TORRE PACHECO, LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFO

Rescued loggerhead turtle heads back into the sea at CalblanqueThe first adult loggerhead turtle of the year treated at the El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre was returned to the Mediterranean The adult female turtle was spotted swimming at the surface near the La Azohía tuna trap fishery. Staff raised.. 28/05/2026

Murcia restaurants and bars struggle to find staff for the summer seasonEmployers warn they are being forced to recruit inexperienced workers and train them on the job to cope The hospitality sector in the Region of Murcia is heading into the summer season facing a growing shortage of qualified workers, as employers.. 27/05/2026

Police called to reports of a 'tiger' roaming rooftops in MurciaResidents in Molina de Segura contacted police after spotting what they believed was a dangerous animal roaming across rooftops Residents in the town of Molina de Segura got quite a fright this week after several people became convinced there was.. 27/05/2026

Move over Silicon Valley: A Murcia startup is at the heart of the AI boomFreepik has rebranded under the name of Murcia-based AI startup Magnific following its acquisition Two local lads from Murcia are taking the world by storm. Javi López and Emilio Nicolás founded Magnific, an AI tool that improves.. 26/05/2026

Rental prices keep climbing across Murcia and Cartagena as prices approach record levelsLatest figures show rents in Murcia are up 6.6% on last year, matching previous peak levels seen in 2025 Rental prices across the Region of Murcia continue to rise, which is bad news for those trying to save for a mortgage deposit and get onto.. 25/05/2026

Spring has arrived in the Region of Murcia… along with the pestsControl de Plagas Levante is helping homeowners across Cartagena, Murcia and the Mar Menor prepare their properties for the warmer months ahead As temperatures begin to climb across the Costa Cálida, many homeowners are enjoying their terraces.. 22/05/2026

Spain agrees €7 billion housing plan with €308 million earmarked for MurciaThe new State Housing Plan 2026-2030 was backed unanimously by all regional governments The Spanish Government will invest €308 million in the Region of Murcia under the State Housing Plan 2026-2030, with €35.2 million expected to be.. 22/05/2026

Spain blocks major solar plant planned between Murcia and the Vega BajaOfficials say proposed solar complex could cause significant environmental damage across Murcia and Alicante municipalities A major solar energy project planned between Murcia and the Vega Baja has been blocked after Spain's Ministry for Ecological.. 22/05/2026

Luxury villas at Altaona Resort in Murcia, Spain   Taolis (The Art of Living in Spain) is the Spanish property developer behind the luxury villas at Altaona Sports & Wellness Resort in Murcia, with prices from €443,500 to over €1,000,000. Approximate prices as of 2026.  .. 20/05/2026

La Manga and Cabo de Palos rentals under pressure as summer rush sees homes book out months in advanceEstate agents report that July and August are already almost fully booked, with two-week stays now dominating the market as traditional longer summer holidays fade The holiday rental market in La Manga and Cabo de Palos is heading into summer 2026.. 18/05/2026

Spain sees surge in racist social media posts as more than 1,000 hateful messages appear every dayNew figures show most abuse targets North Africans and Muslims, while campaigners push for stronger action online More than 105,000 racist and xenophobic messages were detected on social media in Spain during the first three months of 2026, according.. 15/05/2026

What do David Beckham, Matt Damon and Robbie Williams have in common? They all love a holiday at La Manga Club!Why is La Manga Club still one of Spain’s most complete holiday destinations? Local accommodation expert Rent La Manga Club explains... If a destination can attract names like David Beckham, Matt Damon, John Malkovich, Salma Hayek and Robbie.. 13/05/2026

Big step forward for El Alba resort as 1,050-home development nears next construction phaseLocated between Roldán and Torre Pacheco, the up-and-coming resort now features a beach-style pool and paddle tennis courts The long-awaited El Alba Mediterranean Resort between Roldán and Torre Pacheco is really starting to take shape.. 11/05/2026

Stunning 3-storey townhouse on La Torre Golf Resort on sale for just €239,950This generous family home listed by Simply Spanish Homes comes with two modern bathrooms, a contemporary kitchen and huge private garden La Torre Golf Resort is one of Murcia's most popular addresses and this three-storey townhouse listed by Simply.. 06/05/2026

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavenderLocal town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan their summer holidays. And it's easy to understand why the climate.. 29/04/2026

'They have to use their phones in a positive and creative way': Art students continue to wow with their photography and English skillsExpat TA Jane Murphy has been running the scheme for two years now, and has seen success in her students’ motivation, creativity and English ability For the second year running, the Las Claras del Mar Menor bilingual high school in Los Alcá.. 29/04/2026

San Pedro del Pinatar sells potted plants to support cancer charityThe plant-sale charity event returns for another year to help fund vital research and support services The main square in San Pedro del Pinatar once again filled with colour and quiet generosity as the local branch of the Asociación Españ.. 27/04/2026

Torre Pacheco plans new footbridge to reconnect neighbourhoods divided by the Rambla SurA long-awaited project aims to improve access, mobility and cohesion across the rambla floodplain Torre Pacheco Town Council has set in motion plans to build a new pedestrian footbridge over the Rambla Sur, a project designed to better connect the.. 27/04/2026

What is Bimi, the Asian 'super veg' taking over Murcia's fields?The Region now supplies most of Europe's demand thanks to its climate and farming expertise Bimi is a hybrid vegetable that combines broccoli and Chinese kale. In recent years, it has moved from being a relatively unknown crop to something.. 24/04/2026

Modern 2-bed villa at the El Alba Resort, Torre Pacheco with Simply Spanish Homes for just €314,500This up-and-coming resort near Roldán offers strong rental potential and easy access to beaches and the airport A modern two-bedroom villa with a private pool has come onto the market in the popular Murcia municipality of Torre Pacheco, offering.. 22/04/2026