LOS ALCÁZARES, ALL MURCIA 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

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

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

What's new for English-language TV in Spain 2026: Changes you have to be aware of to television for expats in Murcia and SpainA look back at the history of UK TV in southern Spain, and a clear guide to the upcoming 2026 changes affecting English-language television services across Murcia and Spain, from Rainbow Satellites Spanish television access for expats is set to undergo.. 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

Government pumps another €20 million into the Mar MenorThe new €20 million package will allow eight towns to upgrade sewage systems and support ongoing efforts to restore the Mar Menor The Spanish government is stepping up efforts to clean up the Mar Menor with a second €20 million package.. 18/12/2025

Revving up for Christmas! Santas on bikes help those in needThe annual Papanoelada Motera returns to Los Alcázares, collecting food donations for local families The annual Papanoelada Motera (Motorbike Santa Run) returned to Los Alcázares on December 13. Despite the threat of rain dozens of.. 15/12/2025