
Suspended Paphos Mayor Released on Bail Ahead of Rape Trial
The suspended mayor of Paphos has been released on €100,000 bail after facing court on a rape charge. His trial for the alleged offense is scheduled to begin on May 28.
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The suspended mayor of Paphos has been released on €100,000 bail after facing court on a rape charge. His trial for the alleged offense is scheduled to begin on May 28.

Students from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) secured one gold and three bronze medals at the South Eastern European Mathematical Olympiad for University Students, held in Paphos, Cyprus, in March.
The Paphos-Poli highway construction project in Cyprus has attracted two competitive offers.

An outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease has led to over 100 infected farms in Lesbos, Greece, and spread to Cyprus with its first pig infection. The situation has prompted a quarantine in Lesbos and a visit from politician N. Androulakis to address farmers' concerns.

An earthquake was recorded off the coast of Paphos, Cyprus, on Saturday morning, with its epicenter located approximately 17 kilometers west of Paphos in a sea area.

A burglary victim tracked his stolen AirPods to a rented villa in Protaras, leading to the arrest of two suspects at Paphos airport as they prepared to leave Cyprus. Police apprehended the individuals based on the tracking information.

The cause of death for a man found dead on the coast of Akamas, Cyprus, remains undetermined following an autopsy conducted at Paphos general hospital.

The Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry participated in a three-day meeting in Bastia, Corsica, as part of the Olive Oil Med Net project, aiming to strengthen cooperation and knowledge exchange in the Mediterranean olive oil sector.

Police are investigating a robbery and assault in Paphos, Cyprus, where three young men were attacked and injured late on Tuesday night.

Cyprus police arrested two individuals and reported 93 drivers during organized patrols across the island, aimed at preventing serious crime and boosting public safety. One arrest was made in Paphos for alleged disqualified driving.

The Aphrodite’s Baths area has seen a rise in break-ins and thefts, causing concern among residents and property owners. Paphos police have responded by stepping up patrols in the affected region.

Households in predominantly Greek Orthodox Cyprus are observing strict fasting and preparing for Easter, with traditions enduring in Paphos villages as the important Christian feast approaches.

Shopkeepers in Paphos, Cyprus, expressed pessimism over subdued Easter trading, noting that festive decorations failed to boost footfall in the city's upgraded shopping center.

President Nikos Christodoulides inaugurated new and upgraded facilities at Paphos general hospital, highlighting the government's wider strategy to ensure equal access to healthcare for all citizens in Cyprus.

A 31-year-old man's car was completely destroyed by fire in Paphos early Monday morning, with police launching an investigation into the incident.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that bolstering the country's defense infrastructure is a 'top priority' for the government, ahead of his visit to the Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos.

Storm Erminio has caused significant disruptions across Greece, including landslides, widespread flooding, and a man's death near Athens. Emergency services have received over 1,100 calls, primarily in Attica and Crete, as heavy rain, gale-force winds, and a Saharan dust storm continue to batter the country.

Firefighters successfully rescued a kitten from a blaze that engulfed an abandoned former restaurant building in Kato Paphos, Cyprus, responding to the call in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Four individuals, aged 16, 24, 25, and 30, have been remanded in custody for five days by the Paphos district court following their arrest in connection with a series of burglaries and thefts.

The Paphos regional tourism board is participating in the European Erasmus+ programme I-DEMO, aiming to enhance the district's status as a smart tourism destination.

The Paphos community of Tremithousa has experienced significant population growth, leading to new infrastructure and cultural projects, but also facing ongoing infrastructure challenges.

The trial of a 58-year-old man accused of the murder of Alexandros Antoniou has been postponed by the Paphos criminal court until May, following a request from the prosecution.

The Ayia Marina Chrysochous dam in Paphos overflowed on Saturday morning, marking it as the third of eight dams in the district to reach capacity following recent heavy rainfall, an event deemed environmentally significant for the region.

The Episkopi Environmental Information Centre in Paphos, Cyprus, is set to host a series of workshops including paper crafting, wild foraging, QiGong, and TaiChi classes for both children and adults. These events aim to engage the community in environmental education and recreational activities.

A 39-year-old man from Paphos was hospitalized after being knocked off his motorcycle by a car driven by a 35-year-old woman in the village of Yeroskipou.

The fire brigade rescued 26 hikers on Wednesday after they became trapped by rising water in the Avakas gorge in the Paphos district. The call for help was received at 1.13pm on Wednesday.

