Seventeen people have been arrested in a significant operation against cannabis trafficking in the Vega Baja area, specifically in the towns of Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, Guardamar del Segura, and Rojales. The operation, named ‘Acido Veintitres’, was led by the Guardia Civil who uncovered a criminal network that was posing as cannabis associations. Authorities initiated this investigation after reports were made to the Anti-Drug Special Prosecutor's Office regarding a newly registered […]

A fire erupted along the Tajo-Segura transfer channel in Orihuela Costa on Sunday afternoon, raising concerns among local residents. The alert came in at six PM, leading to a swift response from emergency services to prevent the flames from reaching nearby homes. Due to the fire's proximity to several urbanisations, level one of the Special Plan against Forest Fires was activated. The fire originated in a wooded area and rapidly […]

Salvamento Marítimo conducted a rescue operation on Saturday night, saving fourteen individuals, among them one minor, from a boat forty miles off the Alicante coast. The Red Cross confirmed that the individuals, aged between seventeen and sixty-two, are of Maghreb origin and have been provided with immediate care at the Alicante port. Most of those rescued are in good health, although two have been transferred to medical facilities for further […]

A two-year-old girl has died after drowning in a private swimming pool in Finestrat today. The Centro de Información y Coordinación de Urgencias reported that they received the emergency call around twelve forty. An ambulance from the Servicio de Ayuda Médica Urgente rushed to the scene to provide assistance. Prior to the arrival of emergency personnel, family members attempted basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation with guidance from a CICU doctor over the […]

Yesterday, Torrevieja celebrated Europe Day with a spectacular gala at the International Auditorium. The event was hosted by Francisco Reyes and began with opening speeches by Mayor Eduardo Dolón and Councillor Gitte Lund Thomsen, who highlighted the importance of European unity. They spoke about the shared values of the European community, reinforcing the notion that together Europe promotes economic well-being and peace. The audience were treated to the European Anthem, […]

A truck overturned inside the AP-7 tunnel in Pilar de la Horadada early this morning, leading to the tragic death of the driver. Witnesses reported that a tyre burst caused the driver to lose control, resulting in the vehicle rolling onto its side and catching fire. The blaze intensified due to the presence of flammable materials in the truck's load, creating thick smoke that filled the tunnel. The driver was […]

The Guardia Civil has apprehended four individuals in Elche under Operation ‘Uncover’ for allegedly defrauding over one million euros in public subsidies intended to promote employment. The subsidies, which were co-funded by the Generalitat Valenciana and the European Social Fund, were reportedly misdirected towards personal expenditures, including the purchase of high-end vehicles. Additionally, two more individuals are currently being investigated. The operation followed a complaint lodged by LABORA, the Valencian […]

The Youth Council of Torrevieja has initiated the Vive-T Personal Development Programme aimed at supporting young individuals. This new initiative, in collaboration with the Youth Department of the Alicante Provincial Council, will provide a series of workshops dedicated to essential topics such as emotional education, mental health, and the development of healthy lifestyles. With increasing awareness of mental health issues among teenagers, including rising rates of anxiety, eating disorders, and […]

A sea turtle, named Nuca, has successfully returned to the ocean after being rescued from Torrevieja harbour in February. This morning's release took place from a boat in Torrevieja waters, featuring participation from local officials, including the Mayor, Eduardo Dolón, and environmental professionals. Dolón praised the Oceanogràfic team for their dedication to Nuca's recovery and looks forward to its potential return for nesting in local beaches. Nuca was discovered trapped […]