MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

When you die in Spain, it is not just about what will happen – it's also about what won'tPaul Blackmoore, Practice Principal at Thy Will Be Done, explains why proper estate planning is about more than just saving money upfront I often read on forums that a Will in Spain can be organised directly through a notary, effectively cutting out.. 29/10/2025

Torre Pacheco is turning a flood risk into a green space for the public to enjoyA project to restore the ecosystem of the Rambla Sur will also protect residents and the Mar Menor Torre Pacheco has launched a project to reduce the risk of flooding while at the same time restoring the environmental and aesthetic value of the Rambla.. 29/10/2025

Cartagena's cruise scene breaks new records with bumper October arrivalsLuxury ships and thousands of holidaymakers put the port on the map for Mediterranean voyages Cruise tourism in Cartagena has bounced back in spectacular style this year, with more than 50,000 cruise passengers visiting the city in October alone, thanks.. 29/10/2025

Storm winds bring sudden relief as Mar Menor's oxygen crisis vanishes overnightWildlife mortality risk drops as lebeche winds restore oxygen levels, but experts urge continued vigilance Only yesterday it was reported that the Mar Menor was facing a genuine environmental emergency, as oxygen-starved waters in the southern lagoon.. 28/10/2025

Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia join forces to fight cuts to water supplyThe regional governments have called for urgent talks over plans to reduce the water transfer to southern Spain In a last-ditch attempt, the regional governments in Murcia, the Valencian Community and Andalucia, along with the Syndicate of Irrigators.. 28/10/2025

Cartagena's bus station finally set for a long-overdue makeoverGround floor reorganisation and new passenger comfort at heart of the €300,000 revamp Built back in 1995, Cartagena’s bus station has long needed attention. The terminal on Trovero Marín Avenue, designed by Jesús Carballal, was.. 27/10/2025

Wildlife in flight as Mar Menor faces new oxygen crisisScientists raise alarm as water stratification and lack of oxygen threaten the lagoon’s southern ecosystems For years, Mar Menor has been under siege from recurring environmental problems: pollution, floods, and declining water quality. Now, worrying.. 27/10/2025

DomusVi residence for the elderly in the city of Murcia - your questions answered on how day-to-day life actually works! Placing a relative in a residence for the elderly can be traumatic, but DomusVi make it far easier with their guarantee of person-centred care The decision that an elderly relative or loved one is better off in a residence where they are constantly safe and..

Official safety advice released: What to do with showers and boilers now the drinking water has been turned back onResidents are being urged to clean domestic water systems after supply restored in San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier and Los Alcázares After ten days of restrictions following the contamination of the water network during storm Alice, residents.. 24/10/2025

Plaza Movilidad rolls into Pilar de la Horadada with new scooters and renewed spiritNow based in Pilar de la Horadada, Plaza Movilidad celebrates the return of stolen scooters and offers reliable rental and sales for electric mobility in the region Looking for reliable electric scooters to rent or buy? Plaza Movilidad, your trusted mobility.. 24/10/2025

Cartagena Viva: the city in your pocket with everything you needA new app for residents and visitors makes navigating services, culture, and local life easier than ever If you live in Cartagena or are planning to visit, there’s now a handy new app that puts the city at your fingertips. Cartagena Viva, launched.. 24/10/2025

HELP Murcia Mar Menor supports Hogar El Buen Samaritano with generous donationHELP donated €3’000 to Hogar El Buen Samaritano to help provide food and essential items for hundreds of families across Murcia Representatives from HELP Murcia Mar Menor were delighted to meet with Josué Sanchez and his son from.. 23/10/2025

Drinking water restored in San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier and Torre PachecoAuthorities have confirmed that the tap water is once again safe to drink in most affected areas Residents of the Mar Menor municipalities of San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier and Torre Pacheco can finally drink tap water again after more than a week.. 22/10/2025

Relive your youth at unforgettable concerts with Rewind SpainThe best original stars and tribute shows in the business are wowing audiences on the Costa Blanca Bryan Adams UK There’s no business like showbusiness, and understanding the importance of putting on a proper show is what makes the concerts.. 22/10/2025

Mar Menor's first oyster reef takes shape to help clean the lagoonNative oysters could help clean the lagoon’s waters as scientists warn of dangerously low oxygen levels The Mar Menor’s first oyster reef has been launched in a bid to help clean the polluted lagoon, just as scientists warn it is once.. 21/10/2025

More than a hundred people visit San Javier Storm Alice assistance centre on the first day aloneOver a hundred residents sought help at the new assistance centre set up by the Town Council for those affected by flooding and water cuts caused by Storm Alice Throughout the morning, more than 100 people visited the assistance centre opened by the.. 21/10/2025

Los Alcázares Town Council sets up information and advice point for those affected by storm Alice and the drinking water cutThe aim is to support residents, businesses and homeowners' associations affected by Storm Alice and the water supply interruption, helping them access available aid and report any damage Los Alcázares Town Council has opened an information.. 21/10/2025

El Portús neighbour confirms suicide pact in British couple tragedyWidower found with evidence of joint attempt after wife’s death sparks investigation and protests The tragedy that rocked the El Portús campsite deepened last week as the couple’s neighbour, Miguel, confirmed a heart-breaking suicide.. 20/10/2025

Tonina submarine anchors at Cartagena's historic museumSpain’s longest-serving Navy vessel finds a home in epic tunnels beneath Mount Galeras Cartagena made history on Friday October 17 as the city officially took ownership of the legendary Tonina S-62 submarine, setting the stage for its transformation.. 20/10/2025

Cages set in Cartagena as hunt for wild boars steps upAuthorities move to capture the city’s wandering herds after a new wave of sightings After weeks of wild boar sightings across Cartagena, the Ministry of the Environment has now taken decisive action - installing cages to capture the animals that.. 20/10/2025