Paphos

Child hospitalised after car driven by other child crashes

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Child hospitalised after car driven by other child crashes

A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized on Easter Sunday after a car crash in Paphos village of Peyia. The car, driven by a 15-year-old, collided with another car driven by a 47-year-old man. The 15-year-old’s car veered off course after the collision, hitting a road sign. The 16-year-old suffered blunt force trauma to his head but is not in immediate danger. The 47-year-old driver had a zero alcohol reading. The police investigation is ongoing.

Major developments underway in Cyprus

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Major developments underway in Cyprus

Cyprus is experiencing a significant development boom with billions of euros being invested in various projects, including infrastructure improvements, new marinas, hotels, medical centers, university buildings, golf courses, schools, and residential properties. These projects are expected to bring multiple benefits to the country, transforming its landscape and contributing to economic growth. Major investments include golf resorts like Limassol Hills and Eagle Pine, as well as marinas such as Larnaca Marina and the upcoming Paralimni Marina. Education-related developments are also underway, and road infrastructure projects across the island are crucial for improving residents’ quality of life.

Police tackle fireworks offences, delinquency during Easter weekend

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Police tackle fireworks offences, delinquency during Easter weekend

Police in Cyprus responded to various incidents over the Easter weekend, including public nuisance complaints, firework and cracker offenses, and instances of youth delinquency. They collaborated with the Fire Service to tackle fires and confiscate illegal fireworks and crackers, with no reported injuries. Several individuals were arrested for possession of fireworks and crackers, including a 19-year-old in Nicosia, a 42-year-old woman with her child, a 49-year-old man with his child in Larnaca, and a 21-year-old man in Paphos. The most significant incident occurred in Kiti village, where youths caused a disturbance with a bonfire and set off crackers towards officers and a resident’s house, prompting Fire Service intervention. Despite police efforts to secure the area, the youths returned to cause further damage before fleeing.

Paphos winter swimmers dive into Easter tradition

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Paphos winter swimmers dive into Easter tradition

The Paphos Winter Swimmers will continue their Easter tradition with aquatic games at the Kato Paphos Municipal Baths. The event, which has been successful in recent years, will include activities such as egg-and-spoon races, free-diving competitions, and bobbing for apples. Traditional land-based games like sack races, ‘ziziros’, and rope games will also be part of the festivities. Attendees can enjoy traditional Cypriot cheese pies called ‘flaounes’ and Easter eggs during the event.

Minor, 15, involved in collision while driving father’s car

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Minor, 15, involved in collision while driving father’s car

A 15-year-old boy crashed his father’s car in Peyia, injuring his teenage passenger. The accident is being investigated, and the boy and his parents were taken to the police station, but no charges have been filed yet.

Garman market boosts Paphos tourist season

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Garman market boosts Paphos tourist season

The significant increase in traffic anticipated from Germany to Paphos this summer is instilling greater optimism for the tourist season in the province. Germany is expected to play a much larger role in tourist traffic to Paphos compared to the previous five years, offsetting losses from Russia and Israel. Stakeholders believe there is potential to improve air connectivity and increase visitor arrivals from Germany, making it a high-priority market for Paphos. This, combined with high visitation from the UK, suggests that 2024 is poised to be a record-breaking year in visitor arrivals for Paphos.

A performance of Armenian song and dance

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A performance of Armenian song and dance

Fact: The Nicosia Municipal Theatre will host a special performance featuring the Hamazkayin Sipan dance group of Cyprus and the Kousan Choir of Lebanon presenting a rich cultural programme on May 11.

Kathikas village hosts traditional Jesus walk re-enactment

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Kathikas village hosts traditional Jesus walk re-enactment

– Dozens of people gathered in Kathikas village to watch the re-enactment of Jesus’ walk to Calvary.
– The tradition has been ongoing for over 40 years and is attracting locals and tourists to Paphos’ village.
– Kathikas community leader Menelaos Tourvas carried the cross during the re-enactment.
– The tradition began when the late priest of the community visited Jerusalem and saw the tradition there.
– The community leader emphasized that the tradition will continue to be passed down for generations to come.