On August 18, 1917, a devastating fire broke out in Thessaloniki, burning nearly half of the city. The fire primarily claimed the lives of a few French soldiers and destroyed 9,500 homes across one million square meters. Historians argue over…
Basilis Tagaras, the president of Public Procurement S.A., has recently signed a contract with a consulting firm to develop a standardization guide for the city of Corinth. This initiative aims to enhance ecological and environmental strategies through urban planning and…
The Chania municipality has completed the demolition of a dilapidated building on Alekos Panagoulis Street in the Koumpe area. This effort addresses a long-standing request from local residents and is part of the city’s initiative to reclaim public space. Mayor…
More than 14,000 building permits issued under Greece’s New Building Regulation (NOK) are currently in jeopardy after the Council of State ruled parts of the law unconstitutional. Environment Minister Theodore Skylakakis warned that many citizens may become illegal overnight due…
Thirteen apartment owners from the ‘407’ building in Chios appeared in court for failing to address serious structural issues, despite warnings. Having inherited their apartments from parents who moved in around 1976, many owners struggle to undertake necessary repairs. The…
A memorial event honoring Giannis Boutaris, the former mayor of Thessaloniki who passed away recently at age 82, showcased his political contributions and vision. The event, titled ‘Let the Goats Free: The Politics of Giannis Boutaris,’ highlighted his impact on…
The Mayor of Pavlos Melas, Dimitris Aslanidis, outlined major ongoing projects aimed at transforming western Thessaloniki, expected to be completed by late 2025 to early 2026. Key developments include the Metropolitan Park, new municipal buildings, and additional schools. The first…
The newly established Mykonos Property Owners Association has sent a letter addressing Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and other political leaders, urging the retention of the current land allotment of four stremmata for agricultural plots. This request opposes the proposed increase…
The last accused in the Chalkidiki corruption case regarding building permits has been released on bail of €120,000 after his testimony. The head of the New Propontis Urban Planning Department denied the charges, asserting his actions were not illegal. Additionally,…
The investigation into a corruption scheme involving urban planning offices in Halkidiki continues, with ongoing depositions from those involved. Of the 21 suspects arrested, seven have been released without restrictions, while the remaining 13 received conditional releases. A key defendant,…
Late Saturday, the testimonies continued in a corruption case involving municipal urban planning departments in Sithonia and N. Propontida, Halkidiki. Among the 21 arrested, 20 provided their defenses, with all released under various conditions. Notable guarantees were imposed, including €100,000…
Nine individuals connected to a corruption scandal in two urban planning offices in Chalkidiki, Greece, have appeared before an investigating judge. Of these, three have been released without restrictions, while the remaining detainees are undergoing lengthy testimonies. They face charges…
