High temperatures, low humidity and strong winds have placed Attica and seven other Greek regions under increased wildfire risk, prompting authorities to step up preparedness measures
GEK TERNA has been instructed to begin studies and construction works aimed at reducing congestion on one of Greece’s busiest highways, while other major traffic projects remain pending.
A major police operation in northeastern Attica and Athens is underway against a criminal group accused of systematically stealing private vehicles over an extended period
Thousands of potential road violations are being reviewed after new camera systems captured incidents involving speeding, red lights, seat belts and other traffic offenses.
The Security Office of the Piraeus Port Authority played a pivotal role in breaking up an Attica-based network that was moving undocumented migrants across Greece
The ancient theater of Thorikos stands out for its elongated design, one of the earliest and most unusual theatrical forms in Greece in Attica’s Lavreotiki region today.
Marine researchers found no evidence that natural processes in the Saronic Gulf caused the foul smell reported across parts of the Athens region and will conduct new sampling on May 26
A strong gas odor has been detected across multiple neighborhoods in the Attica region, prompting an investigation into a possible leak
Eight people were detained after masked individuals attacked two people at the University of West Attica, in a second outbreak of campus violence in Greece within hours
A full list of road closures in effect until 4:00 PM on Sunday, May 10, as the DEI Tour of Hellas 2026 cycling race concludes in Athens.
Police in Greece’s Attica region arrested three men aged 38, 52, and 67 in a coordinated operation targeting drug trafficking networks, seizing large quantities of cannabis and cocaine along with cash and equipment
A 36-year-old woman in eastern Greece has filed a complaint alleging repeated physical assault by her husband, reporting head injuries and swelling following the incident, which is now under investigation by local authorities
The initiative is part of a broader strategy to position wine culture as a key pillar of Attica’s identity and international appeal.
Images circulating online show large numbers of jellyfish drifting close to shore. Experts attribute this early influx to the recent rise in temperatures, which appears to favor their premature arrival.
The increase in water reserves does not remove the risk of water shortage in Attica, as safety levels remain below those of previous years. The need to implement critical interventions to secure the water supply remains urgent.
Charges for drug and weapons offences were filed against the identified occupant of the apartment. A separate individual was arrested on an outstanding warrant for robbery and drug-related offences
Greek authorities are pressing ahead with the installation of new traffic cameras at high-risk intersections across Attica, with road safety and accident reduction as the primary objectives. The program places particular emphasis on red-light violations, one of the most dangerous infractions under the Greek Highway Code and a leading factor in serious road accidents. The […]
SATA president warned of intensified actions during the summer period if their concerns are not addressed.
Traffic toward Athens International Airport will be diverted for two nights as authorities carry out urgent maintenance at the Fyli interchange.
Authorities believe the incident is linked to violence between rival Turkish crime gangs