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by Paphos Life
Fri Dec 06, 2024 8:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Cash transactions over e10,000 now illegal
Replies: 0
Views: 279

Cash transactions over e10,000 now illegal

<r>Transactions of over &euro;10,000 done in liquid assets, such as cash, are now illegal and punishable by fines or even jail time, under a law passed by parliament on Thursday. Drafted by Disy MP Demetris Demetriou, the legislation provides for a fine of no more than 10 per cent of the amount ...
by Paphos Life
Thu Nov 28, 2024 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: 22 million TV users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted
Replies: 5
Views: 1000

22 million TV users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

In a sweeping operation spanning multiple countries, Italian police dismantled a massive illegal streaming network that served more than 22 million users across Europe. Dubbed ''Operation Takendown'', this unprecedented crackdown marks the biggest blow against audio-visual piracy on the continent to...
by Paphos Life
Wed Nov 27, 2024 5:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Paphos joins world's top 100 green tourism destinations
Replies: 0
Views: 219

Paphos joins world's top 100 green tourism destinations

<r>Paphos has secured a silver medal in the 2024-2026 Top 100 Green Destinations global rankings, a recognition for coastal quality excellence. The city earned its place after a reassessment by international independent tourism sustainability experts, who evaluated the destination&rsquo;s commit...
by Paphos Life
Wed Nov 27, 2024 1:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Court throws out ban on government access to Paphos Polis road
Replies: 1
Views: 334

Court throws out ban on government access to Paphos Polis road

he Paphos Court has dismissed a request by the contractor to disallow government officials access to the Paphos Polis road construction site, it was reported on Wednesday. The court also overturned an appeal by the contractor, Intrakat, which sought to prohibit the liquidation of a €6,791,000 advanc...
by Paphos Life
Tue Nov 26, 2024 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Paphos Announces Date Of Christmas Light Switch On - 4th December!
Replies: 0
Views: 224

Paphos Announces Date Of Christmas Light Switch On - 4th December!

<r>Today Paphos Municipality announced that the Christmas Lights would be switched on at Kennedy Square on Wednesday 4th December. The show, featuring a number of artists, will begin at 5PM. <br/> ...<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://www.paphoslife.com/news/paphos-chrimbo-announcement-2024"><s>[url=http...
by Paphos Life
Mon Nov 11, 2024 1:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Further setback for Paphos-Polis highway
Replies: 3
Views: 755

Further setback for Paphos-Polis highway

The government contract with Intrakat for the study and construction of the first phase of the Paphos-Polis highway has been terminated, the public works department announced on Monday. A notice issued to Intrakat requires the contractor to vacate the construction site within 14 days of receiving th...
by Paphos Life
Wed Nov 06, 2024 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Sklavenitis completes acquisition of Papantoniou Supermarkets
Replies: 2
Views: 858

Sklavenitis completes acquisition of Papantoniou Supermarkets

<r>klavenitis Cyprus has finalised its acquisition of Papantoniou Supermarkets, following approval from the Commission for the Protection of Competition. The deal solidifies Sklavenitis&rsquo; position as a major supermarket chain on the island, marking a new chapter for both companies. With the...
by Paphos Life
Tue Nov 05, 2024 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Reservoir Water Levels Still In Decline From Last Month
Replies: 0
Views: 455

Reservoir Water Levels Still In Decline From Last Month

<r>Despite the torrential downpour over the weekend, the Asprokremmos Reservoir water level has dropped by nearly 3% in the last four weeks, leaving it just over 30% full. <br/> ...<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://www.paphoslife.com/news/reservoir-2411"><s>[url=https://www.paphoslife.com/news/reservoir...
by Paphos Life
Tue Oct 08, 2024 8:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Paphos Municipality Bans Scooters on Roads
Replies: 0
Views: 698

Paphos Municipality Bans Scooters on Roads

<r>It was announce today that Paphos Municipality had voted to ban the use of Scooter-type Personal Mobility Devices on the Public Roads of the Municipality of Paphos. <br/> ...<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://www.paphoslife.com/news/scooter-ban"><s>[url=https://www.paphoslife.com/news/scooter-ban]</s>...
by Paphos Life
Sat Sep 14, 2024 9:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Cost of Kissonerga walkway ballooned from e854,000 to e10. 7 million
Replies: 0
Views: 647

Cost of Kissonerga walkway ballooned from e854,000 to e10. 7 million

<r>seaside walking path in Kissonerga in Paphos cost the state more than ten times its original budget and took almost two decades to complete, an audit office report revealed. The path, which was originally conceptualised in 2004, was only opened in 2020 after being delayed from 2004 to 2019 when w...
by Paphos Life
Sat Sep 14, 2024 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Buildings' amnesty approved, thousands to receive title deeds
Replies: 0
Views: 762

