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Three British nationals arrested after allegedly isolating and defrauding a 91-year-old expat in Calpe

Tue, 18.08.26 - 08:12

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Tue, 18.08.26 - 06:54

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Alicante dog breeding network busted for illegal ear and tail amputations backed by forged Russian certificates

Mon, 17.08.26 - 12:11

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Torrevieja demands action on N-332 widening after years of delays

Mon, 17.08.26 - 11:08

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Mon, 17.08.26 - 09:28

WHAT'S ON & WHERE TO GO

Popular Torrevieja Friday market relocated for two weeks this summer

WEATHER & CLIMATE

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

MOTORING & TRAVEL

Diesel discount in Spain set to rise to 20 cents in September

ALICANTE LIFESTYLE

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

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Three British nationals arrested after allegedly isolating and defrauding a 91-year-old expat in Calpe

Tue, 18.08.26 - 08:12

The suspects changed the locks, withheld her passport and tricked her into rewriting her will, before police stepped in ...

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Alicante dog breeding network busted for illegal ear and tail amputations backed by forged Russian certificates

Torrevieja demands action on N-332 widening after years of delays

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Three British nationals arrested after allegedly isolating and defrauding a 91-year-old expat in Calpe

Tue, 18.08.26 - 08:12

The suspects changed the locks, withheld her passport and tricked her into rewriting her will, before police stepped in ...

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Alicante dog breeding network busted for illegal ear and tail amputations backed by forged Russian certificates

Torrevieja demands action on N-332 widening after years of delays

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Torrevieja demands action on N-332 widening after years of delays

Mon, 17.08.26 - 11:08

More than 60,000 vehicles use the notorious bottleneck outside Torrevieja every day Anyone who regularly drives b...

Where you live in Alicante province could determine how long you wait for an operation

Alicante is investing over €2 million to make its forests more resilient to wildfires

Orihuela Costa park among 22 children's play areas upgraded across the municipality

WATCH: Spearfisher caught using harpoon gun in bathing area on Orihuela Costa

Where you live in Alicante province could determine how long you wait for an operation

Mon, 10.08.26 - 09:51

New figures show nearly 30,000 patients on surgical waiting lists, with waits ranging from 44 days to nearly five months...

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Benidorm's shops are struggling despite a busy tourist season, and traders say something needs to change

Fri, 14.08.26 - 12:25

The independent retailers' association has identified various reasons why spending is down this summer Beni...

British woman dies after parasailing accident off Benidorm beach

Panic on Alicante beach as stray firework shell leaves dozens injured

Where you live in Alicante province could determine how long you wait for an operation

Alicante is investing over €2 million to make its forests more resilient to wildfires

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Tue, 18.08.26 - 06:54

More than 56,000 seats have been arranged on replacement buses as engineers upgrade the Torrellano to Crevillente stretc...

Where you live in Alicante province could determine how long you wait for an operation

Where you live in Alicante province could determine how long you wait for an operation

Mon, 10.08.26 - 09:51

New figures show nearly 30,000 patients on surgical waiting lists, with waits ranging from 44 days to nearly five months...

Alicante caiman hunt continues as public urged to stay away from river

Mon, 27.07.26 - 10:52

The exotic reptile was first spotted on July 11 in Sax and specialist teams are still trying to track it down The...

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Tue, 18.08.26 - 06:54

More than 56,000 seats have been arranged on replacement buses as engineers upgrade the Torrellano to Crevillente stretc...

Business as usual for Seguro Parking despite recent Alicante Airport disruption

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansion

Top five advantages of living in Spain

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Tue, 18.08.26 - 06:54

More than 56,000 seats have been arranged on replacement buses as engineers upgrade the Torrellano to Crevillente stretc...

Alicante dog breeding network busted for illegal ear and tail amputations backed by forged Russian certificates

Torrevieja demands action on N-332 widening after years of delays

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Mon, 17.08.26 - 09:28

Outdoor services will be suspended across Spain when temperatures hit 42°C unless businesses meet strict requirement...

