MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Santa Lucía Hospital had polyurethane cladding in its walls, like in fatal Valencia tower fireA day after the fire, health services have returned to normal in the Cartagena hospital, although investigations are turning up potentially worrying safety factors Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena is returning to normal activity following.. 27/11/2025

IN PHOTOS: What Santa Lucía Hospital looks like now The Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena, Murcia was the site of a large fire on Wednesday November 26 Much of Block 5 of the hospital was affected 113 patients across four floors had to be evacuated Investigators.. 27/11/2025

VIDEO: Major fire breaks out at Santa Lucía Hospital in CartagenaSeveral floors of the hospital had to be evacuated, but luckily no one was harmed and the blaze was put out in just 20 minutes   Incendio en el Hospital Santa Lucía de Cartagena. Esperamos que no haya daños personales y que.. 26/11/2025

It's nearly December but San Javier is already tackling summer heat in La MangaNative trees and shade structures to cool public spaces and combat heat island effect Even though December is rapidly approaching and many of us are starting to wrap up warm in the colder weather and think about the Christmas festivities, San Javier.. 25/11/2025

A runaway success for the hastily rearranged Gastromar festival in Los Alcázares!11,000 visitors consumed 19,000 tapas over the weekend in Los Alcázares This year’s Gastromar festival in Los Alcázares seemed to have the odds stacked against it being a success, as it had to be postponed from its original dates in.. 20/11/2025

New hidden mercury source discovered in Mar Menor lagoon raises environmental concernsGroundwater flow releases legacy mercury, threatening to increase toxic methylmercury as climate change worsens conditions A research team led by the Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM-CSIC) has uncovered a new, previously overlooked source of mercury.. 19/11/2025

La Torre Golf Resort launches Christmas box appeal for children in needMake a real difference this December with La Torre’s Christmas box campaign The spirit of giving is once again taking centre stage at La Torre Golf Resort, where residents are invited to take part in the 2025 Christmas box appeal.  .. 18/11/2025

Regional government refuses to fund recovery of San Javier beaches after DANA AliceSan Javier is taking legal action against the Ministry for its “indifference” and “contempt” following the October floods Murcia’s coastal authority and the Ministry for Ecological Transition is refusing to foot the bill.. 17/11/2025

Don't let inheritance be a headache for you and your familyEnsure your property is left to whomever you want and save your heirs hassle and money by making a Spanish will If you want to make sure that your Spanish property goes to the people you want after you pass away, or you need help to claim an inheritance.. 17/11/2025

Road improvement work coming soon to the RM-E35 in San Ginés and La AzohíaIt is not yet known when the €17,000 project will begin, nor how long it will take A project has just been greenlit to upgrade and improve the RM-E35 road in the municipality of Cartagena, along the entire section between kilometre point 0+000 and.. 14/11/2025

Murcia football teams compete against the big boys in the Copa del ReyCartagena face Valencia while Real Murcia and minnows Cieza play Cádiz and Levante The next round of this year’s Copa Del Rey, Spain’s prestige domestic football cup competition, features three teams from the Region of Murcia hoping.. 14/11/2025

Donaldson triumphs at La Manga Club in thrilling finale to Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals MoneyFour days of world-class golf, celebrity guests and record-breaking support mark a new high for Murcia’s premier sporting event   The Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals Money, once again brought La Manga.. 12/11/2025

Life is good for those over 60 in San Javier, a new study findsResidents enjoy better physical fitness than the national average, thanks to local sports programmes and sunny weather Many have long suspected life in San Javier was good, but now a recent study confirms it. Commissioned by the municipality’s Department.. 07/11/2025

Read the November edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the November issue of Home & Living! This edition is not only full of inspiring home and health articles, but you'll find so much more.....   Discounted tickets for IFEPA Automotive and Related Industries Show, where.. 03/11/2025

Cartagena Viva: the city in your pocket with everything you needA new app for residents and visitors makes navigating services, culture, and local life easier than ever If you live in Cartagena or are planning to visit, there’s now a handy new app that puts the city at your fingertips. Cartagena Viva, launched.. 24/10/2025

Curry's Los Alcázares plans spectacular New Year's Eve celebration with live music, a set menu and fireworksThe Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award-winning restaurant is laying on the party of the year for just €75 per person If you're looking for somewhere special to ring in 2026, Curry's Nepali and Indian Restaurant in Los Alcá.. 15/10/2025

Half-price water and waste bills for pensioners and large families in Los AlcázaresAyuntamiento launches new discount scheme for essential services, with applications open until Wednesday December 31 Residents in Los Alcázares who are pensioners or part of large families could see their water, sewage, and rubbish collection bills.. 10/10/2025

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

Registration open for 4th quarter Torre Activa programme for young teenagers in Los AlcázaresFree activities for 12- to 16-year-olds in a safe environment in Los Alcázares The Town Hall department of Youth has announced the programme of free activities for 12-to 16-year-olds for the last three months of 2025, with the “Torre Activa.. 23/09/2025

Understanding non-resident property taxes in SpainA guide to the IRNR and rental income tax obligations for foreign homeowners from LS Solicitors Non-residents who own property in Spain are subject to a specific set of tax obligations that can be unfamiliar and, at times, confusing. Among these are the..