REGION OF MURCIA, LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFO

New EU charge coming for Shein and Temu parcelsAnother charge on low-value parcels is coming in November, but the EU hasn't yet revealed how much it will be People in Spain who regularly order cheap items from Shein, Temu, AliExpress and other online marketplaces are facing another change.. 11/09/2026

Storm chaos sweeps across Spain as torrential rain triggers widespread floodingA 63-year-old woman died in Mallorca as torrential rain causes flooding, cancelled flights and travel disruption across the Mediterranean After a week that began with intense heat, Spain has seen a dramatic change in the weather, with thunderstorms.. 11/09/2026

House prices in Spain keep climbing as homes become 36% more expensive in three yearsThe latest figures show that Spain’s property boom is losing a little momentum, but prices are still rising at double-digit rates Spain’s house prices continued to climb sharply during the second quarter of 2026, with properties costing.. 11/09/2026

These stores and shopping centres are open this September 13 in the Region of MurciaHere’s where you can shop in the Region of Murcia this Sunday despite it being a normal rest day September can be an expensive month, particularly for families getting children ready to go back to school. Books, uniforms, shoes, bags and school.. 11/09/2026

La Vuelta effect: Alicante and Murcia riding highThe race brought thousands of visitors, worldwide television coverage and further recognition of Alicante and Murcia as cycling destinations La Vuelta a España 2026 has moved on, but its two stages through Alicante and the Region of Murcia.. 11/09/2026

Murcia's bus strike left passengers stranded and confused on day one, with the Romería showdown still to comeLong waits, no information at stops and a dispute over 100% minimum services on Tuesday's pilgrimage day are keeping the pressure on The strike had been coming for some time, and yesterday it arrived. Thursday was the first of four planned strike.. 11/09/2026

Spain's supermarket giant throws its weight behind major animal welfare moveThe supermarket's leading egg supplier plans to eliminate cages across its farms in Spain within four years Mercadona, still Spain's favourite supermarket, is throwing its weight behind a major animal welfare shift after its leading egg supplier.. 11/09/2026

Petrol prices rise for tenth week running in Spain even as diesel gets cheaperThe average petrol price has climbed to €1.815 a litre across Spain while diesel has fallen to €1.795 Drivers filling up in Spain are seeing a familiar pattern at the petrol pumps, with petrol prices continuing to climb while diesel has.. 11/09/2026

Los Urrutias residents call for sunken yacht to be removedThe sailing boat has been lying just 20 metres from the shore for more than a week, blocking a passage residents created to reach the Mar Menor For some residents of Los Urrutias, getting into the Mar Menor for a swim has become more difficult.. 10/09/2026

Murcia recorded 160% more heat-related deaths this summer than last year, the highest toll in the region's history57 people died from heat-associated causes in the region between June and August, as July brought record temperatures and relentless tropical nights   The summer of 2026 has been the deadliest on record for heat-related deaths in the Region of.. 10/09/2026

Murcia weather forecast September 10-13: Calmer skies return after floods and stormsThe Region of Murcia is set for a run of settled weather from Thursday, with just a chance of an early morning shower on the coast This Wednesday September 9 brought a tough afternoon for much of the Region of Murcia, with flooded streets, standing.. 10/09/2026

Murcia's buses and trams are on strike again, and this time the timing couldn't be worseFour days of action across the region coincide with the Murcia Fair, with reduced services and a heated row over the Fuensanta Pilgrimage If you're relying on public transport in the Region of Murcia over the next few days, plan ahead. A four-day.. 10/09/2026

Eight out of ten new self-employed workers in Murcia over the past four years have been foreign nationalsNew figures show foreign entrepreneurs are driving almost all of the region's self-employment growth, while Spanish registrations have barely moved Something quietly significant has been happening in Murcia's economy. The number of self-employed.. 09/09/2026

Indefinite doctors' strike could begin in Spain in OctoberDoctors are stepping up their opposition to the Government's proposed health service reforms, with unions warning that the dispute is far from over Doctors in Spain could launch an indefinite strike from October in a move that could put further.. 09/09/2026

San Javier road closures as new Cuatro Picos roundabout works beginThe Ayuntamiento has set out alternative routes for traffic travelling between San Javier and Santiago de la Ribera, which will also impact bus routes  Traffic around San Javier and Santiago de la Ribera should expect some changes this week.. 09/09/2026

Murcia recorded the second-highest rise in road deaths this summer as Spain's overall toll climbs to 240Twelve people died on the region's roads in July and August, eight more than last year, as Interior Minister calls it "a bad summer" for road safety Spain's roads claimed 240 lives during July and August 2026, twelve more than the same.. 09/09/2026

More than 8% of working time lost to absenteeism in MurciaMurcia's absenteeism rate is well above the national figure of 7.62%, according to new figures More than 8% of working time was lost to absenteeism in the Region of Murcia during the first three months of this year, putting it among the worst-.. 08/09/2026

Orange alert for Cartagena with torrential rain and storms forecast on WednesdayThe alert will run from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning, while residents and drivers are being urged to take extra care as torrential rain could cause flooding Aemet has issued an orange weather warning for Cartagena on Wednesday September.. 08/09/2026

More than 2,200 new homes planned to ease shortage in the Region of MurciaThe programme will include homes in Murcia, Alcantarilla, El Palmar, Churra, Lo Pagán, Santiago de la Ribera and Águilas More than 2,200 new homes are set to be developed across the Region of Murcia over the next three years in a major.. 08/09/2026

Los Alcázares announces new flood guidance as weather warnings are issuedParents are being asked not to travel to schools to collect children during orange or red alerts, while residents are warned about flooded roads and garages Los Alcázares is stepping up its preparations for heavy rain, with the Ayuntamiento.. 08/09/2026