News
Combating red palm weevil
CORFU. The annual application of insecticide micro-injection (Tree Micro Injection – TMI) has been completed - a method with minimal interference or disturbance to the trees, the general public, and the environment.
Change of traffic direction on Alkiviadis Street on July 25th
CORFU. The traffic direction change will take place due to preservation works on the Garitsa wall.
Canadair aircraft fighting Albania wildfire coming to refuel
CORFU. A ΄aircraft, based in Corfu, is also assisting in the firefighting operation.
Refuse collection schedule changing due to heatwave – Only at night and early morning
CORFU. According to the announcement by the relevant authorities, refuse collection will take place only at night and in the very early morning hours, for the protection of the workers.
Police checks in Kavos at weekend - illegal substances, noise pollution, and driving offences
CORFU. Four people were arrested for violations related to provision of services and products, noise pollution, and possession of a small quantity of drugs.
248 violations in one week in Ionian Islands for not wearing crash helmets
CORFU. Between 14 and 20 July there were 83 cases of riding without crash helmets in Corfu.
Cruise fees from Monday 21 July
CORFU. The payment of the cruise fee will be made via an online fee voucher, which is issued exclusively via the app (e.hcg.gov.gr) by the shipping agent, the cruise company, or the Greek managing company of the cruise ship.
Two road accidents on Friday morning
CORFU. The causes of the accidents will be investigated.
Intensive police checks for illegal transfers in Corfu – Total fines of 64,800 euros
CORFU. The checks will continue throughout the tourist season, aiming to protect legitimate professionals and ensure safe transfers on the island.
Construction of bus shelters
CORFU. The project was approved in 2019; however, its implementation has begun six years later. The contractor is the company Top Vision, and the project has a total budget of 133,469 euros.
Rape allegation by 18-year-old British woman
CORFU. The young Italian was not remanded in custody and tomorrow, 17 July, he will appear before the Investigating Magistrate again.
Power outage in Corfu Town due to short circuit
CORFU. Problems with voltage fluctuations in air conditioners and appliances.
Car falls into ditch in Skafonas
CORFU. Passersby who witnessed the incident ran to free the driver.
Meeting at Port Authority to resolve problems with floating platform in Paleokastritsa
CORFU. Immediate establishment of a three-member committee for the first time since 2019, when the regulation was passed - Strengthening of the Port Authority΄s presence in the area on a daily basis.
Regional Governor signs contract for study on construction of road leading to Agios Stefanos port
CORFU. The project titled ΄STUDY FOR THE CONNECTION OF PROVINCIAL ROAD 17 WITH THE PORT OF AGIOS STEFANOS΄ has a budget of €150,000.
Quad bike falls down slope on road to Agios Georgios Pagon
CORFU. The North Corfu Elite Special Missions Team arrived at the scene immediately and managed to rescue the two injured individuals.
Van hits motorcyclist, 70, in Platonas
CORFU. An Ionian Care ambulance arrived at the scene, provided first aid to the injured man, and transported him to the General Hospital.
Road accident in North Corfu - Italian couple on quad bike fall into ditch
CORFU. The accident happened in Stilia in Karousades.
