Heraklion Airport will retain seven international connections in winter 2026–27, while Chania faces a 40.6% decline in scheduled international seats.

A major Triopetra tourism development has received environmental approval for a planned settlement with a capacity for 5,646 people.

Crete is seeking funding for hospital upgrades, cultural projects, rural infrastructure and more than €320 million in agricultural works.

A large water leak has been reported between Villa Rosaria and Gavalochori Cemetery. Drivers should approach the affected road with caution.

Diving into the hilarious scramble as Heraklion officials dust off 1932 deeds to claim a 32.4% stake in the aging Nikos Kazantzakis airport site.

As torrential autumn storms reshape Crete’s landscape, severe flooding in the Lasithi Plateau has sparked intense debate over water management, infrastructure readiness, and rural protection. After widespread criticism of flooded farmlands and damaged crops across the highland plateau, the OAK Employee Union stepped in to defend regional infrastructure operations. According to hydrological data the union […]

Analyzing historical rainfall data, meteorologist Manolis Lekkas outlines six essential infrastructure proposals to protect Chania from urban flooding.

Cretan hotels report 80-90% occupancy in October as the tourism season extends through mid-November, supported by sustained flight connections and winter city demand.

Rethymno Municipal Garden, created in 1925, is home to more than 130 plant species and remains one of the city’s most important green spaces.

Recovery work has begun in Crete after the latest extreme weather event, with inspections underway and state aid covering affected homes, businesses and critical infrastructure.

Heraklion’s Animal Protection Police have carried out more than 1,800 inspections as Crete steps up enforcement of animal welfare rules.

Crete begins recovery after three days of torrential rain, flooding and landslides damage roads, farms and infrastructure across the island.

4.0-magnitude earthquake struck south of Anogeia in Rethymno, Crete, early October 4, 2026, at a depth of 10 kilometers.

Severe weather continues to cause road closures and restrictions in Lasithi, Rethymno and Heraklion, including sections of the Ierapetra–Sitia road and several Irish crossings.

Viannos River: shows damage and flood fears as heavy rains push Crete under a Red Code weather alert. Get the latest local updates on Argophilia.

Storms and poor visibility force incoming flights to turn back at Heraklion airport, with airport manager Iakovos Ouranos monitoring the skies.

Souda port handles 8150 cruise passengers from three simultaneous ships as officials once again highlight long-delayed infrastructure upgrades.