Police in Paphos, Cyprus, are investigating a suspected case of vehicle arson after a fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday, engulfing a car belonging to a 35-year-old man.

District offices across Cyprus will remain open on Saturday for voter registrations, as the deadline approaches next Thursday, with offices in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Paralimni all participating.

Police in Paphos, Cyprus, have arrested two men, aged 39 and 28, in connection with the theft of an electric generator reported on Sunday.

Heavy rain has led to water accumulation, slippery road surfaces, and limited visibility along the Limassol-Paphos highway near Paramali, Cyprus, since early Monday morning.

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos has been formally indicted on four criminal charges, including rape and indecent assault, stemming from an alleged incident in 2014, with the first court proceedings registered in Limassol for April 2.

Two individuals were arrested at Paphos airport after being found in possession of large quantities of untaxed tobacco products.

Police officers entered the offices of Reporter Cyprus and seized medical documents purportedly showing that the wife of suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos was treated for injuries in 2017, as the investigation into violence reopens.

A 44-year-old police constable in Cyprus was arrested and suspended following a court warrant, facing investigations into an alleged assault on a mobile speed camera driver on the Paphos–Limassol highway on March 12.

Furloughed Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos could face formal indictment as early as this week, according to reports, although his attorney states they have not yet received any official paperwork.

The United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Europe Stephen Doughty is to visit Cyprus on Wednesday, according to reports. The Cyprus News Agency reported that Doughty will land at Paphos airport on Wednesday afternoon, before visiting the British Akrotiri air force base, and then travelling to Nicosia to meet Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos, House President […]

Instructions have been issued for the criminal prosecution of suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos in connection with an alleged rape case, according to information reported on Monday evening.

Several flights were cancelled on Saturday at both Larnaca and Paphos airports as disruptions to regional air travel continued to affect routes linked mainly to the Middle East.

Awareness and information activities on fire prevention and safety were discussed during a meeting on Friday between the Paphos municipality and members of the fire brigade in Paphos. The meeting focused on coordinating a public event to be held as part of fire safety week 2026, scheduled for April 20 to 26. Acting Paphos mayor […]

The 28-year-old Azerbaijani man and his 27-year-old Estonian partner who were arrested over terrorism allegations in Cyprus have been deported to Estonia, local media reported on Friday. The pair had been in arrested on suspicion of terrorism after allegedly monitoring and photographing Israeli properties in Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos and remained in custody for two […]

A 36-year-old employee of a traffic camera company reported to the police that around 2:40 this morning, while conducting a traffic camera check on the Paphos-Limassol highway near the Koukli exit, he was approached by a vehicle with three people inside. One of the individuals asked to speak with the driver, and when the victim […]

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Acclaimed Cypriot pianist Yiannis Georgiou is about to take over the stages of Cyprus again this March as he is ready to present two solo recitals in Paphos and Nicosia.

The removal of old and abandoned vehicles and improvements to infrastructure in the industrial area of Paphos were among the issues discussed during a meeting on Tuesday between acting mayor Angelos Onisiforou and members of the committee representing the municipality’s industrial zone. The meeting addressed daily operational issues, with participants emphasising the need for better […]

Five flights were cancelled at Paphos airport on Tuesday as the Iran war continues to disrupt air routes across the Middle East.

A trilateral meeting between Mitsotakis, Christodoulides, and Macron in Paphos sent a clear geopolitical message: Cyprus is an integral part of the Western security system, amidst rising tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.

A 31-year-old man was arrested in Paphos in connection with the theft of a motorcycle and the beating of its owner. The 27-year-old owner reported his motorcycle stolen and later identified the suspect.

Cyprus “was, is, and will always be a safe destination” for tourism, Tourism Deputy Minister Costas Koumis said on Sunday. He was speaking on the sidelines of the day’s Cyprus Marathon, which was held in Paphos, and said that the marathon in and of itself “is a very important message, that tourism activity in our […]

The issue of ousted Paphos bishop Tychikos exists no more and, once the Church of Cyprus charter has been revised, a new bishop will be elected, archbishopric spokesman Christakis Efstathiou said on Friday. Tychikos had been indefinitely suspended by the Holy Synod following his decision to appeal to the civil courts over his removal from […]

Civil Defence authorities in Paphos, Cyprus, confirmed that 81 out of 210 available shelters in the district are designated for public use in case of an emergency.

Nature is the most brilliant wonder. In times of uncertainty, especially like the ones we are currently living in, spending time outdoors can be healing and soothing.

