The Local Government Board of Torrevieja has given the green light to a significant secondary electrification project for the port area. With a budget set at one million sixty-seven thousand eight hundred forty-nine euros, this project aims to provide a secure and efficient electrical supply for fairs and temporary events. The estimated completion time for the project is three months. This initiative is part of a comprehensive urbanisation plan for […]

Yesterday afternoon a vehicle caught fire on Avenida del Mojón in San Pedro del Pinatar, prompting witnesses to alert the emergency coordination centre at around three o'clock. The quick response from emergency services was critical in managing the situation. Firefighters from the Consortium for Fire Extinction and Rescue arrived promptly to tackle the fire, ensuring safety for both the public and the affected individuals. Remarkably, all occupants of the vehicle […]

Vicente Gutiérrez Sola has officially cleared his office at the Torrevieja Local Police headquarters, following a mandated retirement due to reaching the age of sixty-five. This decision was initiated by Mayor Eduardo Dolón and legally supported by Human Resources Director Rosana Narejos. Current interim Police Chief Oscar Cartón takes over, although this appointment remains provisional as the council anticipates a potential legal challenge from Gutiérrez Sola regarding his retirement. Gutiérrez […]

The Civil Guard, alongside Maritime Fishing Inspectors from the Alicante sub-delegation, successfully intervened in a recent illegal fishing operation in the bay of Santa Pola. On the fifth of February, inspectors requested assistance after observing a semi-rigid boat with two individuals on board deploying illegal traps on the sea floor. With the aid of the Special Group for Underwater Activities and the Provincial Maritime Service, the vessel was intercepted, and […]

The Community has initiated the marking of Mar Menor beaches as a fundamental safety measure for bathers and to protect marine environments and species like the nacra and seahorse. This season features a new contract for the specific installation, removal, and maintenance of buoy systems, with an investment of seven hundred forty-nine thousand nine hundred sixty-six euros from local funds. The contract lasts for an initial two years, with an […]

This Palm Sunday, one of the bells of the Cathedral of Orihuela fell inside the bell tower. Luckily, no injuries were reported, as the incident occurred in the early morning. This situation coincides with one of the busiest days for the diocese, marking the start of Holy Week. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the bell's fall. However, this event highlights the ongoing deterioration of Orihuela’s cultural heritage. […]

A tragic incident unfolded near the General Hospital of Alicante on Friday afternoon, resulting in the death of a twenty year old man and injuries to another individual from a stabbing. The altercation took place just before six o'clock in the Plaza de la Cruz Roja, located close to the hospital's main entrance on Pintor Baeza Street. Reports indicate that several people had gathered in the area prior to the […]

Torrevieja has inaugurated its twenty-seventh Book Fair, held at Paseo Vista Alegre. The event runs from now until twenty-first April, inviting literature enthusiasts to explore the latest releases and lesser-known titles. A total of fifty-two authors will be signing their works throughout the fair, along with participation from twenty literary businesses, including bookstores, publishers, and associations, marking a record turnout. Attendees can enjoy a wide range of activities suitable for […]

The Town Hall of Torrevieja has announced the completion of a comprehensive upgrade to the lighting at the picturesque Aromatic Park, located in the Torreblanca ravine. The project involved the installation of ninety new LED lights, each with a capacity of fifty watts, at an investment of twelve thousand euros. Councillor Concha Sala, who oversees both the lighting and parks and gardens departments, expressed that this project represents a significant […]