News
Brazilian Ambassador in Corfu for Easter
CORFU. Corfu is a magnet over Easter and it also ΄drew΄ the Brazilian Ambassador in Athens, Cesario Melantonio Neto, for a personal visit.
Increased policing over Easter in Corfu, Zakynthos, Cephalonia and Lefkada
CORFU. Increased police checks to prevent illegal distribution and selling of fireworks, thefts and burglaries, illegal trading, road accidents and dangerous driving as well as health and safety infringements in cafes, bars and restaurants.
German Corfu lover gives gift of police patrol vehicle for use in the north of the island
CORFU. “We wanted to give something back to the island for all it has given us,” said Jorg Rockenhauser.
Holy Thursday in Corfu
CORFU. The sounds of the Old Philharmonic Band can be heard in the streets of the old town. Thousands of visitors on the island.
Corfu Mayor: Don΄t spoil the ΄botides΄ custom with advertisements and messages in poor taste
CORFU. "Huge ΄botides΄ (Easter pots) with advertisements are in poor taste and have nothing to do with the spirit of Corfu Easter," says Kostas Nikolouzos.
The performance by ΄San Giacomo΄ Municipal Choir and Thessalonik State Orchestra mesmerized even their strongest critics
CORFU. The 26-year tradition continued in the best possible way for the annual Holy Wednesday concert by the San Giacomo Municipal Choir and Thessaloniki State Orchestra.
Why is there uncollected rubbish in Corfu?
CORFU. Why is rubbish in some areas not being collected?
Parking provisions for Good Friday and Easter Saturday - Free transfers by bus
CORFU. Parking spaces will be provided outside the town centre in order to facilitate pedestrians and the Easter events.
Potamos Cultural Society volunteers set up post office boxes
CORFU. An initiative by volunteers from Potamos Cultural Society to help local residents in their everyday life.
Changeable weather over Easter
CORFU. The mistral (maestros) wind on Good Friday could save the impressive Corfu Easter celebrations from rain.
Fire at Ai Yianni settlement
CORFU. The Fire Service sped to Ropa Valley after being called out to a fire in the Roma settlement in Ai Yianni.
Employer reported for firing woman due to illness
CORFU. The Corfu Association for Private Sector Employees has lodged a complaint about the sudden dismissal of a supermarket employee.
Go-ahead given for restoration of Annunciata Bell Tower
Approval given at meeting of the Central Archaeological Council on Holy Tuesday.
Easter 2018: Which doctors will be available
CORFU. Corfu Doctors΄ Association has announced that the following doctors will be available over Easter for residents and visitors.
Avoiding accidents with firecrackers and fireworks at Easter
Once again, The Smile of the Child reminds children and parents of the extreme dangers if children handle firecrackers and squibs.
Roundabout fountain needs approval of Central Archaeological Council
CORFU. Approval for the construction of the fountain goes beyond Corfu Antiquities Inspectorate.
Corfu Easter 2018
Solemnly devout and yet spectacular and cosmopolitan! Celebrated in the town and all over the island.
Mt. Olympus: Corfu Search & Rescue Unit in the Home of the Gods!
Corfu Special Search and Rescue Unit (EMED) were at the top of Greece΄s highest mountain - Mt. Olympus.
