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British drug kingpin once among Europe’s most wanted dies in Costa BlancaBrian Charrington passed away while awaiting a Spanish prison sentence tied to a 2013 cocaine bust   A notorious British drug trafficker, once ranked among Europe’s top ten most investigated criminals, has died on the Costa Blanca while.. 24/07/2025

Storms may bring some local downpours: Alicante weekend weather July 24-27Turbulent weather into tomorrow morning should give way to pleasant sunshine and gradually rising temperatures this weekend The storms and rainfall will be at their most widespread around 10pm State weather agency AEMET has issued a number.. 24/07/2025

How to avoid sky-high mobile bills when travelling this summerTop tips for using your phone abroad without breaking the bank With the summer in full swing, the kids on school holidays and millions of people in Spain heading abroad for their summer getaways, now’s a good time to check how your mobile phone plan..

Orihuela Costa medical centre crisis drags on despite new regional planOrihuela council is leaning towards a new build as the ageing Aguamarina centre struggles to cope Residents of Orihuela Costa have been waiting for more than five years for decisive action to address their public healthcare shortage. The only existing.. 24/07/2025

Twelve wildfires break out in a single day as Spain's summer blaze crisis deepensAndalucía hit hardest as experts warn rainy spring followed by intense heat and wind is fuelling fast-spreading fires   Spain braces for another dangerous fire season Spain is facing a fresh wave of summer wildfires as hot, dry and.. 23/07/2025

Potholes, weeds and broken bins: Orihuela Costa residents fed up with neglectLocals say the coast is treated like a cash cow with crumbs in return, as police confirm dozens of accidents caused by crumbling roads Orihuela Costa residents say they’ve had enough. While Orihuela city receives the lion’s share of municipal.. 23/07/2025

Orihuela Costa to fix long-forgotten tourist signpostsThe crumbling, vandalised signs will be replaced as part of a long-overdue upgrade in Orihuela Costa Visitors to Orihuela Costa who’ve found themselves squinting at rotted or graffiti-covered signs may soon have an easier time getting around.. 22/07/2025

Whale of a sight: More than 100 giants glide past the Costa BlancaDénia had the front-row seat for one of nature’s grandest migrations this week The waters off the Costa Blanca have welcomed some extraordinary visitors this season. More than one hundred fin whales, the second largest animals on the.. 22/07/2025

“Proper Care” at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia, the difference between treatment and personalized careThe human touch is key at all DomusVi residences for the elderly throughout Spain Domus Vi Ciudad de Murcia is just one of the largest group of residences for the elderly in Spain, and follows the same maxim which governs the care provided throughout the country..

Ryanair admits paying commission to staff who charge for oversized bagsCEO Michael O’Leary has defended the commission, saying it helps enforce baggage rules and improve boarding efficiency Ryanair has confirmed that its cabin staff receive around €1.50 each time they catch a passenger trying to board with.. 21/07/2025

WATCH: Wildfire at Torrevieja lagoon spreads frighteningly close to homesThe blaze broke out at the abandoned municipal spa with smoke visible across the Costa Blanca Spain’s dreaded forest fire season is continuing without let-up, with major blazes breaking out across the country since the start of the summer. In.. 21/07/2025

Family of French tourists in Javea, including two small children, hospitalised after being hit by drink driverThe father and two young children were seriously injured in the incident, which has left holidaymakers in the Marina Alta town in shock A French family on holiday in Javea (Xàbia) on the Costa Blanca was seriously injured on Thursday afternoon.. 21/07/2025

Why more beaches are off limits in Alicante this summerMore closures than usual in July as bacteria lingers longer in the warmer sea More beaches than usual have been forced to close temporarily in the Valencian Community this summer due to a combination of environmental factors and improved water quality.. 18/07/2025

VIDEO: Italian mob boss and most wanted fugitive arrested in Orihuela CostaThe leader of the infamous Camorra crime syndicate faces 24 years in prison for drug trafficking 🚩Detenido uno de los #fugitivos más buscados de #Italia 🔹El arrestado está considerado como el líder del clan Sorianello.. 18/07/2025

Olive oil prices crash by 46 per cent but not all Spanish food costs are cooling downSpain's ‘liquid gold’ has fallen 48% from its peak as grocery inflation drops to more manageable levels Remember when buying olive oil felt like a luxury purchase? Those days might finally be over. Spain's beloved ‘liquid.. 17/07/2025

Rents in Spain can be hiked up by 2.10 per cent this monthThe latest rent increase limit applies to contracts signed after Spain's housing law came into effect in May 2023 Millions of renters across Spain are facing potential rent increases this month as landlords gain the ability to raise monthly payments.. 17/07/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025

Spain's dream of a shorter work week just got put on hold againWith strong opposition to the proposal, doubts have been cast over whether the working day in Spain will be reduced at all There’s been a bit of a blow for employees throughout Spain as it looks increasingly unlikely that the legislation needed.. 16/07/2025

Protesters dump rubbish bags in Alicante square to highlight 'dirty city' problemResidents accuse the council of years of poor street cleaning and demand urgent action to tackle worsening hygiene   A group of protestors gathered in Alicante’s City Hall Square on Monday July 14, piling up black bags of rubbish.. 16/07/2025

Food and fuel shoot up in price across Spain due to the conflict in IsraelInflation in Spain rose far more sharply last month than experts had initially predicted The conflict in the Middle East was always going to have a knock-on effect in western countries but even the financial experts are surprised by how much, and.. 16/07/2025