MURCIA NEWS

Mercadona opens brand new store in the Region of MurciaThe state-of-the-art Totana supermarket will replace an old Mercadona, which the company says failed to meet standards Mercadona unveiled its newest supermarket in the Murcia town of Totana on Monday June 16. The new store, located on Calle Hondales.. 17/06/2025

Lorca spruces up its beaches for summer in the sunThe beaches of Lorca will be cleaned daily throughout July and August Summer officially starts in Spain this Saturday June 21 and Lorca City Council is well prepared. The always popular Calnegre beaches have been thoroughly spruced up with a deep.. 16/06/2025

Alhama presents new hiking route from the town centre to the snow wells of Sierra EspuñaA 16-kilometre hike in Alhama which climbs from 200 m above sea level to almost the height of Ben Nevis! A newly signposted hiking route was presented on Friday 13th June at the Los Baños archaeological museum in Alhama de Murcia, with the presentation.. 16/06/2025

New life for Lorca’s Church of San Juan as long-awaited restoration gets green lightPlans for urgent repair works and future renovation are now firmly in motion, with 2.6 million euros earmarked for the project After a long period of uncertainty, the historic Church of San Juan in Lorca is finally set to undergo a full restoration thanks.. 13/06/2025

The Club Náutico of Águilas contributes to national nature clean-up eventEfforts to reduce the prevalence of waste along the coastline of Águilas The annual “1m2 contra la basuraleza” evento, which encourages people all over Spain to clear away litter and plastic waste from just one square metres of open.. 13/06/2025

Over 30 endangered manta rays released after being captured by accident in La Azohía, MurciaConservation groups and traditional fishers join forces to protect endangered marine species in the Mediterranean More than 30 manta rays accidentally caught in the Almadraba of La Azohía, near Cartagena, have been successfully tagged and released.. 12/06/2025

Condado de Alhama golf course to reopen in September as work starts on 5-star hotel and football pitchesThe new luxury hotel, football facilities and other expansion plans are taking shape for Condado de Alhama in 2025 Two years after unveiling the ambitious Alhama Nature project in Condado de Alhama, the developers behind the initiative have announced.. 10/06/2025

Wild boar numbers in Murcia revealed through groundbreaking wildlife surveyThe study of two Murcia regional parks shows that there are almost two boars for every square kilometre Wild boars may traditionally be seen as secretive and elusive creatures but in the forests of the Region of Murcia, they are no longer in hiding.. 09/06/2025

Despair among beach bar owners and thirsty bathers as new chiringuito rules delay opening in CartagenaFor most beach bars the new regulations are proving either difficult or impossible to obey For a couple of months now, since the start of the Easter holidays, residents and visitors at the beaches of Cartagena have been speculating about why hardly any.. 06/06/2025

New shops opening at Parque Almenara in the coming weeksThe Lorca shopping centre is on course for some new arrivals very soon Parque Almenara in Lorca is experiencing a new wave of commercial growth, with five more businesses preparing to open in the coming weeks. The shopping centre, which has steadily.. 06/06/2025

Águilas cracks down on illegal dumping with surveillance and finesThe Town Hall has reminded residents of the designated waste disposal points and environmental responsibility The Town Hall of Águilas has issued a strong reminder to residents and visitors that illegal dumping of rubbish and rubble is prohibited.. 05/06/2025

Road to Bolnuevo coves to be protected against rainwater damageImprovements will include new drainage ditches, speed bumps and signage to preserve the path and boost safety The road leading to the coves of Bolnuevo, one of Mazarrón’s most visited natural attractions, is set to undergo improvements.. 02/06/2025

Summer waste collection times at Condado de AlhamaA revised schedule aims to keep the resort clean and in good condition during the busy season Residents and property owners at Condado de Alhama are advised of the new summer waste collection schedule in place for July and August. The community administration.. 30/05/2025

La Isla Lake pest treatment schedule announced for Condado de AlhamaA revised weekly timetable aims to control the presence of rantelles through coordinated efforts by three pest control companies   A new treatment schedule has been put in place at the La Isla lake on Condado de Alhama Golf Resort to prevent and.. 30/05/2025

Read the June edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the June 2025 issue of Home & Living! The Home & Living Magazine, previously known as the Costa Calida Chronicle, has been supplying useful local information of interest to a loyal readership base for all that time. It is available.. 27/05/2025

A new sculpture for the entrance foyer of the historic Teatro Guerra in LorcaThe muse Terpsichore joins a twin sculpture of Thalia by Rafael Pi Belda in the oldest theatre open in Murcia The Teatro Guerra in Lorca holds the distinction of being the oldest theatre still open in the Region of Murcia, having first welcomed members.. 26/05/2025

Three Murcia beaches go head to head for Best in Spain awardTwo beaches in Cartagena and one in Lorca are competing for the 2025 crown Playa de Calblanque   Three stunning beaches on the Costa Cálida have been shortlisted in the race to be crowned Spain’s best beach in this year&rsquo.. 23/05/2025

Alhama de Murcia's central square to undergo major green transformation this JuneA new sustainable and accessible public space will soon take shape in the heart of the town Work on the long-awaited remodelling of the Plaza de la Constitución in Alhama de Murcia is set to begin in the first half of June. The project, announced.. 21/05/2025

Establishment of Cabo Cope marine reserve nears completionReserves have proven beneficial for commercial fishing and tourism, and this plan would mean Murcia has more than any other Spanish region Cabo Cope Fishing may be an essential productive activity but overfishing can deplete fish populations.. 13/05/2025

Murcia gains three more Blue Flags this year, bringing its total to 36Cartagena leads the way with 10 flags, while the Mar Menor misses out for the ninth consecutive year   The Region of Murcia will have 36 Blue Flags in summer 2025 – three more than in 2024, including 29 for beaches and seven for marinas. According..