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Corfu Port Authority forum on cruises
CORFU. It seems like a response to the critical remarks, both official and unofficial, regarding the burden of cruises and their impact on the local economy. Its endorsement under the auspices of the Ministry of Island Policy is credited to the Corfiot Deputy Minister, Stefanos Gikas.

International festival in Old Town
CORFU. The restoration of Evia and Thrace after the fires is continuing. Diazoma became known nationwide for its efforts to protect and promote ancient theatres. Will it also collaborate with the Central Corfu Municipality?

Metal panels ΄flying΄ from roof to roof
CORFU. The metal panels were flying from roof to roof in Corfu Town due to the strong winds.

DIADEYAK request for energy debt subsidy in hands of Minister of Environment and Energy
CORFU. Corfu remains in a state of emergency until February 27. It is expected that within the remaining time, work on the network will have begun to reduce leaks, which are estimated to reach 50%.

Power cuts 30 January - 3 February
The Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DEDDIE) has announced that there will be power cuts from Thursday 30 January to Monday 3rd February in order to carry out necessary maintenance work.

What Regional Authority says about roundabouts in Corfu
CORFU. Only preliminary studies, not final studies, have been submitted to the Regional Authority for the construction of roundabouts in Corfu.

If the government doesn΄t impose a cruise tax, the municipality will
CORFU. The tourism promotion plan was approved by majority vote. A heated discussion arose regarding the cost of such tourism development. Mayor Poulimenos is considering imposing a per capita fee on board in cooperation with shipping companies.

North and South Corfu come together for musical event in Lefkimmi
CORFU. "North Corfu Municipality expresses its warm thanks for the honorary invitation it received from Lefkimmi Musical & Artistic Union."

Upgrade of Urban Planning Services e-Permits information system
CORFU. "The programme was funded under the Recovery Pillar ΄Private Investments and Economic Transformation.΄"

Abandoned vehicles being removed
CORFU. "By collecting the vehicles, the Municipality is contributing to the prevention of waste generation, reuse-recycling, and further utilisation of these, as end-of-life vehicles."

577 driving offences in Ionian Islands last week
CORFU. 577 driving offences were confirmed in 1,858 police checks over the last week.

4th Experimental Primary School pupils visit memorial on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
CORFU. The visit culminated with their presence at the Holocaust memorial, dedicated to the Jewish residents of Corfu who were deported and exterminated in concentration camps, primarily at Auschwitz.

Enimerosi cuts its New Year Cake at Plus bookshop
CORFU. A wonderful time was had by all! Happy New Year!

Accident involving lorry and car in Solaris
CORFU. There were no injuries - only material damage.

Ionian Islands Region at Vienna International Tourism Fair
VIENNA. Increased demand in Austria for pre-bookings for all the Ionian Islands.

Protest crowd moved by words of cousin of twins who died in Tempi rail accident
CORFU. Thousands of protesters, young and old, shouted "We have no oxygen!"

Restrictions on operation of short-term rentals
CORFU. The recent legislative initiative may have aimed to address the current situation regarding short-term rentals in Greece, but the phenomenon has also sparked similar interest and restrictions in Europe and every popular tourist destination worldwide. Here’s what an initial investigation revealed.