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August 9-16 San Roque neighbourhood fiesta in TorreviejaOne of the Costa Blanca’s favourite festivals returns with paellas, carnival and eight days of celebrations One of Torrevieja's most popular summer fiestas is back, with eight days of live music, children's entertainment, great food.. 05/08/2026

New figures reveal the salary needed to buy a home across the Costa BlancaBenidorm is one of Spain's most expensive property markets, while Alicante city and Elche remain considerably more affordable Thinking of taking the plunge and buying a home in Alicante province? The amount you'll need to earn each month depends.. 05/08/2026

Benidorm family reveals why they left an urn of ashes in a supermarket lockerPolice eventually tracked down the owners, who said they'd deliberately left it there during home renovations The mystery surrounding the urn of ashes discovered in a supermarket locker in Benidorm has finally been solved and it turns out the.. 05/08/2026

Millions across Spain set to witness the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a centuryThe historic event will be followed by the Perseid meteor shower in Spain, making for an unforgettable evening Next Wednesday promises to be one of the most extraordinary evenings Spain has experienced in more than a century as a total solar eclipse.. 04/08/2026

WATCH: Spearfisher caught using harpoon gun in bathing area on Orihuela CostaOrihuela Local Police say the activity poses a serious risk to swimmers and carries fines of up to €760   A diver was caught red-handed by Orihuela Local Police spearfishing with a harpoon gun in a designated bathing area on Orihuela.. 04/08/2026

Preventive medicine: Everything you need to know Health is not only about feeling well at a given moment, but also about knowing that we will feel well in the future. Self‑care, healthy habits and medical check‑ups are essential for preventing illness and improving people’s quality of life.. 04/08/2026

Benidorm police appeal after funeral urn left behind in supermarket lockerOfficers say it's one of the strangest items they've ever had to reunite with its owner Benidorm's Local Police are no strangers to dealing with lost property during the busy summer season. Every year they're asked to reunite holidaymakers.. 03/08/2026

EU brings in new AI rules to make chatbots and artificially generated content easier to spotBusinesses in Spain and the rest of the EU will have to be more open when customers are interacting with AI instead of a real person Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, whether you're shopping online, searching the internet.. 03/08/2026

40C heat before storms bring a change midweek: Alicante weather forecast August 3-6Inland parts of Alicante province are expected to reach 40C before temperatures gradually ease later in the week, with forecasters warning that showers and thunderstorms could develop August is getting off to another scorching start across Alicante.. 03/08/2026

Scorching start, stormy finish? August could bring a dramatic weather change in SpainLong-range forecasts coming from Europe hint at a major change across Spain later in the month August is set to begin much as July ends, with blistering temperatures, tropical nights and little relief from the latest heatwave, the fourth so far of.. 31/07/2026

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansionThe Alicante-based company says its success has come from doing the simple things well, delivering reliable service and building lasting relationships Reaching your first 300 clients is a milestone any business would be proud of, but for Alicante-.. 30/07/2026

Business as usual for Seguro Parking despite recent Alicante Airport disruptionDrivers can continue to enjoy the same hassle-free airport parking service they've relied on in Alicante and Murcia for more than 15 years Anyone flying to and from Alicante Airport this summer can continue booking with confidence after Seguro.. 30/07/2026

Homes threatened as fire breaks out beside Torrevieja nature reserveThe blaze came within 100 metres of properties in La Siesta and El Chaparral before firefighters brought it under control Residents of two Torrevieja urbanisations were left fearing the worst on Wednesday evening, July 29, after a vegetation fire.. 30/07/2026

New EU rules could save you hundreds on broken phones and other gadgetsManufacturers throughout Spain will have to offer repairs for many devices even after the warranty has expired Throwing away a faulty phone or replacing a washing machine simply because it's out of warranty is about to become a thing of the past.. 30/07/2026

Europe's most stolen dog breeds revealed: Is yours on the list?From French Bulldogs to Dachshunds, some of Europe's best-loved pets are proving irresistible to criminals Spain is definitely a nation of animal lovers and for many of us, a dog is part of the family. The thought of someone stealing a beloved.. 29/07/2026

Campoamor residents demand urgent action over beach access and deteriorating conditionsResidents, holidaymakers and beachgoers joined a protest demanding improvements to one of Orihuela Costa's most popular beaches Hundreds of residents, holidaymakers and visitors gathered at Barranco Rubio beach in Campoamor on Saturday to demand.. 29/07/2026

Why more overseas buyers are choosing Just Murcia Property to find their dream homeJust Murcia Property offers local knowledge, honest advice and support from your first viewing to collecting the keys Buying a home in Spain is about much more than bricks and mortar. It's about finding the right lifestyle, the right location.. 29/07/2026

Crypto and your estate: The wealth planning gap that could cost your family everythingElysium Wealth Advisors explains why cryptocurrency should now be an essential part of every estate plan Cryptocurrency has become an increasingly important part of many investors' portfolios. Yet while considerable attention is often given to.. 28/07/2026

Tourist arrested after child found sitting on 21st-floor air conditioning unit in BenidormThe eight-year-old was found sitting on an exterior air conditioning unit after allegedly being left alone in a holiday apartment A tourist has been arrested in Benidorm after police rescued his young son from an air conditioning unit on the outside.. 28/07/2026

Child injured after golf buggy plunges off bridge at Rojales golf courseThe youngster was taken to Torrevieja Hospital after the buggy left the track and fell around three metres A child was rushed to hospital on Monday July 27 after the golf buggy they were travelling in left the track and plunged around three metres.. 28/07/2026