ALICANTE NEWS

Orihuela Costa private hospital project moves forward with April construction startThe development plans consist of a clinic with operating rooms on a 3.3-hectare plot near La Zenia Plans for a private hospital in Orihuela Costa are finally moving ahead, with construction work on the site expected to begin in April.  .. 04/02/2026

Alicante invites UK travellers with culture, food and sportTourism team showcases the city in Leeds and Newcastle as British visitor numbers rise Alicante has been busy flying the flag in the UK, with the Alicante City&Beach Tourism Board staging two promotional events in Leeds and Newcastle to show off the.. 04/02/2026

WATCH! Dramatic footage shows vital water pipe bursting yet again in OrihuelaThe Tajo-Segura Transfer in the south of Spain has sprung a major leak for the second time in months   You'd think after the recent downpours that water wouldn't be such a precious resource, but in Spain's drought-stricken south.. 04/02/2026

Spanish tax return 2025/2026: Key dates and complete guide to avoid missing deadlinesThe income tax campaign, or Declaración de la Renta in Spain, starts a day early this year on April 8 Tax season is rolling around again and April marks the start of the 2025 income tax return campaign (Declaración de la Renta), even.. 04/02/2026

Rising rat sightings spark warning from environmental health experts across SpainProfessionals call for coordinated action as rodents are increasingly spotted in towns and city centres Environmental health specialists are warning that rats are becoming more visible in towns and cities across Spain, and they say the problem will only.. 03/02/2026

DGT fine emails are a scam, officials confirmPhishing fraudsters pressuring drivers to click fake payment links Image created with AI   A worrying email claiming to be from Spain's DGT (Directorate General of Traffic) is circulating, warning of an unpaid fine that could double if.. 03/02/2026

Hacker claims huge breach of Spain's tax dataCybercriminal offers 47.3 million taxpayers' details for sale online as investigators check the claim A hacker attack on Spain’s Ministry of Finance is under investigation after a cybercriminal claimed to have accessed tax data on almost the.. 03/02/2026

Launch of brand-new FREE newspaper on the Costa Blanca today: Pick up your copy of the Costa Weekly News here!Look out for the red and yellow, letting you know that the Costa Weekly News is ready to read now   There is a brand-new English-language weekly print newspaper that has just launched to serve the Costa Blanca, the Costa Weekly News, and it is.. 03/02/2026

New Alicante Airport bus still bypasses Orihuela Costa despite connecting 16 townsThe €1.5 million service links the Vega Baja with the airport but misses out one of the region's biggest tourist hotspots A new public bus service connecting the Vega Baja region with Alicante-Elche Airport launched on February 1 but still.. 03/02/2026

Car thieves turn their attention to Spain’s new V16 emergency beaconPolice warn thefts from vehicles are rising sharply as the mandatory device becomes a new target Spain’s new V16 emergency beacon, now compulsory for drivers, is fast becoming an unexpected prize for car thieves, with police reporting a sharp rise.. 02/02/2026

Alicante boosts night bus safety for womenMore stops planned on existing routes after rejecting new night network Alicante's Ayuntamiento is taking practical steps to make night buses safer, particularly for women and young people. Instead of creating new late-night routes, they'll add.. 02/02/2026

Man climbs on Vueling plane roof causing a two-hour delay in ValenciaFlight to Amsterdam delayed by two hours after a 24-year-old climbs onto the roof of a Vueling plane at Valencia's Manises Airport It's not every day you see someone climb onto the roof of a plane, but that's exactly what happened at.. 02/02/2026

Torrevieja to get beautiful new park with sea views and giant lighthouseThe €12 million Alto de la Casilla park will cover 30,000 square metres and could open by early 2027 Torrevieja is getting one of its biggest green spaces yet, with plans for a huge new urban park that promises stunning views across the salt.. 02/02/2026

Register your electric scooter with the DGT Spain today to avoid fines of up to €800New rules across Spain now require all personal mobility vehicles to be officially registered and insured Electric scooter owners in Spain are being warned to register their vehicles with the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) as soon as possible.. 02/02/2026

February kicks off with wind alerts and more rain: Alicante weather forecast February 2-5Strong winds and unsettled weather continue into February, expect rain at times with occasional bright moments in between By early February, we often expect to see a glimmer of spring in the air, but this year, the weather has other plans. Instead.. 02/02/2026

Confidence in trains shaken after Adamuz tragedy, new survey findsMany travellers still trust rail, but growing numbers worry the network is under too much strain In the days after the deadly train derailment near Adamuz, many people across Spain have been rethinking how safe they feel when travelling by rail.  ..

February 12-March 8 Alicante Carnival 2026: Your guide to the fun aheadRamblero Saturday headlines fun from Thursday February 12 to Sunday March 8 January has felt like a long month, but Alicante has something exciting to look forward to with Carnival 2026 just around the corner. One of the most beloved and vibrant celebrations.. 30/01/2026

How to keep your Spanish home safe from snow and frostPractical tips from experts to protect pipes, roofs and more this winter Storm Kristin brought a blast of snow across various parts of Spain on Wednesday, reminding us all how vital it is to prepare homes for these chilly spells. The General Council of.. 30/01/2026

Spain faces twin health challenges: Rising cancers and a setback on measlesExperts urge prevention, early diagnosis and stronger vaccine confidence Cancer   Spain is expected to surpass 300,000 new cancer cases for the first time this year, according to the new report Cancer figures in Spain 2026 from the Spanish.. 29/01/2026

Costa Blanca tees up Canadian golfers with first Toronto trade show tripAlicante aims to lure 600,000 snowbound players to its 30 sunny courses from October to May Alicante is swinging for a new market: Canada’s 600,000 golfers who can’t get a round in during their long, cold winters. A delegation from the Costa.. 28/01/2026