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New Year 2025: Chania Rings in Style

Victoria Udrea

Chania welcomed New Year 2025 with a dazzling light show, live music, and traditional celebrations under the Municipal Garden Clock Tower.

1 year ago

Vai Forest Regenerates After Targeted Restoration Efforts

Iorgos Pappas

Vai Forest overcame a red palm weevil infestation through dedicated restoration efforts by competent authorities and botanists.

1 year ago

Severe Weather Brings Storms, Winds, and Snow Across Key Regions

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Severe weather: until the New Year, central and southern parts of the Aegean Sea, Cyclades, and Crete will see heavy rainfall and storms.

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New Year’s Gala at Chania’s Grand Arsenal

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Celebrate New Year’s Gala 2025 in Chania! Enjoy Marmitas live at Grand Arsenal with Swing, Soul, and more. Don’t miss the fun!

1 year ago

The Key to Sustainable Yard Management for Hospitality Properties

Manuel Santos

Smart yard management strategies make outdoor areas inviting, sustainable, and cost-friendly.

1 year ago

An Evening of Timeless Greek Music at Marina Café in Heraklion

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Experience live tributes to legendary Greek composers at Marina Café in Heraklion’s Venetian port. Reserve now for a night to remember!

1 year ago

Archaeological Site of Gortyn to Get Accessibility Upgrades

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Ministry of Culture focuses on improving visitor pathways and accessibility at the significant archaeological site of Gortyn in Crete. These initiatives aim to make the ancient ruins more accessible for individuals with disabilities or mobility issues. The improvements are part of a larger restoration project, which includes preserving and highlighting key monuments. This broader […]

1 year ago

Chania: New Year’s Eve Concert with the Athens State Orchestra

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Celebrate the New Year with two enchanting concerts by the Athens State Orchestra in Chania at the Mikis Theodorakis Theatre.

1 year ago

Chania Clock Light Show to Welcome the New Year

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Kick off 2025 with Chania’s New Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy live music, the Chania Clock Light Show, and a festive night under the stars.

1 year ago

Heraklion Mayor Alexis Kalokerinos Announces Major Investments in Urban Development

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Heraklion’s Mayor Alexios Kalokairinos outlines €100M+ in urban development, education, infrastructure, and green energy upgrades.

1 year ago

Start of Renovation Work at Grylio Museum in Anogeia

Iorgos Pappas

Grylio Museum, honoring artist Alkiviadis Skoulas, gets expanded with new exhibits and accessibility upgrades in Anogeia.

1 year ago

Crete to Soon Open the Anogeia Cultural Park

Mihaela Lica Butler

Anogeia Cultural Park will reshape cultural tourism. With a budget of €4M, this project honours the heritage and boosts cultural tourism.

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Stories of Interest

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Crete Remains West Nile-Free as Elderly Patient’s Infection Traced to Athens

2026-08-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Health authorities confirm Crete has no local West Nile virus cases after an elderly patient hospitalized at Venizeleio in Heraklion contracted the virus in Attica.

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Special KTEL Buses for Agios Fanourios Pilgrimage in Chania

2026-08-25 By Mihaela Lica Butler

KTEL Chania-Rethymno announces extra bus routes from Chania and Souda to Megala Chorafia on August 26–27 to transport pilgrims heading to Agios Fanourios.

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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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