Paphos municipal councillor, Alexander Jiang offered his services to the government on Wednesday in facilitating the repatriation of nine Cypriot students remain stranded in Thailand, after…

Police in Paphos are investigating a new case of online investment fraud after a 66-year-old man reported losing nearly €90,000 in a cryptocurrency scheme. According to the Cyprus Police, the complaint was filed on Tuesday with the Criminal Investigation Department in Paphos. The 66-year-old told authorities that unknown individuals contacted him through various online communication […]

Paphos is stepping up efforts to deepen its footprint in the German market, as the Paphos Regional Tourism Board (Etap) takes part in ITB Berlin, held from March 3 to 5. According to an announcement, the presence at the Berlin exhibition comes as regular and charter flight schedules from Germany to Paphos expand for the […]

Watch video of the two frigates departing from the Salamis Naval Base – Two pairs of F-16s are already in Paphos following the activation of the joint Greece–Cyprus defense doctrine The post Patriot…

For a second consecutive day following the escalation of military operations in the Middle East, British airline EasyJet has cancelled its arrival at Paphos International Airport.

The Greek frigates 'Kimon' and 'Psara' have sailed from Salamis Naval Base for Cyprus, with F-16 pairs stationed in Paphos reported to be operationally ready.

Reports of smoke rising near the British Sovereign Base at Dhekelia emerged on Monday afternoon, following a series of regional drone alerts and localized evacuations. GEOINT analysts from the Faytuks Network reported observing smoke approximately 1 kilometre east of the Dhekelia base perimeter. The sighting occurred shortly after security warnings were issued regarding potential drone […]

Paphos International Airport in southwestern Cyprus was evacuated after its radar detected a suspicious object, leading to concerns amid heightened regional tensions.

A total of 48 flights between Cyprus and the Middle East were cancelled on Sunday, Hermes airports told the Cyprus News Agency.

Flights to and from Cyprus’s two international airports are being cancelled after the United States and Israel launched military operations against Iran. Airport operator Hermes Airports said 250 passengers have been affected so far. All flights between Larnaca and Israel have been cancelled. At Paphos, Air Haifa services and Ryanair flights to Amman have also […]

Paphos police are investigating allegations that multiple dogs were illegally killed at a private shelter, with a formal complaint triggering a criminal probe. The complaint, made public by municipal councillor Kyriakos Savvas on Friday, alleges that dogs were put down on five separate dates between January 27 and February 16, including claims that 40 animals […]

Police in Cyprus are investigating a formal complaint from a Paphos municipal councillor alleging that dozens of dogs were illegally killed at a private shelter in the district.

Two western Cyprus municipalities are joining forces to develop an AI-powered digital tourism ecosystem for the region, with backing from the government’s digital policy arm. Polis Chrysochous and Akamas municipalities are studying the wider area as a single tourism unit under the brand “The West Land of Cyprus,” with the aim of creating a model […]

A 41-year-old man from Paphos, Cyprus, has been arrested in connection with the theft of a car in October 2024, which was recovered two days after being stolen.

Police have completed their investigation into a rape complaint against suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos and are preparing to forward the case file to the Law Office for review and directions.

A man was injured when his tractor overturned in the Tremithousa community of Paphos, Cyprus, prompting a rescue operation by the Fire Service.

The Paphos regional board of tourism is actively promoting the district as a domestic holiday destination, following its participation in the "Taxidi" travel fair 2026 held in Nicosia.

Residents in a central area of Kato Paphos, Cyprus, are experiencing daily break-ins and thefts, which they attribute to individuals illegally occupying a nearby abandoned hotel.

New bids for the Paphos–Polis road project in Cyprus have come in above initial cost estimates. The transport ministry and public works department stated that the evaluation process will be carried out with full diligence.

Former Disy leader Averof Neophytou expressed concern over the escalating construction costs for the new road intended to link Paphos with Polis Chrysochous in Cyprus. The latest tender for the project has drawn bids reflecting these rising expenses.

The Transport Ministry confirmed that two bids were submitted for the design and construction of the Paphos–Polis Chrysochous highway section, with Cyfield submitting the lower offer at €124.85 million.

Paphos city and district in Cyprus have identified 226 dilapidated buildings, with occupied apartment blocks being a primary concern. Authorities are preparing for a pan-Cyprus meeting next Tuesday to address the issue.

Two individuals were remanded in police custody in connection with a series of recent arson and attempted arson incidents in Paphos, Cyprus.

