Free guided tours for staying overnight in Lorca hotels!
The rewards scheme in Lorca represents a boost for both tourist accommodation businesses and visitors! The latest figures for tourism relating to 2025 in the city and municipality..

Murcia drivers lost two days and six hours to traffic jams in 2025
TomTom reveals steady 30% congestion and Friday rush-hour nightmares Ever found yourself glaring at a sea of brake lights on Espinardo interchange wondering if you'll ever..

5G high-speed internet coming to a town near you as Murcia expands coverage
Thanks to recent rollouts by MasOrange, Telefónica, and Vodafone, rural towns are finally getting high-speed internet Telecoms in the Region of Murcia are moving fast..

Protected birds at risk as dangerous power lines in Murcia remain unsafe after crucial deadline
A year-long deadline to adapt dangerous high-voltage lines has passed, and around 50 owners still haven't submitted safety plans The regional government has been pushing..

More than 100 illegal immigrants land on Murcia coast in a wave of overnight arrivals
Boats came ashore at San Pedro del Pinatar, Águilas and Cartagena, with at least 17 children among those on board More than 100 migrants reached the coastline of the Region..

Former San Javier hospital reassigned for use as large hotel
The prime frontline building in Santiago de la Ribera can now be used again for its original purpose The regional government of Murcia has reassigned the building in Santiago..

Murcia weekly weather forecast February 23-26
The stable conditions and pleasant temperatures continue all this week Murcia weather forecast, Tuesday February 24   Murcia can look forward to another stretch..

Cartagena Port gets high-tech X-ray van for cruise passenger checks
Electric vehicle boosts security and sustainability with sharper scans and zero emissions Cartagena Port Authority is gearing up with a new electric van fitted with cutting..

Carlos Alcaraz continues his winning streak with a win at the Doha ATP 500
The 22-year-old World No.1 from El Palmar in Murcia extended his unbeaten start to the year, beating Arthur Fils to claim his ninth ATP 500 title Not long after becoming the..

Mazarrón suggests improvements to the RM-332 widening plan
Strategic alterations would be beneficial when the Mazarrón-Puerto becomes a dual carriageway It has been announced by the Town Hall of Mazarrón that two formal objections..

The campaign to bring the Iberian wolf back to the Region of Murcia
A national conservation group is pushing for a reintroduction plan, but Murcia officials say the time isn't right A national conservation group is calling on the Murcian..

Murcia steps up wild boar controls as 20,000 culled each year
Eight new trap cages added amid swine fever concerns and growing urban incursions Wild boar wandering into housing estates, rooting through farmland and appearing on local..

Camposol Business Association supports campaign for year-round A&E service in Puerto de Mazarron
It is now 15 years since the 365-day service was dropped by the Murcia health service The Camposol Business Association has offered its help to remedy a situation which has..

Six planets are lining up in the Spanish sky this February 28
The best views in Spain will be an hour after sunset, according to NASA The universe is handing us a rare treat this Friday February 28 when six planets will be visible..

British woman dies in shocking Totana car crash while driving with her family
Investigators are examining whether distraction played a role in the collision between a family van and a lorry in the Region of Murcia A 42-year-old British woman has..

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..

Ryanair fires back as AENA pushes for a 21% hike in Spanish airport fees
The latest row over airport charges could mean pricier flights and fewer routes for travellers to and from Spain Tensions between airlines and Spain's airport operator..

Step by step guide on registering your electric scooter on the Spanish DGT Vehicle Registry
Registration now compulsory throughout Spain before you can take out civil liability insurance If you own an electric scooter in Spain, you probably already know that 2026..

How oysters are being used in the Mar Menor as water temperatures rise
These native flat oysters help clean the water and support the Mar Menor's ecosystem Scientists are continuing to study how native flat oysters (Ostrea edulis) can play..

Prado masterpieces hit Murcia's streets this summer
San Javier and three other towns to host travelling exhibition of 50 iconic works San Javier is gearing up for a cultural treat, with the Region of Murcia and Iberdrola Foundation..

Spain's minimum wage keeps rising - so why aren’t most salaries keeping up?
Experts say recent hikes mainly lift the lowest earners while average pay still lags behind Europe When Spain signed off the latest minimum wage rise to €1,221 a month earlier..

Totana rally back on track as Sierra Espuña Park boundaries change
A small area around La Santa has been removed from the park to let the pilgrimage and rally continue Murcia’s Regional Assembly has approved a law changing the boundaries..

Over 10,000 hospital appointments cancelled in Murcia as doctors' strike hits
This is the fifth strike since June and has disrupted thousands of consultations, diagnostic tests and surgery appointments Murcia's hospitals have felt the full impact..

Spain's 2025 Income Tax simulator is now live: Check if you owe money or get a refund
The Spanish Tax Agency tool lets you preview your Renta result without needing a Cl@ve or digital certificate The countdown to this year’s Spanish income tax campaign..