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Alternative Cultural Workshop ΄Products without Middle Men΄ home deliveries of pure honey
CORFU. Saturday 26 September.
DEYAK: 10-hour water supply outage on Monday night, 21 September
CORFU. The Analipsi water tanks are running dry due to serious damage to the main water pipeline.
Typhoon Project collected 8 tons of waste from Corfu and Diapontia Islands last time they were here
CORFU. Four years after the first major operation, the Typhoon Project enters its second round of clean-ups – New comparative data sought for Corfu’s coastline
Othoni and Mathraki say “No” to drilling in Block 2
CORFU. Joint resolution by the two cultural societies opposing the “Asopos-1A” – They are calling for the Regional Authority and municipalities to oppose the project, as well as a special assessment of the impact on the protected areas of the Diapontia Islands.
Karoubatika residents at their wits’ end over landslide and neglected roads
CORFU. Letter of protest to Central Corfu Municipality Technical Services Department – Risk of roads being cut off, even for ambulances.
1924–2026 Sidney Merlin: 102 years since kumquat arrived in Corfu
CORFU. A brief look at the history of the Merlin family, which… historically, signed off on the whole affair. The reason for its introduction? A private whim…
Power cuts 16-18 September
The Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DEDDIE) has announced that there will be power cuts from Wednesday 16 to Friday 18 September in order to carry out necessary maintenance work.
Liapades Green Corner suspends operations as 120 bags of recyclables await collection
CORFU. The volunteer group warns that the site has reached its limits and is calling for immediate intervention by the Municipality – Collection services are inadequate and lack a regular schedule, according to its letter.
We demand protection for Garitsa Bay from marine pollution
CORFU. “…we gave a statement to the competent investigating authorities regarding the major marine pollution observed in Garitsa Bay on the evening of 31 August.”
Problems with school premises have already led to closure of one school
CORFU. From warnings to a walkout in just a few days – children were sent home early from Kanalia Kindergarten on Monday, which was effectively closed on Tuesday and Wednesday – parents take their protest to the Municipal Council.
Othoni: New defibrillator donated as memorial service held for fallen sailors
CORFU. Two important events: saving lives and honouring the fallen.
The town that burned as the Axis crumbled
CORFU. The island’s strategic position, at the entrance to the Adriatic and facing the Italian and Albanian coasts, brought Corfu to the centre of military operations following Italy’s capitulation. On the night of 13–14 September 1943, the Luftwaffe launched a devastating incendiary bombing raid on the town.
Prison Park: Three months on, still at ‘square one’
CORFU. Residents are turning to the Forestry Department, alleging that the combustible material remains in place and calling for immediate clearing, fire-protection infrastructure and a management plan.
Benitses bypass: five years on, still at the study stage
CORFU. Corfu MP Dimitris Biangis is bringing the project back before Parliament, calling on four ministries to complete the outstanding studies, costing €1.72 million, and secure funding.
Canal d’Amour: Dolphin that washed up in shallows did not survive
CORFU. Immediate response from the North Corfu Municipality, ODEK and “ARION” – The cause of death will be investigated by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Scheduled water supply outage in Viros
CORFU. Wednesday, 9 September – Water network replacement works in Babouri.
Alternative Cultural Workshop ΄Products without Middle Men΄ home deliveries of cheese products
CORFU. Saturday 19 September.
Global scientific recognition for Corfu olive oil “The Governor”
CORFU. A study by Louisiana State University confirms the anti-cancer effects of oleocanthal against colorectal cancer in laboratory animals.