As part of its Concert Series, the municipality of Paphos is presenting a Classical Masterpieces concert featuring distinguished 18-year-old Cypriot pianist Anna A, bringing artful evenings to the city.

Authorities in Cyprus are facing criticism after a dead dolphin that washed ashore near Paphos airport on April 5 remained on the beach for ten days, deteriorating visibly.

A driver was rescued early Sunday morning after his car veered off the road and plunged into a five-metre-deep ravine near the Konia roundabout in Paphos, Cyprus.

The AfuriKo duo, featuring percussionist Akiko Horii and pianist Jim Funnell, is set to perform an African-infused jazz concert at Technopolis 20 in Paphos on April 19.

A 19-year-old Cypriot man is undertaking a 100-kilometer solo run from Kourion to Paphos and back to raise awareness for mental health and support the Cyprus Samaritans.

Police in Paphos, Cyprus, found a 13-year-old boy holding a knife at the scene of a fire. The incident occurred during island-wide operations aimed at curbing the use of firecrackers.

A list of pharmacies operating overnight across various districts in Cyprus, including Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Famagusta, has been released for Monday, April 6.

Authorities in Cyprus are concerned after a second dead dolphin was found washed ashore on the Paphos coastline within 15 days, prompting an investigation into the cause of these repeated incidents.

A café in Paphos, Cyprus, suffered material damage after a fire broke out in the early hours of Saturday morning, affecting its façade and a glass display case.

Recent rainfall and increased inflows into dams have improved the water supply outlook for Paphos, Cyprus, providing authorities with valuable time to implement long-term measures.

INEX has launched Lime Park in Geroskipou, Paphos, a new multi-purpose venue designed for sports, leisure, and community gatherings, featuring padel courts, cycling facilities, and a café.

The Deputy Ministry of Shipping in Cyprus hosted an educational day, bringing 95 students from Limassol and Paphos closer to the shipping industry to explore potential career paths.

The criminal prosecution against suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos has been suspended in a last-minute development, just before his case was due to be referred for trial.

The tourism sector in Paphos, Cyprus, is reportedly nearing full operational readiness for the upcoming season, with most hotel accommodations and key infrastructure functioning normally.

A 20-year-old man was arrested in Paphos early Sunday morning following a dangerous high-speed pursuit that concluded with a crash, police reported.

Cyprus's dams have recorded their highest water inflows since 2019 this March, with total water reaching 68.88 million cubic metres, and a third dam in Paphos is expected to overflow soon.

Reservoirs in the Paphos district of Cyprus are nearing full capacity, with a third expected to overflow today, significantly improving the region's water balance and raising hopes for a better summer water supply for local producers and citizens.

In a historic first, Cyprus will become a global chess hub by hosting one of the most important and demanding world championship tournaments at the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos.

A 52-year-old driver's car caught fire in Emba, Paphos, in the early hours of Thursday, causing damage to the front of the vehicle before the fire brigade extinguished it.

Police in Cyprus have advised drivers to exercise caution due to heavy rainfall in parts of Limassol and Paphos affecting traffic, while snow has made mountain roads hazardous.

Credit rating agency Capital Intelligence Ratings on Monday affirmed Cyprus’ long-term foreign currency rating at BBB+ with a stable outlook, while also confirming the short-term rating at A2.

Paphos, Cyprus, is set to receive over €230 million in investment for 75 development and infrastructure projects in 2026 and 2027, as confirmed by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades.

Heavy rainfall is affecting traffic on the Limassol–Paphos motorway and surrounding roads in Cyprus, with police urging caution due to reduced visibility in the Paramali area.

Livestock farmers in the Paphos district of Cyprus are protesting new measures implemented by the agriculture ministry, which restrict access to protect animals from foot-and-mouth disease.

Cyprus has a full cultural calendar on Thursday, with screenings, concerts, lectures, theatre performances, auctions and exhibitions running across Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos.

A police constable in Cyprus has been detained and remanded for two days in connection with an alleged assault on a mobile speed camera driver on the Paphos to Limassol highway, as investigations continue.

The island’s art scene welcomes two new art exhibitions this week, this time in Larnaca and Paphos. On Friday, March 20, the Larnaca Municipal Art Gallery presents the retrospective exhibition by Andreas Paraskevas titled Testimonies of an Unseen Time. Curated by Suzana Anastasi, the exhibition brings together works spanning more than three decades of artistic […]

The Law Office has instructed police to register a rape case against suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos, with a charge sheet carrying four counts expected to be filed shortly. This development is considered extraordinarily serious due to the accused's position and the nature of the offense.

