Associations in Heraklion call for antiwar rally on March 12 at Eleftherias Square, demanding Greece’s disengagement from Middle East military operations.

Unions in Rethymno call for an anti-war rally on March 12, demanding an end to attacks on Iran and Greece’s military involvement.

Heraklion closes parking areas at the Venetian Walls after years of unofficial use, removing hundreds of spaces and reopening the city’s endless parking debate.

Crete tourism leaders call for a unified body to coordinate strategy, extend the season, and represent the island abroad.

Crete proposes €10 million renovation for the International Exhibition Center DEKK as Arnoutakis insists it must stay under local control ahead of major events and Kasteli airport.

KritiTV reports the first direct flight from Larnaca to Heraklion since the Middle East crisis began, with passengers describing calm conditions in Cyprus.

According to a report by NeaKriti, the Municipality of Malevizi is examining a new proposal to create a reservoir that would store fresh water from the Almyros River, a solution officials describe as realistic and environmentally friendly to address the growing water shortage affecting the wider Heraklion area. The plan focuses on a natural basin […]

Five animal poisoning incidents reported in Crete in March 2026 raise concern across Heraklion, Chania and Lassithi after investigation in Kissamos.

Chania Mayor Panagiotis Simandirakis urges calm amid speculation about Souda Bay, saying there is no evidence of an increased risk to Crete despite regional tensions.

Authorities in Souda seized thousands of fireworks, weapons, and ammunition from two suspects ahead of Orthodox Easter, as officials warn about safety and public concerns on Crete.

Agios Nikolaos officials plan new initiatives to promote inland villages, folklore museums, and Cretan gastronomy as part of Crete’s 2026 tourism strategy.