apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

University volunteers bring free health checks and peer learning to Apokoronas villages

Doctors, nurses and students set up a free medical clinic in Kournas while a peer-learning programme ran simultaneously at the Vamos secondary school.

March 2, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas votes unanimously to twin with Boston's Waterfront district

The municipal council has formalised ties with one of America's largest Greek communities — paving the way for student exchanges, cultural events and roots tourism.

March 2, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas council votes unanimously to route new highway and power line through shared corridor

The municipal council says running two major national infrastructure projects separately through the area would cause unnecessary land seizures, greater environmental damage, and avoidable costs.

February 27, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Almyrida sewage treatment plant clears key environmental hurdle

A €14.7 million wastewater project covering five coastal villages has received a positive environmental opinion — bringing modern sewage infrastructure a step closer to reality.

February 25, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Storm-hit citrus and avocado growers in Apokoronas have until February 27 to file damage claims

Farmers whose crops were battered by the February 15 windstorm have a narrow nine-day window to register their losses with the agricultural insurer ELGA.

February 17, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas pushes for joint planning of north Crete highway and high-voltage power line

The municipality wants both major infrastructure projects routed along the same corridor — while its court challenge against the power line's environmental approval is already underway.

February 9, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas municipality and Agia Sofia Foundation strengthen home care partnership

Older and vulnerable residents of Apokoronas continue to receive home support thanks to an ongoing collaboration between the municipality and the Agia Sofia Foundation.

February 6, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Former landfill site near Kalyves could become a football pitch

The municipality of Apokoronas has asked environmental authorities whether a remediated old dump site can be turned into a sports ground for local youth.

February 6, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Aspasia Papadaki, pioneering Cretan musician from Apokoronas, has died

The violinist, lyra player and composer from Plaka built her first lyra at 14 and spent her life breaking barriers for women in Cretan music.

February 3, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas water bills: four transition invoices before regular billing resumes in 2026

Households across Apokoronas will receive two more water bills by May 2026 to clear a backlog built up during the switch to a new water utility — here is what to expect and when.

February 3, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Kalyves kindergarten gets new €37,200 playground

Worn-out play equipment has already been removed from the Kalyves kindergarten yard — certified replacements are now being installed.

January 30, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

New Metropolitan elected for Kydonia and Apokoronas

Archimandrite Titos Tampakakis has been elected to lead one of Crete's most historically significant dioceses, which covers the whole of Apokoronas.

January 29, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas wins national award for newborn bonus scheme

The municipality introduced a cash payment for every newborn — and has now been recognised nationally for taking action where others have only talked.

January 26, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas challenges high-voltage power line route through the Madara at Greece's top court

Grid operator ADMIE has formally opposed the municipality's lawsuit — but the case presses on, backed by a National Technical University study.

January 15, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Crete fire service gets new regional chief as senior officer retires

Xenofon Tsilimigkakis takes command of Crete's regional fire authority as two officers step into key leadership roles across the island and the Aegean.

January 14, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Kalyves square road to close for 15 days from January 13 for urgent sewer repairs

The road through Kalyves' central platanos square will be shut for two weeks — here's how to get around it.

January 8, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas marks Epiphany with traditional blessing of the waters

The Orthodox feast of Theophania brought communities across Apokoronas together on January 7, 2026 for the annual cross-diving ritual.

January 7, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas municipality backs families with newborn grant scheme

The municipality of Apokoronas is paying a grant to families with newborns, signalling its commitment to keeping young families rooted in the area.

January 7, 2026

apokoronas press-release

apokoronas.gov.gr · auto-translated · Apokoronas

Apokoronas launches permanent newborn bonus — up to €2,500 per child

The municipality says it is the first in Greece to permanently enshrine a newborn payment in local law — and the move has prompted the national government to follow suit.

January 5, 2026

apokoronas press-release