News
No biometric checks required for British tourists in 2026
ATHENS. So far, no formal regulation has been issued—such as publication in the Government Gazette—and there is no known EU-level exemption from the EES regulation.
Man, 28, arrested for stealing from coin-operated car washes
CORFU. Along with two accomplices who are still at large, he stole about €200.
΄Lucky΄ boy, 17, falls from scaffolding but lands on balcony
CORFU. Major operation by the Fire Service in the town center – the young man was rescued with only minor injuries.
Water outage in Koulines due to fault in main pipeline
CORFU. Problems in the surrounding area – repairs are currently in progress.
Online platform for land plot clearing now open – Deadline: April 30
CORFU. Non-compliance carries severe administrative penalties and hefty fines.
Ionian Sea: Drilling operation that could reshape region
CORFU. The first drilling in Block 2 is drawing near, but success is far from certain. If a field is discovered, development will centre on Igoumenitsa, while Corfu will face challenges to its image and environment.
Estimated 20,000 visitors over Easter
CORFU. Corfu didn’t match last year’s performance, but Easter came early this year, and there’s also the war… So, not too bad.
Resurrection celebration in Corfu Town
CORFU. The Old Town came alive as the Resurrection was celebrated in spectacular fashion.
Increased waiting times for non-EU travellers
ATHENS. Entry/Exit System (EES) now in effect – What it means for travellers in Corfu.
Vandalism of municipal lighting network
CORFU. Recent reports indicate that the network has been repeatedly tampered with in various areas of the town.
Fuel Pass platform now open - how to submit your application
ATHENS. The Fuel Pass platform is now live. Eligible applicants can apply via TaxisNet and receive the subsidy on a digital card or in their bank account (IBAN), even within 48 hours.
Palm Sunday in Corfu - St.Spyridon procession
CORFU. The religious ceremony was established in 1629, in commemoration of the island’s salvation from the plague, and since then it has been repeated every year on the same day.
Motorcyclist, 28, succumbs to his injuries following road accident in Ponti in early March
CORFU. He had been hospitalised in critical condition after the serious road accident on the morning of Thursday, March 12, in Ponti near Praktiker.
Kanoni: Uncertainty surrounding path to Vlachérna – Why repairs are taking so long
CORFU. Access to Vlachérna shut over Easter due to subsidence – Urgent efforts by the owner for a safe, long-term solution.
Water supply outage in town centre, due to problem in main pipeline
CORFU. Every possible effort is being made to fully restore the water supply to all affected areas as soon as possible.
Open-deck ferries prohibited from sailing
CORFU. Passengers who wish to travel can get information from Corfu Central Port Authority (26613 65200).
When will work in St.Spyridon Alley be completed? – What DEDDIE says
CORFU. The ball is in the Municipality’s court regarding the substation in the square.
Gold for Corfu Night Strings Orchestra
CORFU. The orchestra won first place and a gold medal at the ‘Dimitris Mitropoulos’ Panhellenic Music Competition.
