MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Murcia hospitals under fire over negligence claims and long waitsPatient Advocate reports 430 cases in 2025 while reputation rankings slip Murcia's public hospitals are facing growing scrutiny over patient complaints, lengthy waiting lists and declining national reputation. New reports paint a challenging picture.. 20/01/2026

Get your new V16 emergency beacon at TJ Electricals Euronics CamposolHead down to the store on Sector B, Camposol where you’ll find a great range of emergency lights If you still haven’t picked up your new V16 emergency light, TJ Electricals Euronics Camposol has you covered. Head to their store on Sector.. 20/01/2026

Mazarrón awaits court order to tackle rat-infested homeAyuntamiento says it is legally barred from entering private house but is treating surrounding streets Mazarrón’s Ayuntamiento says it is ready to carry out an intensive clean-up at a rat-infested home on Pablo Picasso Street, but cannot.. 20/01/2026

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with SpainoraIndependent guides to properties, golf, beaches & lifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping clients discover the best of Spain's Mediterranean coast. From the Costa.. 20/01/2026

Byzantine warehouse uncovered at Puerto de Mazarrón digExcavation reveals 2nd-7th century port structures next to marina Puerto de Mazarrón's rich history just got richer. Archaeologists working on a building plot opposite the marina, right by the Guardia Civil barracks, have uncovered Roman and.. 20/01/2026

Health insurance in Spain for expats: What you need to knowA guide from InsureSpain on choosing the right health insurance for expats and accessing care across the country Spain is a top destination for expats thanks to its warm climate, vibrant culture and high quality of life. One crucial aspect of settling.. 19/01/2026

Decklid Auto in Mazarrón stocks mandatory V-16 emergency beaconsStay safe and fully compliant with Spain’s 2026 regulations with DGT-approved V16 lights, available now at Decklid From 2026, all vehicles in Spain are required to carry V-16 emergency warning beacons, bright yellow lights designed to make you.. 19/01/2026

New Year specials at The Salon Camposol: Everything you need to feel pamperedTreat yourself to some well earned self care with January offers at the Salon Camposol Hair & Beauty Salon Now that the excitement of Christmas and New Year has faded, January can feel a little long, cold and grey. The decorations are down.. 19/01/2026

Celebrate Cartagena Carnival 2026 this Valentine's Day with Raquel Tours night tripRaquel Tours invites you on a special guided evening trip to one of Murcia’s most spectacular parades   February in Cartagena means one thing above all else. Carnival. And in 2026, one of the most spectacular events in the Region of.. 19/01/2026

Murcia fishermen to strike as EU rules branded “unworkable”Fresh fish markets to close while fleet protests new catch controls and threat of €5,000 fines Fishermen across the Region of Murcia are planning to tie up their boats and shut the markets today in protest of new EU catch-control rules that they.. 19/01/2026

Camposol waste collection point to be cleared and opened for garden waste onlyMazarrón Council meets Camposol Business Association with information about how the garden waste collection point will operate The Camposol Business Association have been given information at a recent meeting with Carmen Navarro, the Mazarr.. 19/01/2026

Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areasGuardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed a violent robbery gang behind over 50 break-ins at gas stations and homes.. 16/01/2026

Lorca to receive €1 million to repair roads and infrastructure after March stormsState funding will support repairs as the town continues recovering from heavy rain damage Lorca will soon receive close to €1 million from central government to help repair roads and other municipal infrastructure damaged by the severe storms.. 16/01/2026

48,000 euros for improvements to popular Lorca hiking pathThe Cejo de los Enamorados route takes walkers into the mountains west of Lorca The hiking path of the Cejo de los Enamorados, in the mountains to the west of the city of Lorca which stretch all the way to boundary between Murcia and Andalucía.. 15/01/2026

Pre-registration now open for the gruelling Ruta de las Fortalezas run in CartagenaThe 53-kilometre course visits castles, fortresses, gun batteries and old city walls belonging to the military history of Cartagena The initial pre-registration opens on Thursday 15th January for the 15th annual edition of the Ruta de las Fortalezas de.. 15/01/2026

Alhama de Murcia offers free parking to shoppers until the end of FebruaryShoppers can park in the centre of Alhama for up to two hours free during the winter sales Alhama de Murcia Town Council is rolling out a new initiative aimed at supporting local businesses, offering shoppers up to two hours of free parking in the.. 14/01/2026

Plans move forward for new desalination plants on the Alicante and Murcia coastsThe Torrevieja and Águilas facilities should increase the water supply in southern Spain Another step forward has been taken towards building two new desalination plants in Torrevieja and Águilas, which together could supply up to 150.. 14/01/2026

Camposol collision leads to legal action for drunk drivingA driver is facing court after a crash in Camposol Sector D, that caused serious damage to a house Mazarrón police have taken legal action against a driver suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The incident occurred.. 14/01/2026

Free Spanish-language tours of Lorca in Spanish January 2026Discover the most important buildings of the old city centre on a 90-minute tour of Lorca! For those with enough understanding of the Spanish language these free tours of the city of Lorca are a great way to see the historic city and some of its most important..

Lorca adds new cemetery tour to its array of tourism attractionsDelve into the history of Lorca at the cemetery of San Clemente! The city of Lorca continues to broaden the range of its tourism activities and the latest addition to the offer consists of guided tours of the cemetery of San Clemente, located south of.. 13/01/2026