Rethymno's fire service says the two seasonal firefighters died battling a blaze in strong winds, as evacuation orders remain in effect for several villages near the fire zone.

A 69-year-old shepherd who survived a shooting and the mutilation of his tongue told investigators he pretended to be dead to escape his attacker, as four suspects deny involvement in the attempted murder

The five-day celebration on Crete explores Zorba’s enduring cultural legacy through shows, workshops, and concerts

Police state that the group was involved in livestock theft, extortion, electricity theft, and fraudulent European Union subsidy claims, with investigators linking the suspects to years of criminal activity.

Three suspects are due before an investigating magistrate on Wednesday over the attempted murder of a 71-year-old shepherd on Crete, while police say that the gunman remains at large nearly two years after the attack

A forensic pathologist accused of accepting bribes was released under restrictive conditions after a six-hour hearing, while his lawyers insist there is no evidence to support the charges

A forensic pathologist and a toxicology professor appeared before an investigating magistrate in Chania after being charged with multiple offenses linked to a criminal network and falsified expert reports.

Newly released footage and intercepted conversations are adding to the case against an organized crime figure accused of extortion and ties to corrupt police officers in Crete

The suspect is believed to be a member of an international drug trafficking network, according to the Hellenic Police.

Europe’s top islands for water sports revealed, with Malta leading the ranking and Crete earning a spot among the continent’s most sought-after active escapes.

A 22-year-old Spanish woman was arrested at Heraklion Airport after allegedly transporting nearly 20 kilograms of cannabis from Barcelona, with investigators examining possible links to an international trafficking network.

Greek authorities are reviewing eight separate criminal cases as part of a widening bribery investigation involving a forensic pathologist and a toxicologist, both of whom deny the allegations.

Residents say thousands remain trapped by delays, unsafe homes and bureaucracy, with many forced to fund temporary repairs themselves as reconstruction continues at a slow pace

Newly released footage shows the moment a passenger ferry collided with a cargo vessel in Souda port, as crew members recount the panic and authorities launch an investigation into the incident

A violent clash between two 15-year-olds in Heraklion was recorded by peers and shared online, raising concerns over bystander behavior and youth violence.

The passenger ferry Elyros and a cargo ship collided during manoeuvres at Souda Port in Chania, Crete, causing only material damage. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident

A university student remains in critical condition following a road accident near a major research campus, prompting renewed calls for improved pedestrian safety and plans for infrastructure upgrades.

A landmark court ruling in Crete awards a doctor 20,000 euros for burnout, highlighting the toll of chronic understaffing in Greece's public hospitals.

Most prospective buyers come from Western European countries, including the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and the United Kingdom.

A 53-year-old man died after an ambulance overturned during an emergency transfer, while two paramedics and a nurse were injured. Ambulance workers are urging motorists to give way to emergency vehicles.