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Suspects arrested for stealing almost €50,000 in Mazarrón and OrihuelaVictims were followed after taking money out of banks Guardia Civil in the Region of Murcia have arrested three alleged members of a gang of thieves from Chile known as “Los Fantasmas” (the ghosts), which has already been broken up.. 04/09/2025

Calling all chocolate lovers to Pilar de la HoradadaThe town is celebrating International Chocolate Day for a whole month, with special delicacies and free gifts International Chocolate Day is celebrated around the world every September 13, but Pilar de la Horadada has decided not only to join in.. 02/09/2025

Dogs tied up in basement rescued from Jacarilla house fireAnimals still fighting for their lives and owners may have broken the law   INCENDIO DE VIVIENDA EN JACARILLA. El fuego comenzaba ayer en el sótano de un chalet. Cuando llegaron #bomberosorihuela al lugar se encontraron dos perros que.. 01/09/2025

One killed in Redován fireworks factory explosionThe explosion could be heard for miles around An explosion at the Pirotecnia Ferrández fireworks factory in Redován, near Orihuela town and Callosa de Segura, has taken the life of one man and prompted the local town hall to declare.. 29/08/2025

Drowning at La Mata is Torrevieja's fourth this summer74-year-old Lithuanian man died not long after lifeguards finished work A man died, apparently by drowning, at La Mata beach in Torrevieja on Tuesday evening, August 26. Reports indicate that he was 74 years old and a Lithuanian citizen... 27/08/2025

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! This month, our pages are filled with inspirational ideas for your home and garden, together with some wonderful recipes, a what’s on guide, charity information, a business directory and more.. 27/08/2025

Where to listen to radio in English in southeast SpainEnglish-speakers and foreigners in Spain love listening to TKO Radio talk and music radio station in the car and at home! Due to its sizeable foreign population, southern Spain has radio that is 100% in English, dedicated to the foreign tourist and expat..

Feeling the heat? How to adapt your home or business to Spain's increasingly extreme summersFeel the benefit all year round with an effective and efficient heating and cooling system If you’ve been suffering in the extreme heat this summer (and let’s face it, it has been particularly intense!), then an effective and efficient.. 26/08/2025

Blue dragons besieging Guardamar beachesSwimming has been prohibited over several of the past few due to concern over pretty sea slugs with a potentially very painful sting The local police warn not to handle these creatures Guardamar del Segura has had to close its beaches for.. 25/08/2025

Legal and financial expat assistance in Spain with Thy Will Be DoneUnderstanding the importance of wills and estate planning for foreigners in Spain For British nationals living in Spain, creating a solid estate plan is one of the most important steps in protecting loved ones and ensuring that personal wishes are.. 25/08/2025

WATCH: Orihuela Costa cliff walk finally reopensThe wall blocking the Cabo Roig- La Caleta pedestrian path has been torn down   Even though Orihuela City Council officially took ownership of the Bellavista stretch of the Orihuela Costa cliff walk a couple of weeks ago, it still seemed.. 20/08/2025

Company chickens out of contract to rid Torrevieja of stray poultryHens and roosters are a common sight in the town’s parks, gardens and streets but could get hurt or cause traffic accidents This rooster is a regular at a bar near the Parque de las Naciones Why do chickens still cross the road in Torrevieja.. 18/08/2025

Orihuela Costa residents teased with details of new health centre that is years away from openingCouncil announces services for chimerical second health centre, despite not yet having the authority or funding to build it Councillors visiting the site Orihuela town hall has taken the unusual step of announcing all the services that will.. 15/08/2025

Cabo Roig cliff path reopening stalled again despite council takeoverOrihuela Council now officially owns the Aguamarina pedestrian path and is “committed” to reopening it Most Orihuela Costa residents were probably hoping for the best while expecting the worst, and unfortunately, they haven’.. 15/08/2025

Airport Buses announce improvements to the Murcia Corvera – Torrevieja route from August 9Prompt and hassle-free airport transfers for all incoming and outgoing flights at Corvera! Airport Buses, the new shuttle bus company offering routes to and from the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera, have announced exciting changes to the..

Thy Will Be Done warns: The risks of using unqualified and uninsured providers of UK wills and powers of attorney in SpainWhen preparing vital legal documents, peace of mind is more important than price or convenience Image: Brits in Spain   When arranging UK wills or powers of attorney while living in Spain, many people are understandably drawn to low-cost..

Wine tourism in Alicante: The route that combines DOP wines, gastronomy and natureThe Alicante Wine Route offers authentic food and wine experiences where you can discover the treasures of the Costa Blanca The Costa Blanca has quietly become one of Spain’s most compelling wine tourism destinations and the Alicante Wine Route.. 30/07/2025

New desalination plants planned for Águilas and Torrevieja to increase water supply in Murcia and AlicanteThese major infrastructure projects aim to ease groundwater pressure and provide more fresh water for the area Two large desalination projects are moving forward in Águilas and Torrevieja, with the Confederación Hydrográfica del.. 30/07/2025

Airport Buses wants your feedback: What new stops do you want to see?These are all the current stops along the way on Airport Buses’s three routes... but now they’re looking to add more! Since the Airport Buses private coach transfer service to and from Murcia Airport launched in May 2025, hundreds of passengers.. 29/07/2025

How the typical British teatime is bringing cultures together at an old people's home in MurciaA British tradition is helping to unite international and Spanish residents at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel through shared conversation and connection and a good, old-fashioned cuppa   Caser Residencial Santo Ángel recently.. 16/07/2025