In Cartagena, abandoned vehicles on the streets have become a source of income for local authorities and a valuable addition to the police fleet. This initiative highlights how managing neglected vehicles can benefit both public resources and law enforcement efforts. Recently, three abandoned cars were identified and subsequently acquired for the local police after following all necessary administrative processes. The local authorities regularly renew their vehicle fleet, but this new […]

The San Miguel de Salinas Residents’ Association has taken action against the permanent approval of the third modification to the housing plan in 'Los Invernaderos'. This appeal follows the rejection of all twenty-one objections submitted by the group. The modifications propose an increase in housing density, concentrating the development into eight tower buildings, which are set to include ground floor and seven additional floors, and positioning the protected homes within […]

Parents in Orihuela Costa are expressing their dissatisfaction with the chaotic start of the newly opened Colegio Número Veinte. After multiple delays, the school officially opened with thirty-three students in early primary, but has faced significant resource shortages, including transport and a full teaching staff. Presently, the school has expanded to accommodate two hundred and twenty children, but lacks essential facilities and answers to many pressing questions. The poorly organised […]

The expansion of the CV-95 road, an essential route connecting Orihuela and Torrevieja, has faced a significant setback in the twenty twenty-five budget presented by the Generalitat Valenciana. A mere three hundred thousand euros have been allocated for the project, a stark contrast to the nineteen point five million euros included in the previous year's budget under the government of Carlos Mazón. This decision has drawn criticism from local politicians […]

The Local Police of Catral have ramped up their traffic controls in a bid to ensure the safety of all residents. Recently, officers noted a concerning rise in drivers exhibiting reckless behaviour and operating vehicles that have undergone unauthorized modifications. Such actions present significant risks not only to drivers but also to pedestrians. In the course of these intensified checks, several vehicles received penalties for not meeting the requirements of […]

A delightful sighting of bottlenose dolphins off the Torrevieja coast has captured the attention of locals and visitors alike. The dolphins were observed near Cabo Cervera, where they exhibited playful acrobatics in the water. Wildlife expert Juan Carlos García was on hand to photograph this engaging display. The presence of these dolphins has been rising, with increasing numbers approaching the shoreline and boats. This behaviour suggests they are becoming more […]

The Hespérides Integral Centre for Vocational Training in Cartagena is set to enhance its educational offerings with the introduction of a fully operational fire truck. This new asset will serve around eighty students enrolled in both Intermediate and Advanced courses of Emergency and Civil Protection, as well as in the Advanced Coordination of Emergencies programme. The fire truck, which was generously donated by the Molina de Segura Fire Consortium, has […]

On the twenty fifth and twenty sixth of March, the Virgin del Carmen Cultural Centre in Torrevieja will feature a series of interactive activities focusing on cybersecurity. These activities, organised by the National Cybersecurity Institute, aim to raise awareness of digital security among the community. The event will run from nine in the morning to two in the afternoon, and from four thirty to seven thirty in the evening, allowing […]

The President of the Hospitality Business Association of Torrevieja, José Ignacio Pastor, along with the Councillor for Hospitality and Tourism, Rosario Martínez, has announced an exciting new event called ¡A Todo Tren! Tapas – Dulces y Tardeo. This gastronomic initiative will run from the twenty-fourth of March to the sixth of April. The event aims to showcase the diversity of the local hospitality sector, building on the success of previous […]