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A Greek military helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing near Kastelli in Heraklion, Crete, prompting a mobilization of authorities. There were no immediate reports of serious injuries from the incident.
A broad meeting was held in Heraklion, Crete, focusing on strengthening operational readiness for the 2026 fire season, attended by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Evangelos Tournas.
The funeral of the 40-year-old former partner of Eleftheria Giakoumaki, who committed suicide approximately 24 hours before her body was found, is taking place today in Heraklion, Crete, following her murder.
Two separate fatal tractor accidents have occurred in Heraklion, Crete, resulting in the deaths of an 86-year-old and a 58-year-old man. Both incidents involved individuals engaged in agricultural work.
The pre-congress of the New Democracy party is underway in Heraklion, Crete, with the presence of Prime Minister and party leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will travel to Heraklion, Crete, on Monday to preside over a meeting on water scarcity measures and attend a New Democracy pre-conference.
Greece's New Democracy party is holding its fourth pre-congress event in Heraklion, Crete, on Monday. The event is part of a tour by politician V. Kikilias.
Firefighters successfully rescued an elderly woman from her apartment in Heraklion, Crete, after a strong fire broke out. The woman was safely evacuated from the burning residence.
The traditional "Burning of Judas" custom in Heraklion, Crete, resulted in significant damage to the urban environment, drawing strong criticism from Deputy Mayor Antonis Perisynakis.
Emergency services were alerted to a fire that erupted on an apartment balcony in Heraklion, Crete, shortly after 1:00 PM on Holy Thursday, with two fire engines and six personnel dispatched to the scene.
Residents of Heraklion, Crete, have reported that groups of minors are throwing Molotov cocktails in the courtyard of Saint Barbara's Church, causing distress among the local community.
Two brothers in Heraklion, Crete, were sentenced to 8 and 6 months in prison respectively after a minor dispute escalated. The siblings, who are also neighbors, exchanged insults and filed mutual complaints at a police station, leading to their conviction by an autonomous court.
Heraklion, Crete, recorded maximum concentrations of African dust at 826 μg/m3 on Wednesday, significantly exceeding the human health limit of 50 μg/m3, with similar exceedances observed across the entire island.
A significant landslide occurred in Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, causing a large volume of rocks to detach and fall into the sea, also affecting a hotel balcony.
A new person has been added to the list of accused in the Borizia vendetta case in Heraklion, Crete, following an anonymous email, concerning the murder of 39-year-old Fanouris Kargakis and the subsequent death of a 56-year-old woman.
Landslides occurred on the BOAK highway in Megala Chorafia, Chania, and in Heraklion, Crete, following severe weather, causing traffic disruptions.
Police in Heraklion, Crete, arrested a 30-year-old man following a complaint from his 27-year-old estranged wife that he was stalking her.
A scandal has erupted in Heraklion, Crete, after two middle school boys used artificial intelligence to create and distribute nude photos of ten underage female classmates to other students.
Authorities in Heraklion, Crete, have uncovered an extensive network involved in the illegal trafficking and exploitation of migrants, operating under the guise of an office.
Greek police launched an operation in Heraklion, Crete, to dismantle a network exploiting foreign nationals, resulting in 20 arrests. The large-scale operation is ongoing across multiple regions including Heraklion, Lasithi, Athens, and Thiva.
Police in Heraklion, Crete, arrested a 15-year-old boy who was found driving a car without a license and had a blank pistol in the glove compartment.
Two sisters, aged 22 and 26, from a village in Heraklion, Crete, who were infected with meningococcal disease, are being treated under close medical supervision. The two women are hospitalized in the ICU...
Two individuals, aged 59 and 48, were arrested in Heraklion, Crete, by the Organized Crime Suppression Department, after over 3,000 firecrackers, a revolver, and cartridges were found in their possession.
Families of 18 students from Heraklion, Crete, on an educational trip in Cyprus are experiencing anxiety due to the escalating regional conflict. The students and two teachers are from the 4th Evening EPAL of Heraklion.
Police in Heraklion, Crete, have arrested a 19-year-old and a minor in connection with eight theft cases, solving various types of property crimes.
The ship 'Ithaki' is scheduled to travel to Heraklion, Crete, on Wednesday, April 29.
A tragic incident occurred in Heraklion, Crete, where a 30-year-old nurse of Albanian origin died by suicide on Thursday afternoon after taking a large quantity of pills.
A 43-year-old woman, Eleftheria Giakoumaki, who had been reported missing, was discovered shot dead inside her car in Heraklion, Crete. Her 38-year-old ex-partner was also found deceased nearby, prompting authorities to investigate a potential femicide.
Unknown vandals have decapitated the bust of renowned musician Nikos Xylouris in Heraklion, Crete. Images of the damaged monument have circulated following the incident.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to visit Heraklion, Crete, tomorrow, Monday, April 20, for a series of institutional and political activities.
PASKE, led by Yiannis Panagopoulos, secured a significant victory in the GSEE elections held at the conclusion of the Confederation's 39th Congress in Heraklion, Crete.
The 39th Congress of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) is set to open tomorrow, April 16, and run until April 19 in Heraklion, Crete.
A violent incident involving two Palestinian men, aged 26 and 32, occurred in Heraklion, Crete, on Monday evening, resulting in both individuals being hospitalized with injuries.
A 60-year-old man was arrested in Heraklion, Crete, on Saturday for violations of weapons legislation and domestic violence.
A 63-year-old woman in Heraklion, Crete, was hospitalized after being subjected to domestic violence by her brother, who allegedly attacked her for not giving him money.
An elderly woman is again on trial in Heraklion, Crete, for setting fire to the house where she lived with her bedridden husband, an incident that previously shocked the local and national community.
