MURCIA NEWS

Spain's anti-scam plan blocks 48 million fraudulent callsGovernment crackdown sees sharp rise in blocked calls and texts since June Spain’s campaign against phone scams is proving to be a major success, with millions of fraudulent calls and messages now being stopped before they reach the public. &.. 20/08/2025

Fire in Casas del Pino, San Javier, controlled after thick smoke visible from afarEmergency crews rapidly respond to blaze near El Pino II industrial estate and prevent further spread A fire broke out Tuesday afternoon in the Casas del Pino area of San Javier, close to the El Pino II industrial estate, prompting a swift response from.. 20/08/2025

UK law slashes porn site views - could Spain be next?The United Kingdom has implemented a measure to prevent minors under 18 from accessing pornographic content The United Kingdom has just rolled out a tough new rule aimed at keeping children away from online pornography. At the end of July, the country.. 20/08/2025

Number of illegal immigrants arriving in Murcia cut in halfDespite this, 80% of migrant boats still manage to dock in the Region of Murcia The number of irregular migrants reaching the coast of Murcia has been cut in half this summer, although most of the small boats or pateras that set out still manage to.. 20/08/2025

Spain to declare fire-ravaged areas emergency zones with state aid pledgedPresident of Spanish government announces Council of Ministers will designate affected territories and calls for State Pact to tackle climate crisis Emergency zones to aid fire-hit areas President Pedro Sánchez has announced that during.. 20/08/2025

VIDEO: Wild boars filmed on night out in Cartagena city suburbResident’s video shows group trotting through children’s playground in the middle of the night Residents of Cartagena have been shocked to see a group of eight wild boars running around in the middle of the Nueva Cartagena neighbourhood.. 20/08/2025

Region of Murcia attracts nearly €3 billion in investment with 94 projects underwayPlans include creation of 2,710 jobs and draw mainly from companies new to the region Murcia is currently buzzing with investment activity as the region’s economic development arm, “Invest in Murcia,” advances 94 business projects that.. 19/08/2025

Planned power cuts across the Region of Murcia this weekBetween August 19 and 22, Iberdrola will interrupt power supply on dozens of streets throughout the Region of Murcia It’s a very good thing that the red heat alerts have been lifted as thousands of homes throughout the Region of Murcia may have.. 19/08/2025

Yecla's grape growers optimistic for a 30-40% harvest boost after years of drought Despite ongoing challenges, vintners expect a strong recovery in grape production this year After a tough few years marked by persistent drought, the vineyards of Yecla are finally looking ahead to better times. The grape harvest for 2025 is expected.. 19/08/2025

Mayor of Águilas Mari Carmen Moreno resignsMari Carmen Moreno announces her resignation from the mayor's office and puts an end to her life in active politics After 24 years dedicated to public life and politics, ten of them as a councillor in Águilas, Mayor Mari Carmen Moreno.. 19/08/2025

Nomophobia on the rise: Over 80% of young people in Spain struggle with mobile phone anxiety this summerWith phones constantly in our hands, young people face mounting anxiety without their mobiles, especially when routines disappear in the holidays   Have you ever noticed how the first thing you reach for in the morning, and the last thing you.. 19/08/2025

Jumilla prepares for strong grape harvest after rains despite spring hailGrowers optimistic about reaching 75 million kilos amid improved conditions After several challenging years marked by drought, Jumilla’s vineyards are looking forward to a much-needed recovery in 2025. Thanks to abundant spring rainfall, the region.. 19/08/2025

Cartagena gives green light to new bike lane linking Algameca and Calle RealCyclists in the city centre set for safer, greener connections thanks to a €135,000 upgrade   Cartagena’s cycling network is set for a welcome boost, as the City Hall has just approved a new bike lane to link Espacio Algameca with Calle.. 19/08/2025

What Spanish citizens can do if they lose their passport at the airportSpain’s Guardia Civil can issue a travel permit so those with Spanish nationality don’t miss their flight Losing a passport or ID at the airport is every traveller’s nightmare. The panic usually sets in right away, with many.. 19/08/2025

Holidaymakers hit with soaring flight costs across SpainInternational travel costs are back to pre-pandemic highs Travellers to and from Spain are once again facing serious disruption as Ryanair ground staff stage a new wave of strikes running through to the end of the year. But even if your flight isn.. 19/08/2025

Jumilla reports another successful Fiestas and feria season in 2025Political controversy could not distract locals and visitors from the festive atmosphere in Jumilla during the Fiestas de la Vendimia The Town Hall of Jumilla, represented by Councillor Asunción Navarro, reports that the Fiestas and annual fair.. 19/08/2025

WATCH: Lightning sparks multiple wildfires in MurciaCieza, Moratalla and Abarán become the latest casualties of Spain’s ongoing wildfire crisis           View this post on Instagram         &.. 19/08/2025

Unemployment in Lorca hits all-time lowLorca currently has the best employment figures it’s seen since 2009 At the end of July, some 3,339 people were out of work in Lorca, 252 fewer than at the end of 2024, according to the latest report from the Observatory of the State Employment.. 19/08/2025

24-hour tourist information office planned in Los NarejosA combination of staffing and IT will offer a 24-hour service in this popular area of Los Alcázares Approval has been given in Los Alcázares for plans to create a new tourist office in Avenida Río Nalón in Los Narejos, where.. 19/08/2025

Spanish Navy marines and European crews join fight as wildfires enter ninth dayMore than 115,000 hectares burned, thousands displaced, and international support pouring in Continuing from coverage last week, Spain is now facing a ninth consecutive day of devastating wildfires that have scorched over 115,000 hectares, forced.. 18/08/2025