On the twenty-first of May, two thousand twenty-five, the La Manga Business and Traders Association, comprising over two hundred members, voiced their frustrations regarding the management of beach bar permits by the Coastal Department. The group, led by President José Espinosa, highlighted a severe lack of planning in the permitting process. Espinosa stated that the delay should have been addressed much earlier, noting that the absence of timely action from […]

Yesterday, the Club de Regatas in Cartagena held the presentation of thirty-six Blue Flags, showcasing the region's commitment to high standards of water quality, adherence to environmental regulations, and safety for beachgoers. This year, the region has gained three additional Blue Flags, bringing the total to twenty-nine beaches and seven marinas flying the prestigious symbols. Despite the progress, the Mar Menor has failed to receive a Blue Flag for the […]

In a daring rescue, police in Alicante saved the life of a forty-eight-year-old woman who was attempting to drive her vehicle off a cliff. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning after her son alerted emergency services following a disturbing farewell message he received from her. Quick actions from police and emergency services ensured the woman was located and rescued. Upon finding the car, which was still […]

The Consell has passed a decree to create the Number Fifteen School of Early Childhood and Primary Education in Torrevieja. This move responds to the increasing need for school places in the area. The new school, located on Avenida de los Nenúfares, will consist of twenty-seven units, including nine for Early Childhood Education and eighteen for Primary Education, accommodating a total of six hundred seventy-five students. The establishment of the […]

A fire originating from batteries used in solar panels has caused extensive damage to a house in Los Narejos, which is situated in the municipality of Los Alcázares. The Emergency Coordination Centre reported that the incident resulted in significant destruction, particularly to the roof of the property. Firefighters from the Consortium for the Extinction of Fires and Rescue of the Murcia Region were dispatched to the scene to tackle the […]

Santa Pola celebrated a significant achievement today by receiving eight prestigious Blue Flags during an official ceremony held in Jávea. These awards were conferred by the Association for Environmental Education and Consumerism, signifying the high standards maintained in environmental management and public amenities. The ceremony was presided over by Vicente Martínez Mus, the Minister for the Environment, Infrastructure and Territory. The delegation from Santa Pola, which included the councillor for […]

On Friday, May nineteenth, two thousand twenty-five, a man was arrested in San Javier after he threatened another individual with a large knife during a confrontation at a bar. The incident occurred around midnight when the suspect entered the bar on Avenida Torre Mínguez and attempted to attack the owner. The owner managed to defend himself with a plastic tray while customers helped disarm the attacker. The police responded swiftly, […]

Last week, torrential rain in Alicante overwhelmed the city's sewage system, leading to significant overflow problems. This resulted in unsettling discoveries for beachgoers, with dozens of dead rats spotted on Cocó Beach, Urbanova Beach, and near the Real Club de Regatas. The incident raised alarms during the Alicante Triathlon, causing distress among participants and spectators alike. The heavy downpour on May fourteenth brought over forty litres of rain per square […]