News
On the alert for more trees falling and damage to crops
Read what the head of the Regional Agricultural Economy Administration, Stamatis Ginis, said to Enimerosi.
Heroin gang broken up by Corfu Drug Enforcement Agency
Two members of the gang were arrested – a 48-year-old and a 35-year-old. Another two members of the gang are still being sought.
Compensation available for Corfu storm damage. Regional Administrator & Deputy Administrator visit Lefkimmi
The 1st Lefkimmi Primary School will remain closed today so that damage from the storm can be repaired.
South Corfu examines the damage after yesterday’s thunderstorm
CORFU. The residents of south Corfu have had no rest today as they attempt, in any way they can, to repair the damage done by last night’s thunderstorm.
One dead and widespread damage in Lefkimmi
CORFU. One person lost his life in the heavy downpour that hit Corfu on Saturday night.
Corfu seamen to decide on Monday about strikes
The Corfu Seamen’s Association will decide on Monday whether or not to continue their strike.
Weather Forecast for the Ionian and Epirus
Local showers and occasional thunderstorms with force 4-6 winds.
What’s on (Exhibitions-Theatre-Events)
CORFU. Find out what’s on in Corfu and explore the best Corfu events. Enjoy your weekend!
Municipality workers continue clearing road drains
CORFU. Municipality employees continue clearing the blocked drains.
Corfu seamen’s strike suspended
CORFU. Ferry services will be resumed tomorrow, Friday from 6am for Corfu-Igoumenitsa-Lefkimmi-Paxos-Diapontia Islands.
New 48-hour strike by Corfu seamen
CORFU.Corfu seamen have called a new 48-hour strike on the ferry services Corfu-Igoumenitsa-Lefkimmi-Diapontia Islands.
Water, water everywhere….again!
CORFU.It’s like a repeat performance every time it rains in the Spilia district. From the Jewish Quarter to Palaiologou and Solomou St, the storm drains overflow and the unfortunate residents or passers-by have to try and avoid sewage - not clean water.
Corfu expecting a lot from regional meeting
CORFU.This was clearly stated by Corfu SYRIZA MP Kostas Pavlidis, at a press conference. "Waste management, water supply, road construction, health and education are the main prefectural issues that need to be discussed at the upcoming Development Conference on 4-5 December, which will be attended by the Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras and Government Ministers.”
Greek National Tourism Organization wins Best for Business award at World Travel Market
LONDON.The Greek National Tourism Organisation (EOT) won the award ‘Best for Business’ for its stand (which includes the Region of Ionian Islands) at the World Travel Market in London.
Multiple power cuts in Corfu
CORFU.Several areas in Corfu are without electricity following yesterday’s bad weather. In Garitsa and Kanoni, electricity should now be restored and the next areas to be dealt with are Agros, Karousades and Ag. Giannis. The area around Strinila should have power restored today.
In commemoration of firemen who lost their lives on duty
CORFU.The Regional Fire Service for the Ionian Islands and the Corfu Fire Service will commemorate the firemen who have lost their lives on duty at a memorial service in Kastellani Giroi.
Joanna Lumley praises Greece
LONDON.During the press conference of the Greek Tourism Minister, Elena Kountoura, at the World Travel Market in London, Joanna Lumley was invited to speak about her personal experiences in Greece.
World Travel Market: How will Brexit affect travel trade?
LONDON.Fears about the impact of a ‘no-deal’ Brexit on the travel trade dominated debates at World Travel Market London – the leading global event for the travel industry.
