Legends of Crete

90 of Europe’s Oldest Breed – Kritikos Lagonikos – Registered On Crete

2021-09-15 by Phil Butler

This past weekend registration for 90 dogs of Europe’s oldest breed, the legendary Kritikos Lagonikos took place on Crete.

Beneath the Gates of Phaistos: A Story of Future Crete

2019-11-01 by Phil Butler

Beneath the Gates of Phaistos is a novel embracing the hidden secrets of the mysterious Minoan Civilization. It’s a journey into possibility.

Heraklion Debates Prettier Fencing for Blocked Lions Fountain

2026-06-18 By Mihaela Lica Butler

An emergency tourism meeting in Heraklion floats plexiglass walls and tourist viewing holes to fix the outrage over the wire-fenced Morosini Fountain.

Viannos Mayor Slams Athens Over Abandoned Rural Crete Infrastructure

2026-06-18 By Iorgos Pappas

Speaking at KEDED, Viannos Mayor Pavlos Baritakis exposed the harsh, dangerous reality of life in Crete’s interior.

Climate Action Crete: Regional Adaptation Hub Launches Public Digital Channels

2026-06-18 By Iorgos Pappas

The Regional Support Mechanism for Climate Change Adaptation in Crete launches official digital channels to share scientific data and track the island’s PeSPKA plan.