SAN JAVIER, LOCAL NEWS

Thousands of homes in the Region of Murcia without drinking water after Dana AliceAround 100,000 people have been told the tap water in their homes is undrinkable following the floods at the weekend Dana Alice has left more than flooded roads for residents of Campo de Cartagena and further afield after tearing through the Region.. 17/10/2025

Mar Menor experts partly blame farmers for contaminating water supplyThe Taibilla Canal Association believes that land "modification" caused a "mud tsunami" in San Javier A question has been circulating among residents in several municipalities of the Mar Menor ever since Dana Alice forced the authorities.. 16/10/2025

What does a lifetime health insurance policy involve? When considering health insurance, it is essential to understand the different types of coverage available, as this will help ensure personal wellbeing both in the short and long term. One of the most important aspects is lifetime coverage, which means.. 16/10/2025

Water restored to parts of the Mar Menor, but it's still not drinkableEfforts to fully restore water supply in San Javier, San Pedro and Los Alcázares are still underway Residents in parts of the Mar Menor have seen a partial restoration of their water supply following the severe flooding caused by Dana Alice.. 15/10/2025

Water completely cut in these Mar Menor towns on Tuesday October 14The Taibilla Canal Association has interrupted water supply to several municipalities in the Mar Menor following the passage of DANA Alice The town councils of San Pedro del Pinatar, Los Alcázares and San Javier have announced that the.. 14/10/2025

Electric car charging points coming to San Javier streetsAyuntamiento unveils plan for new chargers, boosting sustainable travel and supporting visitors and locals San Javier is paving the way for a cleaner, greener future by rolling out electric car charging points across the municipality. The Ayuntamiento.. 14/10/2025

British resident's death sparks shock and protest at El Portús campsiteTragic loss of ‘grandmother of the campsite’ highlights eviction fears and distress The community at El Portús campsite near Cartagena is reeling after the tragic death of 82-year-old Margaret Stewart, who was found dead in her home.. 08/10/2025

Distractions now cause over a third of fatal road accidents in MurciaNew traffic crackdown targets dangerous driver behaviours to save lives Distracted driving has emerged as a leading cause of fatal accidents on roads in the Region of Murcia, responsible for 37% of deaths so far this year. This marks a worrying rise from.. 07/10/2025

Brand new luxury La Manga villa for €1,335,000 with Simply Spanish HomesWake up 25 metres from the Mediterranean in this incredible La Manga Playa Veneziola villa Simply Spanish Homes is delighted to present an exceptional new build villa in the sought after area of Veneziola, La Manga del Mar Menor. Positioned just 25.. 07/10/2025

Molina secures top spot as Murcia’s richest town with San Javier climbing fastIncome figures reveal shifting fortunes across the Region of Murcia’s municipalities Molina de Segura is once again the richest municipality in the Region of Murcia, with an average gross income of €32,691 for 2023. This marks its third consecutive.. 06/10/2025

Murcia photo of the month October 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Flight was the competition theme last month and, unsurprisingly, photos taken at ‘Aire25’ proved very popular with our photographers.. 02/10/2025

Spain Today Online acquires Indalo Restaurant and Health & Fitness GuidesYour definitive guides for dining, wellness and lifestyle across Murcia, Almeria and the Costa Blanca Spain Today Online is delighted to announce the acquisition of the Indalo Restaurant Guide and the Indalo Health, Fitness & Beauty Guide.. 25/09/2025

3-bed corner apartment on Roda Golf, San Javier for just €264,999 with Simply Spanish HomesThis stunning ground floor property is situated in the sought-after Phase 2 development of Roda Golf & Beach Resort Simply Spanish Homes is delighted to present this superb three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment located in the highly desirable.. 25/09/2025

Discover the vibrant new art gallery in Cartagena bringing global creativity to the heart of the cityAmerican artist Travis Moore’s space on Plaza de La Merced celebrates recycled art and a soon-to-launch international artists’ collective Cartagena’s art scene has a fresh new face thanks to a unique gallery founded by American artist.. 24/09/2025

Ground floor golf properties in Los Alcázares from €275,000 with Simply Spanish HomesStunning and modern villas in the exclusive residential development of La Serena Golf in Los Alcázares Set within the prestigious La Serena Golf resort in Los Alcázares, this new residential project offers a stylish blend of modern architecture.. 23/09/2025

Cuts at Ryanair raise concern for Murcia airport flightsThe Irish airline accounted for almost half of Corvera’s traffic between January and July this year As the summer flight season draws close to its end, which is usually at the end of October, and operations reduce until March 2026, Ryanair&rsquo.. 02/09/2025

Buying a house in Murcia just got cheaper: Lower taxes on property transfers and wealth tax from 2025Regional government reductions in the property transfer tax and wealth tax aim to attract investment in real estate As of July 25, 2025, the Region of Murcia government has implemented significant tax reductions affecting real estate transactions.. 30/07/2025

New IRPF deductions for residents in Murcia from 2025The new changes aim to promote health, sustainability and support for families and vulnerable groups A series of new deductions for Personal Income Tax, known in Spanish as the ‘Impuesto sobre la Renta de las Personas Físicas’ .. 30/07/2025

What is IBI property tax in Spain, how much is this council tax and do I have to pay it?Understanding this charge could save you money and is important to consider when buying a house IBI is one of the most important taxes in Spain and needs to be understood before investing in a property. In Alicante province it is often known..

EU confirms start date for non-Schengen travellers Entry-Exit System as ETIAS fee nearly triplesUK visitors to the EU will face biometric checks starting from October 2025, followed by a new visa-waiver scheme with a higher fee British travellers heading to the EU will face significant changes at borders starting from this October, as the long-awaited..