MURCIA NEWS

Traditional bathing station restored in Santiago de la RiberaThe Town Hall of San Javier is committed to re-creating these facilities which were first used in the early 20th century The beach of Santiago de la Ribera will boast a new old attraction this summer now that work has been completed on a project to create.. 26/05/2026

Murcia's new nitrate plan faces criticism from environmental groupsEnvironmental organisation says the regional government's latest proposals repeat measures that have failed for more than two decades to stop pollution reaching the Mar Menor Environmental group Ecologistas en Acción has criticised the.. 26/05/2026

Lorca prepares for scorching summer as street awnings go upGround temperatures can be reduced by 15ºC under the awnings of Lorca! Although it’s still May the daytime temperatures in the Region of Murcia are reaching well into the 30s this week, and in response the Town Hall of Lorca has confirmed that.. 26/05/2026

Spain warned over teenage vaping surge ahead of World No Tobacco DayDoctors say e-cigarettes are becoming the “gateway” to nicotine addiction as pressure grows for tougher anti-smoking laws Doctors in Spain are warning of a worrying rise in teenage vaping ahead of World No Tobacco Day on Sunday May 31.. 26/05/2026

The Shadow Plans transforms Cartagena city centreLarge textile panels now cover Calle del Carmen, filtering the sunlight and cooling down the city centre Cartagena's Calle del Carmen has a very different look about it this summer, and after last year's debacle, when traders spent the hottest.. 26/05/2026

Murcia weather forecast May 25-28: Mostly sunny with rising temperatures on the wayThe settled weather looks set to continue with highs climbing towards the low 30s by Thursday Average temperatures expected on Thursday May 28   The good weather that's been a feature of the Region of Murcia over the past week or so.. 25/05/2026

Rental prices keep climbing across Murcia and Cartagena as prices approach record levelsLatest figures show rents in Murcia are up 6.6% on last year, matching previous peak levels seen in 2025 Rental prices across the Region of Murcia continue to rise, which is bad news for those trying to save for a mortgage deposit and get onto.. 25/05/2026

AI assistant helping heart patients at Murcia's La Arrixaca HospitalNew virtual monitoring system is already detecting serious cases early while reducing pressure on healthcare staff Murcia’s Virgen de la Arrixaca Hospital is continuing its push towards high-tech healthcare after becoming one of only two hospitals.. 25/05/2026

Your supermarket shop in Spain just got pricier againTomatoes, eggs, fish and even wine have all seen noticeable price rises over the past year Anyone who feels like their weekly supermarket bill in Spain keeps creeping up is probably not imagining it. New figures released by Spain’s National Statistics.. 22/05/2026

Spain commits almost €4 million to dog shelters and feral cat coloniesThe new grant programme will help rescue centres and local councils care for abandoned animals across Spain If you're an animal lover, this one will put a smile on your face. The Spanish government has launched a new grant programme worth almost.. 22/05/2026

Rebeca Pérez confirmed as Murcia's first female mayor in historic appointmentShe succeeds José Ballesta, following his death earlier this month, after already serving as acting mayor in recent weeks Rebeca Pérez has become the first woman in history to serve as mayor of Murcia City, officially taking up the.. 22/05/2026

Six doctors investigated in Region of Murcia prescription fraud caseGuardia Civil says more than 250 prescriptions may have been falsified in a scheme linked to a pharmaceutical laboratory employee Six doctors are being investigated in the Region of Murcia after the Guardia Civil uncovered what it says may have been a.. 22/05/2026

The beaches of Lorca prepare for summer!Beach cleaning and the preparation of facilities along the coast near Calnegre The municipality of Lorca is the second largest in Spain, covering an area well in excess of 1,650 square kilometres, and while that includes the historic city itself and a.. 22/05/2026

San Javier to boost its underwater archaeology profileSites such as the Phoenician wreck of Bajo de la Campana illustrate the 2500-year history of San Javier Ever keen to make the most of the varied attractions and interesting features of the municipality, the Town Hall of San Javier has stated its intention.. 22/05/2026

Spain agrees €7 billion housing plan with €308 million earmarked for MurciaThe new State Housing Plan 2026-2030 was backed unanimously by all regional governments The Spanish Government will invest €308 million in the Region of Murcia under the State Housing Plan 2026-2030, with €35.2 million expected to be.. 22/05/2026

Spain braces for first big heat of the summer as health officials issue warningFrom closing blinds at midday to old-school cooling tricks, traditional Spanish summer habits are making a comeback It may only be May, but parts of Spain are already preparing for temperatures above 30 degrees this weekend, with health authorities urging.. 22/05/2026

Spanish brewing giant acquires traditional Suffolk ale Old Speckled HenPossibilities being weighed up for the possible distribution of traditional bitter in Spain The Greene King brewery of Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk (UK) has sold its “Old Speckled Hen” beers and brand to the Spanish brewing company SA Damm, owner..

Spain blocks major solar plant planned between Murcia and the Vega BajaOfficials say proposed solar complex could cause significant environmental damage across Murcia and Alicante municipalities A major solar energy project planned between Murcia and the Vega Baja has been blocked after Spain's Ministry for Ecological.. 22/05/2026

Murcia unveils €14 million plan to modernise three health centresResidents in Alhama, Santomera and Yecla are set to benefit from larger health centres and new medical services over the next three years The Murcia regional government has approved a major €14 million investment programme aimed at expanding.. 21/05/2026

How electric car buying works in 2026New Auto+ Plan brings subsidies, discounts and updated EV rules across Spain Spain’s electric car market continues to grow, supported by both public incentives and a rapid expansion of charging infrastructure. A recent Government push includes.. 21/05/2026