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Two years past completion deadline, Villa Rosa remains construction site
CORFU. The visit by Nicola De Michelis, Deputy Director-General of DG REGIO, has brought the restoration of the historic building back into the spotlight. The original completion deadline was set for 2024, while the deadline for the second funding phase also passed at the end of 2025.
Municipal Council: “Yes” to exploratory drilling, unanimity on Women΄s Shelter
CORFU. A five-hour meeting featuring heated debate over drilling in the Ionian, changes to the Municipal Market, decisions on school infrastructure, and efforts to secure funding for the historic British-era Aqueduct, known locally as Gyarda.
Yes to exploration now, with new decision if deposit is found
CORFU. The Ionian Islands Regional Council essentially aligned itself with the position already adopted by the Epirus Region: consent to the exploratory drilling now, followed by a reassessment of the issue immediately after the results are known, should they pave the way for the next stage of development.
Le Rendez-vous – A French Café in Corfu
“Authentic French Paris in Corfu” – From freshly baked butter croissants and Saturday brunch buffets to fine French wines, the Moulin-Dheret family brings French hospitality and flavour to the heart of the island.
Block 2: Mayor Poulimenos says “Yes” to exploration, but with environmental safeguards
CORFU. The mayor does not oppose the Asopos-1A drilling project and links it to the country’s energy policy – Environmental safety is a prerequisite – The Municipal Council to decide on Wednesday.
Race for the Cure 2026 in Corfu: Running for hope and breast cancer prevention
CORFU. Impressive turnout in Corfu Old Town in the fight against breast cancer
Start TV employees laid off
CORFU. Employees at Start TV – Radio Corfu were unexpectedly notified of a suspension of operations and layoffs. They are awaiting developments until Monday and, if nothing changes, will seek the intervention of the Labour Inspectorate.
Protest rally against drilling in Ionian Sea
CORFU. Call by the Corfu Environmental Protection Association for protest on Monday at 10:00 at the Old Prefecture building – The Ionian Islands Regional Council is also holding an emergency meeting at the same time to issue an opinion on the Asopos-1 exploratory well.
Impressive turnout for the 24th Panhellenic Volunteer Blood Donors Torch Relay
CORFU. A huge ‘Chain of Solidarity for Life’ filled Spianada Square, sending a powerful message of hope, giving and social awareness.
Music programme for infants and toddlers
CORFU. 7 October 2026 - 31 January 2027
Possible delays on Route 10 bus service to Achilleion due to DEYAK works
CORFU. Wednesday 30 September to Friday 2 October, and Monday 5 October to Wednesday 7 October.
Prison Park: 41 stremma without a management plan
CORFU. The Forestry Department has clarified that the 41-stremma site belongs to the Municipality – No management plan has been submitted to date – What is required for the interventions to go ahead
Life-saving initiative at 3rd and 4th Junior High Schools
CORFU. Meeting with Ambulance Service on CPR and defibrillator training and certification for teachers.
Block 2: Epirus says ‘Yes’ – Corfu local communities say ‘No’
CORFU. Epirus Environment Committee backs “Asopos-1A” by majority – Unanimous opposition from Central Corfu and Diapontia communities – Ionian Islands Regional Authority and Municipal Councils yet to state their positions.
Community Presidents oppose Asopos-1A drilling
CORFU. Unanimous resolution by the Coordinating Body of Community Presidents of the Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands — calling on the government not to approve a permit for the drilling project and on the Ionian Islands Regional Authority to take also vote against.
Flooding in Spilia yet again: Businessman Periklis Mitsialis at his wits’ end — “Same old story”
CORFU. Periklis Mitsialis, owner of “Pitonomisties”, has seen his property flooded time and again over the years, expressing his deep frustration and despair.
Together against breast cancer: “Race for the Cure” in Corfu
CORFU. The imagecorfu team will run and walk at Liston on 3 October.
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Askitario – In Nymphes, where history meets oral tradition
The story of Artemios Paisios, traditionally regarded as the founder of the legendary historic site at Nymphes.
