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Illegal Poisonings Target Stray Animals in Heraklion

Stray cats and dogs in Heraklion face rising poison attacks. Authorities remind citizens that animal poisoning is a criminal offense.

Aposelemis Reservoir Shrinks to Just 23% of Normal Capacity

Satellite images from 2022–2025 reveal a dramatic decline in Crete’s Aposelemis reservoir, raising concerns for water supply, farming, and ecosystems.

Humidity and Poor Ventilation Make Cretan Homes Prone to Mold Infestations

Cretan homes face recurring mold from humidity and poor ventilation. Residents scrub walls as officials tout sustainability but ignore damp…

Cretan Shores Under Pressure as Athens Tries to Ease the Flow

Greek Deputy Minister Sevi Voloudaki outlines efforts to ease Crete’s migration burden in 2025 with daily transfers and shifting strategy.

Another Drowning in Crete as Death Toll Rises

A 68-year-old woman drowned at Damnioni beach in Crete in 2025. The case adds to a growing number of incidents…

Aposelemis Shutdown Sparks New Water Supply Problems in Heraklion

Repairs remain undefined, raising concerns for residents, businesses, and tourism.

Heraklion Needs an Avian Vet

Crete’s birds suffer without specialist care. Heraklion must welcome an avian vet to protect canaries, parrots, and finches.

Crete on High Fire Alert as Summer Risk Peaks

Civil Protection places Crete under high fire risk. Citizens urged to stay alert, avoid sparks, and protect homes and nature.

Theriso Gets a Spring Clean

Cleanup crews in Chania collected five tons of waste from Theriso’s river and streets, restoring shine to the historic village.

Papoura Hill Protesters Demand Protection and Radar Relocation

Citizens, officials, and local groups in Heraklion demand that Papoura Hill be declared a monument and that radar plans be…