MURCIA NEWS

Community to tackle rubbish 'Hotspot' at Mar Menor in major land and sea clean-upVolunteers, divers and local groups join forces this Saturday to restore the wetlands and beaches next to Bahía Bella A massive clean-up operation is set to take place in one of the Mar Menor lagoon’s most polluted areas, as environment-minded.. 12/11/2025

Labour inspections: Amazon logistics centre in Corvera under the microscopeSpain is launching a deep inspection into Amazon’s hub in Murcia amid allegations of excessive hours and worker surveillance Spain’s Ministry of Labour has put Amazon’s logistics centre in Corvera under the spotlight as part of its.. 12/11/2025

Two minors arrested in Cartagena over handbag thefts from elderly womenVictims fell during the assaults, as police work continues on the case The Policía Nacional, with help from the policía local, have arrested two minors in Cartagena in connection with three violent robberies targeting elderly women. The.. 12/11/2025

Foreigners drive Spain's biggest population boom in historySpain is now home to more than 49.4 million people and almost 20% of them were born somewhere else Spain’s population has reached a record-breaking 49,442,844 people after growing by 105,488 in the third quarter of 2025. The figures, released.. 12/11/2025

Brace yourself for the booms: Supersonic flights return to Lorca skiesResidents warned of possible noise as Tactical Leadership Programme runs supersonic exercises from November 17 to 27 If you live in or near Murcia, southern Alicante and eastern Almería, you might want to keep your windows shut next week because.. 12/11/2025

Donaldson triumphs at La Manga Club in thrilling finale to Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals MoneyFour days of world-class golf, celebrity guests and record-breaking support mark a new high for Murcia’s premier sporting event   The Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals Money, once again brought La Manga.. 12/11/2025

Murcia steps up its green drive with 1,200 EV chargers and the region's first all-electric busThe regional government boosts sustainable transport with more charging stations and a new electric Movibus service between La Unión and Cartagena   The Region of Murcia’s drive towards greener mobility continues to gather pace. Earlier..

Helicopters and firefighters tackle blaze in Lorca countrysideTeams from across the Region joined forces to control the flames near Zarcilla de Ramos We might be in the thick of winter, but sadly wildfire season has been extended in the Region of Murcia thanks to a very dry autumn. On Tuesday November 11, a.. 12/11/2025

Guardia Civil breaks up Murcia gang behind 50 home burglariesOperation Twilight ends a year-long crime spree across Murcia and Alicante A spree of burglaries across Murcia and Alicante have been solved after the Guardia Civil dismantled a criminal gang operating in the regions.   The arrests came during.. 11/11/2025

Soaring Spanish mortgages shut out buyers: Costs jump 63% in a decadeForeign demand drives up prices, leaving many residents facing impossible home loans and the realities of renting If you’re thinking about buying a home in Spain, the numbers are increasingly daunting. The average mortgage amount needed to buy a property..

La Manga faces tough choices over its future developmentSan Javier Council estimates there is enough land to build 20,000 more houses La Manga del Mar Menor is reaching its limit for new construction and the local council is now considering how best to manage what little land remains. Incredibly, around.. 11/11/2025

The Taurids meteor shower arrives in Spain: The night you can see fireballs in the skyThis incredible meteor show will peak in the skies over Spain on Tuesday November 11 The Taurids, one of the most anticipated meteor showers of autumn, reach their peak tonight, Tuesday November 11, and will be visible from all over Spain, weather.. 11/11/2025

Four-legged friends bringing hope: Therapy dogs transform lives for families with rare diseasesFamilies in Murcia welcome their new canine companions thanks to a unique project making real changes for children and adults without treatment When most people think of therapy, they picture hospital wards or quiet counselling rooms. But for five families.. 11/11/2025

Los Alcázares launches new year-round tourism strategyThe first campaign begins on November 14 with the start of the Gastromar fair in Los Alcázares The Town Hall of Los Alcázares is continuing its efforts to de-seasonalize tourism in the municipality through a new Tourism Strategy which has.. 11/11/2025

Bird flu sends Spanish egg prices through the roofSpain has now locked down all poultry farms as 14 new outbreaks detected across six regions Eggs have become eye-wateringly expensive across Spain seemingly overnight as avian influenza (H5N1), more commonly known as bird flu, has gripped the globe.. 11/11/2025

Shop smart this Black Friday at Parque AlmenaraFind early deals, style inspiration and unbeatable offers all under one roof Right in the heart of Lorca’s El Campillo district, Parque Almenara is where shopping meets enjoyment. Open since 2008, it’s become a favourite spot for locals and.. 10/11/2025

Eleven smart tax moves to make in Spain before New Year that could save you thousandsAct now or miss out on legitimate ways to reduce your 2026 Spanish tax bill The 2026 tax season might feel like a distant worry, but savvy taxpayers know that the final weeks of 2025 are prime time for financial housekeeping. The clever folk at economic.. 10/11/2025

Suspects named in Camposol double murder as police hunt third accompliceThe gruesome knife attack investigation has revealed that the victims' bodies were hidden under concrete in basement Police in Mazarrón have named two men accused of murdering Ecuadorian friends José Patricio Chango Heredia, 43.. 10/11/2025

Crisp mornings and toasty afternoons: Murcia weather forecast November 10-13A week of mild sunshine, cooling nights and gentle winds perfect for exploring the coast and countryside A mild week ahead in the Region of Murcia with a mix of sunshine and clouds, cooler mornings inland, but pleasant highs reaching mid 20s by the.. 10/11/2025

Murcia to Albacete rail link faces further delays until late 2026The Ministry of Transport has yet to commit to a firm date for the direct rail corridor between the Region of Murcia and Madrid The direct railway line between Murcia and Albacete looks set to remain closed until at least the second half of 2026.. 10/11/2025