COMUNIDAD VALENCIANA, REGION OF VALENCIA NEWS

Early Alicante grapes and shrinking Valencian orange harvests face a challenging yearWine grape production is expected to fall sharply, while Valencian citrus growers face continuing pressure from overseas imports The intense heat experienced across eastern Spain this year has brought Alicante’s wine grape harvest forward to the.. 13/10/2026

Three of only seven beaches worldwide to hold 40 years of Blue Flag status are right here in AlicanteSan Juan beach joins an elite global group that’s never once lost the prestigious award since 1987 Alicante has some genuine bragging rights this autumn. Of the seven beaches worldwide that have held Blue Flag status without a single interruption.. 12/10/2026

October 12 is a national holiday in Spain: Everything you need to know about Spain Day ARCHIVED ARTICLE - Businesses and schools are closed every Oct 12 in Spain to celebrate the public holiday This Monday October 12 is a national holiday in Spain, celebrated annually as the ‘Día de la Hispanidad’, also.. 09/10/2026

Spain launches “Nothing is thrown away here” campaign at record breaking food fairAgriculture minister Luis Planas opens Fruit Attraction as new advertising push targets waste in Spanish kitchens Spain’s Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled a new campaign aimed squarely at what happens in our own kitchens, under the catchy slogan.. 09/10/2026

Critically endangered primate that communicates with its eyes is born at Bioparc ValenciaThe white-crowned mangabey cub now shares its home with western lowland gorillas Bioparc Valencia has welcomed a new white-crowned mangabey, a medium-sized primate that communicates using its eyelids and is classed as critically endangered by the International.. 07/10/2026

British fraudster, Jody Smart, finally jailed in Alicante after years of appealsFormer CWM boss has entered Alicante prison nearly nine years after the pension firm collapsed Nearly nine years after Continental Wealth Management collapsed, Jody Smart has finally begun serving a prison sentence for fraud.   Smart, who is.. 07/10/2026

Valencia man jailed for killing his partner's pet rabbit and cooking it in front of herThe abuse in the Valencian town of Montserrat went on for years before the court handed down its sentence A man in the Valencian town of Montserrat has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison after confessing that he killed his partner&#.. 07/10/2026

Valencia Day in Spain: Festivo holiday on October 9 for the Dia de la Comunidad ValencianaRead on to discover what happens on Valencia Day, the Spanish holiday held on October 9 Every year, October 9 is celebrated in Spain’s Valencian Community as the ‘Día de la Comunidad Valenciana’ or Day of Valencia, and the day..

Covid cases jump 125% in just one week across the Valencian CommunityThe rise in coronavirus cases has so far not resulted in a significant increase in hospital admissions Data from the Valencian Community's Surveillance System for Acute Respiratory Infections (SiVIRA) shows that Covid incidence reached 117.2 cases.. 24/09/2026

Subscribe to our Weekly Round-up Bulletin: News from across Spain, straight to your inbox every Friday   Fed up scrolling through endless feeds trying to find the news that's actually relevant to you? We hear you.   Between work, life and everything in between, who's got time to check the news every single day? That's exactly.. 15/09/2026

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

Why trusting the doctor is essential for health Medical professionals are indispensable figures in society, as they improve people’s quality of life. They do not only treat illnesses, but also listen to their patients, accompany them and provide support throughout all stages of their lives.. 08/07/2026

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

Simple ways to make smartphones easier for older loved onesBigger icons, clearer sound and simple shortcuts can make mobiles much more senior-friendly Helping mum, dad or grandparents get to grips with a smartphone does not have to be daunting. With a few thoughtful tweaks, you can turn a confusing device into.. 03/03/2026

How your business can use AI to boost its social media presenceOnline B2B tool PostBotPro is emerging as a solution for time-pressed smaller businesses to get noticed in an increasingly competitive market Keeping up with social media is a challenge shared by many small- and medium-sized businesses. Most owners.. 16/01/2026

How to renew your TIE as a British expat resident in Spain: Foreigner's identity card renewal instructions post-BrexitStep-by-step guide to renewing your TIE card for Brits living as permanent residents in Spain Image: Ayuntamiento de Madrid   Who needs a TIE in Spain? When can I renew my TIE? How long does it take to renew a TIE? Step-by-step guide..

Armistice Day in Spain: Do the Spanish wear poppies and celebrate Remembrance Day?Many British expats in Spain observe Remembrance Day, but don’t be surprised if you get some funny looks from Spaniards for wearing a poppy November 11 is Remembrance Day or Armistice Day for countries like the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia..

Halloween in Spain and why November 1 is a public holiday‘All Saints Day’ is a bank holiday in Spain on November 1... find out why, and what is so special about this Spanish holiday November 1 is a national holiday in Spain every year, but why is the day after Halloween a Spanish public holiday.. 30/10/2025

How to fast-track building licences in Valencia and AlicanteUnderstanding ECUVs and how they can speed up your major works project by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer   In the previous article we took a look at the two basic types of building licences and the steps in.. 11/03/2025

Types of building licence in Valencia and Alicante and how to get themIf you are planning building work to your property in the Valencian Community, you need to know the right type of licence to apply for by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer   There are just two types of building.. 26/02/2025