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Fewer road deaths this summer in Spain, especially in Murcia and Valencia regionsDespite improvements during period when record number of journeys were made, interior minister emphasised the importance of vigilance Road fatalities in Spain continued to decline during the summer months of July and August 2025. A total of.. 05/09/2025

New drinking fountains installed in central CartagenaFountains installed at Paseo Alfonso XII and Plaza de España as part of wider hydration plan Cartagena is making staying hydrated easier with the installation of two new cold drinking fountains in the city centre this week. Following the launch.. 05/09/2025

Spain to introduce mobile car radars to improve speed monitoringNew ‘radars on wheels’ will join fixed cameras in efforts to reduce road accidents Spain is set to follow France in introducing new mobile speed radars mounted on wheeled platforms, Interior Minister Fernando Grande Marlaska announced on Wednesday.. 05/09/2025

Ensign Leonor takes flight at San JavierThe Princess of Asturias begins her final stage of military training as "just another student" with a strong bond to her classmates   Princess Leonor, the Princess of Asturias and heir to the Spanish throne, arrived at the San Javier.. 04/09/2025

Murcia weekend weather forecast Sept 4-7: Gradually warmer with a mix of sun and cloudWarm days, mild nights and some cloud across Murcia After a bright start to September, Murcia is in for a classic late summer weekend with plenty of warm sunshine, a touch of cloud at times, and a general rise in temperatures. Most days should feel pleasantly.. 04/09/2025

Cuts at Ryanair raise concern for Murcia airport flightsThe Irish airline accounted for almost half of Corvera’s traffic between January and July this year As the summer flight season draws close to its end, which is usually at the end of October, and operations reduce until March 2026, Ryanair&rsquo.. 02/09/2025

Has summer tourism in Spain hit its peak? British visitors keep coming as German and French numbers dropRecord July arrivals put Spain’s tourism sector in the spotlight, but some old favourites are staying away   If you thought British holidaymakers were getting tired of Spain’s sunshine, think again. This July, more than two million.. 02/09/2025

Murcia photo of the month September 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Despite Spain’s intense heat the intrepid photographers of LADCC were out and about again last month! Entries for this month’.. 01/09/2025

Mercadona Spain announces new opening hours from September 1The Valencian chain will revert to winter hours from the start of next month It seems like only yesterday that Spain’s favourite supermarket extended its opening hours for the summer, giving us later closing times and the options of a leisurely.. 29/08/2025

Rock Experience, a music school with a difference in Los Alcázares!Sign up for courses in various rock and pop skills over the next 9 months! The Town Hall Department of Culture in Los Alcázares has announced that registration is now open for the Rock Experience music school for the year 2025-26, with budding.. 28/08/2025

Relocation map for migrant children throughout Spain finally confirmedThe Valencian Community and Andalucía are among the regions that will receive the most unaccompanied minors After months of talks and delays, the Spanish government has finally rubber-stamped the decree that will allow unaccompanied migrant.. 27/08/2025

Landmark Ryanair and Booking.com agreement makes life easier for travellersSpain says the change will bring "more seamless and transparent booking experiences" for customers Ryanair and Booking.com have reached a historic collaboration that ends years of tension between the two companies. The agreement means that.. 27/08/2025

Emergency aid for Murcia residents and businesses affected by storms and firesThe Spanish Government has approved an emergency decree to offer financial help to the Region of Murcia People affected by the storms that hit the Region of Murcia in July will now be able to access help thanks to an emergency decree approved by the.. 27/08/2025

Thirteen dead in one week in the most lethal heatwave of the Murcian summerSince June 1, 21 people have died as a result of the high temperatures recorded in the Region of Murcia The latest heatwave, which we’ve only just seen the back of, has proved to be the deadliest of all time. Thirteen lives were lost in a single.. 26/08/2025

British buyers push the Region of Murcia into Spain's top four for foreign home salesLower prices and good weather are keeping Murcia high on the list for overseas investors The Region of Murcia has just ranked fourth in Spain for the number of homes purchased by foreign buyers, according to data from the 2024 Yearbook of the Association.. 26/08/2025

Hotter seas put Murcia on flood watch this autumnSea temperatures 3ºC higher than normal could trigger torrential downpours across the Region of Murcia The August heatwave may have come to an end but the Mediterranean shows no signs of cooling, leading experts to advise that the Region of Murcia.. 26/08/2025

La Palmera Bar and Grill: Authentic flavours in the heart of Estrella de MarFrom hearty breakfasts to unforgettable roasts, Estrella de Mar’s favourite spot has it all La Palmera Bar and Grill in Estrella de Mar, Murcia, has built a well-earned reputation as one of the area’s favourite dining spots. Known for its welcoming..

Legal and financial expat assistance in Spain with Thy Will Be DoneUnderstanding the importance of wills and estate planning for foreigners in Spain For British nationals living in Spain, creating a solid estate plan is one of the most important steps in protecting loved ones and ensuring that personal wishes are.. 25/08/2025

The loophole that lets campervans avoid roadside inspections in SpainSummer road checks are commonplace in Spain, but privacy rules can protect certain motorhomes Every summer, road checks ramp up across Spain and caravans and campervans are high on the list of vehicles the Guardia Civil likes to keep an eye on. These.. 22/08/2025

New hope for giant mussels as unseen colony found in Mar MenorCitizen divers and scientists use technology and teamwork to safeguard Mediterranean’s rarest shellfish There’s fresh reason to celebrate under the waters of the Mar Menor as volunteers have uncovered unrecorded specimens of the critically.. 22/08/2025