MURCIA NEWS

Shop smart this Black Friday at Parque AlmenaraFind early deals, style inspiration and unbeatable offers all under one roof Right in the heart of Lorca’s El Campillo district, Parque Almenara is where shopping meets enjoyment. Open since 2008, it’s become a favourite spot for locals and.. 10/11/2025

Eleven smart tax moves to make in Spain before New Year that could save you thousandsAct now or miss out on legitimate ways to reduce your 2026 Spanish tax bill The 2026 tax season might feel like a distant worry, but savvy taxpayers know that the final weeks of 2025 are prime time for financial housekeeping. The clever folk at economic.. 10/11/2025

Suspects named in Camposol double murder as police hunt third accompliceThe gruesome knife attack investigation has revealed that the victims' bodies were hidden under concrete in basement Police in Mazarrón have named two men accused of murdering Ecuadorian friends José Patricio Chango Heredia, 43.. 10/11/2025

Crisp mornings and toasty afternoons: Murcia weather forecast November 10-13A week of mild sunshine, cooling nights and gentle winds perfect for exploring the coast and countryside A mild week ahead in the Region of Murcia with a mix of sunshine and clouds, cooler mornings inland, but pleasant highs reaching mid 20s by the.. 10/11/2025

Murcia to Albacete rail link faces further delays until late 2026The Ministry of Transport has yet to commit to a firm date for the direct rail corridor between the Region of Murcia and Madrid The direct railway line between Murcia and Albacete looks set to remain closed until at least the second half of 2026.. 10/11/2025

Black Friday 2025 in Spain: When do the discounts start at H&M, Mango, El Corte Inglés and other major brands?Black Friday is a tradition born in the US and the last Friday of November is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year in Spain Black Friday has come a long way from its American roots. What started as a post-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy in.. 10/11/2025

The 2025 Christmas Lottery: Who's barred from playing and how not to lose it all if you winWith the season fast approaching, here’s a reminder of who can’t join in the fun - and some handy advice for those dreaming of striking it lucky It might still be early November, but Christmas is already starting to peek around the corner.. 10/11/2025

Shameful vandalism of trees and plants continues in ÁguilasThere have been more incidents of deliberate sabotage of trees in the town, angering locals   Águilas councillors have condemned a string of deliberate acts of vandalism targeting the town’s green areas since September. Councillors.. 10/11/2025

A touch of Paris arrives in CartagenaHistoric casino reimagined as Harrison Grand Café, opening Friday November 14 The elegant old Casino building on Cartagena’s Calle Mayor is about to take on a new life as a stylish European-style café. Businessman Juanpe Rubira is.. 10/11/2025

Murcia takes emergency action as Spain faces unprecedented bird flu crisisEleven Murcia municipalities have been ordered to lock down poultry amid fears of devastating bird flu epidemic Last week, the Ministry of Agriculture ordered that poultry across the country be confined indoors from November 10 as Spain braces for.. 10/11/2025

Own property in Spain? Here's what's changing for non-residents in 2025-2026We’re just a couple of months away from the new year, and there are important things that all homeowners should now for 2026...  As Spain heads into a new tax year, several legal updates are set to impact non-resident property owners from.. 07/11/2025

New niño on the block: Action supermarkets sweep Spain to rival the big brandsThe bargain Dutch brand is threatening the crowns of Mercadona, Lidl and Aldi with low, low prices It seems there’s no stopping Action, the latest discount superstore aiming for Spanish domination. The Dutch chain first arrived in Spain in 2022.. 07/11/2025

Spain orders poultry lockdown as bird flu cases surgeOutdoor farming has been banned across most of Spain from November 10 Spain has banned outdoor poultry farming across nearly the entire country in response to a sharp rise in avian flu cases among wild birds. The new restrictions, announced by the.. 07/11/2025

Life is good for those over 60 in San Javier, a new study findsResidents enjoy better physical fitness than the national average, thanks to local sports programmes and sunny weather Many have long suspected life in San Javier was good, but now a recent study confirms it. Commissioned by the municipality’s Department.. 07/11/2025

Healthy food off the menu for more than a third of shoppers in MurciaWith 37.2% forced to make grocery cut-backs, consumers in Spain are struggling to buy quality products While certain kitchen staples like olive oil have come down in price this year, many more common cooking ingredients just keep flying up. With Spanish.. 07/11/2025

Murcia Town Hall announces reduced water bills to make up for drinking water cuts in OctoberThe reductions will be reflected in the next water bills received by residents of the districts and golf resorts Following the lead set by Los Alcázares, San Javier and Torre Pacheco earlier in the week, the Town Hall of Murcia and the local water.. 07/11/2025

Spanish ports to receive billions in fresh investment for expansion and greener tradeCartagena, Alicante and seven major Andalusian ports set to modernise, boost connectivity and sustainability through 2029 Spain’s busiest ports are getting a major facelift thanks to a wave of government investment aimed at future-proofing trade.. 07/11/2025

Obesity costs Spain €130 billion a year, but losing just 5-10% of weight could save billionsExperts also warn early eating disorders surge in children as young as five, sparking concern Obesity is costing Spain a staggering €130 billion annually, equivalent to 8% of the country’s GDP and nearly half of its state pension budget, according.. 07/11/2025

Murcia city gears up to launch its Low Emission Zone amid regional green pushPedestrian-friendly streets, traffic calming, and park-and-ride are key parts of the plan to reduce pollution and improve city life Following the lead of nearby Cartagena earlier this year and Lorca back in last November, the city of Murcia is moving.. 07/11/2025

VIDEO: New padel and pickleball complex now open at Roda Golf & Beach ResortThe facilities at Roda Golf Plaza features five courts and academy classes with changing rooms and shop to come     Roda Golf & Beach Resort has opened a new private padel and pickleball facility, the Roda Padel Reserve.  .. 06/11/2025