In a historic event for wildlife conservation, the Region of Murcia has welcomed the birth of three Iberian lynx cubs in the wild, marking a significant achievement just two years after the species was reintroduced to the Lorca Highlands. This event, shared by Regional President Fernando López Miras, highlights the region's conducive environment for the reproduction of this endangered species. The three cubs are offspring of Urtsu, a female lynx […]

A man was arrested in San Javier for alleged document fraud following a confrontation at a hotel. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when hotel staff contacted emergency services after the man displayed aggressive behaviour when asked for his payment and identification. He reportedly damaged hotel property and filmed staff members before leaving the premises shouting. Local police located the man nearby and he presented a photocopy of what he […]

A fire broke out at the Naval Hospital late last night, sending panic amongst those residing in the facility. Fortunately, official reports indicate that no injuries resulted from the incident. Initial investigations suggest the fire may have been caused by electrical overload during ongoing maintenance work in the building. Firefighters managed to extinguish the flames without any casualties reported. Emergency services arrived promptly, containing the situation and ensuring the safety […]

The Torrevieja Council has positively resolved the environmental assessment for the Villa Amalia partial plan, which proposes the construction of sixteen blocks of nine storeys each. Currently, the area is restricted to buildings no taller than three storeys, leading to concerns from the Directorate-General of Coasts about the visual impact on coastal regions. The Urbanism department, headed by Mayor Eduardo Dolón from the People’s Party, approved the proposal, although major […]

In San Miguel de Salinas, three individuals were injured in a collision involving two vehicles on the CV-95 on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services, including a unit from the Servicio de Atención Médica Urgente (SAMU) and firefighters from the provincial consortium based in Torrevieja, responded promptly to the scene of the accident. Medical teams treated a seventy-two-year-old woman for an ankle fracture, a seventy-six-year-old man for chest trauma, and a thirty-eight-year-old […]

The Guardia Civil in the Region of Murcia has initiated an investigation dubbed 'Hot Lemon' targeting three entrepreneurs in the horticultural sector. They are being investigated for alleged fraud, document forgery, and violations against consumer market regulations. This investigation stemmed from concerns raised by the Council of Ecological Agriculture of the Region of Murcia. Authorities discovered irregular practices involving the unlawful mixing of organic and conventional citrus fruits. Investigators determined […]

The Guardia Civil has successfully arrested four people, two men and two women, in Torrevieja as part of a crackdown on drug trafficking. These individuals are accused of committing crimes against public health and receiving stolen goods after authorities dismantled a drug-selling operation that was functioning from a home in a residential area. The investigation initiated following numerous reports from the community about suspicious activity in the neighbourhood, including a […]

The Joaquín Chapaprieta Municipal Institute of Culture announces an exciting event this Saturday, June twenty-first, at seven PM. The Siesta Park amphitheater will be transformed into a performing arts space for the first time, showcasing the clown show 'Bienvenido Nasferatu.' Presented by the Ameba Teatre company, this performance promises to deliver a blend of absurd humour and farce suitable for audiences aged five and above. The show is part of […]

The San Pedro del Pinatar Town Council has imposed a fine of sixty thousand euros on the waste collection company STV due to significant breaches of contract. The council classified these breaches as serious, which prompted the financial penalty. This decision was made after recent municipal inspections identified deficiencies in the waste management service, raising concerns among local authorities about the operational standards of the private company. The issue arises […]