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΄Friends of Corfu΄ welcomes funding for Mon Repos
CORFU. “The Friends of Corfu” Association expresses satisfaction over the inclusion of the project for the protection and enhancement of the Mon Repos Park in the “Ionian Islands 2021–2027” programme, while recalling its long-standing involvement in the planning process and public consultation regarding the future of the site.
Accident in Kotsela
CORFU. Two vehicles were involved in a collision resulting in material damage but no injuries.
Donation of defibrillator to Gastouri by Achilleion Cultural Society
CORFU. This will be followed by a training session on its proper use by paramedics on Saturday, May 23.
Tourist season begins with double-digit growth at Corfu International Airport
CORFU. Passenger traffic at Corfu International Airport increased by 11% in April, with more than 189,000 passengers passing through the airport. The performance significantly exceeds the average growth rate of airports managed by Fraport Greece.
From Waste to Sustainability: The message of the Corfu Food & Wine Festival
CORFU. The circular economy, the reduction of food waste, and sustainability were at the heart of an open interactive event held as part of the 8th Corfu Food & Wine Festival at Faliraki, where pupils, families, and visitors experienced firsthand how the everyday management of food can be connected to respect for the environment and local production.
Target shooting competitions for anniversary of Union of Ionian Islands with Greece
CORFU. Wednesday, May 20, at 4:30 p.m., at the Shooting Range at Gefyra Iatron near Skripero.
Aquathlon in Garitsa Bay
CORFU. Sunday, May 17 at 13:00 – ‘Swim. Run. Push beyond your limits.’
18 Blue Flags awarded to Corfu in 2026 – Improvement after last year’s drop
CORFU. This year, Corfu was awarded 18 Blue Flags — two more than in 2025 — but it has not yet returned to the performance levels of previous years.
Woman, 54, arrested for attempted murder of partner
CORFU. Domestic incident involving a knife in town – prompt police response led to the arrest of the woman involved.
Journey through time with Ferrante Vitelli: special guided tour of New Fortress
CORFU. To celebrate International Museum Day, the ‘Corfu Fortifications’ team is hosting an open event showcasing the fortifications of Corfu.
Food service and hospitality businesses to close on May 21 amid escalating conflict with Municipality, inspections, and Ephorate of Antiquities
CORFU. The Corfu catering business owners’ association has unanimously decided to proceed with a complete closure of businesses, protesting fines, unequal enforcement, restrictions on music, and pressure related to licensing and operating conditions, with the Garitsa Park case as a focal point of the dispute.
Corfu Food & Wine Festival: the essence of hospitality
CORFU. Friday 15 May at the Scout Hall at Faliraki.
Future of treatment plant uncertain amid changes to national waste management strategy
CORFU. The project in Temploni has been contracted, but construction has not yet begun, as funding, technical planning, and the residual waste management model are being changed across the country.
€1.9 million allocated by Regional Authority to Municipality for Mon Repos
CORFU. With the funding of €1.9 million, the historic estate will become an organised, safe, and accessible space for every resident and visitor.
Costly waste management, structural deadlocks, and what could change
CORFU. The dependence on transporting mixed waste off the island, the extremely costly logistics, the low recycling rates resulting from obvious and long-standing mismanagement, as well as the chronic understaffing of the cleaning service, have created a model that places suffocating pressure on both municipal charges and the municipality’s finances.
Apartment fire in Polych. Konstanta — Prompt response from firefighters
CORFU. The fire started from the kitchen extractor hood.
Today, accountability; the day after tomorrow, reimposition of 2025 increases
CORFU. The issue of improperly collected payments and possible refunds to residents is being brought before the Municipal Council by Giorgos Karydis, while the municipal administration cites financial inability.
New Schengen checks raise fears of queues at Corfu airport and port
CORFU. The full implementation of the European Entry/Exit System increases the processing time for non-EU passengers, raising concerns about delays for summer arrivals at the airport and port.
