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Two minors injured by firecrackers in Larnaca; police investigating separate incidents

Police in Larnaca are investigating two separate incidents in which minors were injured by firecrackers on Saturday, authorities said. A 14‑year‑old and a 17‑year‑old were treated at Larnaca General Hospital…

Two house fires caused by candles in Limassol and Larnaca; two people hospitalized

Two separate early‑morning house fires caused by lit candles damaged homes in Kato Polemidia and Livadia on Monday, authorities said. The first fire broke out shortly before 5:30 a.m. in…

13‑year‑old in serious condition after scooter crash in Larnaca

A 13‑year‑old boy is in serious condition at Makarios Hospital in Nicosia after a scooter accident in Larnaca on Sunday, police said. The boy was riding an electric scooter late…

Arrest for illegal possession of firecrackers

A 64‑year‑old man from the Nicosia district was arrested in Larnaca for the illegal possession of firecrackers, police said. Officers from the Larnaca Crime Prevention Unit stopped the man’s vehicle…

Larnaca EOA bills payable at post offices under new agreement

Larnaca EOA bills are now payable at post offices under a new agreement. The service began on March 26 and allows customers to settle bills at 51 post offices across…

Workshops in Skarinou aim to boost cross‑border disaster readiness

Cross‑border civil protection workshops will be held today in the village of Skarinou, near Larnaca, as part of an effort to strengthen community resilience and expand public involvement in disaster…

Cyprus Court Sentences 19‑Year‑Old to Two Years for Larnaca Kiosk Robbery

A 19‑year‑old man has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a robbery at a kiosk in Larnaca last year. The robbery occurred on March 29,…

Roadworks to Cause Night‑Time Closures in Limassol and Larnaca, Public Works Department Says

The Public Works Department has announced a series of road closures and traffic diversions in Limassol and Larnaca this week as crews carry out asphalt works, lane marking and routine…

Cyprus Continues Foot‑and‑Mouth Vaccinations as Culling Figures Rise

Cyprus’ veterinary services say vaccinations against foot‑and‑mouth disease are progressing, with second‑dose coverage reaching 37.6 percent of cattle and 10.6 percent of sheep and goats. Spokesperson Sotiria Georgiadou told state…

Roadworks announced in Larnaca district for March 26–27

Cyprus’ Public Works Department has announced scheduled roadworks in the Larnaca district, including maintenance on the old Larnaca–Nicosia road and traffic changes linked to the Larnaca–Dhekelia coastal road improvement project.…

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