CRIME ROUND UP

 Pafos Live 8 August 2026

The Greek Cypriot employee of a monastery [Ayios Neophytos] in Paphos, who was injured yesterday by a foreign monk, overcame the danger. The latter was deemed unfit and had asked him to leave the monastery.

The police proceeded to arrest a 51-year-old man yesterday to facilitate the investigations regarding an investigated case of attempted murder, acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, injury, carrying a knife, as well as illegal possession and carrying of an offensive weapon.

THE POLICE ARE ON THE STREETS FOR THE FIFTEENTH OF AUGUST - WHAT THEY WILL CONTROL

THE POLICE ARE ON THE STREETS FOR THE FIFTEENTH OF AUGUST - WHAT THEY WILL CONTROL - Filenews 8/8


The Police are in full readiness ahead of the three days of the Fifteenth of August, strengthening controls on the entire road network due to the expected increased traffic of vehicles. Increased traffic is expected both on the highways and on the rest of the road network, especially towards mountainous and coastal areas, said the officer of the Communication Branch of the Police Headquarters, Michalis Michael.

He stated that the Police have prepared the necessary action plans and will be on the roads throughout the period, both to ensure road safety through traffic checks, and to provide road facilities, where and when needed.

ANNA'S QUIZ - The Local Pub, Chlorakas- 7, 14, 21, and 28 Sepetmber

 

 

ANNA'S QUIZ

The Local Pub, Chlorakas

7, 14, 21, and  28 September  - 7pm

Free entry

FILM & MEDIA LAB - ages 14+

 

FILM & MEDIA LAB - ages 14+

A new social group in Paphos for teens who want to act, film, and create real stories — not just talk about them.

From building characters to shooting scenes and editing your own content, this is a hands-on space to explore both fiction and real-life storytelling.

No experience needed. Just curiosity.

PSEVDAS LANDOWNERS URGED TO REGISTER FIRE DAMAGE AHEAD OF COMPENSATION CLAIMS

PSEVDAS LANDOWNERS URGED TO REGISTER FIRE DAMAGE AHEAD OF COMPENSATION CLAIMS - KNews 7/8

Community Council asks those affected by the July 27 wildfire to submit their details by Monday as authorities prepare to assess the damage.


Landowners in Psevdas whose properties were affected by the July 27 wildfire are being urged to come forward as authorities prepare to begin recording the damage.

In an announcement, the Psevdas Community Council said officials from the relevant government departments are expected to visit the area in the coming days to carry out on-site assessments.

CYPRUS CALLS IN 200 TINY ASSASSINS TO SAVE ITS PRICKLY PEARS

CYPRUS CALLS IN 200 TINY ASSASSINS TO SAVE ITS PRICKLY PEARS - KNews 8/8


The island's beloved summer fruit has been losing a battle against a destructive pest, so a small army of predatory lady beetles has flown in from Israel to help.



Cyprus has called in foreign reinforcements to save one of its most familiar summer sights.

There were no soldiers, no heavy equipment, and certainly no motorcade.

Queer Wave 2026 - NiMAC, Nicosia -18-27 September

 Cyprus Mail 8 August 2026 by Eleni Philippou

Queer Wave 2026

NiMAC, Nicosia

18-27 September


7th festival edition with screenings, performances and special events. September 18-27. NiMAC, Nicosia. www.queerwave.com