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What Cretans Do When It Rains

When rain hits Crete, streets turn to rivers, laundry grows mold, and locals pour another raki. Here’s what really happens…

Cretan Olive Growers Urged to Harvest Early

Olive fly conditions prompt early harvest warning across Heraklion region.

New York BagelFest 2025: Bigger, Bolder, and Fully Toasted

New York BagelFest returns Nov. 15–16 with a new Growth Lab for rising bakers, an industry mixer, and expanded family…

Thessaloniki Metro Takes a Break — After a Year of Being Late on Schedule

The Thessaloniki Metro halts operations for a month to run “essential tests” before its next expansion.

Heraklion’s Erythraia Park Edges Closer to Completion

Mayor Kalokairinos and city officials visited Erythraia Park once more to announce that the project is progressing, with a 149-car…

The Great Cretan Wardrobe Shift

Every November, Cretans pull on Arctic coats while newcomers from abroad wonder if they missed a snow warning.

Islands to Receive €26 Million Boost as Greece Simplifies Drought Rules

At the KEDE Conference in Alexandroupoli, Deputy Minister Stefanos Gikas announced €26 million in island aid.

Crete Signs €22.5M Deal to Showcase Heraklion’s Venetian Walls

The Culture Ministry, Region of Crete, and Municipality of Heraklion have signed a €22.5 million agreement to restore the Venetian…

Zakros Reservoir Geotechnical Survey Finally Breaks Ground

The geotechnical survey for the Zakros reservoir began on November 4, marking real progress on a project vital for eastern…

Crete Launches €1.23M Tourism Plan for 2026

Crete approves a €1.23 million tourism plan for 2026, aiming to hit 7 million visitors and keep its crown as…