, accountability; the day after tomorrow, reimposition of 2025 increases
CORFU. The issue of improperly collected payments and possible refunds to residents is being brought before the Municipal Council by Giorgos Karydis, while the municipal administration cites financial inability.
New Schengen checks raise fears of queues at Corfu airport and port
CORFU. The full implementation of the European Entry/Exit System increases the processing time for non-EU passengers, raising concerns about delays for summer arrivals at the airport and port.
Battle over land use in Corfu: Tourism, Development, and Carrying Capacity
ATHENS. Debate has already begun over the island’s carrying capacity, unplanned development, and major investments, as local stakeholders seek to shape the final decisions before the relevant decrees are officially published.
Old Fortress bridge once again included in ESPA funding programme
CORFU. Once again, the restoration project is being announced, against a backdrop of delays and pressure to deliver.
Administrative fine of over €3,500 for violating fire protection regulations
CORFU. Intensive inspections by the Fire Service to ensure compliance with preventive measures ahead of the fire season.
Road accident in Tzavros on Saturday evening
CORFU. Serious car crash causing significant material damage – Traffic police investigating the causes.
Missing tourist John Eagles, 87, found
CORFU. The operation to locate the missing person in Klimatia has concluded successfully.
Strong turnout of Corfu workers at May Day strike rally
CORFU. Start of a three-day series of events dedicated to workers΄ rights and peace.
Who benefits and who loses from ‘untouched’ Halikouna
CORFU. Growing anger in the community of Agios Matthaios and the wider Lake Korission area. The Municipality is being called on to give clear and practical responses.
Halikounas: Delayed implementation of decision provokes reactions
CORFU. The concept of the ‘untrodden beach’ has existed since 2023, but 2026 is the year when its real implementation is being attempted. In Halikounas, the protection of nature is clashing with old permits, long-standing practices, and the pressure of tourism.
