New Murcia high-speed train station faces possible delay beyond 2026
Key parts of the El Carmen project are complete but several essential works are still ongoing The long-awaited high-speed rail station in Murcia could face further delays..

Spain Labour Day weekend: Supermarket opening hours during the May bank holiday
Each chain has set its own opening hours for the May 1st holiday weekend, with some regional differences across Spain The Friday May 1 Labour Day holiday will be marked..

Rare Blue Moon to light up Spanish skies this May
Skywatchers across Spain will get two chances to see a full moon in May, with the second known as a Blue Moon The night sky over Spain is set to put on a rare show this..

It's a washout of a long weekend: Rain forecast in Murcia April 30-May 3
The weather is not going to play ball nicely this 3-day weekend in Spain Murcia weather forecast, morning of Friday May 1   For this long weekend in Spain, the weather..

Murcia bank holiday opening hours: Which supermarkets and shops will be open on May 1
Full breakdown of opening hours across the Region of Murcia during the May bank holiday weekend The May bank holiday weekend is almost here in the Region of Murcia, with..

How to get a criminal records check in Spain, with help from Heniam & Associates
Everything you need to know about requesting your criminal record certificate in Spain, including online, in person and from abroad If you need to prove your legal record in..

Torre Pacheco opens new bridge on the RM-F51 road for vehicles and pedestrians
The new road and bridge restore a key transport route while construction progresses on the Murcia-Cartagena train line A new road bridge has been opened in Torre Pacheco..

AVE viaduct in Alhama de Murcia finally completed
The nearly two-kilometre structure is a key part of the Murcia-Almería rail corridor and aims to improve connectivity while reducing flood risk Work on the high-speed..

Why May 1 is a public holiday in Spain
Labour Day is marked nationwide with a long history of workers’ rights, protest and a welcome day off May 1 is one of the most important dates in the Spanish work calendar..

New 24-hour tourist information point to open in Los Narejos by the summer
Another addition to the remodelled Avenida Nalón in Los Narejos Six months after the project was announced, work is now under way in Los Alcázares to create a new tourist..

Key 'rehearsal' day arrives for the much-anticipated solar eclipse in Spain
Stargazers across Spain can test viewing spots now ahead of August 12 total eclipse People across Spain are already gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of..

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across Spain
A new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist apartments has not increased the supply of permanent rental..

Calnegre moves to limit tourist pressure with €330,000 protection plan
The new measures aim to reduce overcrowding and protect one of Murcia’s most fragile coastal areas The unspoilt coves of the Murcian coast have long been a quiet favourite..

The hidden side of pet ownership: Murcia and Cartagena face growing dog waste challenge
Thousands of dogs bring daily joy to their owners, but managing the scale of waste is becoming a serious urban issue For many people across Murcia and Cartagena, walking the..

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavender
Local town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan..

Read the May edition of Home & Living magazine online now
Welcome to the May issue of Home andLiving magazine This edition is not only full of inspiring home and living articles, but you'll find so much more.....   •..

Segura River water reserves in Murcia hit their best level since 2013
While the rest of Spain sees reservoir levels dipping, the Segura basin is heading in the opposite direction Water reserves in the Segura River basin reservoirs are continuing..

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market
Spainora helps expats navigate Spain’s fast-changing new-build market and find the right property with confidence Spain’s housing debate is usually dominated by talk..

Clean-up begins on Murcia's long-neglected municipal plots
Nearly €300,000 will be invested to clear rubbish, cut back weeds and improve neglected plots for the communities around them Murcia is one of Spain's most beautiful..

Jumilla restaurant draws praise from the Murcia government
Restaurante de Loreto is one of many fine dining establishments in northern Murcia The town of Jumilla in northern Murcia is blessed with many fine restaurants (click here..

Drying laundry on your balcony in Lorca could now cost you up to €1,500
New rules aim to tidy up the town’s appearance and respond to long-standing complaints from residents Residents in Lorca may soon need to think twice before hanging out the..

Mohamed's fight to stay in Cartagena: The young man who saved a life now hoping Spain will change his
The city is rallying behind the young man as he fights for the right to residency in Spain as part of the extraordinary regularisation process Mohamed Diagne is desperately..

New property development and a redesigned golf course at Corvera Hills
Just Murcia Property introduces new villas and apartments in a great location near Murcia International Airport The new residential development, Corvera Hills Residences..

Princess Leonor surprises onlookers at local regatta before taking to the skies over San Javier
The heir to the Spanish throne took part in a regatta in Santiago de la Ribera before continuing her pilot training at the General Air and Space Academy Princess Leonor..