MURCIA NEWS

Normality begins to return to Torre Pacheco after a week of unrestLocal businesses report disruption but welcome signs of calm following police action and arrests After a turbulent week marked by violence, tension and xenophobic unrest, Torre Pacheco is beginning to return to normality. The town, home to 40,000 people..

Fire near Puerto de Mazarrón forces homes to be evacuated this FridayThe blaze has spread from a rubbish dump to forest land A large fire has broken out near Puerto de Mazarrón this Friday afternoon, July 18, sending a thick column of black smoke billowing into the sky and alarming residents and beachgoers as.. 18/07/2025

Three boats abandoned in the Mar Menor as illegal activities surgeMar Menor coastal authorities are taking a much tougher line this summer against activity that could damage the lagoon Illegal boat parties and anchoring in protected areas of the Mar Menor have always been a problem, but the issue is escalating this.. 18/07/2025

Plans move ahead for new marine reserve around Cabo CopeRamonete and Puntas de Calnegre residents have been invited to share their input on the project Lorca City Council will hold a meeting with residents of Ramonete and Puntas de Calnegre next week to discuss plans for a new Marine Reserve of Fisheries.. 18/07/2025

How to sleep better in Spain's sticky summer nightsTop tips for staying cool and getting some shut-eye when it’s hot, humid and air con isn’t an option   If you’ve ever tried to sleep through a summer heatwave, in Spain or anywhere else, you’ll know it’s not just the heat..

Yecla approves new central parking spaces to ease congestionUp to 50 additional spots are planned around calles España and Hospital as part of the €88,000 investment Yecla is set to significantly expand its parking capacity with the approval of new surface parking spaces in the central-eastern.. 18/07/2025

Villas Caravaning beach reopened to swimmersThe water had been off limits earlier in the week due to the presence of E. coli The Civil Protection Service of the City Council of Cartagena reopened the beach of Villas Caravaning to bathing this Thursday July 17 after the Environmental Health.. 18/07/2025

Águilas gets a new bike lane connecting the railway bridge to the seafrontThe EU-funded project has transformed the degraded urban space into an accessible route for pedestrians and cyclists Águilas is getting more bike-friendly with a brand new cycle lane and pedestrian path that connects the Railway Bridge to the.. 17/07/2025

Olive oil prices crash by 46 per cent but not all Spanish food costs are cooling downSpain's ‘liquid gold’ has fallen 48% from its peak as grocery inflation drops to more manageable levels Remember when buying olive oil felt like a luxury purchase? Those days might finally be over. Spain's beloved ‘liquid.. 17/07/2025

Corvera Airport continues the upgrades with new toilets for ostomy patientsThe Region of Murcia International Airport has put in brand-new loos adapted for people with ostomy bags Regional travel hub the Murcia International Airport in Corvera now has toilets adapted for people with an ostomy bag to change in an effort to.. 17/07/2025

Murcia braced for another 40-degree heatwave this weekend: Weather forecast July 17-20Take care of yourself and look out for others, especially the elderly or vulnerable, during heatwaves The weather forecast for this weekend in the Region of Murcia is for an unbroken spell of bright sunshine and temperatures going up to sweltering.. 17/07/2025

Rents in Spain can be hiked up by 2.10 per cent this monthThe latest rent increase limit applies to contracts signed after Spain's housing law came into effect in May 2023 Millions of renters across Spain are facing potential rent increases this month as landlords gain the ability to raise monthly payments.. 17/07/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025

Red flag raised to stop swimmers going in the water at Villas Caravaning beach after E. coli detectedThe closure is motivated by the results of a water sample taken on July 14 indicating the presence of unhealthy levels of bacteria The red flag which denotes that going in the water is prohibited on a beach is flying this Wednesday July 16 on the.. 16/07/2025

Spanish airport theft ring exposed in major Guardia Civil crackdownSixty-six arrested and thousands of euros worth of high-end goods recovered in a coordinated sting operation at airports across Spain   A major criminal network behind a string of organised thefts at Spanish airports has been dismantled by the.. 16/07/2025

'Spectacular' lighting overhaul for Lorca castleNew LEDs will use much less electricity and will be adjustable for different occasions Lorca council is going to spend over €300,000 to renovate the ornamental lighting on its iconic castle. This significant investment will literally.. 16/07/2025

Spain's dream of a shorter work week just got put on hold againWith strong opposition to the proposal, doubts have been cast over whether the working day in Spain will be reduced at all There’s been a bit of a blow for employees throughout Spain as it looks increasingly unlikely that the legislation needed.. 16/07/2025

Mazarrón council begins clearing Camposol green waste areas after possible arson attacksA firefighters’ report has stated that the recent fires could be the work of arsonists The Camposol green waste disposal area on B Sector has begun to be cleared, in what is the first phase of a Mazarrón Town Council commitment to rid.. 16/07/2025

Cartagena to be flooded with cruise passengers this ThursdayThree liners with 9,000 tourists on board are due to stop over in the city’s port The cruise liner season for Cartagena will hit its peak this Thursday July 17 with the arrival of three liners bringing almost 9,000 tourists. July is.. 16/07/2025

More arrests and unrest in Torre Pacheco as disturbances continueThe street violence is still ongoing in the Mar Menor town, albeit on a smaller scale now The situation continues to be tense in Torre Pacheco, where far-right agitators are still travelling to the normally quiet Mar Menor town to – in their.. 16/07/2025