TORREVIEJA, TORREVIEJA LOCAL NEWS

Torrevieja's clucking nuisance: The battle to clear the streets of chickensAn avian flu alert is fowling up plans to rehome hundreds of feral birds roaming the Costa Blanca city Not to put too fine a point on it, but Torrevieja has a chicken problem. Hundreds of feral roosters, hens and chicks have made themselves at home.. 26/02/2026

Sunny start before cloud and showers return: Alicante weekend forecast for February 26-March 1Clear skies and mild temperatures kick things off before cloud thickens and rain moves in as the weekend progresses Sunny, bright days and mild temperatures continue, but it won't be all sunshine over the weekend as some unsettled weather is.. 26/02/2026

Costa Blanca house prices soar as Benidorm and Torrevieja push affordability to the limitA new report lays bare the growing affordability gap on Spain's Costa Blanca, where tourist towns are pricing out everyday buyers Buying a home on the Costa Blanca has never been harder. A new report from property consultancy Tinsa Accumin paints.. 25/02/2026

New leisure centre at Torrevieja Port to open at the end of AprilThe long delayed Torrevieja port development promises cinemas, bowling and restaurants Following delay after delay, the new Paseo del Mar leisure centre at the Port of Torrevieja is finally set to open between the end of April and the beginning of.. 24/02/2026

Sunny settled weather to continue: Alicante weekly forecast for February 23-26Plenty of sunshine, light winds and fairly steady temperatures are expected through the week The good weather is set to continue this week. This must be the longest stretch of good weather in the Alicante province this year. Expect calm conditions.. 23/02/2026

Pilar de la Horadada calls for AP-7 toll to be removed after another price increaseThe mayor says the latest rise makes trips to Alicante very expensive and adds pressure to other local roads The mayor of Pilar de la Horadada has spoken out after the latest rise in AP‑7 tolls, calling for the charge to be removed completely.. 19/02/2026

Bird boxes installed at Torrevieja hospital to combat mosquitoesSwifts, capable of devouring 10,000 mosquitoes per day, are annual visitors to the Costa Blanca The warm spell sweeping across southern Spain this February might feel lovely if you’re enjoying a coffee in the sun, but it has brought one very.. 18/02/2026

New EU border checks raise fears of lengthy airport queues for UK travellersBiometric entry system already causing delays at popular Spanish and European destinations UK holiday makers in Spain or heading to Europe are being warned to brace themselves for potentially long queues at passport control as the EU’s.. 06/02/2026

February 12-March 8 Alicante Carnival 2026: Your guide to the fun aheadRamblero Saturday headlines fun from Thursday February 12 to Sunday March 8 January has felt like a long month, but Alicante has something exciting to look forward to with Carnival 2026 just around the corner. One of the most beloved and vibrant celebrations.. 30/01/2026

Read the February edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to February issue of Home & Living magazine, blending intelligent design and practical living, inspiring you to refine your surroundings, enrich your routines and enjoy the art of living well So what can you find in our latest edition.. 30/01/2026

How your business can use AI to boost its social media presenceOnline B2B tool PostBotPro is emerging as a solution for time-pressed smaller businesses to get noticed in an increasingly competitive market Keeping up with social media is a challenge shared by many small- and medium-sized businesses. Most owners.. 16/01/2026

Caser Cuidados offers professional home care services to older people in MurciaCaser Residencial’s personalised home assistance helps people remain in their own homes for as long as possible Caser Cuidados is the home care service offered by Caser Residencial designed to make daily life easier and safer for those who need.. 07/01/2026

Should Brits resident in Spain still have their passports stamped at the airport? Here's the truth...Some people who shouldn't do are still getting stamps in their passports when they cross international borders as the rules around the new Entry/Exit System are not yet clear to all Confusion and consternation among British travellers about passport.. 16/12/2025

Sunday March 15 Orihuela Costa's famous St Patrick's Day ParadeEach year, more than 25’000 people help paint Cabo Roig green for one of the biggest events of its kind in Europe St Patrick’s Day 2026 is now less than a month away and in Orihuela Costa, it’s not just a parade, it’s a full scale..

Spain Today Online acquires Indalo Restaurant and Health & Fitness GuidesYour definitive guides for dining, wellness and lifestyle across Murcia, Almeria and the Costa Blanca Spain Today Online is delighted to announce the acquisition of the Indalo Restaurant Guide and the Indalo Health, Fitness & Beauty Guide.. 25/09/2025

Where to listen to radio in English in southeast SpainEnglish-speakers and foreigners in Spain love listening to TKO Radio talk and music radio station in the car and at home! Due to its sizeable foreign population, southern Spain has radio that is 100% in English, dedicated to the foreign tourist and expat..

Heat pumps vs air conditioning: What's the smarter choice for your Spanish home?Understand the difference before deciding how to cool and heat your living space   If you’re preparing to install air conditioning in your home, you’re not alone. Many residents in Spain are doing the same as temperatures climb. But.. 10/06/2025

Thinking of air conditioning? Here's why you might want to consider a heat pump instead...Before you commit to cooling alone, find out how a heat pump could heat, cool and cut your energy bills   When the Spanish sun beats down, installing air conditioning can feel like the only option. But before you go ahead with your order, it&rsquo.. 12/05/2025

Heat pumps, the new way to heat and cool homes that everyone is talking aboutNeed air conditioning for your home in Spain this summer? Heat pumps offer a smarter, more efficient way to stay cool and comfortable all year round... As temperatures begin to climb on the approach to summer, many homeowners in Spain start thinking about.. 08/04/2025

Catering an event in Murcia or Alicante with a hog roast and pulled porkJulian's perfect Hog Roast Murcia is the only hog roast company in Murcia and Alicante Anyone who has ever held an event in Murcia or Alicante will know the challenge of trying to feed the masses who turn up. Whether it's a public event like a..