MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Alhama de Murcia ramps up investment with record budget and new public facilitiesAlhama Town Council has earmarked millions for improved services, housing and infrastructure Alhama de Murcia is entering a new phase of investment with a record-breaking municipal budget and a series of major projects aimed at improving everyday.. 24/04/2026

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

Farmer blamed for Sierra Espuña forest fire that destroyed 400 hectaresThe fire tore through 429 hectares of protected woodland between Totana and Aledo A farmer has been charged in connection with the forest fire that tore through more than 400 hectares of protected woodland in Sierra Espuña in late March, after.. 23/04/2026

Águilas campaigns for greater e-scooter safetyThe Local Police of Águilas encourages young people to use VMPs responsibly and safely The laws and rules governing the use of electric scooters in Spain are constantly being tightened and adjusted, and after new insurance regulations were introduced.. 23/04/2026

Águilas sets new record for blood donations in 'donate for art' campaignA total of 187 people donated blood during the event held at the Infanta Doña Elena Auditorium, with 54 first-time donors taking part Águilas has once again proven the strength of its community spirit following a record-breaking turnout.. 22/04/2026

Three dead and two survivors rescued from drifting migrant boat off Cartagena coastAuthorities are investigating whether more dead bodies may have been tossed in the sea after the vessel was found adrift for up to 20 days The dangers of crossing the Mediterranean have once again come into sharp focus after a small migrant boat carrying.. 21/04/2026

Self-reliance, stability and lower bills: How homeowners in Spain are dealing with rising electricity pricesNow is a good time to switch to solar panels on your home in Spain to reduce your reliance on the global market and bring your costs down Electricity prices are on the rise again, and while increases are nothing new, the current surge is being felt.. 20/04/2026

Fuente Álamo to transform the ill-fated La Torrica racetrack site into a new public parkAfter years of legal delays and issues with illegal raves, the council is repurposing the abandoned circuit into a nature reserve The old La Torrica racetrack site on the outskirts of Fuente Álamo is finally moving onto a new chapter. After.. 20/04/2026

One of Murcia's seaside towns nominated as among the best beach destinations in SpainNational Geographic readers have shortlisted the town alongside some of Spain's most popular coastal destinations As temperatures start to rise and the first warm, spring-like days get people thinking about beach trips again, attention naturally.. 17/04/2026

New solar panels on the seafront auditorium in ÁguilasÁguilas Town Hall continues to prioritize sustainability and efficiency The Auditorio y Palacio de Congresos Infanta Doña Elena on the seafront in Águilas may look like one of the most modern buildings in the town, but it has now.. 17/04/2026

Águilas plants trees across town to improve public spaces and create jobsThe latest green drive across Águilas aims to improve daily life for residents while supporting local employment A fresh wave of tree planting is underway in Águilas as the town council pushes ahead with plans to improve green spaces.. 17/04/2026

Camposol B Clean volunteers roll up their sleeves for another big tidy-upWork has focused on the rambla along C/Sierra de la Torrecilla, and more work is planned in the coming weeks For the past three weeks, the Camposol B Clean volunteer group has been working along Calle Sierra de la Torrecilla, focusing on the area.. 17/04/2026

Stress testing: Dozens of lorries park on new Alhama de Murcia AVE bridge to test its durabilityLorry load tests on the Murcia-Almería line check the strength of a new viaduct as work continues on the Mediterranean Corridor Spain's Transport Minister Óscar Puente shared some striking images of load testing on a high-speed.. 17/04/2026

Access to Bolnuevo coves to close as safety works beginThe five-kilometre coastal track between Bolnuevo and Cañada de Gallego affected by rain damage, will be closed for several weeks The access road to the Bolnuevo coves in Mazarrón will be closed for the next few weeks while work starts.. 16/04/2026

Mercadona agrees to deliver to Camposol, HDA and surrounding areaOnline orders with home delivery to southwest Murcia resorts will be available once again Since we all discovered the ease and convenience of shopping online and having your weekly shop delivered to your door, there could be no going back to the nuisance.. 16/04/2026

Lorca begins Holy Jubilee Year in honour of Francis of AssisiThis year is the 800th anniversary of San Francisco de Asis, who was canonized just two years after his death 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of Francis of Assisi, known in Spain as San Francisco de Asis, and as part of the Holy Jubilee celebrations.. 15/04/2026

Mazarrón backs support space for cancer patients at Cartagena hospitalThe initiative aims to provide a dedicated area for patients and families facing long waits during treatment The Town Hall of Mazarrón has expressed its support for a new social and healthcare initiative at Santa Lucía Hospital in Cartagena.. 15/04/2026

May 1 Public meeting announced by Camposol Legal Platform Against BiogasThe Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas calls a public meeting to explain the next steps after the recently commissioned report In the wake of the technical report commissioned by the Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas into the plans submitted.. 15/04/2026

Alhama de Murcia strengthens Local Police with new vehicles and high-tech dronesThe new equipment will be used for searches, traffic incidents and monitoring hard-to-reach rural areas, including during emergencies Alhama de Murcia has added two new patrol vehicles and a set of modern drones to its Local Police force, to improve.. 14/04/2026

A greener future planned for Lorca Castle with new restoration projectThe €136,000 project will restore both the interior and outer slopes of the castle, including its butterfly garden and surrounding green areas The city of Lorca has started work on a new project that will see the landscape around its famous.. 13/04/2026