Concert venue under fire

The mayor of Kallithea and representatives of local residents in southern Athens have appealed to the prosecutor of the Athens Court of First Instance, requesting the adoption of measures “to restore legality and stop disturbing the common peace of citizens” at Plateia Nerou (Water Square), which serves as a regular venue for concerts. 

Events overturn best intentions

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