Explore 50 rare historical maps charting Crete’s evolution from the 16th to 18th centuries in a new Heraklion Archaeological Museum exhibition.
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Sitia Municipality Thanks Firefighters and Volunteers After Chonos Wildfire Threat
Sitia thanks firefighters, aerial crews, and local volunteers for their coordinated efforts in containing a threatening wildfire near regional villages.
Chersonissos Welcomes 450 Dancers for the 7th International Traditional Dance Festival
The 7th International Traditional Dance Festival in Chersonissos features 450 dancers from seven countries, street parades, and free performances.
Bucharest-Bound Flight Grounded at Heraklion Airport After Rowdy Passenger Outbreak
A 52-year-old passenger was arrested and handcuffed aboard a Heraklion-to-Bucharest flight after an aggressive tarmac outburst forced the pilot to intervene.
Kalokairinou Avenue Regeneration Kicks Off With Major Utility Undergrounding Project in Heraklion
Heraklion launches the Kalokairinou Avenue upgrade with a €260k power line undergrounding project and a €1M overhaul for pedestrian accessibility.
Cockroach Infestation Sparking Protests at Technical University of Crete Student Housing
Students at the Technical University of Crete launch protests over a four-month cockroach infestation in dorms, bureaucratic delays, and fee hikes.
Fire Breaks Out in Drimiskos, Southern Rethymno; Firefighters Move Quickly
A wildfire broke out Tuesday in Drimiskos, southern Rethymno. Eight fire engines, 16 firefighters and two EMODE teams are fighting the blaze
Agios Nikolaos Port Upgrades Lighting With New LED Floodlights
Agios Nikolaos Port has replaced old floodlights on four 35-metre towers with LED technology, improving safety while reducing energy use and operating costs.
New Kastelli Airport Could Open Home Port Era for Heraklion’s Cruise Future
Heraklion expects more than 400,000 cruise passengers in 2026, but the bigger opportunity lies ahead, with the new Kastelli airport and home port plans reshaping the city’s cruise strategy.
Rain Causes Samaria Gorge Closure on September 23
The Samaria Gorge will remain closed on Wednesday, September 23, after an updated weather forecast shows rainfall above the gorge’s approved safety limits. The Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency (OFYPEKA) made the decision based on the latest forecast from Greece’s National Meteorological Service. For travelers planning a hike, that means one important thing: don’t […]
Sitia Wildfire Eases After Night of Wind-Driven Reignition, 135 Firefighters Still on Ground
A wildfire near Chonos in Sitia has eased after a difficult night of wind-driven flare-ups. Firefighters and two aircraft continue battling scattered active hotspots.
Jellyfish Influx Hits Paleokastro and Heraklion Beaches Amid Late-Season Heat
Jellyfish have been reported near Paleokastro and other beaches in Heraklion, and swimmers are urged to take care when entering the water.
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