MURCIA NEWS

Lorca forces sale of empty plots left since 2011 earthquakesFour old town sites go to auction after owners failed to rebuild homes Lorca is taking action against owners who’ve left empty plots in the old town for years, with the City Council voting on Monday October 26 to start the auction of four privately..

Dead body found in burned-out car on CamposolFirefighters discovered the victim after putting out a blaze in a Camposol car park The Guardia Civil is investigating after the body of a person was found inside a burned-out car in the Camposol residential area of Mazarrón on Tuesday October.. 27/10/2026

Aledo and Cehegín battle to win Ferrero Rocher's Christmas lightsPublic voting is open until Sunday November 8 to decide which Murcia town will represent the region in the national competition Aledo and Cehegín are competing to become the Region of Murcia’s representative in Ferrero Rocher’s Christmas.. 27/10/2026

Work set to start soon on three Murcia medical centre upgradesA €12.5 million investment will expand health centres serving more than 57,000 people in the Region The Region of Murcia has given the green light to the expansion and renovation of three health centres, with building work is due to start before.. 27/10/2026

Trial begins over death of British woman outside Camposol homeProsecutors allege Michael John C. murdered his partner Vanessa Elisabeth in 2022 and are seeking a 25-year prison sentence A jury trial has begun in Murcia over the death of a British woman outside her home in Camposol, near Mazarrón, in December.. 26/10/2026

Poverty is spreading across the biggest cities in the Region of MurciaA new study found 42% of residents in four Murcia municipalities live in vulnerable areas More than 356,000 people in the Region of Murcia live in neighbourhoods classed as vulnerable, according to a study showing poverty and inequality spreading.. 26/10/2026

Águilas prepares for the annual Processionary caterpillar prevention campaignPrevention is the best cure to rid school playgrounds and other areas of the threat of the caterpillars Early every year, those of us in southern Spain who are fortunate enough to live in an area with pine trees find ourselves on the lookout for the trails.. 22/10/2026

Breakwater repairs ongoing at the beach of La Colonia in ÁguilasAccessibility is improved by the laying of a new concrete surface on the structure Work is nearing completion at the beach off La Colonia in Águilas to make the breakwater which protrudes into the Mediterranean more accessible to members of the.. 21/10/2026

Climber rescued from the rock face of Peñas BlancasNumb hands prevented the man from reaching the top of the sheer rock face between Isla Plana and La Azohía An intrepid climber was rescued by firefighters of the Town Hall of Cartagena after nightfall on 14th October after he found himself unable.. 15/10/2026

Restoration continues to progress well at the Teatro Guerra in LorcaThe historic theatre in the centre of Lorca will once again be the oldest theatre in use in Murcia when it reopens Restoration work is still ongoing at the historic Teatro Guerra in Lorca but another step forward has been made with the imminent beginning.. 15/10/2026

Season of 5 classical music concerts in Águilas announced for late 2026The A Tempo season begins on 30th October at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena in Águilas It has been a few years now since the regular “ProMúsica” seasons of classical music concerts and recitals in Águilas was.. 13/10/2026

Caser Residencial Alameda renews its training partnership with Down LorcaParticipants will get practical training and real work experience at the Lorca care home Caser Residencial Alameda in Lorca has renewed its collaboration agreement with the Down Lorca Association, continuing a partnership that dates back to 2017 and.. 07/10/2026

What buying property in Spain really costs, with a worked exampleSpainora breaks down the taxes, fees and extra costs to expect when buying property in Spain in 2026 By Spainora   The allure of the Spanish property market remains undeniable. Whether you are seeking a minimalist villa in Javea, a penthouse.. 06/10/2026

One earthquake every 36 hours: Life on top of the Region of Murcia's fault linesMore than 6,100 earthquakes have hit the Region since 1900, but most go unnoticed Archive image of the aftermath of the Lorca earthquake in May 2011   The Region of Murcia has recorded an earthquake roughly every 1.5 days since 2020, according.. 15/09/2026

Holiday rental licences on the Costa Cálida: What buyers need to know in 2026Spainora explains what buyers need to know before investing in a holiday rental in the Region of Murcia and beyond By Spainora   On May 21, 2026 the Spanish Supreme Court (ruling 620/2026) annulled the national short-term rental registry.. 09/09/2026

STO Media Group is looking for sales talent across Alicante, Murcia and AlmeríaSTO Media Group is looking for motivated field sales and telesales representatives to promote its growing portfolio of media brands Do you have a natural talent for sales and enjoy meeting people? STO Media Group could be looking for you.  .. 26/08/2026

Buying in Spain? Choosing a firm that's both a Gestoría and a law firm could save you time, money and stressGestoría Carvajal explains why combining legal and administrative expertise can make buying a Spanish home far less stressful For many people moving to Spain, buying a home here is one of life's biggest milestones. It's exciting, but.. 04/08/2026

Águilas snorkel guide: Shallow pools and seaweed-loving wrens at La CarolinaAn exciting route through four coves, with a stone arch and damselfish along the way Tucked away within a coastal setting of four coves, La Carolina in Águilas is a lovely spot for snorkelling, with a route along the right-hand side that.. 30/06/2026

Snorkelling in Águilas: The Los Cocedores easy beach route for all agesA family-friendly route on the Murcia-Almería border with shallow water throughout Right on the border between Murcia and Almería, south of Águilas, lies Los Cocedores, a beautiful beach that offers up two different snorkelling.. 30/06/2026

La Cresta, Isla del Fraile: An Águilas dive site of rocky mazes and resident groupersFrom shallow seagrass meadows to a dazzling 17-metre ridge, this Águilas dive site has it all Off the coast of Águilas, the waters around Isla del Fraile hide one of the area's most rewarding dive routes, known as La Cresta. The.. 30/06/2026