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We remind you that recently the  church of Agios Haralambos, Zakynthos,  was burgled around 11 o’clock at night on Wednesday, August 31. The perpetrators, broke into the church from the side door and entered the sanctuary from where they removed two carved silver candlesticks and a gospel, with a total …

Today’s weather has changed from the hot days of the past and with that change waterspouts occur. http:// In the video you can see at least three waterspouts and thanks to Zakynthian, Dimitris Kladis who captured them. As he uploaded on his social media he also stated:- Monster” waterspout, on …

A case of horse injury in Alykes has been of intense concern to our local community and in turn our authorities since midnight on Tuesday (30/8). According to reports, the horse tried to turn whilst attached to a carriage, kicked the iron bar of the carriage and injured itself, resulting …

One of the most impressive boats to moor within our harbour was the “Alfa, previously known as “Alkhor”. It certainly caught a lot of attention this week and she certainly is “eye catching”.     “Alfa” is an award winning yacht, having won in 2021 the prestigious award for Displacement …

The aim is to inform the citizens about the necessary protection measures and the combat program implemented on the island The aim of the special event, which will be held by the Regional Unit of Zakynthos, today, Friday, September 2, 2022 from 20.00 to 22.00 in front of the Governor’s …

This is how schools will open on September 12 – What will apply in case of a covid outbreak. The use of a protective mask remains optional in schools which will open on September 12. The government, accepting the unanimous recommendation of the Expert Committee of the Ministry of Health …

At this time of year, turtles are nesting on beaches in the National Marine Park. Parts of the beaches are restricted and you will see nesting sites indicated by wooden structures, with labels on.  Whilst we all love to go to the beach and have fun, there are rules in …

Updated 21:50 The fire, which occurred late on Tuesday afternoon, 30/08/2022, in the Kaminia area, is now under control. Once again, the worst was averted thanks to the timely intervention of the Zakynthos Fire Service, whose forces managed to contain the flames before they spread to other parts, mainly residential …

In the last few weeks Laura Hamilton, the presenter of the popular UK TV programme “A Place in the Sun” has been in Greece as part of ongoing production of the TV show. Whilst there, Laura took a break from filming to head to Zakynthos. Whilst on Zakynthos Laura visited …

In August every year, the island celebrates St Dionysios, the patron Saint of Zakynthos. There seems to be some confusion when it comes to the name and this year is no exception. Many, including local businesses, are calling it the celebration of St Dennis when actually it’s the Celebration of …