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San Javier unveils new green area designed to help prevent floodingThe Vereda del Vinco project combines flood protection with accessible green spaces and play areas San Javier has just completed a new €550,000 flood prevention project designed to help manage heavy rainfall and reduce flooding in one of the.. 28/05/2026

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

Spain extends flexible retirement to self-employed workers for the first timeRetirees in Spain will now be allowed to return to work part-time as autónomos under the new rules The Spanish government has approved a major change to pension rules this week that, for the first time, allows self-employed workers to return.. 28/05/2026

Re-wilding completed on the path up to the Pico del Aguilica in ÁguilasA charming walk with an immensely rewarding view over the beaches and town centre of Águilas A project has just been completed by the Town Hall of Águilas concerning the re-wilding of the path leading up to the Pico del Aguilica, a charming.. 28/05/2026

What do Real Madrid do after the season ends? Hint: it's in a small Murcia town!Alhama de Murcia will host the Real Madrid Foundation's summer camp for the first time The Real Madrid Foundation will officially bring its summer camp to Alhama de Murcia for the first time. The summer camp will run from June 29 to July 3.. 28/05/2026

Calima and temperatures up to 37 degrees: Murcia weekend weather forecast May 28-31Be sure to keep that suncream to hand – you’re going to need it every day from now on! To close out the month of May in style, there will be torrid night-time temperatures this weekend for the Region of Murcia, along with soaring temps.. 28/05/2026

Caring for elderly relatives in Spain could unlock extra financial supportFrom monthly payments to pension protection and home adaptation grants, carers may be entitled to more help than they realice Looking after an elderly or dependent family member can place huge emotional and financial pressure on families, especially when.. 28/05/2026

New sports facilities on the beaches of ÁguilasBetter equipment and infrastructures could lead to more Águilas beach sports tournaments The local Town Hall has completed a project to improve the sports equipment on beaches in Águilas, encouraging healthy activities among both residents.. 28/05/2026

Muslim community in Murcia forced to pray in car park again after sports centre banThe Jumilla Islamic community described the situation as “shameful and humiliating” after being barred from using municipal sports facilities Hundreds of Muslims living in Jumilla were once again forced to celebrate one of the most important.. 28/05/2026

Cheap fuel craze continues in Murcia with the opening of new low-cost filling stationsThe budget Plenergy fuel brand is aiming to expand to 500 stations across Spain by 2027 The low-cost petrol station boom in the Region of Murcia shows no signs of slowing down, with Plenergy opening two more service stations in Murcia and Cartagena.. 28/05/2026

Murcia government to clamp down on wastewater dumping and coastal pollutionThe long-awaited regulation will tighten controls on pollution entering the sea, covering wastewater plants, desalination facilities and industrial sites Murcia is preparing a new regional law to regulate pollution that flows into the sea from.. 27/05/2026

People in Spain are retiring later than ever as average pension age hits 65.5More than 12% of new retirees in Spain are now choosing to delay retirement voluntarily People in Spain are retiring later than ever before, with the country’s average effective retirement age now reaching 65.5 years for the first time. &.. 27/05/2026

Espacio Mediterráneo brings K-Pop magic to Cartagena for its 19th anniversaryA colourful month of workshops, dance, prizes and a big finale show is underway at the shopping centre The K-Pop universe has landed in Cartagena, and Espacio Mediterráneo is the place to be. The shopping centre is celebrating its 19th anniversary.. 27/05/2026

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

Murcia bar named among the 18 Best in Spain at new national awardsCafé Bar Verónicas picked up a prestigious T de Bares award alongside bars from across Spain A well-known bar in the Region of Murcia has officially been named one of the best in Spain after picking up a top award at the first-ever T.. 27/05/2026

Terra Natura Murcia open the door to a summer of fun and learningGuardians of the Water returns in 2026 with games, workshops, animals and water activities for children aged 3 to 12 If you are looking for a summer activity that keeps the kids happy, active and learning at the same time, Terra Natura Murcia .. 27/05/2026

Why are there so many firebugs around?You’re not alone in noticing a proliferation of this red and black insect, but there’s nothing to be worried about If you’ve been out and about in the garden or park, recently, or just walking along the street, you may have noticed.. 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

Grace period is over as Spain cracks down on V16 emergency beacon rulesDGT Spain says faulty, flat or non-approved devices are treated the same as having no beacon at all Drivers in Spain are now officially being fined for failing to comply with the country’s V16 emergency beacon rules after traffic authorities.. 27/05/2026

The Osborne bull turns 70: The story of Spain's most iconic roadside symbolThe story of how a simple brandy advert became one of the most recognised symbols in Spain Few images are more closely linked to Spain than the giant black Osborne bull standing over the country’s roadsides.   Visible from motorways.. 27/05/2026