Cyprus is to establish an independent coast guard, consolidating the country’s fragmented maritime surveillance capabilities under a single service headquartered at the Andreas Papandreou Base in Paphos, after Cabinet approved the proposal yesterday. Justice and Public Order Minister Costas Fytiris presented the proposal, which sets out the operational model for the new service and the […]

The Movement of Ecologists – Citizens’ Cooperation has reported three separate incidents of cat shootings in Larnaca and Paphos, Cyprus, calling for thorough investigations and raising concerns about public safety due to uncontrolled firearm use.

A 26-year-old man was sentenced to prison in Cyprus after being found guilty of a fatal hit-and-run accident in November 2023 that resulted in the death of 33-year-old Goga Partsvania from Georgia. The Paphos district court imposed concurrent sentences of 12 months.

The police headquarters in Cyprus returned the case file concerning suspended Paphos Mayor Phedonas Phedonos to the legal service after completing investigative work related to an alleged rape complaint.

Minthis Golf Club in the Paphos region of Cyprus has been awarded GEO Certified® status for the third year in a row, demonstrating its commitment to environmental responsibility alongside exceptional golf and setting a standard for sustainable golf in Cyprus.

Two Greek F-16 fighter jets took off from the Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos, Cyprus, as part of ongoing personnel training exercises.

President Nikos Christodoulides could not hide his pride playing host to French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the Paphos air base on Monday.

A 41-year-old man has been sentenced to two years in prison by the Paphos district court for causing a fatal traffic accident in December 2025 that resulted in the death of a 23-year-old Bulgarian motorcyclist.

The water development department (WDD) reported on Tuesday that desalinated water now covers roughly 80 per cent of Cyprus’ total water needs, with daily production from all units reaching around 245,000 cubic metres. Five permanent desalination plants operate in Dhekelia, Larnaca, Vasiliko, Episkopi and Paphos, alongside two mobile units in Kissonerga and Moni. Two additional […]

Paphos tourism officials are hopeful that any losses caused by regional instability will be recovered in the coming months, with rebookings already under way, according to Michalis Mitas, president…

Strict security measures are in place at the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos ahead of the expected arrival of President Nikos Christodoulides, French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime…

A 27-year-old man reported to police that his motorbike was stolen while parked outside the apartment building where he lives in Paphos. Police said the complaint was filed around midday on Sunday after the vehicle was taken from outside the building. At around 6 pm the same day, the complainant spotted the motorbike on Evagora […]

One lane has been closed after a road traffic collision in the tunnel on the motorway which connects Paphos and Limassol, the police said on Sunday morning, More to follow…

The case file concerning suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos has been sent back to the police by the attorney-general's office for further investigation into alleged rape claims.

Operations at Paphos International Airport returned to full capacity on Friday morning, following the drone-related security alerts earlier this week.

Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Wednesday afternoon denied that there had ever been a “suspicious object” in the skies above Lebanon, after two Greek F-16 fighter jets which were stationed in Paphos were scrambled earlier in the day. He said that “all the required protocols were immediately activated” and that “two aircraft operated for a […]

Nine 23-year-old students from Paphos, Cyprus, are stranded in Thailand after airspace closures across parts of the Middle East disrupted their return journey following university exams.

Paphos will get to indulge in arts and crafts this weekend as the Spring Makers Market is on at the Metochi of Polemi (Polemi Cultural Centre). The Centre, The Willow Kitchen & Bar and The Makers Space organise a one-day market this Sunday, running from 10am to 4pm. Inspired by the success of its inaugural […]

Paphos Airport is operating normally, according to Hermes Airports, the company that manages the facility, as reported by CNA.

Paphos has sharply increased security measures across its vital infrastructure following yesterday’s surge of fear that forced a temporary evacuation of the airport and neighbouring communities.

Greek frigates 'Kimon' and 'Psara' have sailed for Cyprus, and four F-16s are based in Paphos, as Athens and Nicosia are on increased readiness following attacks involving Iranian-origin drones.

There are moments in a city’s evolution when a development does more than introduce new residences, it reshapes the way people experience urban living. Pafilia Plaza is one such moment for Paphos. Positioned in the vibrant centre of Kato Paphos, just steps from the Mediterranean Sea, Pafilia Plaza introduces a new standard for property in […]

The US Embassy in Cyprus issued a warning to Americans regarding a potential drone threat in the Paphos area, leading to the evacuation of the local airport.

