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Heraklion Faces Fourth Water Crisis as Aposelemis Dam Breakdowns Continue

Heraklion suffers its fourth water-supply failure from the Aposelemis Dam in five months, with output cut by 40% during peak…

Crete Hotels Near Full Occupancy — But Profits Lag

Crete's hotels are almost sold out this August, but locals say visitor spending is down sharply.

Kerasia and Ano Asites Redevelopment Projects to Be Completed by the End of 2025

Kerasia and Ano Asites in Heraklion are set for 2025 makeovers. From churchyard facelifts to rural road repairs, here is…

€3.9 Million for a Small Square in Moires

The Region of Crete will spend €3.9 million to redevelop Moires' compact central market. Officials promise safety, accessibility, and style.

Lasithi Strategic Development Plan Targets Growth and Entrepreneurship

Region of Crete launches the Lasithi Strategic Development and Entrepreneurship Study. Two-pillar plan: long-term infrastructure upgrades and new business opportunities.…

Orea Crete Is the Island’s New Sustainable Tourist Program

Orea Crete is a fresh initiative linking tourism with tradition through teaching farms, scenic trails, and hands-on workshops.

Crete Secures €5.09M Contract to Repair 11 V.O.A.K. Bridges

Crete's governor signs a €5.09 million contract to repair 11 key V.O.A.K. bridges between Heraklion and Rethymno, marking a major…

Ano Viannos Prepares for a Two-Day Celebration of Olive Oil and Tradition

Tomorrow, August 14, Ano Viannos kicks off its 2nd Olive Oil Festival — two days of music and flavors honoring…

Wet Graves: NeaKriti Reports Deadly Toll on Crete’s Beaches

NeaKriti uncovers a surge in deadly drownings on Crete's beaches. Eleven lives were lost in Heraklion alone.

Crete’s Ancient Kritikos Lagonikos Reigns Supreme

Discover the Kritikos Lagonikos — Crete’s rare, ancient hunting hound — through history, heritage, and Mojito, the house-dwelling monarch who…