MURCIA REGION

Saharan dust pushes Murcia's air quality to dangerous levelsLorca records the worst air quality in the region as tiny dust particles reach up to three times the safe limit Murcia is struggling with very poor air quality this week as Saharan dust sweeps across the region. Every monitoring station is showing.. 05/03/2026

Murcia weekend weather forecast March 5-8: The rainstorms and wind refuse to let upMore wet weather in store for this weekend, accompanied by some blowy periods and a couple of large thunderstorms Murcia weather forecast, Friday March 6   This weekend in the Region of Murcia is forecast by the State Meteorological Agency.. 05/03/2026

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates Starting a new life in Spain means embracing new experiences, traditions and a different way of life. To fully enjoy this new stage, it is essential to feel protected. For this reason, having health insurance with medical, surgical and hospital cover.. 05/03/2026

Lo Pagán's Esplanade and new bike lane feature in €5 million makeover for San Pedro del PinatarOver the next three years, 25 projects will improve the streets, public spaces, sports facilities and services in the town The San Pedro del Pinatar Town Hall has revealed a major plan to improve Lo Pagán, with 25 projects and more.. 05/03/2026

The Mar Menor makes history with its own representatives in courtThis is the first trial of its kind since the Mar Menor was granted legal personhood in 2022 Three and a half years after the Spanish Parliament recognised the legal personality of the Mar Menor and its basin, and a year after the Council of Ministers..

Ceutí set to dive into summer pool fun after 25-year wait€1.6 million project will end the Murcia region's last pool-less town by 2027 After nearly three decades without a public summer swimming pool, Ceutí Ayuntamiento has unveiled plans to build one, making it no longer the only municipality.. 05/03/2026

Cartagena gets to work on shade canopy after last summer's heatwave criticismOvernight crews are installing support cables on one of the city's busiest shopping streets, Calle del Carmen Work has begun on installing the main cables that will support a new shade system over one of Cartagena’s busiest shopping streets.. 05/03/2026

Digital life in Spain is getting easier for expatsFrom banking apps to online shops, settling in has never been simpler Moving to Spain used to mean choosing between stunning views and everyday conveniences like fast internet or familiar services. Those days are fading fast. Whether you're in a bustling.. 04/03/2026

Murcia proposes giving Asian coffee and meat pie official tourist statusOne Region of Murcia party is strongly against the move, calling it “a load of nonsense” Asian coffee from Cartagena and Murcia’s famous meat pie could soon be officially recognised as tourist attractions under a new regional law.. 04/03/2026

Águilas launches charity drive in support of Sahrawi refugee campsResidents of Águilas have been asked to donate essential supplies like food, nappies and hygiene products A new charity campaign has been launched in Águilas to collect essential supplies for Sahrawi refugees living in camps in the Algerian.. 04/03/2026

Spain bucks global trend as child obesity rates dip2.1 million kids affected but numbers set to fall further Spain stands out in the latest World Obesity Atlas 2026, released today on World Obesity Day, as one of just 15 countries worldwide to see a drop in childhood obesity and overweight rates among.. 04/03/2026

San Javier pulls the plug on El Mirador Biogas Plant following mounting community pressureThe town hall points to technical issues and a lack of local support as residents celebrate a hard-won victory After years of debate and months of intense local pressure, the proposed biogas plant in El Mirador will not go ahead, at least for now.. 04/03/2026

Cartagena port braces for cruise boom this springDozens of ships from luxury yachts to mega-liners set to bring thousands of visitors Cartagena is already preparing for a busy spring, with investments like the high-tech X-ray van for cruise passenger checks introduced last month to smooth operations.. 04/03/2026

Floating pontoons planned for Los Nietos, Playa Honda and other Mar Menor beachesCartagena has asked for permission to install docks from March to December each year until 2030 Plans have been put forward to install floating pontoons on five beaches along the Mar Menor which would make the popular bathing spots easier and safer.. 04/03/2026

Mercadona turns surplus food into support for Murcia familiesSupermarket chain steps up its donations as part of a wider drive to cut food waste in 2026 Mercadona is putting its food waste prevention plans into action this year, with a major push to turn unsold but perfectly good food into help for people who need.. 04/03/2026

Spain's miserable winter weather could finally be coming to an end, according to the UNLa Niña, which has been driving unpredictable weather across Spain and much of the world, could give way to calmer conditions between March and May It feels like Spain's weather has been all over the place since the start of the year. Warm.. 04/03/2026

So much disruption is expected to Spanish trains that Renfe is creating its own bus replacement companyThe rail giant invests €61.5 million to ensure smoother alternative transport as competition heats up Renfe has announced a major shake-up to its approach in managing disruptions in Spain. The rail operator will create its own bus company in a bid.. 04/03/2026

Specialist divers are heading into the Mar Menor to tackle the invasive algae choking the lagoonLos Alcázares is the first to get the green light to manually remove Caulerpa prolifera from the Mar Menor Copious amounts of rain over the last few months means that the Mar Menor is facing a growing algae problem, and one local council has.. 04/03/2026

European Bizum arrives: Free instant payments across Germany, Portugal, Italy and the Nordics from 2026Spanish mobile payment system joins forces with Wero, MB Way, Bancomat and Vipps MobilePay to allow cross-border transfers across 13 countries Free instant payments between Spain and much of Europe are set to become a reality from 2026, after Bizum agreed.. 04/03/2026

Trump threatens to cut all trade with Spain over Iran spatThe US president’s latest outburst comes after Spain refused to allow the United States to use air bases on Spanish soil as part of the “illegal” war against Iran US President Donald Trump has threatened to cut off all trade with.. 03/03/2026