MURCIA NEWS

Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headacheA new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those without the biometric residency card The UK government has updated the..

What are the pros and cons of voting to ban tourist rentals in my community?Communities across Spain are holding EGMs to decide whether or not to continue allowing tourist rentals in their buildings, resorts and urbanisations, which has left many people wondering: “What way should I vote?”     Skip..

Bibliobús mobile library returns to Lo Pagan promenade in San PedroThe ‘Summer of Books’ initiative will run every Thursday morning during July and August San Pedro del Pinatar’s popular book bus is back for the summer, bringing stories, comics and films to the seafront in Lo Pagán. The Bibliob.. 11/07/2025

Europol's most wanted fraudster caught hiding out in AlicanteFugitive behind €1.2 million scam arrested in Pilar de la Horadada after three-month police hunt A man featured on Europol’s Most Wanted list has been arrested in the Alicante town of Pilar de la Horadada, after evading capture for more than.. 11/07/2025

Cartagena chiringuitos finally start to open after countless delaysAfter months of red tape and frustration, some Cartagena beach bars are back just as summer hits its stride It’s been a long and bumpy road, but Cartagena’s chiringuitos are finally starting to open. With summer already in full swing.. 11/07/2025

New owners set to take over FC CartagenaThe ailing side need a post-relegation rebuild, but fans are divided as to whether the new investment fund coming in as owner is the one to do it FC Cartagena has undergone a dramatic change in leadership following escalating tensions between the.. 11/07/2025

Two sections of Murcia's Northwest Arc now open to trafficThe long-awaited bypass is expected to significantly ease congestion in the Region, though full completion is still pending Two key sections of the Northwest Arc bypass road in the Region of Murcia have officially opened this week, marking a major.. 11/07/2025

There is one region of Spain that doesn't have those typical black bulls by the side of the road, symbol of the countryThe enormous Osborne bull silhouettes can be found along roadsides all across Spain and first appeared way back in 1956 Among all forms of Spanish heritage and symbolism, the Osborne Bull stands as perhaps the most iconic. This powerful silhouette.. 10/07/2025

17-year-old diver dies off Bolnuevo coastThe teenager was found at a depth of 14 metres near the islet of Cueva de Lobos A 17-year-old freediver was found dead this Thursday July 10 after disappearing off the coast of Bolnuevo, in the municipality of Mazarrón. His body was found at.. 10/07/2025

Cartagena Council demands urgent safety upgrades at Villas Caravaning campsiteInspection reveals serious fire risks and planning violations, prompting new enforcement orders The long-running saga at the Villas Caravaning campsite in Playa Honda continues to unfold, with Cartagena City Council now stepping up pressure on the.. 10/07/2025

Spain considers making carpooling mandatory in busy areasThe DGT plans to implement a new series of measures to alleviate traffic congestion in some cities The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain is pushing forward with a drastic and highly controversial set of measures designed to cut down on.. 10/07/2025

Holy Jubilee Year begins in Cehegín on July 25The Jubilee celebrates the 300th anniversary of the arrival of the figure of the Virgen de las Maravillas in Cehegín On 25th July 2025 a year-long Holy Jubilee Year begins in the town of Cehegín in the north-west of the Region of Murcia.. 10/07/2025

Archaeology digs begin in Alhama at Cabecico Redondo and Las PalerasThe two-week project brings together experts, students and locals to explore the town’s ancient heritage The latest edition of the Alhama de Murcia Archaeology Work Camp got underway this week, on Monday July 7, marking the start of two weeks.. 10/07/2025

Resale homes now available to purchase at Santa Rosalía Lake & Life ResortTake this chance to move in straight away and enjoy lakeside living near the Mar Menor Real estate agents MGP have recently listed a number of resale properties at the sought-after Santa Rosalía Lake & Life Resort in Torre Pacheco, just.. 10/07/2025

Murcia weekend weather forecast July 10-13: Hot and humidThe storms affecting other parts of Spain will barely reach down as far as Murcia this weekend Murcia relative humidity, Friday July 11   The humidity is rising at the end of this week in the Region of Murcia, with relative humidity levels.. 10/07/2025

Camposol green waste area goes up in flamesThe garden waste plot near the golf club caught fire this Wednesday This Wednesday July 9, the green waste area on the lower part of Camposol Sector C behind the Golf Club caught fire.   The fire started in the afternoon and great plumes.. 10/07/2025

Goodbye plastic bags and tiny toiletries: UK airports starting to scrap the 100ml liquid ruleTravellers flying from Birmingham or Edinburgh can now carry up to 2 litres of liquid in their hand luggage Nineteen years after it was first introduced, the strict 100ml liquid rule for hand luggage has finally been lifted at two major UK airports. From.. 10/07/2025

Murcia expands 'Meals on Wheels' service for older people living aloneMurcia City Council will provide nearly 90,000 home-delivered meals to people over 65 with limited support Murcia City Council has launched a plan to improve support for older residents who are unable to cook for themselves. A new contract worth &.. 09/07/2025

From forest to freeway: Spain sees surge in animal-related road accidentsA third of all traffic accidents now involve animals Traffic accidents involving animals have doubled in Spain over the last decade, with more than 36,000 incidents reported last year, according to new figures released by the Spanish Road Traffic Association.. 09/07/2025

Mar Menor jellyfish population could explode in the coming weeksAnti-jellyfish nets will only be installed in four key locations along the Mar Menor this summer The decision has been made to erect anti-jellyfish nets on four Mar Menor beaches from the middle of this month and the timing couldn’t be better.. 09/07/2025