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Laying of wreaths for 28 October anniversary
CORFU. The modest ceremony, honouring all those who fought for the country’s independence, marked the beginning of the events in the town.
Shooting competition: ‘In Honour of the Heroes’
CORFU. Wednesday 29 October at 16:00 at the shooting range near Gefyra Giatron-Skripero.
Goggakis clean-up continuing
CORFU. When is the waste collection expected to be completed? Concern among local residents who have been overwhelmed by the stench.
Goggakis waste being sent to animal by-product incineration plants
IOANNINA. The Epirus Waste Management Authority issued a statement following the issue that arose, clarifying that there is no question of any sanitary landfill disposal taking place at local waste sites.
Study for reconstruction of Kourkoulos Theatre in Paleokastritsa
CORFU. The study concerns the complete reconstruction of the open-air theatre, with the aim of restoring its functionality and aesthetics, as well as creating a modern and safe cultural space.
Car falls into sea – driver escapes unharmed
CORFU. A crane immediately arrived at the scene to retrieve the vehicle from the harbour bed.
Removal of waste from Goggakis begins
CORFU. The marathon procedure to give permission for the trucks was completed late on Thursday evening.
Event in Kassiopi: ‘Rowing in the Squares!’
CORFU. Saturday 25 October at 11:00.
Clear-up at Goggakis
CORFU. The clear-up started with the inert materials and is expected to move on to the spoiled food, probably on Friday.
Lightning and storms hit Corfu
CORFU. The Sky Express flight that was unable to land on Wednesday night had to return.
Power cuts 23-24 and 27 October
The Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DEDDIE) has announced that there will be power cuts on Thursday 23, Friday 24 and Monday 27 October in order to carry out necessary maintenance work.
Official decision of meeting on post-fire waste management
CORFU. They should be sprayed to render them inert, allowing for easier and less costly transportation.
New ambulance (EKAB) base opens in Acharavi
CORFU. Acharavi was chosen as the base, as it is the centre of North Corfu, and its location ensures a reduction in emergency response time, offering safety both to permanent residents and to the thousands of visitors.
Response awaited about where hazardous waste will be sent
ATHENS. This is where opinions differ. Each option entails a different cost.
Emergency meeting at Ministry of Environment about Corfu
CORFU. The purpose is to address the problem that has arisen with the accumulated spoiled foodstuffs following the devastating fire at Goggakis.
Power cuts 21-22 October
The Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DEDDIE) has announced that there will be power cuts on Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 October in order to carry out necessary maintenance work.
155 violations of crash helmet law in Ionian Islands last week including 82 in Corfu
CORFU. From October 13 to 19, a total of 554 checks were carried out and 155 violations were confirmed for not using a protective helmet (82 in Corfu, 32 in Zakynthos, 25 in Cephalonia, and 16 in Lefkada).
Concert by Argentine flute and guitar duo ‘Mastruzzo – Núñez’: ‘Tangos del Olvido’.
CORFU. Tonight at 19:00, at the Archaeological Museum, with free admission for the public.
