Following 10 rapid-fire storms in six weeks, Spain is already running out of names
Francis, Goretti, Harry, Ingrid, Joseph, Kristin, Leonardo, Marta, Nils and Oriana have arrived in mainland Spain in just a month and a half Spain is racing through its..

High-speed rail link between Lorca and Vera approved by the Spanish government
The €108 million project will cover 61.5 kilometres and four stations, bringing Murcia closer to Andalucía The Spanish Council of Ministers has officially authorised..

Three more convictions for illegal wastewater dumping in the Mar Menor
The latest guilty verdicts follow the dumping of wastewater from unauthorised desalination plants, adding to the ongoing pollution crisis in the lagoon The conviction of..

Supreme Court sets strict limits on wolf hunting in Spain
Killing of wolves allowed but only as last resort to protect livestock The long-running debate over wolf protection in Spain has taken another turn, after years of political..

More than 100 residents evacuated in Cieza as 38-metre chimney threatens to collapse
Emergency crews cleared around 40 homes in Cieza after residents reported the structure swaying and engineers confirmed a real risk of collapse More than 100 residents..

Jumilla restaurant awarded prestigious Repsol Guide recognition
La Casa de los Abuelos is run by the winery of Bodegas Viña Elena Restaurants in the Altiplano area in the north of the Region of Murcia seem to be attracting a good deal..

Public parking in Murcia is now as expensive as Madrid
Drivers could pay a staggering €300 more a year depending on where they park in Murcia Anyone who regularly drives into Murcia city centre will know that finding a space..

New open water swimming lanes planned for two Cartagena beaches this summer
Boats and jet skis will be banned from the 500 metre training lanes in Cabo de Palos and La Azohía Swimmers in Cartagena can look forward to dedicated sea swimming lanes..

Restoration continues at the Convent Church of San José in Caravaca
The splendid church and convent were founded in Caravaca by Santa Teresa de Jesús 450 years ago The Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz, with support from the regional government..

Missing Murcia woman tells of 22 months of captivity and terror
Escaped victim describes beatings, threats and psychological control as neighbour recalls the night she fled A 38-year-old woman who says she was held captive for nearly two..

Finally, Murcia's weather takes a turn for the better: Weekly forecast February 16-19
The wind is forecast to ease off, at long last, bringing sunny skies and a rise in temperatures Murcia weather forecast, Wednesday February 18   After pretty much..

Spain unveils €23 billion fund to tackle the housing crisis
The money will be used to build 15,000 homes throughout Spain each year President of the Government Pedro Sánchez has announced a major new fund designed to pump billions..

Fire in Cabo Tiñoso brought under control after burning nearly 100 hectares
Emergency teams brought the fire under control, but not before 80 caravans had to be evacuated and two hikers rescued The forest fire that broke out on Saturday evening..

Murcia to oppose the national plan to declare European eels endangered
Murcia pushes back on eel protections to support local fishing in the Mar Menor The story of the European eel in the Mar Menor has been developing over the past few months..

2-bedroom apartment for sale at Terrazas de la Torre Golf Resort, Murcia for just €124,999 from Simply Spanish Homes
This first-floor property at Las Terrazas de la Torre features a renovated kitchen and fitted wardrobes throughout A first-floor apartment at Las Terrazas de la Torre Golf..

Murcia housing prices surge by more than 30% in coastal areas
San Javier, San Pedro and Los Alcázares have seen some of the sharpest increase in the last few months Housing prices in the Region of Murcia continue to climb month by..

Los Narejos shopping centre gets a second life as the new Mar Menor Leisure Centre
After years of neglect, the former Las Velas centre is being transformed and will reopen this summer with six cinemas, outdoor terraces and fresh energy There’s finally..

Guardia Civil seizes fake designer goods worth €116,000 at Puerto de Mazarrón street market
Officers uncovered hundreds of allegedly counterfeit jewellery items, watches and handbags during a routine inspection at the popular weekly market   Shoppers browsing..

Murcia will reduce class sizes for children starting Primary school in September
Class sizes will drop from 25 to 22, giving teachers more time to support each child from the start Starting next September 2026/2027, children in Murcia who are beginning..

Discover Murcia's latest historical attraction: An underground car park with views of the medieval city wall
A new glass enclosure reveals Murcia’s 12th‑century La Muralla del Sol while protecting it for future generations Visitors parking in the Glorieta de España in Murcia..

Lorca brings in earlier bin collection times in winter following concerns from elderly residents
The new rules will allow rubbish to be put out from 5.30pm throughout Lorca during the colder months Lorca City Council is making progress in drafting a new General Ordinance..

Spain's minimum wage set to rise 3.1% to €1,221 per month as government signs off on increase
The pay increase will be backdated to the start of the year for minimum wage earners across Spain   We’re already half way through February but the news Spain’s minimum..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 in Almería felt across southeast Spain
The shallow tremor near Tabernas recorded shortly before 1am this morning was noticeable as far away as Jaén, Granada and Murcia An earthquake with an estimated magnitude..

Lorca's fibromyalgia association celebrates brighter future with renewed town support
Ayuntamiento renews AFILOR’s lease on its larger La Viña headquarters, giving stability and space for vital therapies and support The Lorca Association of Fibromyalgia and..