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European Special Olympics Kayak Games and 25th 'Korissios' International Canoe Races at Lake Kournas

Athletes from across Europe will compete on Crete's only natural freshwater lake on October 31 and November 1 — and everyone is welcome to come and cheer.

October 29, 2026

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Historic Apokoronas football club Dafni Emprosnero relaunched after pitch upgrade

The village football club Dafni Emprosnero is back in local league competition after the municipality renovated its pitch using its own funds.

October 26, 2026

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Apokoronas asks regulators about plans for a 200 MW battery storage site on its territory

The municipality says it found out about major energy infrastructure plans affecting its land through rumours — and is now formally demanding the facts.

October 26, 2026

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Apokoronas publishes preliminary shortlists for Social Pantry jobs

Twelve applicants have been ranked for two 12-month posts at the Apokoronas Social Pantry — those who disagree with their placement can object from November 22.

October 21, 2026

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Oxi Day 2026: Apokoronas marks October 28 with ceremonies in Vamos and Vrysses

Church services, wreath-laying and school parades are planned for both villages — and organisations wanting to lay a wreath must register by October 27.

October 21, 2026

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Power cuts across Apokoronas and Chania district: Full schedule for October 18–22, 2026

Dozens of villages and neighbourhoods face planned electricity outages lasting up to seven hours — here is exactly when and where the lights go out.

October 18, 2026

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Free health checks come to Kavros on Monday, October 19, 2026

A mobile medical team will be in Kavros for four hours — residents can get blood pressure, blood sugar, oxygen levels and more checked on the spot.

October 16, 2026

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Wind farm planned above Asi Gonia: Apokoronas council votes unanimously against 52.8 MW project

Eight turbines nearly 185 metres tall and 15 kilometres of new and widened roads would cut through the White Mountains and Azilakos forest if the project goes ahead.

October 14, 2026

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Storm Warning for Apokoronas: Heavy Rain, Hail and Strong Winds Until Thursday

Civil protection authorities urge residents and visitors to stay well away from streams and river crossings as severe weather sweeps the Chania region.

October 13, 2026

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Apokoronas calls on all Chania municipalities to unite against White Mountains wind farm

Eight giant turbines are planned for the hills above Asi Gonia — and Apokoronas says protecting the White Mountains is everyone's fight, not just one village's battle.

October 13, 2026

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Apokoronas Mayor demands PM Mitsotakis halt 52.8 MW wind farm plan near Asi Gonia

In a fiery open letter, the mayor calls on Greece's prime minister to personally intervene before wind turbines permanently scar one of Crete's most cherished mountain landscapes.

October 12, 2026

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Apokoronas Council seeks structural engineer to assess ground-floor building

The municipality is looking for a qualified structural engineer to draw up a reinforcement study — offers must reach the town hall in Vrysses by October 15, 2026.

October 9, 2026

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Apokoronas calls emergency council meeting to fight new 52.8 MW wind farm plan

A company has filed plans for a major wind farm above Assi Gonia – and the mayor says the municipality will use every legal tool to stop it.

October 8, 2026

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Apokoronas declared disaster zone after October storms — €2.6 million recovery bid lodged

Seven areas including Georgioupoli and Stylos are now officially recognised as emergency zones, unlocking faster state support for battered roads and flood defences.

October 8, 2026

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Apokoronas marks 160 years since the Cretan Revolution with a ceremony in Vafe

On October 11, the village of Vafe hosts a moving tribute to the fighters of 1866 — with hymns, wreaths, poetry and traditional Cretan hospitality.

October 7, 2026

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Crete's Pylon Battle Comes to Athens: Science Night at the Polytechnic on November 11

Apokoronas Mayor Charalampos Koukianakis is calling on Cretans living in Athens to pack the National Technical University on November 11 for a landmark presentation on Crete's controversial high-volta

October 7, 2026

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Nine Apokoronas villages demand safe road access during BOAK highway construction

Residents of nine villages can barely reach the main road — and the mayor and community leaders are demanding immediate action from Athens.

October 5, 2026

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Apokoronas issues storm warning as heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten Crete this weekend

Residents and visitors are urged to stay off the roads and avoid streams from Friday evening through Saturday night as a serious weather system moves in.

October 2, 2026

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Power cuts planned across Chania region next week — check if your village is affected

From Kalyves to Vamos and Syrикari, DEDDIE is switching off sections of the grid for maintenance work between October 5 and 9.

October 2, 2026

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Apokoronas Council: The €76,056 bill covered multiple vehicles, not just one rubbish truck

The municipality hits back at the opposition, insisting documents clearly show the disputed sum paid for repairs across several council vehicles — not a single grounded lorry.

October 1, 2026

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All nurseries and preschools in Apokoronas to close Thursday due to severe weather

With a serious storm on the way, every nursery and preschool in Apokoronas — including the infant nursery in Kalyves — will be shut on Thursday, October 1, 2026.

September 30, 2026

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Red Alert: Apokoronas braces for dangerous storms from Wednesday through Sunday

Heavy rain, thunderstorms and violent north-easterly winds are set to batter the area – authorities have activated their highest emergency status.

September 30, 2026

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Apokoronas to install CCTV cameras at ten illegal dumping hotspots

Fed up with the same spots being turned into rubbish tips, Apokoronas is putting up cameras — and warning repeat offenders that the free ride is over.

September 29, 2026

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Power cuts in Georgioupoli, Kournas, Sfakia and beyond — check if your area is affected

DEDDIE has scheduled planned outages across the Chania region from September 28 to October 2 — some areas face up to seven hours without electricity.

September 25, 2026

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