A tragic incident occurred in Heraklion, Crete, where a 63-year-old man died after falling from the roof of a 6-story building, with initial indications pointing to suicide.
A delegation from Alpha Bank's management, led by Vassilis Psaltis, conducted a three-day visit to Heraklion, Crete, holding meetings with bank executives and local leaders.
Strong winds caused panic at a popular market in Heraklion, Crete, overturning two vans and tents, according to local reports.
Heraklion, Crete, is hosting the 53rd "Career Day" organized by the Public Employment Service (DYPA), an open event connecting job seekers with businesses on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
An Egyptian man reportedly broke into a home in Heraklion, Crete, threatening two women and an elderly couple with a knife before being apprehended.
Members of a human trafficking organization, dismantled last week, are continuing to give their testimonies in Heraklion, Crete, as judicial proceedings move forward.
A large criminal organization involved in human trafficking through labor exploitation and illegal migrant smuggling was dismantled by authorities in Heraklion, Crete, with details on their operations revealed.
The trial has commenced in the Mixed Jury Court of Heraklion, Crete, concerning the death of three-year-old Angelos in February 2025, following severe abuse.
The health condition of the 26-year-old woman from Heraklion, Crete, who was infected with meningococcus, is now stable and very good. The woman subsequently developed a very...
Police authorities in Heraklion, Crete, have filed a case against a 41-year-old foreign inmate after an improvised skewer was found in his cell during an operation at Alikarnassos Correctional Facility on Friday night.
A fire erupted in the early hours of the morning at a store selling ecclesiastical items on Agiou Mina Street in the center of Heraklion, causing disruption in the city.
Police in Heraklion, Crete, arrested two individuals, aged 59 and 48, after discovering over 3,000 firecrackers, a revolver, and ammunition in their possession.
S. Famellos is scheduled to visit Heraklion, Crete, on Monday, where he will speak at an event organized by the N.E. SYRIZA-PS Heraklion.
A 47-year-old driver, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed his car into a parked vehicle before hitting the storefront of a mini-market in Heraklion, Crete, causing a disturbance early Thursday morning.
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is set to present his new book, 'ITHACA,' in Heraklion, Crete, an event that will include a speech from the author and participation from various personalities.
Police in Heraklion, Crete, are analyzing security camera footage to reconstruct the movements of a 40-year-old suspect shortly after the murder of a 43-year-old woman in Dafnes, concluding the crime was methodically organized.
Urania Melabianaki-Xylouris, the widow of renowned Greek musician Nikos Xylouris, expressed her bewilderment regarding the recent vandalism of his bust in Heraklion, Crete.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended a meeting in Heraklion, Crete, focused on measures to address water scarcity in the region.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to visit Heraklion, Crete, on Monday to preside over a meeting focused on measures to address water scarcity in the region. He will then participate in a discussion.
The Minister of Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis, inaugurated a police catering club in Heraklion, Crete. He emphasized the importance of security for residents and visitors, stating that 'there is a state, there is order, there is law' in Crete.
Two roommates, aged 26 and 32, from Palestine, were involved in a violent altercation in Heraklion, Crete, stabbing each other before being hospitalized and subsequently arrested.
A large fire broke out at a rental car parking lot in Heraklion, Crete, early Monday morning, prompting an alarm for the fire department. The blaze started just before 1 AM.
Authorities in Heraklion, Crete, arrested a 44-year-old woman for possessing 736 firecrackers. The arrest was part of ongoing checks conducted ahead of Easter.
A tragic incident occurred in Heraklion, Crete, where a man reportedly ran over his relative with a car following an argument over livestock differences.
A young man in Heraklion, Crete, is accused of violating numerous traffic laws during a police chase and resisting arrest by DIAS police officers on Sunday afternoon.
A 65-year-old accountant was found dead in Heraklion, Crete, after reportedly falling from a balcony, with authorities investigating the circumstances of the tragedy.
A prominent pathologist in Heraklion, Crete, has died by suicide, causing deep sadness in the community. His wife discovered him deceased in their home.
A 17-year-old girl, Maria D., who had been reported missing, was located by police in Hersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, and subsequently taken to a hospital for medical examinations.
The new international airport in Kastelli, Heraklion, Crete, is entering its final phase of development, with significant progress on infrastructure and technological equipment, including a 3,200-meter runway, making it one of Greece's largest airports.
My market, a supermarket chain, is continuing its growth in the Greek market with a €7 million investment for its first corporate store in Heraklion, Crete, and a renovated store in Alimos.
The local community in Heraklion, Crete, is shocked after two 14-year-old middle school boys created AI-generated nude photographs of their female classmates and distributed them to other minors.
The trial for the death of 3-year-old Angelos, which occurred on January 26, 2025, is currently underway at the Mixed Jury Court of Heraklion, Crete.
Police in Heraklion, Crete, have solved 16 fraud cases, including seven completed and nine attempted, with the total proceeds amounting to 14,170 euros; a 23-year-old suspect was also arrested.
The Public Employment Service (DYPA) is continuing its employment support initiatives by organizing its 53rd 'Career Day' in Heraklion, Crete, on Saturday, March 28.
The two sisters, aged 22 and 26 respectively, from a village in Heraklion, Crete, who were infected with meningococcus, continue to be under close medical observation.
The president of SYRIZA PS, Sokratis Famellos, emphasized from Heraklion, Crete, that there is no agricultural and developmental policy in Greece, standing in solidarity with the working class.
86 migrants were found in two separate incidents in boats off the coast of Kaloi Limenes, Heraklion, Crete, and have been brought to shore.
After a complete renovation, a retro apartment in Heraklion, Crete, was brought into the present, acquiring a pop-minimal character that loves pastels and design. Old houses with mosaics and...