MAR MENOR GOLF RESORT, LOCAL NEWS

Cutting off utilities to squatters in Spain will no longer be a crimeIf passed, the new law means homeowners of occupied properties across Spain will be able to cut water, gas and electricity In 2024 alone, 16,400 cases of squatting and breaking and entering were reported in Spain, the third highest figure ever. Homeowners..

How to spot a fake V-16 emergency light in Spain and avoid a big fineKnock-off beacons not approved by traffic authorities in Spain are flooding the market ahead of the January deadline From January 1 next year, every vehicle in the country (with a few minor exceptions) must carry an approved and connected V-16 emergency..

Renfe launches high-speed train tickets from Murcia for €19The offer also includes journeys on Intercity, Alvia or Avlo trains from €7 Renfe is absolutely flying out of the starting gates with a fabulous Black Friday offer which starts nice and early on November 21. High-speed AVE train tickets to and.. 21/11/2025

Listeria alert in more sliced meats: Are these products in your fridge?AESAN extends recall to more batches of Nuestra Alacena and other brands, urging caution across Spain If you have recently stocked up on sliced meats, it’s worth checking your fridge. Spain’s food safety watchdog, AESAN, has widened its alert.. 21/11/2025

The 'Danish Ikea' chain stealing the homeware crown in SpainThe retail giant plans to open more than 300 new stores across Spain and Portugal It looks like there’s just no stopping JYSK, the homeware giant commonly referred to as the 'cheap Ikea' or the 'Danish Ikea.' Plans are already.. 21/11/2025

A wild and wonderful Christmas adventure for kids at Terra Natura MurciaThis festive season, little explorers can enjoy a Christmas full of nature, learning and fun at Terra Natura’s magical Christmas School Christmas is coming and Terra Natura Murcia is all set to welcome its youngest adventurers to a festive experience.. 21/11/2025

Stylish Rondella villa on the Mar Menor Golf Resort for €279,950Huge rental potential with this turn-key property, brought to you by Simply Spanish Homes Take a look at this beautifully maintained Rondella villa, a stylish two-bedroom, two-bathroom home on the Mar Menor Golf Resort, one of the most desirable golf.. 21/11/2025

Ultra-processed food consumption triples in Spain sparking major health concernsWith nearly a third of daily calories now coming from ultra-processed foods, health experts say it´s “like smoking” and urge stronger policies to protect public health   Spain’s diet is changing fast… and not for.. 21/11/2025

Frosty mornings and mild afternoons: Murcia weather forecast November 20-23A blend of clear skies, light coastal showers and cooling temperatures with gentle winds shaping the week ahead.   The Region of Murcia  is settling into a late November pattern with crisp, frosty mornings giving way to mild and pleasant.. 20/11/2025

Why Murcia farmers are turning to pistachios as their new wonder cropThe pistachio boom highlights the latest way Region of Murcia farmers are adapting to climate challenges These days, pistachios seem to be everywhere, from fancy restaurant menus and pastry shops to supermarket shelves stacked with bags of them. They.. 20/11/2025

Taste of Spain: 5 foodie destinations you can reach direct from the UKDiscover the rich and varied flavours of Spain beyond the summer beaches this winter When you think of Spanish food, paella, chorizo or tortilla probably spring to mind - and they’re delicious, of course. But Spanish cuisine is much more diverse.. 19/11/2025

New hidden mercury source discovered in Mar Menor lagoon raises environmental concernsGroundwater flow releases legacy mercury, threatening to increase toxic methylmercury as climate change worsens conditions A research team led by the Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM-CSIC) has uncovered a new, previously overlooked source of mercury.. 19/11/2025

Murcia extends bird flu lockdown to backyard chickensSo far, no outbreaks have been reported in the Region of Murcia Spain has ordered that professional livestock farms across the country confine their poultry to contain the spread of avian influenza, a highly-contagious disease which has already caused.. 19/11/2025

Cloudflare outage causes websites to crash around the globeA massive error has taken down Spotify, X, ChatGPT and even Downdetector ‘What did we ever do before the internet?’ is a question many of us have jokingly asked. Well, this afternoon, we’re finding out firsthand. Content delivery.. 18/11/2025

Getting vaccinated against the flu or Covid reduces the risk of stroke and heart attackAccording to Spanish experts, flu and Covid-19 vaccines have benefits far beyond preventing the diseases they were designed for For anyone thinking twice about getting vaccinated this winter season, Spanish experts have an interesting take on things.. 18/11/2025

Spanish vets warn dog owners about a hidden autumn dangerVets in Spain warn that acorns can cause intestinal blockages and toxic reactions in pets Autumn, with its parks and gardens full of changing leaves and fruits like acorns and chestnuts decorating the paths, is a picturesque scene, but for dogs it.. 18/11/2025

The unstoppable weed taking over roadsides in the Region of MurciaFountain grass is spreading through Murcia at an alarming rate, increasing wildfire risks and hindering drivers and cyclists If you've been driving around the Region of Murcia lately and noticed what looks like an absolute explosion of feathery.. 18/11/2025

Lung cancer on the rise in younger Spaniards, especially in womenOne in 20 lung cancer patients in Spain is under 50 as genetic and environmental factors come into focus Lung cancer usually affects older people, but it is increasingly being diagnosed in younger patients, especially women. In fact, about one in 20 cases.. 18/11/2025

Spain hikes up the price of cigarettes and tobaccoDozens of brands of cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos and pipe tobacco in Spain have increased in price this week Tobacconists across Spain have introduced more price changes this week which impact cigarettes, cigarillos, cigars and pipe tobacco. In.. 18/11/2025

Get the heating on: Bottled gas prices have dropped again across SpainFrom November 18, the maximum price for butano gas canisters in Spain will be set at €15.46 With temperatures set to plummet across Spain this week there’s some great news for households: the price of a standard butano bottled gas cylinder.. 18/11/2025