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Fire in abandoned town centre building
CORFU. The fire broke out inside the building, which contained a lot of rubbish.

694 driving offences in Ionian Islands last week
CORFU. 414 of the offences were in Corfu.

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?

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%.

Assignment of urban planning study for Central Municipality finally being signed
CORFU. The signing was delayed by almost two years, thus limiting the time for its implementation. However, it comes at perhaps the most critical moment, as urban planning issues are pressing for a solution.

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.

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.

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!"

Chinese coming to Corfu
CORFU. A Sinology Centre and postgraduate programmes are being inaugurated, with the Chinese ambassador in Athens also present. Prior to this, a meeting of Greek island universities will take place regarding student housing.

North Corfu Municipality appeals for immediate removal of containers from Agros Junior High and High School
CORFU. The containers, which are being used as classrooms, have become completely unsuitable, posing a serious risk to the safety, health and well-being of the pupils.

"I can΄t breathe" protest in Annunziata Square Sunday 26 January
CORFU. The cry of anguish heard in the chilling audio recording from the rail tragedy in Tempi has become a rallying cry for thousands of people.

Road accident on Eth.Paleokastritsas Rd
CORFU. The accident happened near the Electricians΄ Cooperative.