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Collaboration between three municipalities and Chamber of Commerce for tourism
CORFU. The purpose of the meeting was to establish a partnership for tourism, following the model of other destinations in the country. It was unanimously agreed that Corfu is a unified destination with a distinct identity and shared needs for promotion and management.
Deputy Mayor for Tourism: "First tourist flights of 2025 bring optimism"
CORFU. This year΄s season started dynamically with 11 flights, while the growing interest in Corfu is reflected in air and ferry arrivals as well as the boost in cruises.
Piles of rubbish outside Paleokastritsa Port Authority building
CORFU. Rubbish of all kinds and abandoned mattresses are piled up, creating a heartbreaking sight.
Central Corfu Municipality appeals to Council of State regarding municipal taxes
CORFU. Municipality decides to assign the case to a specialised law firm in Athens for a fee of €6,800. An urgent decision by the Municipal Committee on Friday. An urgent convening of the municipal council for its approval—ironically—on April Fool’s Day.
Student demonstration in Corfu Town for Tempe tragedy
CORFU. The blocking of the road caused chaos for traffic in the town.
Land Registry deadline extended to 30 May
CORFU. Over 72% have been completed in Corfu.
Attempted theft from ATM by crashing into it with car
CORFU. Five people were arrested in South Corfu.
Checks on school buses and heavy vehicles
CORFU. 25 checks were carried out and 17 violations found.
25th March parade cancelled due to weather
CORFU. The decision was taken by the Regional Governor.
Schools lay wreaths for 25 March national anniversary
CORFU. Talks at schools on the significance of 25th March.
Hefty fines for fire violations over last few days
CORFU. Fines have been imposed over the last few days for fires without the required protection measures.
Fire in outdoor area of Acharavi hotel
CORFU. Firefighting forces, a North Corfu Municipal water tanker and the police immediately arrived at the scene.
Ionian Islands Regional Governor meets with tourism and production sector representatives
CORFU. The topic of the meeting was the tourism promotion strategy of the Ionian Islands Region.
Contract for repair and maintenance of school buildings signed
CORFU. The project budget amounts to €383,000, and the study involves repair, maintenance and renovation work in primary education schools.
Clocks go forward - and Corfu tourist season begins
CORFU. 12 arrivals and departures at Corfu Airport on Sunday 30 March.
Denial from Hellenic Public Properties regarding Achilleion Palace but doubts remain
CORFU. The Central Corfu Municipal council is exploring the possibility of a different form of utilisation and is requesting explanations from ETAD (Hellenic Public Properties), while the Ydraiou faction is also raising the issue of compensatory benefits if a concession is repeated, as was the case in the past with the casino.
Programme of events for 25th March national anniversary
CORFU. The programme was announced by the Ionian Islands Regional Authority.
Central Corfu Municipality insists on increased municipal taxes
CORFU. The Municipality is filing precautionary measures with the Council of State so that the decision of Committee 152 on the municipal taxes does not have a suspensive effect, allowing the approval of the 2025 municipal budget to proceed.
