The Almoradí Council has announced the launch of a new phase in its Road Surfacing Plan, which will see twenty-two streets in the municipality receive much-needed repair and resurfacing. The project involves an investment of six hundred and three thousand one hundred and eighty-two euros, targeting streets that have deteriorated significantly in condition and require urgent attention. The council has ensured that underground sewage collectors in these areas are in good condition before commencing work. Infrastructure Councillor Miguel Monge explained […]

Terra Natura Murcia has recently welcomed twelve newborn mini pigs, adding to the popularity of its educational space, La Granja de Tommy. The piglets, which were born from two separate litters, are expected to be a significant draw for families and school groups alike. Their small size and sociable nature have already impressed visitors, who have been eager to observe them in their early days. La Granja de Tommy, a key feature of the park, is regarded as one of […]

In an effort to enhance road safety during the Carthaginians and Romans Festival in Cartagena, three new breathalyser machines have now been installed for public use. Located near the Festero Campground by the Benipila promenade, these machines provide an accessible means for attendees to check their blood alcohol levels for just one euro, offering convenience and peace of mind for festival-goers. The devices, manufactured by the company AlcoholteSA, function similarly to parking meters. Festival-goers simply insert one euro to receive […]

A forty-seven-year-old man has been arrested in Orihuela, Spain, for his suspected involvement in a burglary of five storage rooms located on the rooftop of a building. The incident was reported by the owners, who noticed that the locks of the storage rooms had been forced open. According to their statements, the perpetrator likely accessed the rooftop from adjacent buildings, as there were no signs of forced entry at the terrace door. Following the report, a forensic inspection was conducted […]

The National Police have arrested a thirty-nine-year-old man in Alicante on suspicion of committing eight fraud offences and one of document forgery. This individual reportedly defrauded elderly victims at cash machines using a well-known scam method known as 'seeding', leading to financial losses amounting to twenty-eight thousand five hundred and eighty-seven euros. Notably, eighteen thousand six hundred and eighty euros were stolen from a single victim. The investigation, led by officers from the Judicial Police of the Provincial Commissariat of […]

The Orihuela Council has put out to tender a contract for this year's Halloween celebrations, allocating a total of forty-six thousand five hundred euros. The funding aims to hire a specialised company responsible for the organisation and execution of events in both the city centre and on the coast. The initiative is organised by the Youth Department, which is currently led by Vox, and has seen a growing popularity in recent years. The tender is divided into two lots, with […]

The National Police in Spain has successfully dismantled an organised crime group that has been operating in Torrevieja, Alicante, and conducting burglaries in the provinces of Murcia and Albacete. The group employed a sophisticated technique involving the use of invisible thread to mark the doors of targeted homes, enabling them to monitor the occupants' movements. The investigation, initiated in June, followed a significant rise in home burglaries during the summer holiday period. Detectives identified a key member of the gang […]

The Local Government Council of Torrevieja has announced the approval of a tender for the acquisition of new gym machinery for its municipal sports facilities, namely the Ciudad Deportiva and the La Mata Pavilion. The project is backed by a budget of three hundred and sixty-six thousand one hundred and thirty-seven euros, which includes tax. It is set to last for three months and comes with a two-year warranty, significantly enhancing the overall quality of service provided to users. Diana […]

Alicante has officially surpassed one hundred tropical nights this summer, a record that signifies a worrying trend related to climate change. With nearly one in three nights not cooling below twenty degrees Celsius, the impact is being felt by residents and health professionals alike. This summer has been the hottest on record since data collection began in nineteen fifty, with projections suggesting that the count of tropical nights could exceed one hundred and fifteen by the year's end. The Agency […]