The Ministry of Interior has ordered the mandatory evacuation of the Akrotiri area on Monday afternoon after a security crisis at the neighbouring British Sovereign Base Area (SBA). Following a direct instruction from the Interior Minister to the Mayor of Kouris at 12.33 pm, residents were told to abandon their homes immediately, with many having […]

Paphos police on Sunday announced they had found a 36kg cannabis stash after carrying out an operation in collaboration with the drugs squad Ykan. The drugs were found in a dried up river bed on the Akamas coast after police followed a tip off on February 25. The drugs were found in a sealed plastic […]

A buggy driver sustained serious injuries after their vehicle veered off the road and plunged approximately 40 meters down a ravine in the Paphos district of Cyprus.

Police have launched an extensive land and air search operation in Paphos, Cyprus, for a missing 41-year-old mother of three whose car was found abandoned near the coast.

The case file regarding allegations of rape against suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos was on Thursday handed over to the legal service.

A 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Cyprus shortly after midnight, with its epicenter located southwest of Limassol and south of Paphos.

The Turkish Cypriot property management service is investigating a total of 110 contracts signed by the Paphos municipality for the use of abandoned Turkish Cypriot property in the town, according to reports on Wednesday. According to the Cyprus News Agency, the interior ministry has also received files related to contracts signed by the Paphos municipality […]

The water situation in Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus, is critical but manageable, as stated by Paphos district governor Charalambos Pittokopitis. Officials met to discuss water supply and irrigation strategies for the area.

The 5th edition of Femme Fest Cyprus is expanding its reach, taking place simultaneously in five different cities—Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Ayia Napa—on Sunday, April 26.

Residents on Tombs of the Kings Avenue in Paphos have reported a surge in burglaries and thefts, with incidents occurring almost daily over the past eight days, according to police.

Dam levels in Paphos, Cyprus, have seen a marked improvement, with many now over half-full and Asprokremmos, the second-largest dam, nearing 40% capacity, thanks to recent heavy rainfall.

A 22-year-old man was arrested in Paphos, Cyprus, after police found offensive weapons and explosive materials in his car.

Yannik Schmidt-Grimm, founder of dreamfactory Hospitality and Foyera, has been recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe Class of 2026 list. He is one of 300 young entrepreneurs selected for the honor.

The Paphos Regional Board of Tourism is participating in the Travel 2026 exhibition in Nicosia this weekend, aiming to attract domestic visitors to the Paphos district.

The tender for the Agia Marinoudа–Stroumbi section of the Paphos–Polis Chrysochous motorway, valued at €100 million, has closed today after facing a legal challenge, a court-ordered suspension, and multiple deadline extensions since August 2025.

The Minthis Music Festival in Paphos, Cyprus, is set to return in 2026, promising to be even more vibrant and ambitious and reaffirming its place as a distinctive cultural experience.

Uzbek grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov won the Candidates Tournament in Paphos, earning the right to challenge India's Gukesh Dommaraju for the World Championship title.

A robotics team from Lumio Private School in Paphos has made history by winning Cyprus's national robotics championship, becoming the first from the region to do so. The victory secures their spot to represent the country at the FIRST Championship in Houston, Texas.

A 23-year-old woman is receiving intensive care after her car overturned on the Limassol-Paphos motorway near Konia, Paphos, early Sunday morning.

Akel's Paphos branch has condemned acts of vandalism targeting election material in Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus, reporting that unknown individuals defaced candidates' posters with swastikas and other hate symbols.

The Paphos municipality in Cyprus has implemented a new remote-controlled lifejacket system to enhance rescue operations for bathers at Ta Bania beach.

All four firefighting helicopters designated for Cyprus's summer fire season have arrived in Paphos, earlier than in previous years, to bolster defenses against wildfires.

Aristo Developers has announced the addition of six new residential projects in Limassol, Venus Rock Golf Resort, and Chloraka in Paphos, expanding its portfolio of luxury residences in Cyprus.

Torrential rain has led to water accumulation and limited visibility on the Nicosia-Limassol highway in the Kornos and Kofinou areas of Cyprus, prompting authorities to urge drivers to exercise caution.

The center of Tala village in Paphos, Cyprus, was filled with the scent of Easter as local women baked traditional flaounes pastries and dyed Easter eggs for schoolchildren on the last day before the holidays.

A damning Ministry of Interior report has revealed that Paphos Municipality illegally demolished Turkish Cypriot properties and then sought to acquire them, among other findings related to conflict of interest.

