TORREVIEJA, ALICANTE PROVINCE: NEWS

Hot and sunny week ahead: Alicante weather forecast June 15-18Another sunny week is expected with temperatures above 30°C in many areas After a lovely summer weekend with plenty of sunshine and a light cool breeze, conditions are expected to be similar this week across the Alicante province. Temperatures will.. 15/06/2026

Spain's 'express' rental market grows as apartments disappear in 24 hoursOne in six rental homes across Spain is now being let within a day, according to new data from Idealista One in six rental properties in Spain is being snapped up in under 24 hours, with 'express' listings really taking off in Barcelona.. 12/06/2026

Badly decomposed body found by paddleboarders off La Mata beach in TorreviejaPolice believe the man may have been a migrant whose boat was shipwrecked attempting to reach Spain Two paddleboarders made a distressing discovery on Monday afternoon, June 8, after spotting a body floating in the sea off the northern end of La Mata.. 11/06/2026

Mostly sunny skies and rising temperatures: Alicante weekend weather June 11-14After a cloudy start on Thursday, Alicante province is expected to enjoy several days of sunshine, light winds, and gradually warmer temperatures After a week of sunshine, cloud and cooler temperatures across Alicante province the weekend forecast.. 11/06/2026

Thousands of fluffy flamingo chicks have just hatched at Torrevieja's salt lakesThe Costa Blanca salt lagoons are home to up to 18,000 flamingos and the newest generation is taking its first wobbly steps Something rather wonderful is happening right now out at Torrevieja's salt lagoons and if you haven't been to take.. 10/06/2026

Colombian man deported from Spain after kicking his ex-partner's cat to deathThe 29-year-old beat the animal more than 20 times in front of witnesses on a Torrevieja street A 29-year-old man who kicked his ex-partner's cat to death in broad daylight on a street in Torrevieja has been deported to Colombia after accepting.. 10/06/2026

Torrevieja outdoor swimming pools open for summerThe popular Sports City pools will offer daily swimming, family facilities and reduced rates for several groups Torrevieja's outdoor swimming pools have just reopened for the summer, giving residents and visitors another way to cool off as temperatures.. 08/06/2026

Two Brits arrested over execution-style shooting that left man paralysed in San JavierOne of the suspects was caught at Alicante airport trying to flee on a flight to Edinburgh A British man who was shot four times outside his home in Santiago de la Ribera in San Javier has been left with life-changing injuries after what investigators.. 08/06/2026

From prison walls to the fairways of Mar Menor Golf: The long road back through musicAllan McCarthy opens up about recovery, second chances and how Murcia prison became the unlikely place where he formed his band Berlin90 Allan McCarthy's story is often told through extraordinary headlines about drugs, prison, a jailhouse.. 05/06/2026

Alicante's newest seafront leisure complex is opening in Torrevieja on June 11The stunning new €61 million Paseo del Mar complex has cinemas, bowling, restaurants and lots more After years of construction and a final bill of €61 million, Torrevieja's new Paseo del Mar shopping and leisure complex is finally ready.. 04/06/2026

Seven arrested for migrant smuggling using 'taxi boats' in Murcia, Almería and AlicanteA joint operation by Spanish and European police dismantles a suspected organised crime network moving migrants from North Africa to southern Spain A suspected criminal network accused of smuggling migrants into Spain using high-speed 'taxi.. 02/06/2026

Man arrested in Benidorm over alleged rental and property scamsInvestigators say tenants, holidaymakers and a prospective buyer handed over deposits for properties and a garage space, the suspect allegedly had no right to rent or sell A 59-year-old man has been arrested in Benidorm on suspicion of fraud, misappropriation.. 02/06/2026

Costa Blanca to get more buses, better airport links and new routes from June 1The new €3.75 million bus network promises more frequent services and better links to Alicante, Elche and Torrevieja A major new public bus network is launching across the Vega Baja from Monday June 1, with regional officials promising more frequent.. 28/05/2026

Costa Weekly News now available to read free online... find out where!You can now also read the Costa Blanca's newest weekly print publication, CWN, in digital format on their brand-new website Readers interested in up-to-date information about Alicante and the coastal areas of southeast Spain can now access the.. 12/05/2026

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older When considering taking out a health insurance policy, many people wonder at what age it is best to do so. Is it worthwhile to be insured when you are young? At what age should you start looking for private medical insurance? There is no perfect age.. 07/05/2026

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to knowIBI, Plusvalía, waste collection fees and more – a practical guide for anyone who owns property in Spain If you own property in Spain, you'll know the feeling: a letter arrives (or sometimes doesn't) and you suddenly discover.. 22/04/2026

Buying off-plan in Spain: Why conveyancing matters more than everUnderstanding the extra risks behind new-build purchases Buying a property off-plan in Spain can be an attractive prospect. Brand-new homes, modern designs and the potential for capital growth often appeal to both investors and lifestyle buyers.. 13/04/2026

EasyJet reopens its base at Alicante Airport for summer 2026The airline is giving a massive boost to the Alicante summer schedule with 1.7 million seats on 22 European routes EasyJet has officially reopened its seasonal base at Alicante-Elche Airport for the summer, offering 1.7 million seats across 22 routes.. 09/04/2026

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates Starting a new life in Spain means embracing new experiences, traditions and a different way of life. To fully enjoy this new stage, it is essential to feel protected. For this reason, having health insurance with medical, surgical and hospital cover.. 07/04/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 03/04/2026