MURCIA SOUTH WEST

VIDEO: Fireball streaks across Spain and explodes over MurciaExperts confirm it was space debris from a Chinese rocket, not the Perseid meteor shower     What many believed to be an early arrival of the spectacular Perseid meteor shower turned out to be something far more unusual. The brilliant.. 15/08/2025

Free parking at Águilas Plaza for firework night and the Summer CarnivalTwo of the best-attended summer events in Águilas take place this Thursday and Saturday This coming weekend sees the town of Águilas hosting two of its most spectacular events of the summer, with the huge firework display over the bay on.. 13/08/2025

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

Águilas opens new running path in a boost to walking and hiking tourismThe municipality of Águilas already boasts numerous established hiking routes El Ayuntamiento de Águilas apuesta por el turismo activo y natural con la construcción de una pista de running conectada a la red de senderos locales Although..

The Ninja Slushi is back in stock at TJ ElectricalsIt sold out in a flash last time, so grab yours before it’s gone again   If you missed out on the Ninja Slushi machine when it first arrived at TJ Electricals in Camposol, you weren’t alone. This clever gadget flew off the shelves.. 11/08/2025

VIDEO: 2-bed detached Camposol villa for sale €185,000 from Camposol Property SalesA tranquil location on Camposol Sector D with stunning outdoor space and a private pool   Tucked away in a peaceful part of Camposol’s Sector D, this immaculate 2-bedroom Fortuna Deluxe villa offers a blend of style, comfort and outdoor.. 11/08/2025

Shark sighting sparks beach drama in MazarrónBathers rush out of the water as two-metre shark swims close to the shore in Puerto de Mazarrón   Swimmers enjoying a sunny afternoon at La Reya beach in Puerto de Mazarrón got quite a shock on Thursday August 7 when a shark, estimated.. 08/08/2025

Águilas installs new charging points for electric vehicles and bicyclesThe new stations will allow up to four electric cars and six e-bikes to charge at once Águilas Town Council has begun installing new charging points for electric vehicles and electric bicycles.   The works are part of the Destination.. 08/08/2025

The Los Cocedores Blue Trail in ÁguilasAn eco-friendly walking and cycling route at the western end of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” (Blue Trails) is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association of Environmental and Consumer Education, to..

Alhama steps up mosquito control with early morning fumigationTiger mosquito among targets in ongoing campaign to reduce risk and nuisance this summer   The town of Alhama de Murcia is carrying out a fresh round of fumigation this weekend as part of its ongoing effort to combat mosquitoes, including the.. 07/08/2025

Plans for thermal spa bathing centre in Alhama de Murcia shelved for the time beingThe thermal baths of Alhama have helped define the history of the town over the last two millennia While the remodelling of the central Plaza La Constitución is under way in Alhama de Murcia this summer, a similar project at what used to be the.. 07/08/2025

Camposol residents demand urgent meeting to halt biogas plant plansFears grow in Camposol and Condado de Alhama over biogas plant’s impact on health and property values The proposed construction of a large-scale biogas and biofertiliser plant in Mazarrón has sparked serious backlash from residents of.. 06/08/2025

Dead cow at Altea beach is second on Costa Blanca in less than a weekCases are so far unexplained but cargo ships carrying livestock have been blamed for previous similar incidents A dead cow in the sea at a beach is an unpleasant surprise for bathers but is not as uncommon as you may think. The severely decomposed.. 06/08/2025

New bike lane planned for old Águilas road in LorcaAt the same time, Lorca City Council will resurface the road following resident complaints A new cycle lane is on the way for Lorca as the City Council has just opened the tender process for a works contract on the old Águilas road. The lane.. 05/08/2025

Suspect arrested after violent robbery on Lorca streetLorca police arrested a man following a city-centre attack on local woman A 47-year-old woman was attacked and robbed in broad daylight on Calle José María Zarauz in the centre of Lorca at the weekend. Local Police have arrested a young.. 05/08/2025

Águilas is building a two-storey parking garage with space for more than 350 vehiclesThe Águilas fairgrounds will house the new high-rise parking facility complete with shops and rooftop gardens Águilas is set to tackle its chronic parking shortage with the construction of a new high-rise parking lot on municipal land.. 04/08/2025

Blue zone free parking in Lorca throughout AugustNo need to pay in designated spaces in Lorca during the whole month August has arrived and for drivers in Lorca that can mean only one thing: completely free parking in all blue zones.   Drivers in Lorca can park for free in the city&rsquo.. 04/08/2025

Fresh push to revive illegal mega-resort sparks fury in southwest MurciaThe Marina de Cope mega-project on the coastline of Águilas and Lorca was ruled illegal over a decade ago A controversial plan to revive the long-abandoned Marina de Cope mega-resort in Lorca and Águilas is sparking fresh outrage among.. 01/08/2025

Will Spain's new emergency lights lead to traffic fines?The V-16 beacons are connected to the DGT in Spain, but authorities say there’s no need to panic From January 2026, all cars in Spain will need to carry V-16 emergency lights. These compact beacons are replacing the old warning triangles that.. 01/08/2025

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..