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Tourist Rescued After Injury in Mylos Gorge Near Rethymno

Firefighters extracted an injured tourist from Myli Gorge, a lush valley known for its historic abandoned watermills and cave chapels.

Five Arrested Following Tragic Drowning of 11-Year-Old Polish Tourist in Chania Hotel Pool

An 11-year-old Polish girl has died after being found unconscious in a hotel pool in Platanias, Chania. Five people have…

Rethymno Offers Free Greek Language Lessons to Migrants

Rethymno is offering free Greek language lessons to migrants, with beginner, advanced and Arabic-speaking classes starting October 13.

Is Heraklion Full of Singles? 43% of Residents Are Unmarried

Heraklion’s population grew nearly 10% since 2001. Census data also show 23,480 one-person households and 43% unmarried residents.

Heraklion to Get Two New Urban Beaches in Major Waterfront Project

Two new beaches stretching 240 and 170 meters will be created east and west of the Natural History Museum in…

Heraklion Airport Sets New Passenger Records

Heraklion Airport handled a record 68,818 passengers on August 1 as traffic rose 4.6% through August 23, pointing to another…

Cretan Businesses Demand Immediate Halt to New Heraklion Migrant Center

Crete's Federation of Commercial Associations is calling for consultation over the planned temporary Skouloudis migrant facility near Heraklion.

Tourist Ignites Outdoor BBQ Amidst Gale-Force Wind Warnings in Crete

A German tourist was fined €1,850 after an outdoor charcoal fire spread to dry vegetation near Hersonissos during dangerous winds…

Rescue Mission Launched Off Karteros Coast After Swimmer Trapped in Heavy Surf

A 61-year-old swimmer was rescued by the Coast Guard after struggling to return to shore while swimming off Karteros on…

What Does It Really Cost to Produce Olive Oil in Crete?

A detailed financial breakdown of Cretan olive farming reveals why high olive oil prices barely keep organic growers afloat against…