MURCIA NEWS

Murcia hospitals under fire over negligence claims and long waitsPatient Advocate reports 430 cases in 2025 while reputation rankings slip Murcia's public hospitals are facing growing scrutiny over patient complaints, lengthy waiting lists and declining national reputation. New reports paint a challenging picture.. 20/01/2026

Santiago de la Ribera to get 125 new tourist apartmentsThe project covers several streets and comes with a pool and underground parking Santiago de la Ribera is about to get 125 new tourist apartments, complete with a pool and underground parking. They’ll be built along Calle Isla la Polinesia.. 20/01/2026

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with SpainoraIndependent guides to properties, golf, beaches & lifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping clients discover the best of Spain's Mediterranean coast. From the Costa.. 20/01/2026

Woman killed by own car in tragic San Javier accidentTow truck driver started vehicle in gear during roadside assistance callout A 79-year-old woman died tragically in Roda, San Javier on Friday afternoon after being run over by her own car during a roadside assistance call. The accident happened just before.. 19/01/2026

La Manga del Mar Menor gets its own local police stationThe new 24-hour station will bring San Javier’s police closer to residents on the northern half of La Manga La Manga del Mar Menor now has its very own local police station. The new facility was officially opened by Fernando López Miras.. 19/01/2026

La Puebla Potato Festival wins national prize!The festival in the Cartagena countryside generally takes place in June or July The annual Potato Festival in La Puebla, a small town in the countryside between Cartagena and the Mar Menor, has been awarded a prestige prize for being the Best Potato Promotional.. 19/01/2026

Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areasGuardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed a violent robbery gang behind over 50 break-ins at gas stations and homes.. 16/01/2026

Murcia maps out major nature restoration plans under EU rulesThe Mar Menor, riverbanks and grasslands are among the areas set for environmental recovery Plans are now underway to decide which natural areas in the Region of Murcia will be restored under a major European Union environmental programme, with scientists.. 16/01/2026

Los Alcázares prepares to showcase its attractions at the FITUR 2026 fair in MadridThe Berber Pirate Raids fiestas, commitment to diversity and the de-seasonalization of tourism characterize the presentations made by Los Alcázares at the IFEPA venue in Madrid Municipalities all over the Region of Murcia are currently preparing.. 16/01/2026

Pre-registration now open for the gruelling Ruta de las Fortalezas run in CartagenaThe 53-kilometre course visits castles, fortresses, gun batteries and old city walls belonging to the military history of Cartagena The initial pre-registration opens on Thursday 15th January for the 15th annual edition of the Ruta de las Fortalezas de.. 15/01/2026

High-end shoplifting gang arrested in San Javier raid with £3,000 and €7,000 in cashSeven Chilean nationals were arrested after the Guardia Civil seized cash, phones, clothing and jewellery Seven people were arrested in San Javier on Thursday January 15 after the Guardia Civil broke up a criminal group specialising.. 15/01/2026

Dogs and their humans unite for a pawsome cause in Los AlcázaresCANpanadas charity event raises nearly €800 to support local animal rescues On Sunday January 11, Los Alcázares buzzed with tail-wags and good cheer as the first-ever CANpanadas brought together around 30 dogs and their owners for a day of.. 14/01/2026

Spain drafts emergency plan to protect dolphins, turtles and birds caught in Murcia fishing netsConservationists agree that fishermen in the Region of Murcia are generally “very good” at releasing trapped animals Spain is drawing up emergency rules to stop dolphins, sea turtles and seabirds dying in fishing nets after poor practices.. 14/01/2026

Mar Menor recovery shows promise, but ministers warn progress will take timeEarly signs of improvement are encouraging, yet scientists and officials stress patience and sustained action “The complete recovery of the Mar Menor takes time.” That is the clear message from the regional Minister for the Environment, Juan.. 13/01/2026

Cartagena Parque Sauces dinosaurs targeted by vandals yet againMiscreants have ripped legs and arms off several displays in Parque Sauces   It's been almost five years since the dinosaurs first appeared in Parque Sauces in Cartagena but sadly, what was supposed to be an urban retreat has turned into a.. 13/01/2026

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

Luck shines again on Murcia as El Niño lottery shares its joy with Yecla and San PedroTwo local shops celebrate after selling winning tickets in Spain’s second-biggest lottery draw The festive season ended on a cheerful note in the Region of Murcia this year as the El Niño Extraordinary Lottery brought a welcome dose of good.. 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

What the Venezuela crisis means for the Region of MurciaOil imports aside, trade ties between Murcia and Venezuela have been shrinking for years In one of the most dramatic foreign policy moves in decades, the United States has launched an unprecedented intervention in Venezuela, which the Trump administration.. 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