Lorca begins Holy Jubilee Year in honour of Francis of Assisi
This year is the 800th anniversary of San Francisco de Asis, who was canonized just two years after his death 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of Francis of Assisi, known in..

San Javier leads the way in installing the new brown bins in the Region of Murcia
The new organic waste containers are already fully operational throughout the municipality of San Javier San Javier has become the first of the 45 municipalities in the Region..

Cartagena heads to Miami cruise fair with record passenger numbers for 2026
Alongside record forecasts for 2026, Cartagena is also presenting plans for a new cruise terminal and ongoing work along the waterfront The port of Cartagena is once again..

Spain-bound Brits warned to arrive early after new EU border system causes travel chaos
More than 100 easyJet passengers missed a flight home to the UK from Milan at the weekend after getting stuck in biometric queues Scenes of utter chaos unfolded at Milan..

One of Murcia's seaside towns nominated as among the best beach destinations in Spain
National Geographic readers have shortlisted the town alongside some of Spain's most popular coastal destinations As temperatures start to rise and the first warm, spring..

Mazarrón backs support space for cancer patients at Cartagena hospital
The initiative aims to provide a dedicated area for patients and families facing long waits during treatment The Town Hall of Mazarrón has expressed its support for a..

Upcoming matches at Pinatar Arena and Enrique Roca stadium for WU23 Friendly Finals
Final fixtures take place on April 16 and 17 across both venues, with all matches open to the public free of charge The WU23 Friendly Finals are moving into their final..

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summer
Experts give it a 61% chance of bringing hotter temperatures and more persistent heat across the country Spain could be in for an especially warm summer if a strong El Niñ..

May 1 Public meeting announced by Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas
The Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas calls a public meeting to explain the next steps after the recently commissioned report In the wake of the technical report commissioned..

Spanish government gives green light to Los Alcázares flood prevention plan
The rehabilitation of the Rambla de la Pescadería will alleviate the risk of flooding on the coast of the Mar Menor The Town Hall of Los Alcázares is celebrating what the..

Cartagena street shade plan brought forward ahead of the summer heat
The 'Teselas' project on Calle del Carmen promises to cut temperatures by up to 6°C Anyone who was in Cartagena last summer will probably remember being pretty uncomfortable..

Hidden tax breaks in Spain: The insurance policies that could cut your bill this year
From car to health cover, lesser-known deductions could help reduce your 2025 income tax return Spain’s 2025–2026 Income Tax Campaign is now underway, and while many people..

Alhama de Murcia strengthens Local Police with new vehicles and high-tech drones
The new equipment will be used for searches, traffic incidents and monitoring hard-to-reach rural areas, including during emergencies Alhama de Murcia has added two new..

Spain sees wildfire damage more than double in the first quarter of 2026
Almost 13,000 hectares have burned so far this year, although no major fires have been recorded Wildfires have burned 12,946.66 hectares across Spain in the first three months..

Scientists warn loss of key fish species leaves the Mar Menor more vulnerable
The ongoing ecological problems affecting the Mar Menor are not only visible in the water, but they are also reducing the lagoon's ability to recover on its own Researchers..

Los Narejos street renovation project competes for national architecture prize
The Revamped Avenida Río Nalón was officially presented in February 2025 The renovation and re-design of Avenida Río Nalón in Los Narejos is one of the projects which have..

Caser Residencial Santo Ángel residents visit local school to read to children
The storytelling session was designed to connect different generations within the local community Residents from Caser Residencial Santo Ángel recently took part in an..

Corvera airport smashes passenger records with an incredible 50% surge in March
Murcia International handled nearly 56,000 passengers in March and is now on the verge of breaking its all-time monthly record After years of struggling, Corvera airport..

Three dozen streets closed in Cartagena this Saturday morning: Find out which ones and why
The Ruta de las Fortalezas race will bring traffic cuts and parking bans across the city on April 18 Cartagena will see a long list of traffic restrictions this Saturday, April..

Luz Casal, Lydia Bosch and a Peruvian Hamlet with Down’s Syndrome at the 2026 San Javier Festival of Theatre, Music and Dance
The 56th annual festival takes place between July 31 and August 23 The first details have been released of the 2026 International Theatre, Music and Dance festival which is..

Murcia and Torrevieja venues included in world's 100 best club ranking
Spain leads the global nominations ahead of the United States, with two local venues included Two well-known nightlife venues in Murcia and Torrevieja have been nominated..

The Digital Nomad Visa: How to live and work remotely from Spain
How to handle the paperwork, work legally and enjoy life while living in Spain Moving to Spain as a remote worker is an exciting opportunity, but arranging all the paperwork..

Murcia weekly weather forecast April 13-16: Dry and getting hotter
This week’s weather forecast is for dry, sunny and hot conditions in Murcia Murcia weather forecast, Wednesday April 15   After a bit of a wet and overcast weekend..

A greener future planned for Lorca Castle with new restoration project
The €136,000 project will restore both the interior and outer slopes of the castle, including its butterfly garden and surrounding green areas The city of Lorca has started..