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Safer roads in Didim Municipality

While Didim Municipality continues road construction works in Altınkum neighborhood, it also carries out infrastructure works together with ASKİ teams affiliated with Aydın BŞB. While Didim Municipality Directorate of Technical Works teams are carrying out paving work on Poyraz Street in Altınkum neighbourhood, ASKİ teams affiliated with Aydın BŞB are continuing their infrastructure and sewerage…

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Abkhazia U-16 Girls’ National Basketball Team visited Didim

The Abkhazia U-16 Girls’ National Basketball Team visited Didim from December 21-25 for friendly matches, under the auspices of the Didim Municipality. This event, organized through the efforts and hospitality of the Didim Municipality, is spearheaded by Dünya Başol, a former player of the Abkhazia National Basketball Team, and Nikolai Gushin, the coach of the…

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Famous Artists Primed for Kuşadası’s New Year’s Party

Kuşadası is to welcome the New Year with a vibrant New Year’s Eve Street Party featuring renowned artists. Attendees of the street party arranged by Kuşadası Municipality can expect numerous surprises. While getting thrilled with DJ performances and concerts by famous artists throughout the night, the environment will also be coloured by the magnificent artificial…

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Persistent Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc in Didim, Disrupting Daily Life

The ongoing downpour across the district has significantly impacted daily activities. Widespread rainfall has caused flooding on streets and avenues, exacerbating the challenges faced by locals. In addition to the rainfall, hail has also intensified, prompting authorities to caution residents about safeguarding their vehicles from potential damage.

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New Tomography Device Allocated to Didim State Hospital

A new tomography device has been installed at Didim State Hospital. Aydin Provincial Health Director Dr Eser Şenkul made a recent visit to the hospital and stated the new device aims to meet citizens’ tomography needs more quickly and complete the diagnosis and treatment processes as soon as possible. Şenkul said: “Since the current Tomography…

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Silver Linings For Swimmer Maya

Didim American College student Maya Gördüemel hit a silver streak at last week’s 2023 regional swimming championships. Maya, representing Ege Yükselen Swimming Club, competed at the two-day championships held in Nazili. She competed in six races for the age nine-ten category – obtaining the most medals by any one student overall. Her times were even…

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Hand Knitted Scarves and Berets Distributed to Village Children in Aydın

Aydın Women’s Efeler Association launched a campaign “A warm kindness” for students in village schools during the winter months. In the campaign, women knitted scarves and berets for children. The campaign consists of 3 stages to deliver scarves and berets to all primary and secondary school children in villages of Aydın. After the event’s first…

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3 Rehabilitated Sea Turtles Released

After completing their treatments at the Sea Turtle Research, Rescue, and Rehabilitation Center (DEKAMER), three injured sea turtles found off Kuşadası about 6 months ago have been released back into the sea. DEKAMER Director Prof. Dr. Yakup Kaska mentioned that one had a tracking device during the release event. He highlighted the importance of returning…

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Businessman Lost at Sea in Didim

An investigation is underway to find a businessman who went to sea with his boat in Didim and has not been heard from since. According to information, Yasin Cinkaya (47), living in Denizli, set out to sea with his boat from Didim district. Relatives who did not hear from Cinkaya for a while reported the…

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Dog Rescued After Falling Into Sea

The dog that fell into the sea in Bodrum was rescued by quick-thinking municipal teams. On notice that a dog had fallen into the sea in Torba District, Bodrum Municipality Veterinary Affairs Directorate moved to the area. The teams reached the area where there was no road after a walk of approximately 3 kilometres. The…

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