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CORAL Cold Snap: Heraklion Opens Emergency Shelters for Homeless During Harsh Weather

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Emergency Shelters Open to Protect the Vulnerable As weather patterns take a drastic turn with the CORAL cold snap erupting across Crete, Heraklion’s Municipality has activated its emergency support facilities for homeless individuals. The forecast predicts severe chills, sporadic heavy rain, and snowfalls starting Wednesday night, February 19th, prompting city services to act swiftly. To […]

1 year ago

Crete’s Garbage Problem: Will Smart Underground Recycling Bins Make a Difference?

Iorgos Pappas

Crete rolls out 20 smart underground recycling bins in select villages to tackle garbage mismanagement.

1 year ago

Heraklion Philharmonic Orchestra Brings Carnival Rhythms to Life

Iorgos Pappas

Celebrate the Carnival season in Heraklion with vibrant musical walks and concerts by the Heraklion Philharmonic Orchestra. Events start February 20 – don’t miss out!

1 year ago

CLIMPACT: Crete Joins Greece’s Fight Against Climate Change

Manuel Santos

Crete steps up at Greece’s CLIMPACT network meeting in February 2025. Local leaders push for climate action in agriculture and tourism.

1 year ago

Heraklion Invests $1.2M in the Fight Against Potholes

Victoria Udrea

Heraklion launches a $1.2M road repair plan with a two-year deadline. Funded by city resources, it tackles potholes, expands sidewalks, and bolsters safety.

1 year ago

Help Find Johann Williams: Missing Alert Issued for 21-year-old German Tourist Who Disappeared While Hiking in Crete

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Johann Wolfgang Williams, 21, vanished near the Samaria Gorge, Crete, on February 13, 2025. Use the Use the Missing Alert app to help find him.

1 year ago

Weather Alert: Icy Front Coral to Hit Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Greece braces for freezing waves starting Wednesday as mountainous areas, including Crete, expect snowfall and plummeting temperatures.

1 year ago

Hotel Employees Call for Improved Conditions Amid Wage Negotiations

Victoria Udrea

Hotel employees demand better conditions and wage increases as tourism profits rise. Union pressures the government for stricter oversight and improved unemployment aid ahead of the new season.

1 year ago

Olive Oil Tastings Are Now Part of the Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia Experience

Mihaela Lica Butler

At the Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia, olive oil tastings immerse visitors in Crete’s cultural heart.

1 year ago

Elafonissi Beach Crowned No. 1 in the World for 2025

Mihaela Lica Butler

Elafonissi Beach in Crete has been named nr. 1 in the latest edition of Travelers’ Choice® Awards: Best of the Best Beaches for 2025.

1 year ago

Diktaean Cave Still Closed: Accessibility Upgrades and Delays Explained

Manuel Santos

The Diktaean Cave Still Closed—A timeline for its accessibility updates and enhanced infrastructure remains unclear despite a €16M investment and approvals.

1 year ago

Chania Carnival 2025 Kicks Off with a Wild Night of Music and Dance

Kostas Raptis

Chania Carnival 2025 launched with music, dancing, and dazzling performances on February 16. Thousands enjoyed the Souda venue despite bad weather.

1 year ago

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