A 46-year-old man was arrested in Paphos, Cyprus, in connection with the attempted destruction of property with explosives, following an explosion outside a company's offices.

A guide to various activities and events happening across Cyprus on Wednesday, April 1, including French classical music in Paphos and award-winning theatre in Nicosia.

Antonella Mantovani has been appointed as the new Honorary Consul of Italy in Limassol, Cyprus, with jurisdiction over the districts of Limassol and Paphos, following the receipt of her exequatur from the President of the Republic of Cyprus.

A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Paphos permanent criminal court in Cyprus after being convicted of importing and possessing over 16kg of cannabis.

Cyprus is making history by hosting the most significant and demanding tournament in the World Chess Championship cycle for the first time, taking place at the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in the Peyia area of Paphos.

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has announced a scheduled power supply interruption for next Tuesday, affecting specific areas of Limassol and Paphos from 8 AM to 2 PM, due to maintenance work on the grid.

A cat was found severely injured with a gun pellet in its nose in Achelia, Paphos, prompting the Movement of Ecologists-Citizens’ Cooperation to call for an immediate investigation and the establishment of an independent animal police force.

Paphos is pursuing a modern, multidisciplinary, digital, and sustainable tourism model with the goal of extending its tourist activity to 11 or 12 months a year and easing seasonality by 2030.

The European Commission has unveiled an enhanced strategy to tackle forest fires, including strengthening its firefighting fleet and establishing a competence center in Cyprus, which is now set to be inaugurated in Paphos on April 23-24.

A dead seal was found on the coast of Neo Chorio in Paphos, Cyprus, prompting an immediate response from the fisheries department to secure and recover the animal.

Darja Kapš provides commentary ahead of the highly anticipated Candidates Chess Tournament in Paphos, where participants will compete to determine the challenger for the world champion title.

The five-star Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos is inviting guests to experience a radiant Easter celebration from April 1-14th, blending Cypriot tradition with authentic hospitality and elegance.

Cyprus has welcomed significant inflows into reservoirs due to recent heavy rainfall, but authorities urge continued water caution. The heavy rain also put the Fire Service on high alert, triggering 25 incidents island-wide, including fires, and caused landslides that closed a forest road.

A third police investigation has been opened into alleged domestic violence by suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos, following officers seizing medical records from a news website that published documents appearing to show his wife received treatment.

Insufficient evidence has been gathered to prosecute suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos in the case regarding the alleged domestic abuse of his wife, police representative Marina Christodoulidou said on Wednesday, before local media outlets published documents they claim constitute hard evidence of the alleged crimes. “After the completion of the investigation, the file was placed […]

A senior Paphos municipality official who reported suspended mayor Phedon Phedonos to police has been reinstated for the second time after the Administrative Court ruled her dismissal unlawful — and…

A 44-year-old special police constable has been arrested and suspended from duty by Police Chief Themistos Arnaoutis following an attack on a mobile speed camera driver on the Paphos–Limassol motorway.

The Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evep) recently took part in the second meeting of the European programme EnoGastroDest-Interreg Europe, which was held in Pecs, Hungary.

The charge sheet against suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos is expected to be drawn up today and filed in court by tomorrow at the latest, a competent source told philenews.

Police are urging drivers to take extra care on Cyprus roads because of the weather conditions affecting parts of the road network. On the Limassol-Paphos highway, near the tunnel, soil and rocks have fallen onto the road surface in both directions. Dense fog is also affecting the Nicosia-Limassol highway from the Kofinou area to Limassol, […]

An investigation being carried out into the use of Turkish Cypriot property by the Paphos municipality is expected to be complete within the next two weeks, according to reports on Friday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that the Turkish Cypriot property management service will submit its findings to Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou by March 25, […]

How many people fly in and out of Cyprus each year? Take a guess. A million? 10 million? The actual figure is staggering: close on 13 million passengers pass through Larnaca and Paphos airports every 12 months! Now, how many do you think arrive by sea? Because Cyprus, after all, has an astonishing maritime history; […]

Two Greek F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets, stationed at the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos, took off just before 1 p.m. yesterday.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will both travel to Cyprus on Monday. The Elysee palace announced that both will visit Paphos, and that “the aim will be to strengthen security around Cyprus and in the eastern Mediterranean with our European partners, with a view to contributing to de-escalation in the […]

The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.

