LOS ALCÁZARES, LOCAL NEWS

A bright but chilly weekend ahead for Murcia: Weather forecast January 8-11There will also be some stiff winds for northern Murcia, mainly on Friday Murcia weather forecast, Friday January 9   The weekend weather forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the Region of Murcia over the next few days.. 08/01/2026

Worrying report shows air pollution in Murcia and Cartagena still above new EU limitsEcologistas en Acción report highlights Murcia and Cartagena among Spain's worst for NO₂ pollution Murcia and Cartagena are lagging behind when it comes to air quality improvements, according to a new analysis by environmental group.. 08/01/2026

Three days of championship golf in Murcia and €2,000 in prizes: Elite Golf Tour starts soon!Limited places remain for the January 15-17 competition at Murcia’s stunning New Sierra Golf Club   Time is running out to secure your place at the first major golf tournament of 2026 in Murcia. The Elite Golf Tour kicks off next Thursday.. 07/01/2026

Murcia restaurants take steps to prevent no-shows and last-minute cancellationsRestaurants are introducing deposits and fees to encourage customers to let them know if their plans change For restaurants, especially small local restaurants, a no-show or even a last-minute cancellation can be much more than an empty table... 07/01/2026

Six Murcian companies make Spain's top 250 retailersFrom electronics to supermarkets and cosmetics, six Murcian companies are now competing with Spain's biggest retailers People think Murcia is just a quiet farming region, but its retail sector is growing fast. Six companies from the Region.. 07/01/2026

Murcia moves to 'SlowDown' tourism across the RegionThe Region of Murcia is taking part in the European 'SlowDown' project, promoting slower, more sustainable tourism The Region of Murcia is not stepping back from tourism, but it is trying to manage it more carefully. During 2025.. 07/01/2026

Los Alcázares Roscón cake raises 1,400 euros for charityA tasty boost for Cáritas and local businesses as the people of Los Alcázares welcome the Three Kings It may have been unusually cold, but the locals in Los Alcázares were out in force on Sunday 4th January as they flocked to the.. 07/01/2026

Three devices you should always unplug during storms in SpainIberdrola, the Spanish energy company, provides tips for protecting your home during a storm With one storm after another hitting Spain at the moment, Iberdrola is advising people to unplug certain electronics to protect them from power surges... 06/01/2026

Year-round beach cleaning planned for Santiago de la Ribera and La MangaA new service brings daily beach cleaning with extra help in the busiest months  The San Javier Town Council has hired a company to clean the beaches in Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga del Mar Menor all year round. The service will be flexible.. 06/01/2026

'Floating cities' set to make 2026 the best year for Cartagena PortCartagena is expecting more than 200 cruise ship calls and over 285,000 passengers, with the largest 'floating cities' bringing record numbers Cartagena described 2025 as the best cruise year ever recorded and 2026 is set to be even better.. 06/01/2026

Selling without moving: A growing property trend in MurciaMore homeowners are choosing to sell their property while keeping the right to live in it In the Region of Murcia, a property trend is becoming more popular: selling your home while keeping the right to live in it. This is known as ‘.. 06/01/2026

Murcia photo of the month January 2026Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   The LADCC competition topic of “Water” should have been a relatively easy topic to photograph for those of us fortunate to be living.. 01/01/2026

La Palmera Bar & Grill: Your essential guide to winter entertainment and diningThe Los Urrutias bar serves up Sunday roasts, daily menus and lively events throughout December, January, February and March Christmas is in full swing at La Palmera Bar & Grill in Estrella de Mar, Los Urrutias, and the popular venue has lined.. 29/12/2025

Read the January edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to 2026 and the January issue of Home & Living! So what can you find in our latest edition?   • A fresh start, without pressure. Rather than New Year Resolutions, we offer you information on a ‘Health Re-Set&rsquo.. 29/12/2025

2025 Spain news: The year in reviewThe apagón, Torre Pacheco riots… what a year it’s been! These are all the main news stories from around Spain which we’ve reported on over the course of the year As the year draws to a close, it feels like 2025 has packed.. 26/12/2025

A white Christmas for the Region of Murcia as snow blankets Sierra Espuña and Sierra del CarcheSnow blankets Sierra Espuña and Sierra del Carche, giving Murcia a white Christmas Snow fell in the Murcia Region this Christmas, covering the regional parks of Sierra Espuña and Sierra del Carche and giving the area a true white.. 26/12/2025

Building licence delays add pressure to Murcia's housing marketLong waiting times for planning approvals are slowing new housing and pushing prices higher across the Region Delays in granting building licences are increasingly holding up new housing across the Region of Murcia. Meanwhile, demand for homes.. 26/12/2025

Spain's Christmas Lottery brings several big prizes to MurciaWinning tickets in Murcia this year were snapped up in Cartagena and San Pedro del Pinatar, even by some cruise visitors passing through The 2025 Christmas Lottery, Spain’s famous Lotería de Navidad, brought some big wins to Murcia.. 23/12/2025

Princess Leonor's first solo flight in MurciaAfter four months of training, Princess Leonor flew solo in a Pilatus PC-21 at the Air and Space Academy in San Javier Spain’s Princess Leonor has taken her first solo flight at the Air and Space Academy in San Javier, an important step in.. 22/12/2025

Murcia top winter spot for UK, German and Dutch travellersAccording to data released by Jetcost, British, German, and Dutch travellers are keeping Murcia at the top of their search lists this winter British tourists are once again leading the charge in Murcia. Despite what some international media.. 19/12/2025