Corfu

10 foreign nationals arrested at Corfu & Cephalonia Airports with fake passports
CORFU. They were trying to illegally board flights to Italy, Germany and the Netherlands.

Dozens of processions in Corfu for Assumption of Virgin Mary
CORFU. Virgin Mary is honoured in dozens of churches and monasteries on the island.

Only child psychiatrist at Corfu Hospital resigns
CORFU. "In my opinion, child psychiatry services in the public sector are irreplaceable, but in order to function effectively for the maority of the population, they require a multidisciplinary team."

8% increase in passenger traffic at Corfu Airport in July
CORFU. Slight increase in domestic and international arrivals and departures.

South Corfu woman reports partner to police for abuse of her five underage children
CORFU. Charges have been brought against the man for rape and repeated sexual acts with a minor.

Summer training ship ΄Samos΄ at Corfu Port
CORFU. The gunship ΄Samos΄ is docked at Corfu Port.

Italian Camorra fugitive in Corfu Prison
CORFU. The fugitive appeared before the Corfu Prosecutor, who then ordered that he be held in detention in Corfu Prison.

Effect of new traffic regulations in Corfu Town
CORFU. Conclusions can΄t really be drawn from the first night, but Corfu Town is certainly much nicer without so many cars!

Return of previous music time limit in Corfu Old Town
CORFU. The Committee has accepted the appeal against the Decentralised Administration΄s decision that had vindicated the Central Corfu Municipality for deciding to extend the music hours.

New Corfu Town traffic regulations in force from 8p.m. today
CORFU. Where you can park. Parking permits for permanent residents of the historic centre are still available.

Stones thrown at Athens-Corfu bus
CORFU. The vehicle parked in a safe location and the approximately 40 passengers were transferred to Corfu by a bus operated by Corinth KTEL.

Inspection of fire-damaged buildings in North Corfu
CORFU. The ELGA committee is still accepting applications for damage to fixed assets, livestock and agricultural property at the Town Hall in Acharavi.

British Ambassador satisfied with Central Corfu Municipality΄s actions regarding wildfires
CORFU. Mayor Meropi Ydraiou told Mr. Lodge that Corfu was and still is a safe tourist destination.

Small flare-ups being dealt with immediately in North Corfu (13:30)
CORFU. Firefighting forces on constant alert due to strong winds.

Request to declare a state of emergency in the Municipality of North Corfu
CORFU. North Corfu Mayor Giorgos Mahimaris has submitted the request.

Wildfires receding in North Corfu (09:30)
CORFU. All ground and aerial forces are on alert for the immediate containment of any potential reoccurrence.

Rescue of animals from fire in North Corfu
CORFU. Animal-loving volunteers, firefighters and police all showed their humanity and compassion during this difficult ordeal.