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Travel Alert: First West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Greece has recorded 91 West Nile virus infections and 8 deaths. The first case in Crete, a 60-year-old man from Heraklion, was confirmed.

5 months ago

Nationwide Test of Civil Defense Sirens on October 1

Kostas Raptis

On October 1, nationwide sirens will sound as part of the Parmenion-25 exercise. Citizens are advised that this is a test with no cause for concern.

5 months ago

Where Crete Hides Its Wild Orchids

Mihaela Lica Butler

Wild Orchids thrive in Crete because the island offers a mosaic of habitats from sea-salt scrub to high beech and pine.

5 months ago

Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

5 months ago

Desecration as Policy: Crete Mowed Under for Profiteering

Phil Butler

Crete has endured conquerors before. Venetians, Ottomans, Nazis — each carved their mark into the island, and then they were cast out in time. Today’s invaders don’t come with flags or rifles. They arrive with glossy brochures, investment prospectuses, and permits rubber-stamped in Athens. Their weapon is bureaucracy; their legacy is desecration. There are many […]

5 months ago

Heraklion Buried in Trash as Workers Call for State of Emergency

Arthur Butler

Heraklion drowns in garbage. Workers demand emergency status, blaming failed privatization and warning of health, image, and tourism risks.

5 months ago

Crete Debates Migrant Facilities Amid Safety and Health Concerns

Arthur Butler

Crete faces tension over migrant facilities. Locals fear permanence, while experts push for organized infrastructure over chaos.

5 months ago

Too Many Cats, Too Little Care

Victoria Udrea

Crete’s stray cats define the island’s streets, but overpopulation raises problems for locals and tourists.

5 months ago

Illegal Poisonings Target Stray Animals in Heraklion

Victoria Udrea

Stray cats and dogs in Heraklion face rising poison attacks. Authorities remind citizens that animal poisoning is a criminal offense.

5 months ago

Humidity and Poor Ventilation Make Cretan Homes Prone to Mold Infestations

Victoria Udrea

Cretan homes face recurring mold from humidity and poor ventilation. Residents scrub walls as officials tout sustainability but ignore damp reality.

5 months ago

Aposelemis Shutdown Sparks New Water Supply Problems in Heraklion

Mihaela Lica Butler

Repairs remain undefined, raising concerns for residents, businesses, and tourism.

5 months ago

Crete on High Fire Alert as Summer Risk Peaks

Iorgos Pappas

Civil Protection places Crete under high fire risk. Citizens urged to stay alert, avoid sparks, and protect homes and nature.

5 months ago

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Ierapetra Port Expansion Plan

New Infrastructure Planned for Fishing and Tourist Boats in Ierapetra

2026-03-11 By Arthur Butler

A new study for the Ierapetra port expansion plan promotes new infrastructure and more space for tourist and fishing boats.

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New Smart Bus Stops in Heraklion Offer Charging and Solar Power

2026-03-11 By Kostas Raptis

The Municipality of Heraklion has installed 12 new smart, energy-independent bus stops in key locations across the city as part of the “Heraklion Smart City” project, aimed at improving daily life for residents and visitors. The new stops are powered entirely by solar energy and allow users to charge mobile devices, use lighting, and access modern […]

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Anti-war Rally Announced in Chania on March 12 at 19:00

2026-03-11 By Arthur Butler

Anti-war rally in Chania on March 12 at Municipal Market Square. Protests planned in Heraklion and Rethymno amid concerns over Souda Base.

Chania Firka Fortress Recreated Digitally

Firka Fortress Rebuilt Digitally to Show Venetian-Era Chania

2026-03-11 By Kostas Raptis

HMU researchers created a 3D reconstruction of Firka Fortress in Chania using 17th century maps, revealing the monument as it looked during Venetian rule.

Crete Hotel Bookings Freeze resilience

Crete Shows Resilience While Everyone Watches Oil Prices

2026-03-10 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Crete tourism remains stable despite Middle East tensions, says Chania Chamber of Commerce, as bookings slow and officials prepare an action plan for a possible crisis in 2026.

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