municipality

Two morning rush-hour crashes in Limassol; ten cars involved

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Two morning rush-hour crashes in Limassol; ten cars involved

Two separate traffic collisions occurred around 8 a.m. on Thursday on the Limassol motorway and the Limassol bypass, with Police advising drivers to exercise caution in the area. The first collision, involving five vehicles, took place on the bypass between the Agia Phyla and Mesa Geitonia roundabouts, in the direction of Nicosia, with no reported injuries. The second collision, also involving five vehicles, occurred on the Limassol motorway heading towards Paphos, near the Agios Athanasios Municipality. Two individuals will be taken to the hospital for medical examinations as a precaution. Police officers are at the scenes, conducting investigations and regulating traffic flow.

Femme Fest returns for third year

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Femme Fest returns for third year

The 3rd Festival for the Promotion of Gender Equality, Femme Fest Cyprus, will take place on 18 and 19 May at the Nicosia Municipal Garden. The festival aims to raise awareness on gender equality, promote discussion of gender issues, and give a platform to women from different sectors to share their stories. The event will include discussions on various topics such as women’s reproductive rights, gender-based violence, and workshops on gender stereotypes. Over 50 organizations will participate, and there will be cultural performances, workshops for children, and food and drinks available. Admission and participation in all activities are free of charge.

Energy and agriculture startups to relocate to Paphos

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Energy and agriculture startups to relocate to Paphos

Three startups in the fields of energy and agricultural technology are set to relocate to Paphos. The startups were selected by the American University of Beirut (AUB) and the Zein AUB Innovation Park. Paphos is seen as an ideal environment for the development of innovative products, with the municipality actively supporting the creation of a dynamic ecosystem for start-up companies.

Larnaca waste collection spot to operate through the summer

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Larnaca waste collection spot to operate through the summer

– Larnaca’s temporary “Green Point” will operate through the end of September.
– Materials collected from the depot free of charge include green garden waste, timber, furniture, metals, paper and cardboard boxes, PMD, glass packaging, clothing, electrical and electronic devices, frying oils, household batteries up to 2kg, lamps, and fluorescents.
– Those wishing to transport materials from their residence to the Green Point by a municipality crew can prepay for the service at the Cleaning or Gardens and Parks Departments.
– The temporary waste collection spot is located on Vassilis Michaelides Street in front of the Technical School of Ayios Lazaros and operates from Tuesday to Sunday, from 6am to 7.30pm.

Fury over old woman lying on pavement at Paphos bus stop

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Fury over old woman lying on pavement at Paphos bus stop

Fact: The image of an elderly woman lying on the pavement at a Paphos bus stop in the absence of any shelter was described as “tragic and unacceptable” by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades.

Paphos Municipality issues rebuttal after viral picture of woman lying at unsheltered bus stop

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Paphos Municipality issues rebuttal after viral picture of woman lying at unsheltered bus stop

The Paphos Municipality addressed criticism on social media about the lack of bus stop shelters, clarifying that the responsibility for installing new shelters lies with the Ministry of Transport. The controversy stemmed from a photo of two women at an unsheltered bus stop, with the Municipality stating that the women have chosen to live without basic amenities.

Offer stray dogs a second chance

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Offer stray dogs a second chance

An event this Saturday offers the opportunity to support a Nicosia animal shelter through donations or the adoption of a shelter dog. Strovolos municipality will donate €500 worth of pet food to 2nd Chance Dogs during the event.

Larnaca pleads for information about long-awaited marina project

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Larnaca pleads for information about long-awaited marina project

Larnaca municipality is calling on the transport minister to clarify the status of the local marina and port development project, which is in dispute with the concession holder, Kition Ocean Holdings.

Western Canada blazes cause evacuations, air quality concerns

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Western Canada blazes cause evacuations, air quality concerns

First major wildfires of the season have spread to roughly 10,000 hectares across Western Canada. Evacuation orders issued for communities in British Columbia due to poor air quality. Residents in Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nations evacuated as blaze nearly doubled in size. Fire in Fort McMurray, an oil hub, was tamed by favorable weather. Alberta recorded 43 active fires, including one near Fort McMurray. Fire started by fallen tree on power line. Evacuation alerts in place for several communities as precaution. Smoke in Fort McMurray from fires in British Columbia. Environment Canada issued special air quality statement for several provinces. Canada warned of “catastrophic” wildfire season ahead due to warm winter and ongoing drought.

Tales from the Coffeeshop: Cost-cutting: increasing the taxpayer, ’s costs

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Tales from the Coffeeshop: Cost-cutting: increasing the taxpayer, ’s costs

Fact: Tornaritis is not very popular among Disy supporters because of his two-faced role in the last presidential elections.