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A Legacy of Courage: What “Oxi Day” Means to the World

2021-10-28 by Phil Butler

Today, the world celebrates “Oxi Day” and a time not so long ago when a few stood against the mightiest army ever assembled.

Resistance Fighter George Psychoundakis: The Legendary Cretan Runner

2019-08-22 by Phil Butler

The death of George Psychoundakis at age 85 in Chania marks in bedrock legendary Cretan forthrightness. Here is a part of his epic story.

Funding Approval Expected for Agia Pelagia Beach Restoration by Month’s End

2024-11-24 By Iorgos Pappas

Approval of €1.5M funding for Agia Pelagia beach restoration expected. Restoration plans aim for completion by the 2025 tourism season.

Crete Olive Oil Prices Collapse Bringing Sales and Production to a Standstill

2024-11-23 By Iorgos Pappas

Olive oil prices in Crete collapse to €5/L, stalling sales and halting harvest amid market shifts and worrying drought signs.

This Is Why Crete Doesn’t Have Railway Infrastructure

2024-11-23 By Mihaela Lica Butler

While Crete lacks railway infrastructure, officials dismiss plans, citing limited resources and prioritizing ongoing projects.

Vine & Wine Information Center Elevating Cretan Viticulture in Archanes

2024-11-23 By Iorgos Pappas

The Vine & Wine Information Center in Archanes aims to become a hub for education, tradition, and innovation in Cretan viticulture.

Crete’s Overbosses Target the Displacement of Traditional Cretan Beekeeping

2024-11-22 By Phil Butler

The mission seems clear now. Through their policy puppets in office, investors in Crete intend to make the island into a barren rock for producing energy and endless all-inclusive playgrounds. Their method and their planning ends up destroying one of Greece’s greatest treasures. How so, you ask? As it turns out, huge resorts with half […]

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