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The Greek government’s proposed bill to offer live streaming lessons from classrooms to stay-at-home students during the coronavirus pandemic has sparked a great deal of controversy over the last few days. As Greek high school students gradually return to class after the lockdown, a fierce debate has flared up in …

The first nest for 2020 ……. !!!! The beach of Kalamaki (Crystal beach area) hosts the first nest for this year’s spawning season. Among the difficult times during Covid-19, nature still follows her normal routine. The National Marine Park of Zakynthos have requested that visitors to the beach pay special …

In a note of thanks, our local Member of Parliament, Mr Dionysios Aktypis praised our fire service. The fire Department was called to extinguish a fire in the area of Argassi yesterday and thanks to their quick action the worst was avoided. A note of thanks. Thanks to the immediate …

Our island has been shown all over Greece the last few hours, since a TV crew was here yesterday and the day before headed by  journalist Mr. George Grigoriadis. Today, in the main news bulletin of Alpha Tv, a 3-minute report on our island was shown. The video talks about …

Unemployment benefits have been announced for seasonal workers who will not be hired during the current tourist season. The measure was decided due to the health crisis and the economic consequences it brings.   As stated by the Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Giannis Vroutsis: “Considering the effects of …

156th Anniversary of the Union of the Ionian Islands with Mother Greece. From the historic building of the Ionian Parliament, where the constant will of the representatives of the People of the Ionian Islands was forged for the Union with Mother Greece. The Ionian Islands Regional Governor Rodi Kratsa-Tsagaropoulou sent …

After the mini heatwave we can start to expect a slight drop in temperature over the next few days. Starting to day we have a high of 28 degrees celsius and a low of 18 degrees celsius. Winds are from two to three Beaufort SE up until 15.00p.m then swing …

Thursday, 21st of May. A special day for us Zakynthians not only are we celebrating St. Helen and St. Konstantinos but it is also the official day for us to celebrate our independence. History. In October 1798, the Turkish fleet occupied Zakynthos. On March 21, 1800, a treaty between Turkey …

Gym owners are anxious, the customers are waiting, but just when are they allowed to open?   “All gyms in the country are scheduled to open on June 29th, and until then the industry is suspended with what is provided for these companies and their employees.” This was announced on …

Confusion among residents over the last couple of days in regards to our waters and beach areas. Areas in specific were northeast of our island when people noticed what seemed to be sewage floating on the water. Immediately, environmental groups contacted the port police.Residents in the areas were up in …