Crete Heraklion Launches €3M Green Maintenance Tender 10 months ago The Municipality of Heraklion approved a €3M tender for the upkeep and expansion of public green spaces from 2026 to… Kriti Olive Oil From Crete Gains EU PGI Recognition 10 months ago The European Commission officially granted PGI status to Kriti olive oil in recognition of Crete's climate, traditions, and legacy. Heraklion Hotel Workers Push for Extended Unemployment Fund 10 months ago Heraklion hotel workers pressed the Ministry of Labour for an immediate extension of the unemployment fund, rejecting delays and excuses. Pomegranates and Their Role in Cretan New Year Traditions 10 months ago The Fruit of Autumn That Carries Into the New Year As autumn deepens in Crete, pomegranates spill into view everywhere—piled… Agios Nikolaos Hosts Three-Day Pottery Event at Former Courthouse 10 months ago From September 12–14, 2025, professional potters present live demonstrations of the art of wheel-thrown ceramics at the former courthouse in… Mosquitoes Take Over Crete Despite 2025 Control Program 10 months ago Despite a March 2025 launch of Crete’s mosquito control program—including spraying, monitoring, and the “Mosquito Vision” app—residents now report an… The Heraklion Digital Transformation Enters Its Final Stage 10 months ago Heraklion approved a €611,940 project to overhaul municipal operations, promising streamlined services, transparency, and digital interaction with citizens. Heraklion Launches Followgreen ‘Recycling Backpack’ Mission with Cash Prizes for Students 10 months ago Heraklion’s Followgreen platform unveiled a new “Green Mission” urging students to recycle old school supplies—with the chance to win a… Heraklion Coordinates Pan-European Sustainable Tourism Network 10 months ago Heraklion hosted a pan-European meeting on sustainable tourism. The city, as “Action Leader,” promises guidance on certifications, SMEs, and policy… Krasi Plans a Cultural Makeover 10 months ago Krasi plans a cultural makeover for the ancient plane tree, the House of Literature, and the Polykentro, aiming to become… Next» « Previous