SAN PEDRO DEL PINATAR, LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFO

New Covid variant triggers surge in hospitalisationsThis new strain of Omicron has already been detected in Spain It’s now more than five years since the coronavirus pandemic first brought the entire world to a grinding halt. Since then, the disease has mutated dozens of times and while Covid.. 02/06/2025

Spain to begin relocating migrant children from overcrowded centresMost regions in Spain will have to make room for hundreds of displaced minors Back in March, the Spanish government announced that it would be moving thousands of unaccompanied migrant children from some of the country’s most overcrowded facilities.. 02/06/2025

Murcia weekly weather forecast June 2-5: Rainstorms to break the heat, but not for longSome light rain and thunderstorms are forecast for northern Murcia this week, but the extreme heat will only let up for a short time before coming back more intense than ever After the very hot weekend we just had, temperatures are forecast to decrease.. 02/06/2025

Solar flare hits Spain, potentially disrupting GPS and powerThe Spanish Space Agency issued a warning at the weekend after a powerful solar storm hit Earth’s magnetic field Just as Spain was finally starting to enjoy a bit of proper sunshine after months of gloom, there’s been a slightly more cosmic.. 02/06/2025

EU bans common item from checked-in luggageIf you’re flying to Spain soon, you’ll need to carry this handy device on board When getting ready for a flight to or from Spain, or indeed within the country, one of the key considerations is what kind of luggage to bring. Most budget airlines..

Fuel prices in Spain creep up again just in time for the weekendDespite a sharp rise, petrol and diesel in Spain are still cheaper today than a year ago As the sunny weather tempts more people to hit the road and head off for the weekend, fuel prices in Spain have ended their six-week streak of declines and begun.. 30/05/2025

Spain and all of Europe bracing for bird flu pandemicFears are growing that the virus may start spreading to humans After everything the world went through with Covid-19, it’s no surprise that even the faintest whisper of a new health threat sets off alarm bells. This time, it’s bird flu.. 30/05/2025

Spanish watermelons and melons make a juicy comeback after 3 yearsFollowing months of rain, the improved weather in Spain is giving farmers a glimmer of hope After three tough years of unpredictable weather, Spain’s watermelon and melon growers finally have a reason to feel hopeful. With the summer fruit season.. 29/05/2025

Spain to ban smoking outdoorsThe Health Department in Spain will prohibit smoking on bar terraces, at public pools and in work vehicles They’ve been threatening this controversial move for a long time but the Spanish government is finally lighting the fuse on a major health.. 29/05/2025

5 'potentially hazardous' asteroids hurtle towards Earth this weekAlthough there is no real risk of impact, all meet NASA's criteria for close monitoring It sounds a bit dramatic, but don’t panic just yet. According to NASA’s Planetary Defence Program, five asteroids that fall into the “potentially.. 29/05/2025

Terra Natura Murcia increases its number of species with the arrival of four emusThese animals, originally from Australia, can now be seen at ‘La Granja de Tommy’ Terra Natura Murcia has welcomed four emus, two males and two females, who have already begun to live in ‘La Granja de Tommy’, the recently opened.. 29/05/2025

Murcia's health warning: More obese kids, more anxious adults and more heart attacks than anywhere in SpainThe Region of Murcia is topping all the wrong charts, from childhood obesity and sedentary lifestyles to high rates of depression, anxiety and heart disease The Region of Murcia is facing a serious health crisis, according to the latest National Health.. 28/05/2025

Extraordinary heatwave hits Spain: Hottest May days in 70 yearsThis week, temperatures are expected to be 6 to 7 degrees above normal in most of Spain From what felt like the longest, soggiest winter in recent memory to full-blown summer seemingly overnight, Spain is diving straight into sweltering temperatures.. 28/05/2025

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..

San Pedro del Pinatar hosts first ever Skateboard Festival with strong turnoutThe event brought together skateboarders, urban culture enthusiasts and professionals for a day of exhibitions and classes The I Skateboard Festival of San Pedro del Pinatar was successfully held last Saturday, May 24, attracting dozens of skateboarders.. 27/05/2025

Service dogs now permitted in all public and private spaces in SpainGuide dogs will be allowed on all public transport in Spain, even planes, without extra fees or charges A year and a half after the proposal was originally made as part of Spain’s revolutionary Animal Welfare Law, the Council of Ministers has.. 27/05/2025

Renfe slashes train prices across Spain, but the super sale ends soonThe ‘Superprecios’ sale offers rail travel throughout Spain for as little as €9 Spain’s main rail company Renfe is back with its enormously popular ‘Superprecios’ mega sale to get your summer of travel off to a great.. 27/05/2025

Spanish study needs 10,000 volunteers to drink wine every dayThe 4-year clinical trial will look at the long-term effects of alcohol on our health If you’re the kind of person who enjoys a glass of wine with dinner and has always hoped it was secretly good for you, well, science might finally be on your side..

Shopping smarter: Why customers in Spain are ditching big brands for better deals61% of shoppers in Spain say they now compare prices in different supermarkets to find the best bargains Spain still offers incredible value for holidaymakers, but it’s often a different story for permanent residents earning a Spanish wage... 23/05/2025

Spain's first official report on animal abandonment reveals what really happens to petsA new government study lifts the lid on pet abandonment and adoption, and where the real challenges lie  Spain’s General Directorate of Animal Rights has published its first official report on the state of pet protection and abandonment, offering.. 22/05/2025