Heat, highs of 42C and storms on the way: Alicante weather forecast August 17-20

Employees in Spain have legal right to stay home during severe weather alerts

ALICANTE WHAT'S ON

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August 13 to 23 Fiestas de la Vendimia in Jumilla

Wed, 21.05.25 - 10:17

The wine battle in the streets takes place this year on Saturday August 22 {image5}Jumilla celebrates its annual fies...

Popular Torrevieja Friday market relocated for two weeks this summer

August 21 The Cross and The Sword, a free guided tour in Caravaca

July 16-August 23 Cirque du Soleil returns to Alicante

Craft market every Thursday in La Florida, Orihuela Costa

Craft market every Thursday in La Florida, Orihuela Costa

Mon, 29.01.24 - 11:21

Looking for a unique and fun shopping experience? Look no further than the La Florida Thursday market The Orihuel...

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in Europe

July 16-August 23 Cirque du Soleil returns to Alicante

Wed, 29.04.26 - 10:11

The Big Top is back on San Juan Beach in Alicante this summer Cirque du Soleil is coming back to Alicante this su...

August 13 to 23 Fiestas de la Vendimia in Jumilla

Wed, 21.05.25 - 10:17

The wine battle in the streets takes place this year on Saturday August 22 {image5}Jumilla celebrates its annual fies...

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in Europe

August 21 The Cross and The Sword, a free guided tour in Caravaca

Tue, 13.05.25 - 08:13

In the city of Caravaca de la Cruz the threads of religious belief and military strength are inextricably intertwined ...

July 16-August 23 Cirque du Soleil returns to Alicante

Wed, 29.04.26 - 10:11

The Big Top is back on San Juan Beach in Alicante this summer Cirque du Soleil is coming back to Alicante this su...

Armistice Day in Spain: Do the Spanish wear poppies and celebrate Remembrance Day?

ALICANTE LIFESTYLE

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How a nursing home in Murcia helped British resident Barry walk again

Tue, 18.08.26 - 08:59

Barry regained his mobility and independence with the help of the International Unit at Caser Residencial Santo Á...

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027

Stuck Indoors on the Costa Blanca? Storm Season Survival Guide

The digital lifestyle of residents in Alicante

How a nursing home in Murcia helped British resident Barry walk again

Tue, 18.08.26 - 08:59

Barry regained his mobility and independence with the help of the International Unit at Caser Residencial Santo Á...

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027

Stuck Indoors on the Costa Blanca? Storm Season Survival Guide

The digital lifestyle of residents in Alicante

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027

Mon, 17.08.26 - 08:06

Spain’s retirement age reaches 67 next year, but you could still retire at 65 depending on how long you’ve p...

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Expats in Spain save €50 per couple this August with Thy Will Be Done's summer offer

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain?

Crypto and your estate: The wealth planning gap that could cost your family everything

How a nursing home in Murcia helped British resident Barry walk again

Tue, 18.08.26 - 08:59

Barry regained his mobility and independence with the help of the International Unit at Caser Residencial Santo Á...

Jellyfish, weever fish, wasps and mosquitoes: what to do when summer bites back

New Caser insurance offers personalised recovery support for over-65s after an accident

Preventive medicine: Everything you need to know

Why trusting the doctor is essential for health

Jellyfish, weever fish, wasps and mosquitoes: what to do when summer bites back

Wed, 12.08.26 - 12:40

An allergist at a Spanish hospital breaks down what actually works for jellyfish, weever fish, wasps and bees, and some ...

When to water your plants during a Spanish heat wave, and why getting it wrong wastes more than just water

Find the perfect spot in the sun or shade with this clever map

Rail works disrupt Murcia to Alicante line with buses replacing trains for over a week

Tue, 18.08.26 - 06:54

More than 56,000 seats have been arranged on replacement buses as engineers upgrade the Torrellano to Crevillente stretc...

