Two people have been reported by the Guardia Civil for allegedly catching more than 60 kilogrammes of fish illegally in waters off El Gorguel, Cartagena. The intervention took place last Sunday during a routine maritime surveillance patrol. Officers from the Maritime Service spotted a recreational vessel sailing near the El Gorguel aquaculture zone, a protected area where fishing is restricted. After identifying the vessel, officers found six large specimens of Atlantic bonito (Euthynnus alletteratus) on board, weighing more than 60 […]

San Miguel de Salinas Council has issued a formal notice to the company contracted to provide waste collection and street cleaning services, calling on it to comply fully with the terms of the current agreement. In an official statement, the council said the action reflects its commitment to guaranteeing a high-quality service and protecting the general interest of residents. It described waste collection and street cleaning as essential services for maintaining cleanliness and public health across the municipality. The local […]

Habaneras Shopping Centre in Torrevieja has confirmed that Primor will open its first store in the town. The well-known Spanish perfumery and cosmetics chain will occupy a unit of 370.81 m² on the first floor of the centre. Customers will be able to choose from a broad selection of perfumery, make-up, cosmetics, facial care and personal hygiene products. The store will stock a wide range of national and international brands, catering for different needs and budgets. Centre managers say the […]

No one has been seriously injured following a dramatic road traffic collision on the N-332 in La Mata on Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened at around 2pm when, for reasons still under investigation, a car crossed the central reservation into the opposite carriageway and collided front-side with a van travelling correctly in the other direction. The impact caused significant damage to both vehicles and initially raised fears that people could be trapped. Several witnesses alerted the 112 Emergency Coordination Centre. […]

Two leading business associations in Torrevieja have publicly thanked the town’s Local Police for their handling of recent incidents linked to illegal street selling on the seafront. APYMECO and the Association of Hospitality Businesses of Torrevieja and the surrounding area have praised officers for their professionalism, composure and firmness during tense situations. Both organisations said the police response deserved the backing of the wider community, particularly given the challenges of enforcing the law in high-pressure circumstances. They stressed the importance […]

Maintenance and conservation work is being carried out around the Aguamarina flora micro-reserve and La Glea beach in Orihuela Costa. The Environment Department, led by Councillor Noelia Grao, is working in collaboration with the Valencian regional government to preserve what it describes as one of the most environmentally valuable areas along the local coastline. The project is designed to ensure that residents and visitors can continue to enjoy the area in safe and well-maintained surroundings. The work includes general cleaning, […]

A police officer and two local police colleagues have been injured following a confrontation with illegal street vendors on Torrevieja’s seafront last Thursday night. The incident took place during a routine operation targeting the sale of counterfeit goods. According to the councillor for Security, Police and Emergencies, Federico Alarcón, the situation became “serious” when one of the vendors allegedly assaulted an officer, insulting and threatening him. The officer suffered a split lip, and another was reportedly struck after his baton […]

Argentina’s community in Torrevieja has celebrated in style after the national team secured a place in the 2026 World Cup final with a victory over England. The result, in a fixture that still carries strong emotions beyond football, prompted jubilant scenes in the town centre. Hundreds of supporters gathered around Waldo Calero and Castelar squares, filling the heart of the town with flags, chants and car horns. The spontaneous celebration also spread to the small roundabout controlling access to the […]

Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has recorded 10,061,138 passengers in the first six months of 2026, an increase of 9.3% compared with the same period last year. Valencia Airport handled 6,053,881 passengers, up 8%, according to figures released by Aena. In June, Alicante welcomed 2,123,528 travellers, 10.5% more than in June 2025. International traffic, which accounts for the majority of passengers, rose by 11.3% to 1,880,424. Domestic traffic reached 242,702 passengers, a 5.6% increase. The UK was the largest international market, […]