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Big ΄panigiri΄ in Peroulades!
CORFU. Live music, dance and traditional food on 29 August.
Corfu Tennis Club celebrates 130 years
CORFU. From the first tennis court in the late 19th century to major international tournaments – the historic journey of the Club and the anniversary event taking place on Wednesday at the People’s Garden.
Fire Service urges caution as weather conditions are extremely dangerous
CORFU. We are now in the fourth month of the fire season, and conditions are expected to be EXTREMELY dangerous in the coming days.
“Islands of Odysseus”: Tourism idea revives old Ionian rivalries
CORFU. Koulouris’ proposal for a shared tourism brand and “Odysseus sea routes,” Ithaca’s objection, and the old Ionian Islands dispute over Homeric geography.
Case of dog run over in Avliotes heads to court
CORFU. The woman (44) denies deliberately running over the dog. What the law says and why the €500 fine is for abandonment, not its death.
French tourists rescued after getting stranded on Porto Timoni trail
CORFU. Two injured hikers were successfully rescued following a swift operation by the Fire Service and EMODE.
Asopos-1A exploratory drilling project in Ionian enters public consultation
CORFU. The Environmental Impact Assessment for Block 2 has been forwarded to the Ionian Islands Regional Authority – Comments can be submitted until September 23.
Two arrested in Corfu and Zakynthos for animal deaths
CORFU. Two women face Prosecutor over alleged killing of a dog and a cat.
Strategic tourism plan for Corfu
CORFU. Central Corfu Municipality has commissioned Marketing Greece to conduct a study on destination management and promotion. Research is currently underway into the current state and future prospects of Corfu’s tourism sector, while the Chamber of Commerce is calling on businesses to participate.
How much it costs to go swimming in Corfu in 2026
CORFU. From €15–20 for a basic set of sun loungers to €90 or more for a full day at the beach for two people. Corfu tourism in 2026 — and the increasingly expensive experience surrounding the free sea.
Two people stranded on difficult trail between Kontogyalos and Glyfada
CORFU. The Fire Service and Ambulance Service responded immediately to carry out the rescue and provide first aid.
Diapontia Islands remain excluded from wind energy planning
CORFU. The new Special Spatial Planning Framework for Renewable Energy Sources does not reinstate the provision for an offshore wind farm – the plan was withdrawn in 2024 following opposition in Corfu.
Moscow, Nektarios and Saint Spyridon connection
MOSCOW. The transfer of the right hand of Saint Spyridon to Russia is more than simply a major pilgrimage event. Its official reception by Patriarch Kirill, and above all the presence of Archbishop Nektarios of Corfu, take on particular significance against the backdrop of the deep rift that the Ukrainian church issue has caused within the Orthodox Church.
West Nile Virus: No cases reported in Corfu – 157 cases nationwide
CORFU. The Municipality of Central Corfu is urging the public to take measures to protect themselves from mosquitoes. Corfu is not included on the list of affected or high-risk areas issued by the National Public Health Organization (EODY).
17.3% increase in cruise passengers, 11.2% rise in port calls
CORFU. More than 556,000 cruise passengers passed through Corfu Port up to the end of July, with the number of ship calls increasing by 11.2%. Cruise traffic in June alone was up 30%.
Traditional musical evening in Kastellani Messi
CORFU. A celebration with the band “Ta Paidia ap’ to Garouna” and Angelos Skolarikis.
Traditional ΄panigiri΄ for Agios Kosmas in Kompitsi
CORFU. Traditional ΄panigiri΄ for Agios Kosmas in Kompitsi
Two-day traditional ΄panigiri΄ in Gastouri
CORFU. Two day festival for Virgin Mary the Guide, 22-23 August.
