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Crisis Looms for Lassithi Olive Oil Amid Drought and Policy Failures

Mihaela Lica Butler

Due to severe drought, Olive oil production in Lasithi (Λασίθι) has crashed to 30%. Olive growers face bleak prospects.

9 months ago

Ancient Olympia Site Revives Roman Bathhouses for an Extended Visitor Experience

Iorgos Pappas

Restoring Roman Grandeur (Because History Is Cooler With a Bathhouse) Ancient Olympia has always been known for its classical glory. But did you think the Romans just stopped by for the games and left nothing behind? Tucked along the eastern bank of the Kladeos River lies a Roman bathhouse complex from the 2nd century CE. […]

9 months ago

10th International Olive Oil Competition Coming to Chania – May 2025

Victoria Udrea

Chania welcomes the 10th International Olive Oil Competition, May 8-10, 2025. Local leaders unite to spotlight Greece’s olive oil heritage.

9 months ago

Water Supply Problems Hit Heraklion After Tylisos Pipeline Failure

Kostas Raptis

DEYAI announces potential water supply problems in Heraklion (Mastampas, Therisos, Atsalenio, etc.) Due to Tylisos pipeline damage.

9 months ago

Crete: Depleted Dams Signal Summer Water Crisis. Again.

Iorgos Pappas

As Crete’s dams dry up due to prolonged drought, water scarcity threatens the island. Here’s how officials are dealing with this situation.

9 months ago

New Rockfall in Kourtaliotiko Gorge Raises Safety Concerns in Rethymno

Mihaela Lica Butler

A new rockfall in Kourtaliotiko Gorge on Tuesday morning alarmed Rethymno’s residents and officials. Safety upgrades are underway to prevent future accidents.

9 months ago

Ready for Rethymno Carnival 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know

Iorgos Pappas

Rethymno Carnival 2025 kicks off February 9. Theme “Step Into the Light,” featuring parades, music, and fun till the grand finale on March 2.

9 months ago

Chrysostom Street Multi-space: A Cultural Hotspot Breathing New Life into Art

Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s newest culture hotspot, the Municipal Gallery’s Multi-Cultural Center, a multi-use event space, is a must-visit.

9 months ago

800 Spots, Sensors, and a Dash of Hope for Heraklion’s General Parking Nightmares

Kostas Raptis

Backed by the Smart Cities program and the Recovery Fund, this project will introduce 800 parking spots, sensors, and new enforcement officers to the city center and surrounding areas.

9 months ago

This Sunday, A Laid-Back Nature Walk in Crete’s Messara Plains

Manuel Santos

Join the Heraklion Nature Lovers Association on Sunday, February 2, 2025, for a scenic and easygoing nature walk through Crete’s Messara Plains.

9 months ago

Rosewood Blue Palace Postpones Grand Debut to 2026

Victoria Udrea

Rosewood Blue Palace, located in Elounda, Crete, will now open in 2026 instead of 2025, as it was initially announced in 2023.

9 months ago

Water Pipeline Installation: New Connections Disrupt Areas Near Nea Alikarnassos

Iorgos Pappas

Starting January 29, water pipeline work will impact traffic, residents, and tourists in Nea Alikarnassos, Koroni Magara, Agia Aikaterini.

9 months ago

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