ALICANTE NEWS

More sonic booms coming to Lorca skiesAir Force training flights may rattle windows from Monday until Thursday February 5 A heads-up for Lorca residents and those nearby: expect some familiar loud bangs over the next week as Air Force and Space planes carry out tactical training over the.. 27/01/2026

San Javier announces the dates of the 2026 air show at the FITUR fair in MadridOther key dates in the diary have also been confirmed as San Javier showcases its tourist attractions Estíbaliz Masegosa, the Councillor for Tourism in the municipal council of San Javier, has described the visit of a delegation from the municipality.. 27/01/2026

Search called off for sailor and his yacht that went missing off the Costa BlancaMaritime Rescue has suspended its active search and rescue operations after weeks with no trace of the nine-metre yacht ‘Admirante’ After weeks of searching by sea and air, Spain’s Maritime Rescue service has officially called.. 26/01/2026

Trial starts in Alicante for criminal gang alleged to have sold used cars with the KM counters turned backTen defendants are accused of cheating around 100 second-hand vehicle buyers in the Vega Baja and Marina Baixa areas The suspects in a long-running alleged car scam in Alicante’s Vega Baja area are finally heading to court this week, with.. 26/01/2026

Another unsettled week with strong winds at times: Alicante weather forecast January 26-29Cloud cover will increase as the week progresses, with some rain and strong winds at times This week, the Alicante Province will see more rain, and the strong wind is here to stay for now. Temperatures will fluctuate throughout the week, but that.. 26/01/2026

Torrevieja and Orihuela shine at FITUR 2026Lifestyle videos, medieval markets and sports events woo international crowds Torrevieja and Orihuela are making waves at FITUR 2026, Spain's big international tourism fair running from Tuesday January 21 to Saturday January 25 at IFEMA in Madrid... 22/01/2026

Train drivers call a general strike from February 9 to 11 following train accidents in Adamuz and GelidaThe Union of Railway Drivers has warned of declining safety standards and announced legal action against those responsible for infrastructure and operations problems Train drivers across Spain have called a three-day general strike from February 9.. 22/01/2026

Mar Menor burglary gang dismantled with 13 arrestsGuardia Civil links suspects to 25 offences across San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar and Orihuela The Guardia Civil in Murcia has arrested 13 members of a criminal gang operating from San Javier, connecting them to 25 burglaries and thefts in the Mar.. 21/01/2026

Partner of Northern Irish murder suspect investigated after fatal crash in El CampelloMadison V., the 20-year-old British woman driving the BMW, is being investigated following a collision that killed a 54-year-old man A 54-year-old British man has died following a traffic accident on the A-70 in El Campello. The crash occurred.. 21/01/2026

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with SpainoraIndependent guides to properties, golf, beaches & lifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping clients discover the best of Spain's Mediterranean coast. From the Costa.. 20/01/2026

Orihuela Costa drives population boom as British remain largest foreign groupHuge growth along the coast has pushed Orihuela municipality close to 89,000 residents Orihuela Costa has become the main engine behind a sharp rise in population across the wider municipality, which ended 2025 with close to 89,000 residents. New.. 16/01/2026

Alicante-Elche airport nears 20 million passengers in record-breaking 2025International travellers, led by the British, drive an 8.5% increase in passenger numbers Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has capped 2025 with a new record, nearly reaching 20 million passengers. Final figures show the airport handled 19.. 14/01/2026

Plans move forward for new desalination plants on the Alicante and Murcia coastsThe Torrevieja and Águilas facilities should increase the water supply in southern Spain Another step forward has been taken towards building two new desalination plants in Torrevieja and Águilas, which together could supply up to 150.. 14/01/2026

Dense fog at Alicante airport leaves thousands of British passengers stranded in SpainAt least 18 inbound flights were diverted as thick mist blanketed the Costa Blanca on Tuesday morning British travellers heading to and from Alicante were thrown into chaos yesterday after heavy fog brought the airport to a standstill and forced airlines.. 14/01/2026

Clothing recycler arrested after dumping tons of used clothes across AlicantePolicía Nacional detains 39-year-old man accused of fraudulently abandoning dozens of tons in rented warehouses A 39-year-old man has been arrested in Alcoy by the Policía Nacional on charges of fraud and damage. He allegedly rented industrial.. 12/01/2026

Two Vega Baja Mediterranean Trail routes shortlisted for prestigious Certified Trail AwardThe spectacular routes between Guardamar and Pilar de la Horadada pass through 30 points of interest along the coast Two stages of the GR 92 'Mediterranean Trail' that run along the entire coast of the Vega Baja del Segura have been shortlisted.. 12/01/2026

Torrevieja scooter crash victim dies months after hit-and-run69-year-old man’s death could see charges upgraded to involuntary manslaughter A 69-year-old man has died months after being hit by an electric scooter in Torrevieja, in a case that is now likely to be treated as involuntary manslaughter. The collision.. 09/01/2026

Living in Alicante is getting pricier as housing hits record highsWhether you’re looking in the city or along the coast, finding an affordable home in Alicante is becoming tougher Living in Alicante is costing more than ever, and housing is the main reason. According to the latest IMIE Local Markets report.. 09/01/2026

British sex offender arrested on the Costa BlancaThe 41-year-old, subject to an International Arrest Warrant, was picked up by police in San Fulgencio National Police officers have arrested a 41 year old British man in San Fulgencio on the Costa Blanca after discovering he was wanted by the authorities.. 07/01/2026

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in EuropeThousands of people flock to the Orihuela Costa’s Cala Bosque each year for a Christmas Day with a real difference Are you tired of the same old Christmas celebrations? Looking for a unique and exciting way to spend the holiday season? Look.. 16/12/2025