MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Road to Bolnuevo coves to be protected against rainwater damageImprovements will include new drainage ditches, speed bumps and signage to preserve the path and boost safety The road leading to the coves of Bolnuevo, one of Mazarrón’s most visited natural attractions, is set to undergo improvements.. 02/06/2025

Ghanaian community leads by example in Lorca anti-litter campaign150 Ghanaians in Lorca will remove chewing gum from the city streets next Sunday In Lorca, powerful example of civic integration and community responsibility is being set by a group often overlooked in debates about immigration. The Association.. 02/06/2025

Summer waste collection times at Condado de AlhamaA revised schedule aims to keep the resort clean and in good condition during the busy season Residents and property owners at Condado de Alhama are advised of the new summer waste collection schedule in place for July and August. The community administration.. 30/05/2025

La Isla Lake pest treatment schedule announced for Condado de AlhamaA revised weekly timetable aims to control the presence of rantelles through coordinated efforts by three pest control companies   A new treatment schedule has been put in place at the La Isla lake on Condado de Alhama Golf Resort to prevent and.. 30/05/2025

Two Camposol residents missing without a trace for a month nowThe search has intensified for missing Ecuadorians José Patricio and Edwin Guillermo, with authorities investigating possible foul play The Guardia Civil has been scouring a rural area of Mazarrón by land and air in an ongoing search.. 29/05/2025

Lorca prepares for scorching summer with new street awningsWith temperatures inching towards 40ºC, Lorca is extending the sun shades over more city centre streets Temperatures are tipped to hit the high-30s in Lorca this week during what’s shaping up to be one of the hottest Mays of all time. As.. 28/05/2025

Mazarrón Town Hall votes to tackle Camposol garden waste problemCouncillors have supported a further motion to clear the long-neglected flytipping hotspots, but volunteer neighbourhood groups still remain key as there is no concrete strategy yet   In a plenary session of the Mazarrón Town Hall this.. 28/05/2025

First ever Iberian lynx cubs born in LorcaThe Murcia government claims that this is a "historic milestone" in the conservation of this species After a very shaky start, the ambitious project to reintroduce the Iberian lynx to the Lorca highlands has celebrated its biggest success.. 28/05/2025

Read the June edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the June 2025 issue of Home & Living! The Home & Living Magazine, previously known as the Costa Calida Chronicle, has been supplying useful local information of interest to a loyal readership base for all that time. It is available.. 27/05/2025

Ona Hotels considers introducing day pass for Hacienda del Álamo residents to use the poolThe hotel says it is exploring options to balance the comfort of guests with access to the local community The Ona Hotel at Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort has announced that it is considering introducing a paid day-pass system to allow local.. 27/05/2025

Record haul of ecstasy from boat in the Region of MurciaGuardia Civil seize 100,000 pills and arrest captain intercepted off coast of Mazarrón The drugs found on board the boat The Guardia Civil have seized more than 100,000 ecstasy pills from a boat off the coast of Mazarrón... 26/05/2025

A new sculpture for the entrance foyer of the historic Teatro Guerra in LorcaThe muse Terpsichore joins a twin sculpture of Thalia by Rafael Pi Belda in the oldest theatre open in Murcia The Teatro Guerra in Lorca holds the distinction of being the oldest theatre still open in the Region of Murcia, having first welcomed members.. 26/05/2025

Three Murcia beaches go head to head for Best in Spain awardTwo beaches in Cartagena and one in Lorca are competing for the 2025 crown Playa de Calblanque   Three stunning beaches on the Costa Cálida have been shortlisted in the race to be crowned Spain’s best beach in this year&rsquo.. 23/05/2025

TJ Electricals Euronics Camposol stocks V16 lightsV16 lights will replace emergency triangles throughout Spain from January 2026 From January 1, 2026, all drivers in Spain will be required to carry a V16 emergency light in their vehicle. This compact, high-visibility beacon will replace the old roadside.. 22/05/2025

Trucker heading to UK stopped on A-7 in Murcia for driving under the influence of cocaineThe articulated lorry driver posed a serious risk to other road users as he was weaving across lanes on the A-7 motorway The Guardia Civil has intercepted a 50-year-old truck driver who tested positive for cocaine after being reported by several motorists.. 22/05/2025

Alhama de Murcia's central square to undergo major green transformation this JuneA new sustainable and accessible public space will soon take shape in the heart of the town Work on the long-awaited remodelling of the Plaza de la Constitución in Alhama de Murcia is set to begin in the first half of June. The project, announced.. 21/05/2025

Residents at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia living the high life to stay fit and alert!Social activities and interaction are key elements of the care provided at the DomusVi centre in Murcia The past few weeks have been a busy time for residents at the DomusVI centre in the outskirts of the city of Murcia, with a series of social activities.. 16/05/2025

Lorca's Cala de Calnegre earns national award for beach excellence... again!Environmental and tourist improvements help secure 2025 Ecoplayas flag for one of Spain’s most beautiful unspoilt beaches   Cala de Calnegre, one of the most picturesque and untouched beaches along the Lorca coastline, has once again earned.. 14/05/2025

Important change to TV services at Condado de Alhama resortDue to the growing size of the community, the engineer will no longer be responsible for tuning owners’ televisions The Condado de Alhama community management team has shared the news that, as of Monday May 12, 2025, there has been a “.. 14/05/2025

Listening to the deep: Mazarrón escarpment leads the way in fight against ocean noiseCutting-edge marine project puts Murcia on the map in protecting whales and dolphins from noise pollution   A Murcia-based project is using cutting-edge science to understand and reduce the impact of marine traffic on whales and other vulnerable.. 13/05/2025