MURCIA NEWS

Diesel sales continue to decline in Murcia as drivers switch to electric and hybrid modelsNew data shows registrations of diesel vehicles fall by almost 40% as stricter environmental rules and rising fuel costs drive buyers towards electric alternatives Diesel is no longer as attractive as it once was. What used to be the go-to option.. 12/05/2026

Espacio Mediterráneo turns a telephone into a bridge between generationsGenerational Intelligence brings older voices and life lessons into Cartagena’s shopping centre Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena has been sharing a thoughtful social initiative. Called Generational Intelligence, it uses something wonderfully.. 11/05/2026

Man arrested in Jumilla for illegal hare poaching using hunting dogsThe man had previously been investigated for similar offences in Albacete A man from Jumilla has been investigated after being caught allegedly poaching hares during the closed season in a Guardia Civil operation targeting illegal hunting in the Region.. 11/05/2026

Big step forward for El Alba resort as 1,050-home development nears next construction phaseLocated between Roldán and Torre Pacheco, the up-and-coming resort now features a beach-style pool and paddle tennis courts The long-awaited El Alba Mediterranean Resort between Roldán and Torre Pacheco is really starting to take shape.. 11/05/2026

Nearly 18,000 cruise passengers arriving in Cartagena with seven cruise ships due in six daysCartagena prepares for one of its busiest cruise weeks of the year with AIDACosma, Disney Dream and Queen Anne among arrivals The port of Cartagena is getting ready for a hectic week as seven cruise ships are docking in just six days, bringing.. 11/05/2026

Your bank may be calling - but it could be a scam: Police warn over rising 'spoofing' fraud in SpainFraudsters are making calls appear genuine to trick victims into handing over banking details and security codes A worrying phone scam that makes calls look as though they are coming directly from your bank is continuing to spread in Spain, with Polic.. 11/05/2026

Mayor of Murcia José Ballesta dies in office aged 67The long-serving mayor and former university rector remained in office until his death after a battle with cancer José Ballesta Germán, the mayor of Murcia city, has died at the age of 67 after a long battle with cancer, the City.. 11/05/2026

Murcia weekly weather forecast May 11-14We will enjoy much brighter and drier conditions this week, with only a slight chance of rain In comparison with last week, the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) is forecasting a far lower possibility of rain this week in the Region of Murcia, and.. 11/05/2026

VIDEO: Hantavirus cruise ship begins disembarking passengers in SpainAll those who have got off the ship have been transferred to hospitals in their home countries for monitoring La Guardia Civil ha participado en el traslado de los ocupantes del MV HONDIUS desde el puerto de Granadilla de Abona hasta el aeropuerto de.. 11/05/2026

Smoke spews from Ryanair plane after landing at Murcia Corvera AirportThe smoke was seen coming from the cockpit area shortly after passengers had disembarked from the London Luton flight A Ryanair aircraft began spewing out smoke shortly after landing at the Region of Murcia International Airport on Saturday morning.. 11/05/2026

Final phase begins on Sierra Espuña snow well restoration projectThe project aims to preserve one of Alhama de Murcia’s most important cultural and environmental landmarks Work is continuing on the final phase of a major restoration project at the historic snow wells of Sierra Espuña, one of the most.. 11/05/2026

Hantavirus cruise ship set to dock in Tenerife as quarantine plan moves aheadThe MV Hondius is due in Granadilla on Saturday, with British passengers also affected by the outbreak and health authorities insisting the risk remains low Spain is preparing to receive the MV Hondius in Tenerife on Saturday after the cruise ship at.. 08/05/2026

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to expertsEarly summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s been an unsettled and unpredictable start to the year is something of an understatement. Spain welcomed 2026 with a barrage of storms that.. 08/05/2026

Mercadona changes home delivery rules leaving some shoppers stranded in SpainShoppers now face checking store by store across Spain to see whether deliveries are still available Mercadona shoppers across Spain are facing a frustrating new change that could make the weekly supermarket run a lot more complicated, especially.. 08/05/2026

Spanish police pull off biggest cocaine seizure in world historyOne of the raids carried out by Spain’s Guardia Civil resulted in the largest single cocaine seizure ever recorded worldwide The Spanish authorities have announced what is being described as the biggest cocaine seizure ever carried out in a.. 08/05/2026

Supermarkets and shopping centres are allowed to open in Murcia this Sunday May 10The date is one of the Region of Murcia’s “festivos de libre apertura”, allowing shops to open on a normally restricted Sunday The Region of Murcia is gearing up for one of its so-called “festivos de libre apertura”.. 08/05/2026

Common mistakes when choosing health insurance and how to avoid them Choosing health insurance is one of the most important decisions for ensuring wellbeing and peace of mind. However, many people make mistakes when taking out a policy that can result in less security when facing unforeseen circumstances.  .. 08/05/2026

Cartagena bus station makeover to begin within weeks as major revamp gets green lightTravellers can expect easier access, new facilities and a fresh look as the long-awaited renovation moves ahead this year Cartagena’s ageing bus station is finally set for a major facelift, with work expected to begin within the next month after.. 08/05/2026

Major oil spill emergency drill held off Cartagena coastMore than 250 emergency responders took part in a major coastal drill at Cala Reona to test how authorities would handle a large fuel spill at sea Murcia's coastline was the setting for a large-scale emergency exercise to prepare for one of.. 08/05/2026

Man dies after falling down irrigation ditch in tiny village between Orihuela and MurciaThe tragedy occurred in La Aparecida, a quiet hamlet in Orihuela’s Vega Baja area A man has died in the Orihuela district of La Aparecida, a small rural hamlet in the Vega Baja del Segura area of Alicante, located between Orihuela city and the border..