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26-month prison sentence for driver, 24, who hit police cyclist in pedestrian area
CORFU. The 24-year-old was issued administrative fines, and his licence, vehicle registration documents (registration permit and licence plates), as well as his driver΄s licence were revoked for one year.

Civil Protection Service: Emergency ban on all outdoor work due to weather conditions
CORFU. All outdoor work, as well as the burning of crop residues, is strictly prohibited from Tuesday, March 11, until Monday, March 18.

Climate change and Greek tourism
CORFU. Climate change significantly affects the tourism product, as it alters climatic conditions, impacts natural landscapes and transforms tourists΄ preferences.

531 driving offences in Ionian Islands last week
CORFU. 260 of the offences were in Corfu.

Hotel employees protest for their work rights and demand immediate support
CORFU. They claim that many hotel units will not operate this year, leaving hundreds of workers without jobs and without financial support.

Repairs being carried out at Corfu Hospital
CORFU. It is also planned to construct apartments as an incentive for hiring healthcare employees.

Paint thrown on town centre bank by unknown persons
CORFU. The police are conducting an investigation to identify the perpetrators.

Procession with sacred relics of Agia Theodora
CORFU. The procession was established in 1985 in commemoration of the restoration of the icons by Agia Theodora.

Tempe protest march with pupils and students
CORFU. Those participating gathered at 12:00 outside the high schools and then marched towards the town centre.

Driver, 24, arrested after hitting police cyclist in pedestrian area
CORFU. A preliminary investigation into the case was conducted by Corfu Traffic Police, during which the car was also confiscated.

Illegal hunting trap confiscated in South Corfu
CORFU. These traps are set by individuals because South Corfu has been overrun by wild boars that swim over from Thesprotia.

Successful presence of Central Corfu Municipality at ITB Berlin
CORFU. ITB Berlin is at the heart of the tourism industry, bringing together approximately 10,000 exhibitors and 160,000 visitors.

Tons of water lost from burst pipe near airport
CORFU. The continuous flow of water has caused serious concern, as it represents a pointless waste of water at a time when the need for proper water management is urgent.

"I have no oxygen" - Another Tempe rally in Corfu
CORFU. Corfu is continuing the fight, not remaining silent but speaking out, demanding justice and accountability. Next gathering on Friday, March 7, at 12 PM outside the High Schools.

Tourist ΄air battles΄ in the Ionian
CORFU. Vlorë international airport is opening this summer. Corfu is suffocating, says Rama. The situation calls for another seasonal airport in southern Albania, without further details. Ioannina has been certified. What will Corfu do about the protection zone north of the runway?

Arrests for DUI and dangerous driving over Carnival weekend and Clean Monday
CORFU. In one case on Saturday night a car driver was arrested and given an 8-month sentence and €1,200 fine.

Inmate found hanged in his cell
CORFU. The first indications, according to reports, suggest that it is a case of suicide.

Large protest march for Tempe
CORFU. The march began at the former Prefecture went past the Orfeas cinema and ended at Liston.