Buildings' amnesty approved, thousands to receive title deeds

<r>Cabinet on Friday approved a planning-permit amnesty plan that is expected to allow thousands of &lsquo;trapped buyers&rsquo; to obtain a title deed, after they were unable to do so due to &ldquo;minor unauthorised constructions&rdquo; on their property. Interior Minister Constant...
by Paphos Life
Wed Jun 26, 2024 6:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Thursday set to be a scorcher as new yellow warning issued
Replies: 1
Views: 537

Thursday set to be a scorcher as new yellow warning issued

<r>The Department of Meteorology issued a yellow warning for high temperatures which will come into effect on Thursday. It said that inland maximum temperatures are expected to rise to 41 degrees Celsius and around 33 degrees in the higher mountains. The warning will be valid between 11 a. m. and 5 ...
by Paphos Life
Mon Apr 29, 2024 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Fewer than 20 voters for elections in seven villages
Replies: 1
Views: 683

Fewer than 20 voters for elections in seven villages

<r>Seven villages with fewer than twenty voters are set to take part in upcoming mayoral and community council member elections, the general registrar announced on Monday. The number of registered voters in most of these communities consists of fewer than ten people, the electoral rolls indicate. Th...
by Paphos Life
Mon Apr 29, 2024 3:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Concerns mount over Paphos road project setbacks
Replies: 24
Views: 5534

Concerns mount over Paphos road project setbacks

<r>The problems and delays in implementing the first phase of the new Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road were discussed with the Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works by the Vice President of DIKO and Paphos MP, Chrysanthos Savvides, a few days after the parliamentary Transport Committee&r...
by Paphos Life
Sun Apr 21, 2024 5:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Windscreen wiper swipers target supermarkets
Replies: 3
Views: 1195

Windscreen wiper swipers target supermarkets

<r>Paphos residents and visitors fear an increase in windscreen wiper thieves, operating in groups across supermarket parking lots in the area. According to posts on social media and previous reports in the Cyprus Mail the problem has been going on for almost six years. It appears from Paphos Chat g...
by Paphos Life
Sun Apr 21, 2024 5:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Obsolete swimming pool laws poised to change
Replies: 5
Views: 1794

Obsolete swimming pool laws poised to change

<r>Will be met with huge relief from smaller development complexes Following years of complaints and concerns regarding the outdated and unworkable regulations on public and some private swimming pools in Cyprus, the obsolete laws are on the brink of change. So tough have the regulations been that m...
by Paphos Life
Thu Apr 11, 2024 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Two injured and three wanted after Paphos punch-up over Social Media Like
Replies: 0
Views: 925

Two injured and three wanted after Paphos punch-up over Social Media Like

<r>Two men have been injured and the police are looking for three more after a fight broke out in the Paphos village of Kissonerga over a like on social media on Wednesday night. <br/> <br/> <br/> ...<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://www.paphoslife.com/news/two-injured-and-three-wanted-after-paphos-punc...
by Paphos Life
Fri Mar 15, 2024 9:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Paphos Carnival Tomorrow at 3:30PM!
Replies: 0
Views: 1252

Paphos Carnival Tomorrow at 3:30PM!

<r>Tomorrow, Saturday the 16th March, the Carnival comes to Paphos. With a Halloween Theme, it will start at 3:30PM at the WW2 Memorial, with activities starting at 2:30PM. <br/> ...<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://www.paphoslife.com/news/paphos-carnival-2024-tomorrow"><s>[url=https://www.paphoslife.co...
by Paphos Life
Fri Mar 15, 2024 8:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Warnings to public on Green Monday
Replies: 0
Views: 1346

Warnings to public on Green Monday

<r>Authorities have issued several advisories aimed at promoting safety and environmental conservation during Green Monday celebrations next week. The department of civil aviation has urged the public to refrain from flying kites &ndash; traditional on Green Monday &ndash; or drones near Lar...
by Paphos Life
Mon Feb 26, 2024 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: New Bus Station Finally Opens!
Replies: 5
Views: 2094

New Bus Station Finally Opens!

<r>Pafos Buses today announced that the new bus stations at Kato Pafos and Tomb of the Kings were now open, and that the temporary Harbour station is closed. <br/> ...<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://www.paphoslife.com/news/new-bus-open"><s>[url=https://www.paphoslife.com/news/new-bus-open]</s>Read the...