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Explore 1,200 years of Murcia with new guided tours this autumnMurcia City launches free themed routes to celebrate its rich history and heritage   To mark the 1,200th anniversary of Murcia’s founding, the Ayunatamiento is rolling out a special programme of guided tours this autumn. Organised by.. 18/08/2025

Shein and Temu outlet pops up in MurciaMurcia shoppers can bag a real bargain with everything costing just €5 If you love scrolling through Shein for the latest trends or hopping on Temu for quirky finds, Murcia has just made your life a whole lot easier. A new outlet has popped up.. 13/08/2025

Stark contrast in green space plans of Region of Murcia as one city builds and another lets parks declineCartagena opposition slams “deplorable” neglect while neighbouring municipality pushes ahead with multi-million-euro urban park project   Cartagena’s Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) has hit out at what it describes as a.. 13/08/2025

Murcia Corvera Airport records busiest month of 2025 so farInternational travellers continue to dominate traffic as July flights rise nearly 9% The Region of Murcia International Airport, better known as Corvera, welcomed 123,775 passengers in July, marking a 2.9% increase compared to the same month last.. 12/08/2025

Never too late to learn: Caser Residencial brings digital skills to older adultsInnovative Applícate project helps residents in Lorca and Murcia gain confidence with technology   Technology isn’t only for the young. It can be a powerful way to connect, learn and feel empowered at any stage of life. Last .. 12/08/2025

Murcia plans revival of local kiosks as just 21 remain openThe city wants to breathe new life into these once-thriving neighbourhood hubs with a modernised model Once a familiar sight on the streets and squares of Murcia, local kiosks are now becoming a rarity. According to new figures from the City Council.. 07/08/2025

No more crisps and cola: Murcia hospital starts clearing junk food from vending machinesArrixaca Hospital takes the lead in a health-first move to swap out fatty snacks for fruit and cereal bars   Murcia’s biggest hospital is giving its vending machines a major health makeover, with sugary drinks and fatty snacks being removed.. 07/08/2025

Murcia's new canine fire unit set to save lives in disasters and emergenciesSpecially trained dogs will soon join Murcia’s fire brigade to help locate missing people in high-risk situations Murcia City Council has announced the launch of its very own Canine Fire Unit, a first for the city, aimed at improving emergency.. 29/07/2025

This is the new shopping centre that's opening up in Murcia this SeptemberMore than 30 shops – including Jysk, Pepco and Mercadona – will open at the Los Olivos retail park on September 11 The long-awaited Los Olivos shopping complex in Cieza, Murcia, will officially open its doors on Thursday September.. 28/07/2025

Murcia's Enrique Roca stadium makes upgrades ready for 2030 World CupReal Murcia is modernising its home ground with new technology, VIP areas and enhanced fan facilities ahead of a potential 2030 World Cup role The Enrique Roca Stadium in Murcia city is in the midst of a major transformation as Real Murcia pushes.. 28/07/2025

Corvera Airport duty free gets swanky new makeoverThere are two new shopping areas, one of which has a fancy gastrobar eatery area inside The Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera has just got two new recently renovated duty-free shops where passengers flying from the airport can shop.. 14/07/2025

Temporary respite breaks offer elderly residents professional and personal support at DomusVi Ciudad de MurciaDomusVi Ciudad de Murcia, a home from home with wellbeing guaranteed from the very first day Caring for an elderly relative, neighbour or friend is a great test of the dedication of those upon whom the duty falls, and often they become so engrossed with the..

Murcia opens summer shelters to protect the homeless from extreme heatNGOs and local authorities are working together to offer relief, cool spaces and community during the hottest months With the arrival of soaring pre-summer temperatures, the charity organisation Solidarios para el Desarrollo has taken the step of.. 11/06/2025

Murcia's Terra Natura Waterpark opens at the end of this monthAre you ready for the opening of the Waterpark and Zoo at Terra Natura Murcia this summer?   It’s almost that time of year again when the Terra Natura zoo and park in Murcia opens one of its star attractions – the Waterpark. Terra.. 13/05/2025

Caser Residencial expands care offering in Lorca with upgraded psychogeriatric unitAdditional funding will support modernised facilities, greater resident privacy and a focus on active ageing at the Murcia care home The Caser Residencial Alameda nursing home and centre in Lorca has announced a significant expansion of its psychogeriatric.. 07/05/2025

High-speed rail derails: AVE between Murcia and Almería delayed beyond 2026Experts have confirmed that no concrete end date can be set as the major engineering works remain a long way from finished The long-awaited arrival of high-speed rail to Almería has hit another setback, as experts confirm that the AVE line.. 25/04/2025

First section of Murcia A-30 bypass road to be opened in MayThe rest of the road will be opened progressively between July and sometime after the summer The Ministry of Transport is thinking about opening most of the long-awaited Northwest Arc of Murcia road bit by bit, starting in May 2025 and possibly finishing.. 08/04/2025

Murcia will finally have paid off Corvera Airport by this time next yearThe Region of Murcia regional government will complete the final payment for Corvera Airport by January 2026   The Region of Murcia regional government has taken a significant step towards resolving the long-standing financial burden associated.. 10/02/2025

Loss of trees in Murcia towns causing dangerous 'urban heat islands'Murcia’s cities and towns have ever fewer trees, removing shaded areas and increasing the overall temperatures in summer   A report from the University of Murcia (UMU) has sounded the alarm over the loss of trees in large cities and urban.. 23/01/2025

Innovation and technological in care for the elderly at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia residence in MurciaVirtual reality goggles replace pharmacological therapy in stimulating the minds and emotions of the elderly DomusVi is one of the largest care providers for the elderly in Spain, and in all of its hundreds of residences and day care centres, including..