Murcia schools get tough on bullying with new zero-tolerance decree
The regional government has approved new rules that will see confirmed bullies moved to a different school, or permanently expelled if they are in non-compulsory education..

Summer night markets return to La Torre Golf Resort this July and August
Visitors can enjoy live music, food stalls, crafts and family activities all summer at La Torre Whiling away those long summer evenings is about to become a little easier..

Ticks are spreading into Spanish cities and experts say vigilance, not panic, is the right response
Climate change and urban wildlife are bringing ticks closer to home than ever before, with two serious diseases now a genuine concern in parts of Spain If you think ticks are..

A Murcian city named one of the 10 best places to live in Spain
It was the only municipality in the Region of Murcia to make the top 10 list Anyone thinking about where to settle in Spain might want to take a closer look at Cartagena..

New €5 beach bus from Alcantarilla to Mazarrón launches this summer
The new service to Bolnuevo will run alongside the existing summer route to Los Alcázares Getting to the beach from Alcantarilla will be a little easier this summer thanks..

Lorca public swimming pools reopen for summer on July 1
La Parroquia and Zarcilla de Ramos pools have been spruced up ahead of the busy season The municipal summer swimming pools in La Parroquia and Zarcilla de Ramos will reopen..

Las Noches del Malecón is back for 2026, and the line-up is one to shout about
A summer concert series in Murcia returns with a packed programme of live music, spanning rock legends, reggaeton royalty and much more If you enjoy live music in a more personal..

High temperatures continue in Murcia this weekend - up to 36 degrees! Weather forecast June 25-28
The high temperatures that have been present across Europe will abate slightly this weekend, though Murcia remains hot, of course Murcia weather forecast, Sunday June 28  ..

Space fans in Spain may be able to spot a giant asteroid passing Earth on Saturday
The space rock will come within 2.56 million kilometres of Earth and should be visible from Spain with binoculars or a small telescope If you fancy a spot of stargazing..

Caravaca adds striking new piece of street art inspired by royal history
The new mural joins a series of large artworks celebrating Caravaca de la Cruz's history and traditions Visitors arriving in Caravaca de la Cruz will now be greeted by..

Spain's heatwave sends electricity prices soaring just as bills were already climbing
Prices broke through €100 per megawatt-hour this week for the first time since March, with peak evening rates nearly doubling in just a few days If you have been reaching..

Jumilla unveils new tourism brand with wine at the heart of its identity
More than 400 residents took part in the project that will help promote Jumilla to future visitors Jumilla has unveiled a new tourism brand designed to raise the profile..

Dangerous San Juan bonfire shut down in Cartagena due to wildfire risk
Firefighters inspected around 30 bonfire sites across Cartagena during the festivities A bonfire in Cartagena was shut down on Noche de San Juan after officials deemed..

New lease of life for the Las Claras restaurant in Los Alcázares
New management will take over the bar-café at Las Claras Cultural Centre this week The bar-restaurant at the Las Claras del Mar Menor Cultural Centre in Los Alcázares..

New eco-friendly moorings set to protect the Mar Menor's fragile seabed this summer
61 regulated anchorage points will be installed around two of the lagoon's islands, with bookings opening from July 1 Anyone planning to drop anchor near the islands of the..

Alhama takes over Polaris World building in Torre Pacheco and plans multimillion-euro sale
The council now plans to sell the Torre Pacheco property after finally securing ownership following years of legal proceedings Alhama de Murcia Town Hall has finally..

Spain sets minimum scooter age at 15 and makes helmets compulsory nationwide
The long-awaited changes take effect from October 1, bringing new rules for scooter riders, cyclists and motorcyclists across Spain Electric scooter riders across Spain..

Bonfires, heatwaves and safety drones: how Spain is celebrating Noche de San Juan tonight
Security measures are being stepped up across the country as a heatwave makes this one of the most closely watched San Juan nights in years Tonight, Tuesday June 23, millions..

Millions in Spain exposed to air pollution above new EU limits
Report finds 33 million people exposed to air pollution, which is the leading environmental cause of premature death in Spain Around 33 million people in Spain, roughly..

Spain backs new €27.6m investment to expand Escombreras basin in Cartagena
The Cartagena facility is now Spain’s fourth largest port and second for liquid bulk cargo Spain’s Council of Ministers is set to approve a €27.6 million expansion..

Cartagena hospital now lets parents stay with their child right up until the moment of anaesthesia
Santa Lucía Hospital has launched a pioneering scheme that clinical studies show reduces anxiety, speeds up recovery and brings real peace of mind to families Anyone who has..

Tourists give Murcia a big thumbs up in recent international survey
New Turespaña data shows 96% of international visitors report being satisfied or very satisfied with their stay in the Region According to the latest Turespaña survey..

Six beautiful Spanish islands you can visit this summer without catching a flight
From Murcia to Galicia, these island getaways offer crystal-clear waters, history and spectacular scenery Isla del Fraile / Wikipedia   When people think of island..

Water cut threat leaves hundreds of Villas Caravaning residents facing fresh uncertainty
A water tank is being prepared at the La Manga site as a contingency plan if supplies are disconnected Residents at Villas Caravaning in La Manga are facing a new crisis..