Κατηγορία: ENGLISH EDITION

Leros | 17–18 May Basketball Tournament – This Weekend, “Leros Lives and Breathes Basketball”! Get ready for two days of pure basketball energy, passion and unforgettable moments! (περισσότερα…)

A fire that broke out on Tuesday afternoon (13 May 2025) on a plot of land near a residential area in Leros was brought under full control thanks to the immediate mobilisation of the Fire Service and local authorities. (περισσότερα…)

The Court of the Dodecanese has scheduled the trial of a 59-year-old German national for 2 June 2025 on the Mixed Jury Court of Rhodes. The accused, who was arrested on Leros in August 2024, faces multiple charges related to offences committed in 2019, including possession of child sexual abuse material and attempted sexual abuse of a minor. (περισσότερα…)

Swift response by the authorities – Firefighters, municipal staff, YNTEL and military personnel join forces in the operation (περισσότερα…)

PORT AUTHORITY OF LEROS – OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We hereby inform you that scheduled live fire exercises will be conducted at sea on the following dates and times: (περισσότερα…)

As part of the Active Citizen initiatives, the social worker from the Community Centre, Mrs. Maria Pavlidi, visited Bellenio Gymnasium (Greek secondary school), following an invitation from the school’s principal, Mrs. Maria Papafoti. (περισσότερα…)

Municipality of Leros – ANNOUNCEMENT: We would like to inform you that on Wednesday, 14 May, the Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator will carry out a scheduled power outage from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the following areas: (περισσότερα…)

ANNOUNCEMENT – The Committee for Culture and Information of the Municipality of Leros and Kastaniotis Editions cordially invite you to the presentation of the book by Eva M. Mathioudaki: (περισσότερα…)

With more than twenty years of continuous presence and pioneering work in local news coverage, Leros News is taking yet another important step forward. As of 1 May 2025, the website now features an English edition of its most significant articles, aimed at English-speaking residents, visitors, and readers both on Leros and abroad. (περισσότερα…)

Leros: Twice-weekly connection with Mykonos island via SUPERSTAR II

The SUPERSTAR II is expected to be deployed soon on the route Piraeus – Mykonos – Evdilos – Karlovasi – Patmos – Leros – Kalymnos – Kos – and back, serving Ikaria and Samos five times per week, and Mykonos, Patmos, Leros, Kalymnos, and Kos twice a week. This marks a new Leros connection Mykonos opportunity, enhancing inter-island accessibility. (περισσότερα…)

On the occasion of the recent visit to Leros by 177 members (parents, athletes, and coaches) of the Rhodes Sports Academy, Mr Theodoros Asvestas, Acting President of the Tourism Department at the Chamber of Dodecanese, spoke on camera to Leros News and journalist Nikos Ignatidis about this year’s tourist season. (περισσότερα…)

PRESS RELEASE – Municipality of Leros: Today, the Local Coordinating Operational Body for Civil Protection convened to coordinate preparations ahead of the Leros summer fire season. (περισσότερα…)

With the enthusiastic participation of 177 individuals (parents, athletes, and coaches), the Rhodes Sports Academy sets off today for the beautiful island of Leros. The trip is part of the initiative “A Different Island Each Year,” which offers people of all ages the opportunity to discover the islands of the Dodecanese up close. (περισσότερα…)

As part of targeted traffic safety checks on Friday, 9 May 2025, two Greek nationals aged 17 and 19 were arrested in Leros. Separate criminal cases were filed against them for violating the Code, as they were found operating mopeds without holding a valid driving licence. (περισσότερα…)

PRESS RELEASE – Once again, we are witnessing political expediency that prioritises personal agendas over the collective interest of our island. The Municipal Council chamber of Leros, a renovated and fully functional space delivered to the citizens by the previous administration, has been arbitrarily labelled by the current leadership as “dilapidated” and “dangerous,” seemingly to undermine another one of our achievements. (περισσότερα…)

ANNOUNCEMENT – This Tuesday, 13 May, at 6:00 p.m., His Eminence, our Metropolitan Paisios, will officiate the Festive Vespers of Saint Isidore at the chapel bearing his name, located in Kokkali. (περισσότερα…)

In an inspiring display of active citizenship, students from the Evening Gymnasium (Greek type of secondary school) with Lyceum Classes in Leros, under the guidance of educator Mr. Athanasakis Konstantinos, have taken the initiative to restore and beautify their schoolyard. (περισσότερα…)

A new chapter begins for the Leros Chamber of Commerce, following elections held at the Chamber’s offices, with Mr Ioannis Themelaros taking the lead as the new President of the Board of Directors. (περισσότερα…)