Lakatamia mayor alleges election interference
Fact: Lakatamia mayor Photoula Hadjipapa alleged “massive and illegal voter movements” were taking place in her municipality ahead of June’s election.
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Cancer awareness takes centre stage across Cypriot cities
The 49th Christodoula’s Walk took place in various cities in Cyprus, gathering citizens of all ages to support the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society. The walk started in Limassol on April 7th and in other cities on April 14th, with different starting points in each city. The event is the largest awareness campaign in Cyprus related to cancer, and during the opening ceremony in Nicosia, the President of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society expressed gratitude for the support of the Cypriot society. The Cyprus Bank has been a loyal ally of the society for 26 years, providing consistent support for their efforts.
Mayor accuses of voter manipulation in Lakatamia
The Mayor of Lakatamia, Photoula Hadjipapa, accuses individuals of attempting to manipulate election results by transporting voter carriers in the municipality. She expresses disappointment in the illegal movements of voters and urges citizens to block the road in a coordinated effort to prevent this manipulation. The Mayor calls on relevant authorities to ensure the smooth running of the elections and vows to prevent undemocratic practices from succeeding.
Nightmare scenarios in the double elections of 9 June
Parties and candidates are facing challenges in the upcoming double electoral showdown on June 9, with fears of confusion among voters leading to an increase in blank and invalid ballots. DISY has ruled out cooperation with AKEL and ELAM, opting for partnerships with DIPA and DIKO instead. DIPA has managed to secure support from DISY in various municipalities, including Strovolos. EDEK has shown support for different candidates in various municipalities. ELAM is running in Local Government elections for the first time, aiming to claim Famagusta and Larnaca municipalities.
Closed for the summer: farewell to easy-living Polis campsite
Fact: The Polis Chrysochous beach campsite, beloved by many for over 40 years, is undergoing a massive makeover after a ten-year legal battle, with plans to preserve existing vegetation, including iconic eucalyptus trees, and upgrade facilities.