The unwritten rules of public transport: what the etiquette experts say you should actually do

The summer driving mistakes that could cost you hundreds of euros in Spain

Seguro Parking offers more than airport parking at Alicante and Murcia

Business as usual for Seguro Parking despite recent Alicante Airport disruption

MOTORING & TRAVEL

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Diesel discount in Spain set to rise to 20 cents in September

Fri, 14.08.26 - 09:44

The government is increasing the planned diesel discount after diesel prices across Spain jumped 15.7% in July Th...

Petrol prices in Spain hover around €1.80 a litre ahead of August bank holiday rush

Driving during the eclipse? Here is what the DGT wants motorists in Spain to know

The summer driving mistakes that could cost you hundreds of euros in Spain

Filling up is getting painful again as Spain petrol prices climb for fifth week

Diesel discount in Spain set to rise to 20 cents in September

Fri, 14.08.26 - 09:44

The government is increasing the planned diesel discount after diesel prices across Spain jumped 15.7% in July Th...

Petrol prices in Spain hover around €1.80 a litre ahead of August bank holiday rush

Driving during the eclipse? Here is what the DGT wants motorists in Spain to know

The summer driving mistakes that could cost you hundreds of euros in Spain

Filling up is getting painful again as Spain petrol prices climb for fifth week

The summer driving mistakes that could cost you hundreds of euros in Spain

Fri, 07.08.26 - 12:14

From flip-flops to cigarette butts, the DGT has a long list of fines waiting for careless drivers this August Summer ...

Private cars escape Spain's smoking ban but drivers could still face penalties

Everything you need to know about towing a trailer legally in Spain this summer

The white diamond road sign in Spain: Don't get caught out

ALICANTE PROPERTY NEWS

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If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Thu, 13.08.26 - 14:07

Spanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners i...

Buying a home in Spain with cash is becoming increasingly rare as prices push more buyers towards mortgages

Ecocorp Solar: The smarter way to cut your energy bills and take control of your home

New figures reveal the salary needed to buy a home across the Costa Blanca

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain?

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Thu, 13.08.26 - 14:07

Spanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners i...

Buying a home in Spain with cash is becoming increasingly rare as prices push more buyers towards mortgages

Why more overseas buyers are choosing Just Murcia Property to find their dream home

My Lawyer in Spain: Legal help for expats in a language you understand

Global Relocation makes your summer move to Spain stress free

Why more overseas buyers are choosing Just Murcia Property to find their dream home

Wed, 29.07.26 - 10:37

Just Murcia Property offers local knowledge, honest advice and support from your first viewing to collecting the keys ...

Renting in Spain from abroad: How digital rental platforms are changing the rules

Coastal property prices in Murcia are surging and savvy buyers are moving fast

Discover Mar de Cristal: Peaceful coastal living on the Costa Cálida

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Thu, 07.05.26 - 11:53

When considering taking out a health insurance policy, many people wonder at what age it is best to do so. Is it wor...

My Lawyer in Spain: Legal help for expats in a language you understand

Mon, 20.07.26 - 07:32

My Lawyer in Spain offers English-language legal advice for buying, moving, settling and running a business in Spain ...

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain?

Tue, 04.08.26 - 09:20

By Alex Radford, Founding Partner, My Lawyer in Spain Since late 2024, owners of properties in Spain wh...

My Lawyer in Spain: Legal help for expats in a language you understand

Global Relocation makes your summer move to Spain stress free

Buying off-plan in Spain: Why conveyancing matters more than ever

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Thu, 13.08.26 - 14:07

Spanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners i...

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain?

Preventive medicine: Everything you need to know

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansion

Wooden Garage (Garaje Madera) vs. Traditional Garage: Which Is Best for Your Home in Spain?

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain?

Tue, 04.08.26 - 09:20

By Alex Radford, Founding Partner, My Lawyer in Spain Since late 2024, owners of properties in Spain wh...

My Lawyer in Spain: Legal help for expats in a language you understand

The risk of not using conveyancing services during your property transaction

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Thu, 13.08.26 - 14:07

Spanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners i...

