Mayoral Press Release – A lifeguard tower was installed today at Panteli Beach by the Technical Services Department of our municipality, ensuring a safe swimming environment for visitors and their families this summer! (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: A dynamic start for the new Director of Leros General Hospital, Mr Stamatis Kardasis
After years of governmental back-and-forth, delays, and accumulated problems at the island’s hospital, Leros General Hospital has welcomed a new director. (περισσότερα…)
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A big thank you from Leros Way!
We want to send a huge thank you to all the volunteers who helped clean up Lakki – from the rocks to the shoreline and the surrounding area. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Vehicle technical inspection (KTEO) starts with AUTOVISION mobile units
Press Release – The vehicle technical inspection (KTEO) process is now easier and more accessible than ever, with AUTOVISION’s mobile units reaching even the most remote areas of Greece. (περισσότερα…)
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6.1 Magnitude earthquake hits offshore North of Crete
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake, according to the automatic solution of the Geodynamic Institute, struck at 06:19 this morning, Thursday, in the marine area north of Crete. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros Port Authority: Notice of live-fire exercises
According to an announcement by the Leros Port Authority, live-fire exercises involving straight-trajectory weapons will take place on 22 May 2025 at the designated firing range in the area of N. Strongyli – Trypiti on the island of Leros. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Fire breaks out at popular restaurant in Lakki
The island of Leros faced an unexpected ordeal last night (21 May 2025), when around 12:20 am a fire broke out in the kitchen of the well-known and beloved El Greco restaurant in Lakki. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Musical workshop “Artemis” hosts event in support of the “Isidoreio” Nursing Home
A highly successful charitable event took place on Sunday, 18 May 2025, at the Leros Municipal Cinema, organised by the Music Workshops of the Cultural Association “Artemis” in collaboration with the “Iones” and “AIAL” associations. The purpose of the event was to support the “Isidoreio” Nursing Home. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Intense political clash at the Mayor’s Accountability Session
A tense atmosphere marked the recent accountability session of the Mayor of Leros, Mr Timotheos Kottakis, held in the presence of municipal councillors and members of the public. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: 21-Year-Old Turkish smuggler sentenced to 79 Years – Landed migrants at quarry beach
A 21-year-old Turkish national was sentenced by the Court for Felonies of the Dodecanese to a total of 79 years in prison, an additional 3 months’ detention, and a fine of €520,500. The sentence was handed down for his involvement in the illegal transport and disembarkation of 16 migrants on a remote beach in Leros, despite being pursued by the Coast Guard. (περισσότερα…)
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Mayor of Leros: “It would be an honor” to welcome citizens at the upcoming accountability session on Sunday, May 18
“It would be an honor” for us – The Mayor of Leros, Mr. Timotheos Kottakis, has invited citizens to attend the municipal authority’s public accountability session for the second two-month period of 2025, which will take place on Sunday, May 18, at 6:00 p.m., in the event hall of the Alinda Primary School. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Mayor Kottakis to answer seven questions from municipal councillors in upcoming accountability session
Mayor of Leros, Mr Timotheos Kottakis, will respond to seven (7) key questions raised by municipal councillors in a special accountability session of the Municipal Council, scheduled to take place in person at the event hall of Alinda Primary School on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 6:00 pm. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Senior High School pupils brief Mayor on environmental protection initiatives
“The future of our island is bright with such young people,” says Mayor Kottakis – On Wednesday morning (May 15), the Mayor of Leros, Mr. Timotheos Kottakis, welcomed a special group of visitors to his office, students of the High School (General Lyceum) of Leros. The students briefed the Mayor on their environmental initiatives aimed at protecting the island’s natural surroundings. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: 18-Year-old patient transferred to Kos by Coast Guard
Leros: Patient transferred by Coast Guard – Under the coordination of the Operations Center of the Hellenic Coast Guard, patient transfers requiring immediate hospital care were carried out as follows: (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Mayor meets Deputy Regional Governor for primary sector – Coordinated meeting on Leros Hospital
Discussions on funding opportunities in the primary sector – Joint efforts to address challenges at Leros General Hospital (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: A model to follow – Dodecanese Chamber of Commerce advisor Fotis Giannakos
Fotis Giannakos, advisor to the Dodecanese Chamber of Commerce and owner of Gourna Taverna in Leros, stands as a shining example of an active citizen and socially conscious entrepreneur. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros Celebrates the feast of Saint Isidore at the beautiful seaside chapel
Feast of Saint Isidore in Leros – The memory of Saint Isidore was celebrated with solemnity at the beautiful chapel bearing his name in Leros. This unique chapel, of rare beauty, is built literally within the sea in the area of Kokkali. (περισσότερα…)
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Leros: Hierarchical Divine Liturgy for candidates of the national university entrance examinations
On Wednesday, 14 May 2025, as is customary each year, a Hierarchical Divine Liturgy was held at the Metropolitan Church of the Annunciation of the Theotokos in Leros, for the success and strengthening of the island’s Lyceum graduates taking part in the national university entrance examinations. (περισσότερα…) -

Leros: Two men arrested in the act during drug deal
Two Greek nationals, aged 26 and 43, were arrested yesterday (Tuesday, 13 May 2025) on Leros by officers from the Leros Police Department. A case file has been compiled against them for the offences of drug trafficking, purchase, sale, possession of narcotics, and possession of pyrotechnic materials. (περισσότερα…)
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6.0 Magnitude Earthquake – Dodecanese and Crete Shaken – Tsunami warning
Earthquake Measuring 6.0 on the Richter Scale – Dodecanese and Crete Shaken. A seismic tremor with a magnitude of 6.0 on the Richter scale was recorded at 01:51 a.m. on Wednesday, off the coast of Kasos island. (περισσότερα…)
