Museum of the Moon makes mark in Larnaca
Well-known installation Museum of the Moon, created by British artist Luke Jerram, has opened in Larnaca’s Zouhouri square. The scale model of the moon, measuring 7m across will remain on display until...
View ArticleLarnaca economic revival well underway — regional instability may dampen growth
Larnaca Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Evel) president Stavros Stavrou used his speech at this year’s annual assembly to highlight the city and district of Larnaca’s substantial strides toward...
View ArticleAnna Vissi declared Larnaca 2030 ambassador
Renowned Greek Cypriot singer Anna Vissi declared Larnaca 2030 ambassador by the city’s mayor on Sunday. The ceremony was held at Europe Square during the 6th Radisson Blue International Larnaca...
View ArticleLarnaca says systematic spraying for mosquitoes to continue
Larnaca municipality on Wednesday announced that the systematic spraying to combat mosquitoes continues in the district to reduce numbers and protect public health. According to a statement, “in...
View ArticleLarnaca artist sets out to beautify her neighbourhood
A retired art teacher in Larnaca took up a brush and paints to transform her graffiti-filled neighbourhood playground into a vibrant cultural experience. Visual artist Androula Angelidou Antoniadou...
View ArticleSiblings allegedly assaulted by masked individuals in Larnaca
Two underage siblings allegedly were allegedly assaulted by five masked individuals with blunt objects on Wednesday night in Larnaca. According to the Cyprus News Agency, (CNA) the two siblings, aged...
View ArticleNine years in jail for man who sexually abused partner’s daughter
The Larnaca Criminal Court on Friday imposed a nine-year prison sentence on a 34-year-old man after finding him guilty of sexually abusing his partner’s daughter. According to media reports, the...
View ArticleLarnaca Christmas tree officially lit
The municipal Christmas tree in Larnaca’s Europe Square was officially lit on Sunday, signalling the beginning of the festive season. The tree and accompanying lights were turned on by mayor Andreas...
View ArticleNo damages for ‘owners’ of demolished venue on Turkish Cypriot land
The Court of Appeal on Monday rejected a suit for damages by the management of the Ktima Mackenzie venue in Larnaca, which was built on Turkish Cypriot land, after the building was demolished. The...
View ArticleMan wanted for assault arrested in Larnaca
Police located and arrested a 42-year-old man on Monday who was wanted for a case of grievous bodily harm. The man was taken into custody to be questioned for offenses committed around two-and-a-half...
View ArticleCentral streets to be closed off for Larnaca Christmas parade
Streets in the centre of Larnaca will be closed off to vehicle traffic on Saturday for the annual Christmas Parade, the municipality announced on Tuesday. The city’s Christmas Parade will take place at...
View ArticleDonation drive in Larnaca for Christmas holidays
A total of 55 families will receive support from Larnaca’s food bank ahead of the Christmas and New Year festivities. There are still more applications pending however, which may see the figure go up,...
View Article19-year-old dead after car crash in Larnaca
A 19-year-old man was killed in a car crash in the Larnaca village of Pervolia on Thursday night. The man, named as Michalis Theodorou, was driving through the village with two 18-year-old female...
View ArticleLarnaca expands traffic camera system
The traffic camera system in Larnaca was expanded on Friday after the operational start of 18 fixed cameras across town. According to an announcement released by the Larnaca police directorate, the new...
View ArticleLarnaca Food and More Christmas market opens today
Here to spread more festive joy is another Christmas market; in Larnaca with street food at its core and running for 10 days bringing DJs, live acts, over 100 artists filled with crafts, food and...
View ArticlePolice arrest woman at Larnaca airport, after finding 9kg of cannabis in her...
Police arrested a 24-year-old woman arriving at Larnaca airport around 9kg of cannabis in her suitcases, an announcement said on Saturday. The woman arrived on Friday night, and during checks at the...
View ArticleThree arrested for drug trafficking in Larnaca
Police on Wednesday arrested three people in Larnaca suspected after they were caught driving with cocaine and cannabis in their vehicle. According to the police, the men, aged 19, 22, were arrested on...
View ArticleTwo young women escape unscathed after car crashes and catches on fire
Two young women who crashed their vehicle into a Larnaca roundabout on Thursday morning have escaped with only slight injuries, after the vehicle also caught on fire. According to the police, the...
View ArticleSpate of improvements aim to boost Larnaca tourism
The Larnaca tourism development company (Etap) on Thursday announced it has completed a number of upgrades to beaches as part of efforts to enrich and green the district’s coastal attractions. The...
View ArticleMissing teen: Larnaca
Police on Friday are asking for information that can help locate Maziad Haloum, 15 years old, from Syria, who has been missing since December 27 from his place of residence in Larnaca. Anyone who...
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