There are people who lead an institution, and there are people who give an institution its name, standards, and culture. Gjergji Çikopana undoubtedly belongs to the latter. A graduate of Mathematics from the University of Tirana, he has built his professional journey on a strong belief: quality education is created not only through programs and results, but through people who set high standards and know how to turn them into a culture of work. Over the years, as a teacher in

Happy birthday, Ilia Tërpo! A name that brings to mind a time when Korçë football carried a different weight, a different emotion, and the stadium came alive with passion for every match. Ilia Tërpo, a midfielder for Skënderbeu, was part of a generation that remains in the memory of Korçë’s sports fans as a team defined by talent, character, and competitive spirit. A Skënderbeu that was not simply a football team, but a part of the city’s sporting identity. The recognition Il

On this anniversary, we express our gratitude for your many years of contribution to medicine in Korçë and for the dedication with which you served your patients and community. Born in Korçë on September 1, 1940, Dr. Kristaq Kërëku graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in Tirana in 1962 and began working that same year as a sanitary inspector doctor at the Korçë Directorate of Health Services, a position he held until 1972. He later served as a doctor in Lozhan, in the Gorë-

Happy birthday to Dhimitër Llogori, one of Korçë’s most iconic TV cameramen and a respected figure far beyond the city! With his Bolex camera in hand, tireless and always present wherever there was something worth documenting, Dhimitër Llogori has left a distinctive mark on the history of Albanian television. From filming on sports fields and at various events to ski competitions, he was there in every season and at all times, capturing moments with his camera that have now b

Today, on the birthday of Dr. Vlefta Bejko, we celebrate a career built on professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to medicine. Born in Korçë, she began her journey as a general practitioner before specializing in gastro-hepatology and endoscopy. Her professional training continued in Albania and the United Kingdom, while her participation in European medical conferences kept her connected with the latest developments in her field. Beyond her medical practice, Dr. Vlefta h

Vladimir Ngjela, the iconic sports commentator, who recently celebrated his 77th birthday. Vladimir Ngjela is a part of the history of radio broadcasts of Skënderbeu football matches, dating back to the early days of the program “From One Match to Another,” hosted by journalist Ahmet Shqari. Ladi became the undisputed voice of sports in Korçë, bringing strong emotions not only to listeners in Korçë, but also to Albanians across the country, turning radio into a grandstand of

Today, we celebrate the birthday of the Colossus of the Korçë goal, one of the greatest goalkeepers Albanian football has ever known and one of the figures who elevated Korçë to the pinnacle of national sport, Jani Kaçi, “Master of Merit in Sport.” Born in Korçë, he wrote an extraordinary history in goal for Skënderbeu, Partizani and the Albanian National Team, becoming a symbol of security, elegance and courage on the field. With more than 300 championship appearances, memor

Korça records the country’s most negative demographic balance, with 265 more deaths than births Korça continues to face a concerning demographic situation. Data from the second quarter show that the county recorded the most negative natural balance in the country, with 265 more deaths than births. The figures clearly show a significant population decline, as the number of births is not enough to compensate for the losses caused by deaths. Korça’s negative balance comes at a t

Today, on what would have been his 60th birthday, we remember one of the most promising figures of Albanian art, Emil Bibolli, an artist whose life was cut tragically short, leaving behind profound sorrow and an irreplaceable void. Emil passed away in 1993 at just 28 years old, at a time when his artistic career was only beginning to flourish and when many believed he would become one of the leading names of a new generation in Albanian theatre and directing. A graduate of th

August 2, 1967, holds a special place in the history of anti-communist resistance in Albania. On this date, one of the most courageous acts of resistance against the communist regime took place: the breakout from the infamous Burrel Prison, an institution that for decades became a symbol of terror, isolation, and persecution of political opponents. Burrel Prison was considered one of the most heavily fortified prisons of the dictatorship, where intellectuals, nationalists, cl

Happy birthday, Dr. Stefan Faber! Born in Korçë, Dr. Stefan Faber is one of the city’s most experienced surgeons. He graduated in Albania and continued his specialization in Romania, while also completing numerous training programs in general and laparoscopic surgery in Greece. For many years, Dr. Faber has been serving patients at the Regional Hospital of Korçë with professionalism and dedication, earning the respect and appreciation of colleagues and citizens for his tirele

Citizens over the age of 35 are expected to benefit from free basic health check-ups starting in September, with no upper age restriction. The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has proposed to the Council of Ministers the removal of the current age limit for the national check-up program. Until now, this service was provided free of charge only to people aged 35–70. With the proposed change, every citizen over the age of 35, regardless of their age, will have the right to

The luxury expenses of members of the communist leadership became the subject of a parliamentary investigation in 1991, in the first pluralist parliament after the March 31 elections. A special commission from the State Control Office, as it was called at the time, along with a dedicated parliamentary committee, presented statistics on the excessive spending of the families of the communist leadership, particularly the family of dictator Enver Hoxha and his successor Ramiz Al

Actor Agron Llakaj is a testament to the fact that the love between two people who have shared life’s joys and hardships together is eternal, even when one of the partners is no longer in this world. In a recent interview on “Top Arena”, the Albanian comedy actor looked back in time, recalling one of the happiest days of his life: the day when his Kostandina said “YES” to him forever. When a wedding photo with his late wife, Kostandina, appeared on the screen during the inter

Today we bid farewell to the respected Professor Agim Fejzulla. Until his retirement, Prof. Agim worked in the noble profession of teaching, educating many generations in Korçë and beyond. In addition to being a teacher, he also held leadership positions as a director and deputy director, serving at schools such as the one in Dvoran, the Construction School, the Mechanical School, in Sovjan, and others. His contribution and dedication are remembered by students, colleagues, a

A touching and inspiring story comes from Germany, where an Albanian mother faced one of the biggest challenges of her life, but ultimately found hope, gratitude and pride. The woman was diagnosed with a tumor and had to undergo a difficult surgical procedure. Fortunately, the operation was successful, giving her a new chance at life. The most emotional moment happened after the surgery. As the doctor came to check on her, she noticed something familiar in the way he spoke. O

With this occasion, we remember with gratitude his long and dedicated career in medicine, especially in the field of dermatology, where the doctor made a valuable contribution to clinical and scientific service. Born on July 6, 1943 in Bezhan, Kolonjë, he completed his schooling in Korçë and later trained as a physician at the University of Tirana, graduating in 1968. After a brief period working as a mathematics teacher in Devoll, he fully dedicated himself to medicine, star

By: Xhensil Shkëmbi Koço Qëndro, the well-known actor of the Korçë theatre “Andon Zako Çajupi”, just a week before passing away, left a final wish to one of his sons that his body should not be taken for public tributes in the theatre hall, a wish that all three sons were obliged to respect. In this theatre, actor Koço Qëndro spent most of his life performing on stage, bringing many roles to life, including his leading role as Harpagon in the comedy *The Miser*, a role he rep

The Chairman of the Korçë County Council, Petrika Tollkuçi, has written the following lines and posted the photo below on the International Day of Sports Journalists. Today, on the International Day of Sports Journalists, I am sharing a photo from a few months ago, from an event that brought together sports journalists, radio commentators, and sports photojournalists, professionals who have contributed greatly to sports and to the promotion of sporting values in the Korçë reg

Happy birthday, Dr. Ylli Ciko, one of the most well-known names in medicine in Korçë, who for more than five decades has served with dedication the health of citizens, university education, and the development of medical science. Born on July 1, 1951, in Korçë, he graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tirana in general medicine and later specialized as a general surgeon and specialized surgeon. His career includes serving as head of the Military Hospital