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Heraklion’s Waterfront Moves Closer to Major Transformation

Arthur Butler

Heraklion’s restoration of the Venetian Arsenals enters the tender phase as part of an €18 million plan to revitalize the city’s historic waterfront.

1 month ago

Darkness Around Heraklion’s Koules Fortress Raises Safety Concerns

Iorgos Pappas

Residents and visitors report poorly lit sections around Heraklion’s Koules Fortress, raising safety concerns along one of the city’s busiest evening promenades.

1 month ago

Crete’s Summer Heat Is Turning Scenic Hikes Into Rescue Missions

Manuel Santos

Crete’s firefighters urge visitors to avoid afternoon hikes in gorges as extreme heat drives a rise in rescue operations.

1 month ago

One Cigarette Butt Can Pollute a Beach for Years

Manuel Santos

A single cigarette butt can remain in the environment for 10 to 15 years, slowly breaking down into microplastics while releasing toxic chemicals such as nicotine, lead, arsenic, and cadmium into the sand and seawater.

1 month ago

42 Firefighters Contain Flames in Minoa Pediada

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Firefighters have brought a wildfire near Ini in Crete’s Minoa Pediada municipality under control after an hours-long operation. Crews remain on site monitoring for flare-ups.

1 month ago

ITV’s This Morning and Loose Women to Showcase Crete’s Hidden Gems

Manuel Santos

ITV presenters Jeff Brazier and producer Mariam Hussain are filming in eastern Crete for This Morning and Loose Women, bringing Lassithi to millions of UK and Irish viewers.

1 month ago

Eastern Crete Cultural Group Joins Opposition to Proposed Wind Farm Projects

Iorgos Pappas

A cultural and environmental association in eastern Crete has joined growing opposition to eight proposed wind farm projects in Lassithi, calling for greater public consultation and environmental safeguards.

1 month ago

Experts Urge Calm as Crete Addresses Toxic Pufferfish Spread

Iorgos Pappas

The Geotechnical Chamber of Greece (GEOTEE) in Crete issued a public safety guide to separate scientific fact from social media panic regarding the pufferfish.

1 month ago

Scarlet Lady Returns to Crete After Earlier Diversion from Türkiye

Kostas Raptis

The Scarlet Lady made an unscheduled call at Souda after itinerary changes, returning to Crete days after Türkiye barred the LGBTQ+-chartered cruise from its planned ports.

1 month ago

Heraklion Union Demands Labor Inspections After 16-Year-Old Employee Assaulted in Hersonissos

Iorgos Pappas

The Heraklion Hotel Workers’ Union issued a fierce condemnation of the 61-year-old hotel manager arrested for assaulting a 16-year-old employee in Hersonissos.

1 month ago

Chania Police and Business Leaders Join Forces Against Cyber Fraud and Illegal Street Trade

Kostas Raptis

Business leaders and police in Chania discussed tackling illegal street trading, cyber fraud, and public safety while proposing a new initiative to protect local businesses and visitors.

1 month ago

Five Years On, Arkalochori Earthquake Survivors Still Await Recovery

Victoria Udrea

Five years after the Arkalochori earthquake, a new study reveals deep frustration over slow recovery, damaged homes, and declining public trust as communities continue rebuilding.

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Wildfire Breaks Out Near Zoniana in Mylopotamos, Crete

2026-08-21 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters, ground crews, and a helicopter are battling a wildfire in low vegetation near Zoniana, Crete, as the island sits at high risk Level 3.

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Crete Police Seize Suspected Illegal Alcohol and Enough Laughing Gas for 30,000 Balloons

2026-08-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion police raided a local bar, seizing over 1,000 liters of untaxed alcohol and nitrous oxide cylinders capable of filling 30,000 balloons.

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21st Traffic Fatality of 2026 Claims a 21-Year-Old in Rethymno

2026-08-20 By Victoria Udrea

A 21-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash with a taxi in Rethymno, pushing Crete’s 2026 road death toll beyond 20 amid renewed safety concerns.

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Crete Hotels Are 100% Full, and So Are Their Employees

2026-08-20 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion hotels are at 100% capacity, but staff are trapped in endless 20-day contracts, doing three jobs at once, and being told to forget to clock in.

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Crete Summer Season Extends Through October

2026-08-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete’s tourism season remains strong, with 400-plus aircraft movements on peak days and high demand for September and October.

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