Newsflash from Friday, 13 February 2026: A Clash Between Municipal Politics and Animal Welfare in Crete A heated radio debate in Ierapetra has exposed a troubling reality: a municipal official’s […]
Newsflash from Friday, 13 February 2026: The Infrastructure That Could Transform an Island’s Future Crete is at a crossroads. With a new international airport opening at Kastelli and tourism numbers
Crete’s Growing Call for a Railway: Why the Island Can’t Afford to Wait read more »
Newsflash from Friday, 13 February 2026: After months of bone-dry landscapes and mounting anxiety over water scarcity, there is finally a glimmer of hope for Crete. The Aposelemis Dam, a
A Lifeline for Crete: Rushing Waters Finally Return to the Aposelemis Dam read more »
Newsflash from Friday, 13 February 2026: A night of extreme weather has left parts of Crete reeling, as gale-force winds and violent thunderstorms swept across the island, causing significant damage
Newsflash from Friday, 13 February 2026: Greece has made incremental progress in fighting corruption, according to Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index—but don’t mistake movement for momentum. The country’s ranking
Greece Climbs Corruption Rankings But Remains Europe’s Problem Child read more »
Newsflash from Thursday, 12 February 2026: Discover the Magic of Chania’s Most Joyful Celebration The Municipality of Chania is rolling out the red carpet for one of the year’s most
Chania Carnival 2026: A Complete Guide to Festive Events for All Ages read more »
Newsflash from Thursday, 12 February 2026: A Thrilling Semi-Final Performance Secures Crete’s Place in Football Glory In one of the most electrifying matches of the Greek Cup season, OFI Heraklion
Newsflash from Thursday, 12 February 2026: Combining Community Spirit with Charitable Giving in Beautiful Crete February 15, 2026 marks a special day in the picturesque village of Fodele, Crete, where runners
Take part in the 11th Fodele Run: A run for children’s hearts read more »
Newsflash from Wednesday, 11 February 2026: Safety Concerns Mount as Rockfalls Destroy Key Coastal Route in South Crete Travelers and residents in South Crete are advised that the popular coastal
Travel Alert: Myrtos-Tertsa Coastal Road Closed Indefinitely Following Massive Landslide read more »
Newsflash from Wednesday, 11 February 2026: A Tragic Discovery Reveals Deliberate Poisoning in Forest Area—Community Outraged A heartbreaking incident unfolded in the rural outskirts of Ierapetra when a detection dog
Dog Poisoning in Ierapetra: Toxic Substance Found in Ampelolakkoi read more »
Newsflash from Wednesday, 11 February 2026: The Minoan Palace Reigns Supreme as Cultural Tourism’s Golden Goose Knossos has once again proven why it stands as one of the world’s most
Knossos Dominates Crete’s Archaeological Revenue with €11.7 Million in 2025 read more »
Newsflash from Tuesday, 10 February 2026: Significant changes are coming to the landscape of public services in Greece. Starting February 20, the first wave of Hellenic Post (ELTA) branch closures
End of an Era: ELTA Arhanes Among 11 Greek Post Offices Set to Close on February 20 read more »
Newsflash from Tuesday, 10 February 2026: What makes a destination truly welcoming? It’s not just about luxury resorts or five-star amenities. According to Booking.com’s 14th Annual Traveller Review Awards—based on
The World’s Most Hospitable Places in 2026: Where Authentic Warmth Still Matters read more »
Water level in Lake Kournas rises above three metres again, but shocking data for the east of the island and the “Dutch” water plan for Crete. Lake Kournas Bounces Back:
The profile of the average employee and although the average full-time salary has exceeded €1,500, 60% of Greek households have already spent their income after 18 days of the month.
Newsflash from Monday, 9 February 2026: A high-stakes criminal investigation has uncovered an international plot involving a sitting Russian mayor, a targeted arson attack in Crete, and a ruthless attempt
Russian Mayor Linked to Shocking Arson and Extortion Plot in Chania read more »
Newsflash from Sunday, 8 February 2026: Heraklion is officially diving into the festive spirit of Carnival! Today, the city transforms into a playground for history buffs and adventure seekers as
Newsflash from Sunday, 8 February 2026: Residents across the prefecture of Chania were jolted awake shortly after midnight as a significant earthquake struck off the coast of Crete. The seismic
Midnight Wake-Up Call: 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Chania, Crete read more »
Newsflash from Saturday, 7 February 2026: Residents and visitors in Eastern Crete experienced an unsettling Friday evening as three earthquakes struck the sea area south of the Lasithi prefecture in
Triple Seismic Shake: Three Earthquakes Rattle Ierapetra and Eastern Crete in Minutes read more »
Newsflash from Saturday, 7 February 2026: The highly anticipated new BOAK (Crete Ring Road) project in western Crete is moving forward, but not without controversy. Recently signed contracts detail plans
New BOAK in Western Crete: What users need to know about the upcoming toll read more »
