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Mitsis Group Eyes the Rebirth of Kokkini Hani Tourism School

Kostas Raptis

Mitsis Group weighs involvement in reviving the Kokkini Hani Tourism School, signaling a new era for Greek hospitality education.

9 months ago

Volunteers Unite for Annual Dia Island Cleanup

Manuel Santos

Dia Island cleanup returns for its 15th year as Cretan volunteers collect debris before the tourism season.

9 months ago

Heraklion’s Water Supply Crisis

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s water supply faces urgent challenges as DEYAH battles recurring shortages. The utility proposes new drilling sites, but struggles with limited state funding.

9 months ago

Higher School of Tourism Education of Crete: New Facilities in Agios Nikolaos Approved

Iorgos Pappas

A project, valued at approximately 8.5 million euros, aims to upgrade the Higher School of Tourism Education of Crete (A.S.T.E.K.)

9 months ago

Beach Erosion in Agia Marina: Chania’s Leaders Respond After Urgent Town Hall Meeting

Manuel Santos

Chania’s mayor, local officials, and residents met on May 8 to address the growing crisis of beach erosion in Agia Marina.

9 months ago

May 9 Celebrations in Crete

Victoria Udrea

On May 9, local authorities, officials, and citizens in Crete gathered to commemorate the anniversary of the National Struggles and the acts of Resistance against Nazism and Fascism.

9 months ago

VOAK Contract Signing in Heraklion (Live Event)

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VOAK contract signing in Heraklion, attended by Prime Minister Mitsotakis, marks a key step for Crete’s 157 km Heraklion–Chania highway section.

9 months ago

Construction of the Heraklion Waste Treatment Plant Is Moving Forward

Manuel Santos

The Heraklion Waste Treatment Plant is currently under construction, with city officials, including Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos, inspecting progress in May.

9 months ago

Sitians Demand VOAK Connectivity

Manuel Santos

On Friday, Sitia residents staged a powerful demonstration in Heraklion, calling for the inclusion of the Agios Nikolaos–Sitia stretch in the VOAK road project.

9 months ago

Respiratory Risks in Crete: Official Guidance on Saharan Dust Exposure

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Local authorities reported on May 8, 2025, that residents and tourists in Crete face respiratory risks due to Saharan dust.

9 months ago

Samaria Gorge Safety Measures Amp Up

Manuel Santos

Samaria Gorge safety gets a serious upgrade, with new three weather stations, live weather alerts, and free helmets.

9 months ago

US Students Tackle the Future of Kastelli

Victoria Udrea

US students from SUNY ESF and the Hellenic Mediterranean University converge on Crete to explore applied sustainability and the future of Kastelli’s new airport.

9 months ago

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Government withdraws plan to lease Koufonissi beaches after backlash, raising fresh concerns over privatizing protected coastline.

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Wind gusts reached 121 km/h in eastern Crete while temperatures exceeded 17°C. Travel disruptions and local power cuts reported.

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2026-02-18 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion taxi owners begin a 48-hour strike at the airport over Article 52 of the Transport bill, citing unfair competition and market distortion.

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Crete’s olive oil harvest fell sharply this year, with eastern regions seeing losses up to 80%, while western Crete recorded better results.

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