A man has been arrested in San Javier after allegedly breaking into a property and attempting to flee by swimming into the Mar Menor. The incident took place in the early hours of Friday. According to local reports, the suspect entered a home before trying to escape when officers arrived at the scene. Two Local Police officers pursued the man as he ran towards the shore and entered the water. The officers followed him into the Mar Menor, where they […]

Terra Natura Murcia has expanded the range of species at its park with the arrival of the Murcian hen, a native breed exclusive to the Region. One male and six females have been introduced and can now be seen at La Granja de Tommy. The Murcian hen is closely linked to the area’s agricultural history and livestock traditions. Park officials say its presence will help raise awareness of a little-known breed and underline the importance of preserving domestic species that […]

Torrevieja City Council has approved a public tender for a new unified contract covering the organisation, production and delivery of eleven major neighbourhood and themed festivals in 2026. The agreement also includes the option of a one-year extension in 2027. The contract brings together, for the first time, all sectoral celebrations under a single framework. These include events such as the Concentración Motera, Pride celebrations, the Hogueras of Molinos del Calvario, and festivals honouring San Roque, the Virgen del Carmen […]

A new section of cycle lane linking Playa de la Hita with Avenida Radiobaliza Óscar was officially opened on Thursday 23 April, following the completion of the first phase of works. The 490-metre bidirectional lane is two metres wide and runs along the outer walkway of the seafront promenade. The scheme aims to improve connections for cyclists while organising the shared use of the promenade and encouraging safer coexistence between pedestrians and bikes. A bicycle repair station has already been […]

Torrevieja Council has launched a new initiative to encourage young people to explore the area’s natural surroundings this spring. The programme, titled “Hiking for Young People” and part of the wider “Youth and Nature” campaign, is aimed at residents aged between 14 and 30. Organised by the Department of Youth, the scheme offers two free guided hiking routes designed to promote environmental awareness. The council hopes the walks will not only provide healthy outdoor activity, but also help participants learn […]

Police believe an engine failure is the main cause of a migrant boat tragedy off the coast of Cartagena. The small vessel, carrying 18 people, was found adrift at sea. Only two people were rescued alive, while three were confirmed dead. The remaining passengers are still missing. Sources close to the investigation say the group set off from Algeria using an engine with less power than required for the journey. The engine is believed to have failed in open water, […]

An investigation is under way after two workers were killed in an accident at an 18-storey tower in Benidorm on Wednesday. One of the men was a resident of Santomera. The incident has prompted a detailed inquiry into workplace safety conditions at the site. Early indications point to a possible mechanical failure in the lifting platform system. According to the testimony of the only survivor, the platform’s motor activated suddenly when it should not have done, leading to the fatal […]

Orihuela Council has announced a major €6 million investment to modernise its street cleaning and urban waste collection service, one of the public services with the greatest impact on daily life. The overhaul aims to improve the city’s appearance, strengthen provision in outlying districts and coastal areas, and make it easier for residents to support a cleaner Orihuela. The municipality includes 23 outlying districts spread across more than 40 kilometres, as well as over 50 coastal developments. Councillor for Street […]

The fifth edition of the ‘A Todo Tren’ Gastro Route will be held on 24 and 25 April, bringing together traditional cuisine and entertainment for a weekend of food and prizes. For two days, participating venues will offer a traditional dish and a drink for just five euros, giving residents and visitors the chance to sample local flavours at an affordable price. Customers can also enter a prize draw by scanning the QR code displayed in event publicity after making […]