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansion

My Lawyer in Spain: Legal help for expats in a language you understand

Looking for new solar batteries? Be sure they work with your existing solar setup...

Global Relocation makes your summer move to Spain stress free

Global Relocation makes your summer move to Spain stress free

Thu, 18.06.26 - 08:26

With more than 35 years of experience, the team takes care of everything from packing to paperwork Summer tends t...

Renting in Spain from abroad: How digital rental platforms are changing the rules

Coastal property prices in Murcia are surging and savvy buyers are moving fast

Tue, 19.05.26 - 07:27

With Los Alcázares up 30% and San Javier among the Region's biggest risers, Spainora is helping international...

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Thu, 13.08.26 - 14:07

Spanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners i...

Buying a home in Spain with cash is becoming increasingly rare as prices push more buyers towards mortgages

New figures reveal the salary needed to buy a home across the Costa Blanca

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain?

Preventive medicine: Everything you need to know

WEATHER & CLIMATE

LATEST

LATEST

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Mon, 17.08.26 - 09:28

Outdoor services will be suspended across Spain when temperatures hit 42°C unless businesses meet strict requirement...

Heat, highs of 42C and storms on the way: Alicante weather forecast August 17-20

Stuck Indoors on the Costa Blanca? Storm Season Survival Guide

Homes threatened as fire breaks out beside Torrevieja nature reserve

Ecocorp Solar expands its expert services into Alicante

SPANISH NEWS TODAY

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British tourists are back in the Balearics in bigger numbers than before the pandemic, and across Spain they're the undisputed number one

Tue, 18.08.26 - 07:58

New figures confirm the UK is Spain's single largest tourism market by a considerable margin, with the Balearics fin...

Spain avoids another mass migrant arrival as Morocco tightens border controls

British tourist arrested after punching two taxi drivers at Palma Airport over a red light

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027

British tourists are back in the Balearics in bigger numbers than before the pandemic, and across Spain they're the undisputed number one

Tue, 18.08.26 - 07:58

New figures confirm the UK is Spain's single largest tourism market by a considerable margin, with the Balearics fin...

Spain avoids another mass migrant arrival as Morocco tightens border controls

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027

Granada shaken by 4.8 magnitude earthquake as 98 aftershocks follow through the night

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish Energy

Thu, 13.08.26 - 14:07

Spanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners i...

Buying a home in Spain with cash is becoming increasingly rare as prices push more buyers towards mortgages

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansion

My Lawyer in Spain: Legal help for expats in a language you understand

How to choose the best health insurance according to your lifestyle

British tourists are back in the Balearics in bigger numbers than before the pandemic, and across Spain they're the undisputed number one

Tue, 18.08.26 - 07:58

New figures confirm the UK is Spain's single largest tourism market by a considerable margin, with the Balearics fin...

Spanish airports hit new July record as Alicante passenger numbers soar

Record passenger numbers and exhausted officers: the real story behind Operation Crossing the Strait

Driving during the eclipse? Here is what the DGT wants motorists in Spain to know

Spain could see electric planes take to the skies by 2030

Gran Canaria's most beloved festival just got national recognition

Wed, 24.06.26 - 14:22

The Fiesta del Pino in Teror, which draws over 200,000 people every September, has been declared a Festival of National ...

Books and culture take centre stage across Spain on April 23

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Wetherspoon is already opening its 2nd and 3rd pubs in Spain! Here's where...

Sant Jordi festival, Barcelona: Where St Georges Day is celebrated in Spain

Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwaves

Mon, 17.08.26 - 09:28

Outdoor services will be suspended across Spain when temperatures hit 42°C unless businesses meet strict requirement...

Spain weather forecast August 17-20: Scorching temperatures followed by storms, hail and heavy rain

Spain has already burned through 38% more forest this year than at the same point in 2025, and the worst weeks may still be ahead

Tue, 18.08.26 - 06:54

More than 56,000 seats have been arranged on replacement buses as engineers upgrade the Torrellano to Crevillente stretc...