MURCIA NEWS

Alhama residents mustn't miss this local tax deadline to avoid extra chargesBritish expats have no excuse not to remember this date! Alhama de Murcia town council has reminded residents that they have until November 5 to pay this year’s local taxes during the voluntary payment period. This includes the following taxes.. 29/10/2025

Lorca tourist office returns to the Palacio de GuevaraThe old premises in the building were closed following damage in the 2011 Lorca earthquakes After an absence of 14 years a branch of the Lorca tourist office is reopening on the ground floor of the Palacio de Guevara, otherwise known as the “Casa.. 28/10/2025

Restoration work begins at the church of Santa María in LorcaThe church is one of the oldest still standing in Lorca and dates back to the late 15th century Work has begun in the city of Lorca to restore the main façade of the former church of Santa María, now the home of the CiuFRONT history museum.. 28/10/2025

Águilas presents 2026 Carnival poster 4 months in advance!Preparations are already under way in Águilas for the biggest Carnival fiesta in the Region of Murcia We are still two months away from Christmas and many shops in Spain haven’t even started selling decorations, full as they are with Halloween.. 28/10/2025

No need to worry: V-16 emergency beacons are safe despite fears of overheatingDrivers in Spain must carry the new lights next year but fears grow over overheating and battery explosions In less than three months, drivers across Spain will be required to carry a V-16 warning light in their cars as part of the new DGT 3.0 safety.. 24/10/2025

Join the Garden Boutique WhatsApp channel for fresh flower updates in MazarrónStay connected with Garden Boutique’s flower shop and enjoy exclusive offers and floral inspiration If you love flowers and beautiful blooms, Garden Boutique in Mazarrón has just made it even easier to stay in touch. Now you can join their.. 23/10/2025

Book early to look good for Christmas at The Salon CamposolBeat the rush to ensure your place with their qualified and experienced professionals Everyone likes to look their best for the festive season, so many of us want a fresh haircut or new style,  maybe a beauty or nail treatment, or even.. 22/10/2025

Jumilla joins new network of historic town centres in the Region of MurciaThe aim is to continue preserving and making the most of the historical heritage of the old centre of Jumilla The Town Hall of Jumilla is proud to have become one of the founder members of a new network entitled the Red de Municipios con Casco Histó.. 20/10/2025

Camposol B Clean Gardening volunteers spring back into actionThe dedicated gardening group has thrown itself into a hedge-trimming marathon after a well-deserved summer break The B Clean volunteers have emerged from summer hibernation and are now catching up with a few necessary jobs around Camposol Sector.. 17/10/2025

Sierra Espuña receives €1.6 million to combat devastating pine beetle outbreakDrought and pests have already killed 1.3 million trees across the Region of Murcia Sierra Espuña's forests have been suffering for years now, with brown, dying trees blotting the otherwise picture-perfect landscape everywhere you look... 17/10/2025

Águilas Town Hall encourages residents to prepare Xmas gifts for children in need this yearBoxes must be delivered for distribution in less well-off nations by 28th November The new Mayor of Águilas, Cristóbal Casado, has officially launched the annual “Niño de Navidad” campaign, supporting a worthy charity.. 16/10/2025

Read the October edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the October issue of Home & Living! Another great read which we hope will inspire you and help you find lots of ideas to incorporate in to your home and your life.   Featured in this months issue:   Discover.. 02/10/2025

Campoder unveils 178km of scenic trails with hands-on exhibition through MurciaEight towns invite residents and visitors to explore the region’s wild side If you fancy stretching your legs or hopping on a bike through some of Murcia’s prettiest corners, there’s something new to try. The Campoder Trail Network has.. 19/09/2025

Getting away from it all in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThe “green heart” of the Region of Murcia is a must for lovers of the great outdoors all year round! The Regional Park of Sierra Espuña is one of the great natural treasures of the Region of Murcia, with its marvellous landscapes, innumerable..

DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia adapts daily routines to protect residents from the worst of the heatNo effort is being spared in the prevention of dehydration among DomusVi residents All over Spain this summer, and particularly during what has so far been a blistering month of August, most of us have been adapting our daily routines in order to avoid the..

Never too late to learn: Caser Residencial brings digital skills to older adultsInnovative Applícate project helps residents in Lorca and Murcia gain confidence with technology   Technology isn’t only for the young. It can be a powerful way to connect, learn and feel empowered at any stage of life. Last .. 12/08/2025

The best nudist beaches in the Region of MurciaGo bare by the sea at these peaceful Costa Cálida coves You may have done it already, or maybe you’re just curious, but at some point most people have wondered what it would be like to spend a day at the beach with nothing but the sea.. 14/07/2025

Property promoter Omala Residences has dozens of new-build homes for sale off-plan at Hacienda del Álamo resort nowHacienda del Álamo Golf & Spa Resort is celebrating... here’s why!   The spectacular Hacienda del Alamo Golf & Spa Resort, located in Fuente Álamo, Murcia, a stone’s throw from the beaches of Mazarrón and.. 03/07/2025

FAST launch a new initiative to help first responders and emergency services which could save your lifeFAST’s first responders have initiate their ‘Red Folder Project’, which could save time and possibly lives in cases of medical emergency call-outs Camposol’s FAST organisation, which provides the urbanisation with a medical.. 27/06/2025

Temporary respite breaks offer elderly residents professional and personal support at DomusVi Ciudad de MurciaDomusVi Ciudad de Murcia, a home from home with wellbeing guaranteed from the very first day Caring for an elderly relative, neighbour or friend is a great test of the dedication of those upon whom the duty falls, and often they become so engrossed with the..