On May 21st, Natura 2000 Day, the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy approved Special Environmental Studies (EPM) 2B1 and 11b for Natura 2000 network areas in Thessaloniki, Chalkidiki, Arta, and Preveza.

Burglars were caught on camera stealing €20,000 worth of goods, including designer glasses, from an optical store in Chalkidiki, Greece, carrying the stolen items in a box.

Moundovina is a rare and potent traditional Greek spirit, over 45% alcohol by volume, originating from the mountainous region of Arnaia, Chalkidiki, where beekeeping is a way of life. Made from honey, it is considered an ideal digestive and remedy for colds.

An international three-day event focused on experience, wellness, and gastronomy is being prepared in Chalkidiki, promising a new "feat" of experiences in the region.

Two sheepdogs trapped on rocks in the swollen Olýnthios river in Chalkidiki, Greece, were dramatically rescued by citizens and local authorities following intense rainfall.

Authorities in Chalkidiki, Greece, have launched a search for a 39-year-old prisoner who escaped from the Kassandra agricultural prison during a nightly count.

A police operation is underway in Thessaloniki and Chalkidiki, Greece, targeting members of the Turkish mafia who have sought refuge in the country, with the aim of locating and arresting those involved in organized crime.

Authorities in Chalkidiki, Greece, are on high alert after forest workers discovered human remains in a bag. A forensic examination is expected to shed light on the macabre finding.

The middle 'finger' of the Chalkidiki peninsula, Sithonia, is described as embodying the essence of rural Greece with its forests, undeveloped coastlines, and tranquil villages.

Coastal erosion is causing significant concern in Chalkidiki, Greece, as the sea gradually encroaches on land in several seaside areas, posing serious risks to infrastructure and homes, particularly in Nea Potidaia.

The Skouries mining project in Chalkidiki, Greece, is on its final stretch, with initial production expected in the third quarter of 2026 and commercial operation by the end of the year.

A 32-year-old Ukrainian man attacked a family with a knife in a luxury residential complex in Chalkidiki, Greece, injuring them because he believed they were Russians. The incident caused panic on Saturday evening.

Authorities in Greece have identified a member of a transnational criminal organization responsible for phone scams that defrauded dozens of elderly individuals in the Thessaloniki and Chalkidiki regions.

A rare wooden seal from 1912, depicting a double-headed eagle and symbolizing Christ's triumph over death, was found in Chalkidiki and will be used to revive the traditional 'Gourgounas' custom.

Greek politicians are demanding an investigation into the causes of a serious accident that occurred at the Skouries mines in Chalkidiki, calling for accountability from those responsible.

A large-scale police operation targeting organized crime is underway in the Thessaloniki and Chalkidiki regions of Greece, resulting in one arrest and eight detentions.

Authorities were put on alert after the gruesome discovery made by forest workers in Chalkidiki, who found a woman's body parts inside a bag during their work.

The Skouries mining project in Chalkidiki, Greece, is 94% complete and is set to begin production in the third quarter of 2026, boosting the economy and the country's role in critical raw materials.

Twenty-one dogs were found dead in Chalkidiki, Greece, after being poisoned with bait in an act of animal cruelty. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

A fire that broke out at an abandoned factory located on the Thessaloniki-Moudania National Road in Chalkidiki was brought under control by the Fire Service. The incident occurred around 2 PM.

The "Gourkgounes," traditional breads offered as a sign of respect and family love, are being revived as an Easter custom in Chalkidiki, Greece. A rare wooden seal depicting a double-headed eagle, dated 19xx, is used for the dough.

An extortion ring operating in the regions of Pieria, Chalkidiki, and Thessaloniki, targeting shopkeepers, street vendors, and other individuals, has been dismantled after a months-long police investigation.

Human remains discovered on a beach in Kassandra, Chalkidiki, have led to a man claiming they belong to his father, whom he had buried himself. This marks the second such incident in the region.

Lidl Hellas has completed a 1.5 million euro renovation and expansion of its store in Ierissos, Chalkidiki, aiming to strengthen its presence in the region.