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Segura basin stays steady at 60% as summer water supply holds firmStrong reserves and stable transfers mean no shortages expected for the year ahead The Segura basin, which supplies water to both Murcia and Alicante, is heading into summer on a reassuring note, with water supplies holding steady and no risk.. 02/06/2026

Seven arrested for migrant smuggling using 'taxi boats' in Murcia, Almería and AlicanteA joint operation by Spanish and European police dismantles a suspected organised crime network moving migrants from North Africa to southern Spain A suspected criminal network accused of smuggling migrants into Spain using high-speed 'taxi.. 02/06/2026

Man arrested in Benidorm over alleged rental and property scamsInvestigators say tenants, holidaymakers and a prospective buyer handed over deposits for properties and a garage space, the suspect allegedly had no right to rent or sell A 59-year-old man has been arrested in Benidorm on suspicion of fraud, misappropriation.. 02/06/2026

British holidaymakers flock to the Costa Blanca for half-term breaksThe Costa Blanca joins Mallorca and Tenerife among Spain's most popular destinations for British travellers The Costa Blanca has once again proved to be a hit with British holidaymakers, with new figures showing the area was one of the most popular.. 01/06/2026

Missing British woman found safe near Valencia but beloved dog still missingWendy Iles, 68, disappeared while travelling back to the UK from the Costa Blanca after her campervan reportedly broke down A British woman who vanished near Valencia after becoming stranded during a journey back to the UK has now been found safe.. 29/05/2026

Even hotter temperatures on the way: Alicante weekend weather May 28-31Alicante is heading into another hot weekend, with rising temperatures and mostly clear, sunny skies April 2026 has now officially been confirmed as the hottest April on record in Spain, according to AEMET data. And that trend looks set to continue.. 28/05/2026

Costa Blanca to get more buses, better airport links and new routes from June 1The new €3.75 million bus network promises more frequent services and better links to Alicante, Elche and Torrevieja A major new public bus network is launching across the Vega Baja from Monday June 1, with regional officials promising more frequent.. 28/05/2026

Major €1.2 million road project finally gets underway in Orihuela CostaThe massive overhaul of one of Campoamor’s busiest roads will pause during summer to reduce disruption One of Campoamor’s busiest and most important roads is finally getting a major overhaul, with work now officially underway on a &euro.. 27/05/2026

WATCH: Orihuela Costa Police rescue puppy after fall from beachside cliffOfficers scrambled down the rocky slope in Aguamarina to bring the young puppy back to safety   A five-month-old puppy is back home safely after a frightening fall from a cliff in the Aguamarina area of Orihuela Costa over the weekend. &.. 27/05/2026

Fire at Torrevieja Hospital leaves one person injured and forces evacuationA patient was admitted to intensive care following the incident at the Alicante province hospital A fire at Torrevieja Hospital on Friday afternoon, May 22, left one person injured with burns and several others suffering from smoke inhalation after.. 22/05/2026

Major new housing project in Orihuela Costa enters final stagesThe controversial Playa Flamenca development is set to transform the last undeveloped stretch of Orihuela Costa A huge new housing development in Playa Flamenca is edging closer to reality as work at the long-disputed Cala Mosca site on Orihuela Costa.. 22/05/2026

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

Spain's first AI-powered traffic lights are coming to one of Orihuela Costa's busiest roundaboutsThe €409,000 system at the Punta Prima roundabout on the N-332 uses machine learning to manage traffic in real time Spain's first AI-powered traffic light system is about to go live at the notorious Punta Prima roundabout at kilometre 52... 21/05/2026

Two arrested after high-speed chase through Orihuela CostaThe dramatic chase ended when the criminals ploughed into a Guardia Civil car in La Zenia Two men have been arrested following a dramatic high-speed chase through the busy streets of Villamartín and La Zenia on Monday May 18, after their car.. 20/05/2026

Pilar de la Horadada launches new free and fully accessible bus serviceThe new service will connect Pinar de Campoverde, Mil Palmeras, Torre de la Horadada and Pilar de la Horadada Getting around Pilar de la Horadada just got a lot easier and cheaper, with the town council launching a brand new free bus service that&#.. 20/05/2026

Couple accused of defrauding elderly British man of €86,000 after gaining his trustGuardia Civil investigation reveals years of suspicious transactions, including after victim’s death A man and woman have been arrested by the Guardia Civil after allegedly defrauding an elderly British man of €86,000 over several years, in.. 20/05/2026

Discover Mar de Cristal: Peaceful coastal living on the Costa CálidaJust Murcia Property showcases a range of stunning homes for sale in Mar de Cristal Nestled on the shores of the Mar Menor, Mar de Cristal is one of Murcia’s hidden coastal gems. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, crystal-clear waters and family.. 20/05/2026

Coastal property prices in Murcia are surging and savvy buyers are moving fastWith Los Alcázares up 30% and San Javier among the Region's biggest risers, Spainora is helping international buyers find the right move Spain's property market is going through a significant shift in 2026 and nowhere is that more visible.. 19/05/2026

Prison sentence for woman whose dog died after being tied up on scorching Torrevieja rooftopMaikel the dog suffered fatal heatstroke after being left tied up on an exposed terrace for several days in August 2022 A woman in Torrevieja has accepted a one-year prison sentence after her dog, Maikel, died following several days tied up on a sun.. 15/05/2026

British population continues to grow as Torrevieja tops 113,000 residentsThe Costa Blanca city continues to attract thousands of international residents from across Europe and beyond Torrevieja’s population boom shows no sign of slowing down, with the Costa Blanca city now officially home to more than 113,000 registered.. 14/05/2026