Paphos is promoting itself in Poland this week as it looks to draw more visitors from one of Cyprus’ fastest-rising tourism markets and deepen its appeal as a year-round destination. Specifically, the Paphos regional tourism board (Etap) is taking part in a series of professional workshops and presentations in Katowice and Warsaw from March 10 […]

A post by French President Emmanuel Macron following his visit to the “Andreas Papandreou” airbase in Paphos caused confusion yesterday afternoon.

Cyprus welcomes several new exhibitions this week, taking place in Nicosia, Paphos and Limassol.

INEX, a full-scale real estate developer, announces the completion and official launch of Majestic, a premium business centre designed to meet the demands of the Cypriot corporate landscape.
Emmanuel Macron rencontrera à Paphos le président chypriote Nikos Christodoulides ainsi que le premier ministre grec Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

A road collision involving only material damage occurred a short while ago on the Paphos – Limassol highway. The accident took place inside the tunnel, resulting in the closure of the right lane to traffic. Drivers are urged to be extremely careful and to comply with the instructions of traffic police officers on duty at […]

A district meeting on shelters and civil protection was held on Friday in Paphos, where authorities identified gaps in preparedness that they pledged to address immediately. President of the Paphos district self-government organisation (EOA) Charalambos Pittokopitis chaired a meeting with representatives from the police, fire brigade, civil defence, water development department, electricity authority, Cyta, district […]

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Phos is one of the latest additions to the Paphos dining scene. Located above the beautiful Ayios Georgios harbour, the area has seen major redevelopment over recent years, with the demolition of the…

Paphos airport experienced its highest number of flight cancellations since the war began last Saturday, with nine arrivals cancelled on Wednesday, including flights from Israel and British airlines.

The Department of Public Works announced roadworks on highways in the Paphos and Larnaca districts on Wednesday. Maintenance on electronic signs will also be carried out on the Limassol-Paphos highway from 9 am to 5 pm.

A C-130 transport aircraft of the Hellenic Air Force has landed in Paphos on Monday night, making it the fifth Greek airliner to have arrived on the island since the beginning of the week, the Cyprus…

A Greek Air Force C-130 transport aircraft has landed at the 'Andreas Papandreou' airbase in Paphos, Cyprus, to provide technical support for four F-16 fighter jets, delivering specialized personnel and equipment.

French Rafale fighter jets could deploy to Cyprus, the deputy government spokesman said on Monday, as the island scrambled to reinforce its defences following a day that saw an Iranian drone strike RAF Akrotiri, a second wave of drones intercepted, Paphos airport evacuated and an IRGC general threaten to bombard the island with missiles. Yiannis […]

A British sovereign military base in Cyprus and the country's second-largest airport in Paphos were evacuated after two drones flying towards Akrotiri were neutralized.

Communities neighbouring Paphos International Airport have been placed on high alert for potential evacuations following reports of an incoming aerial threat on Monday afternoon. The community councils of Timi and Mandria are reportedly studying evacuation plans for their residents as a precautionary measure. The move comes after security authorities received information regarding a possible strike […]

A 58-year-old woman was injured in a traffic accident on Monday shortly after 7am on the highway near Yeroskipou, while travelling towards Paphos, police said. According to police, the vehicle she was driving skidded and overturned. The circumstances of the accident are under investigation. An ambulance and fire brigade were dispatched to the scene to […]

A buggy driver has died after his vehicle veered off a road in the Paphos district and plunged into a ravine around 40 metres deep, police said. The incident occurred on the Kathikas–Peyia road, where the vehicle left the road at a double bend under circumstances that are still being investigated, according to police. Fire […]

Major infrastructure projects in the Paphos district are progressing smoothly and without setbacks, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said on Friday during a meeting at the Paphos Chamber of…

Police in Cyprus are searching for a 41-year-old mother of three who disappeared from her Paphos home, with her car found abandoned near the airport and a helicopter deployed in the search.

Police have handed the investigation file on suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos to the Law Office, which will now decide whether to prosecute him over an alleged rape, a source told philenews.

A minor earthquake, measuring 3.3 on the Richter scale, struck near Paphos, Cyprus, late Wednesday night, with its epicenter located a kilometer north of the Paphos district.

Alexandros Jiang, a Cypriot councillor, has donated 14 cleaning handcarts, valued at €1,800 each and ordered from China, to the Paphos municipality to aid in city cleanliness.

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos is under intense scrutiny as the Law Office prepares to decide on criminal charges related to four serious allegations, including illegal hirings, missing millions, and issues concerning Turkish Cypriot land, while the Auditor General conducts a separate audit.