Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headache
A new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those..

What are the pros and cons of voting to ban tourist rentals in my community?
Communities across Spain are holding EGMs to decide whether or not to continue allowing tourist rentals in their buildings, resorts and urbanisations, which has left many people..

It's July and Cartagena is worried it won't have enough stalls for its Christmas market
Vendors are thin on the ground so Cartagena has extended its application deadline to fill the festive stalls You could either say they’re jumping the gun or they’re..

Bibliobús mobile library returns to Lo Pagan promenade in San Pedro
The ‘Summer of Books’ initiative will run every Thursday morning during July and August San Pedro del Pinatar’s popular book bus is back for the summer, bringing..

Europol's most wanted fraudster caught hiding out in Alicante
Fugitive behind €1.2 million scam arrested in Pilar de la Horadada after three-month police hunt A man featured on Europol’s Most Wanted list has been arrested in the Alicante..

Cartagena chiringuitos finally start to open after countless delays
After months of red tape and frustration, some Cartagena beach bars are back just as summer hits its stride It’s been a long and bumpy road, but Cartagena’s chiringuitos..

New owners set to take over FC Cartagena
The ailing side need a post-relegation rebuild, but fans are divided as to whether the new investment fund coming in as owner is the one to do it FC Cartagena has undergone..

Two sections of Murcia's Northwest Arc now open to traffic
The long-awaited bypass is expected to significantly ease congestion in the Region, though full completion is still pending Two key sections of the Northwest Arc bypass..

There is one region of Spain that doesn't have those typical black bulls by the side of the road, symbol of the country
The enormous Osborne bull silhouettes can be found along roadsides all across Spain and first appeared way back in 1956 Among all forms of Spanish heritage and symbolism..

17-year-old diver dies off Bolnuevo coast
The teenager was found at a depth of 14 metres near the islet of Cueva de Lobos A 17-year-old freediver was found dead this Thursday July 10 after disappearing off the..

Cartagena Council demands urgent safety upgrades at Villas Caravaning campsite
Inspection reveals serious fire risks and planning violations, prompting new enforcement orders The long-running saga at the Villas Caravaning campsite in Playa Honda continues..

Spain considers making carpooling mandatory in busy areas
The DGT plans to implement a new series of measures to alleviate traffic congestion in some cities The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain is pushing forward..

Holy Jubilee Year begins in Cehegín on July 25
The Jubilee celebrates the 300th anniversary of the arrival of the figure of the Virgen de las Maravillas in Cehegín On 25th July 2025 a year-long Holy Jubilee Year begins..

Archaeology digs begin in Alhama at Cabecico Redondo and Las Paleras
The two-week project brings together experts, students and locals to explore the town’s ancient heritage The latest edition of the Alhama de Murcia Archaeology Work Camp..

Resale homes now available to purchase at Santa Rosalía Lake & Life Resort
Take this chance to move in straight away and enjoy lakeside living near the Mar Menor Real estate agents MGP have recently listed a number of resale properties at the..

Murcia weekend weather forecast July 10-13: Hot and humid
The storms affecting other parts of Spain will barely reach down as far as Murcia this weekend Murcia relative humidity, Friday July 11   The humidity is rising..

Camposol green waste area goes up in flames
The garden waste plot near the golf club caught fire this Wednesday This Wednesday July 9, the green waste area on the lower part of Camposol Sector C behind the Golf Club..

Goodbye plastic bags and tiny toiletries: UK airports starting to scrap the 100ml liquid rule
Travellers flying from Birmingham or Edinburgh can now carry up to 2 litres of liquid in their hand luggage Nineteen years after it was first introduced, the strict 100ml liquid..

Murcia expands 'Meals on Wheels' service for older people living alone
Murcia City Council will provide nearly 90,000 home-delivered meals to people over 65 with limited support Murcia City Council has launched a plan to improve support for..

From forest to freeway: Spain sees surge in animal-related road accidents
A third of all traffic accidents now involve animals Traffic accidents involving animals have doubled in Spain over the last decade, with more than 36,000 incidents reported..

Mar Menor jellyfish population could explode in the coming weeks
Anti-jellyfish nets will only be installed in four key locations along the Mar Menor this summer The decision has been made to erect anti-jellyfish nets on four Mar Menor..

Prime Day picks and peculiar purchases: the best of Amazon's big summer sale 2025
From Kindles to cat fountains, this year’s Prime Day deals are weird, wonderful and well worth a look Amazon Prime Day has officially hit Spain! From Tuesday July 8 to Friday..

Summer mobile library returns to Águilas beach
The book bus will be parked near the seafront in the Águilas village of Calabardina every Monday this summer The super-popular mobile library is back in Playa de Calabardina..

Alhama de Murcia dog parks to undergo disinfection spray treatment
The disinfection treatments in ‘canine recreation areas’ will be taking place next week   The Town Hall of Alhama de Murcia has released a communiqué to inform people..