REGION OF MURCIA, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Corvera Airport is having a flier of a year as February passenger numbers surge by nearly 25%As usual, foreign travellers are driving growth at Murcia International, growing by 24.3% compared to February 2025 Murcia’s Corvera Airport looks to be going from strength to strength, with February passenger numbers coming in at 38,224, a.. 12/03/2026

Mercadona's big 2025 win and fresh store upgradeRecord €1.73 billion profit alongside rollout of efficient 'Store 9' model Mercadona wrapped up 2025 with impressive numbers that have president Juan Roig beaming. "We are very, very, very happy," he said three times over while.. 12/03/2026

Rain on Saturday, but much drier overall: Murcia weekend weather forecast March 12-15There should be plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy a bit of sunshine in the next few days Murcia weather forecast, Saturday March 14   The forecast by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the weather in the Region of Murcia.. 12/03/2026

What would happen if a plane crashed at Corvera Airport? Emergency services carry out drill to prepare for the worst case scenarioA dramatic mock plane crash this Thursday was designed to test how emergency services in the Region of Murcia would respond if the worst really happened What looked at first glance like a serious air disaster at the Region of Murcia International.. 12/03/2026

Phase 4 of Cartagena's new look waterfront moves aheadWork on the Paseo de la Marina prepares to start as fourteen companies have submitted bids for the €7.2 million contract Cartagena is taking the next step in its project to redevelop the waterfront. Phase 4 focuses on the Paseo de la Marina.. 12/03/2026

The Region of Murcia rejects Vox proposal to ban burkas in public placesAlthough nothing will change in Murcia for now, the wider debate in Spain is far from settled The Regional Assembly of Murcia has rejected a motion by Vox to ban the wearing of the burka and niqab in all public spaces under regional jurisdiction.. 12/03/2026

Taquilla Tickets opens new office at Condado de Alhama's Al KasarSame friendly service and opening hours, just a brand new home inside the Town Hall offices at Al Kasar Taquilla Tickets has a new home inside the Ayuntamiento offies at Condado de Alhama, but customers can still expect the same friendly service that.. 12/03/2026

Region of Murcia preparing measures to ease rising costs linked to Iran conflictRegional President Fernando López Miras says they are looking at tax relief and support for families and businesses in Murcia The government of the Region of Murcia is preparing its own package of measures to help ease the rise in costs.. 12/03/2026

Two starving dogs dumped from car boot in Caravaca de la CruzThe two puppies were found on the outskirts of Caravaca in a condition vets described as life-threatening Three people have been charged with crimes against animals following an investigation by the Guardia Civil in Caravaca de la Cruz, after two.. 12/03/2026

Murcia doctors announce fresh strike as health dispute deepensNew protest on March 20 adds regional pressure to national walkouts over working conditions Doctors across the Region of Murcia are preparing for another day of strike action later this month, as tensions continue between medical professionals and both.. 12/03/2026

Los Alcázares promotes the Berber Raids fiestas in AlbaceteThe fiestas take place this year during Easter Week from 2nd to 5th April The latest promotional initiative to raise awareness of the annual Berber Pirate Raids fiestas in Los Alcázares, which provide a welcome contrast to the solemn Semana Santa.. 12/03/2026

Caser Residencial Santo Ángel attends ADERMUR gala celebrating progress in dependency careThe annual event recognises individuals and organisations dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people in Murcia Representatives from Caser Residencial Santo Ángel recently attended the annual gala organised by ADERMUR, the Association.. 11/03/2026

Corvera Airport announces direct flights to Venice and Lille this summerBoth routes launch on June 28 and will run twice weekly from Murcia Airport throughout the summer season Murcia’s Corvera Airport is adding two new international routes this summer, with Volotea launching direct flights to both Lille in France.. 11/03/2026

Annapurna Restaurant in Los Belones, Cartagena: The new Indian and Nepali eatery that everyone is talking aboutOpen seven days a week with a takeaway service too, Annapurna is bringing something a little different to Los Belones If you haven't heard of Annapurna Nepali & Indian Restaurant in Los Belones yet, chances are you will soon. Since opening.. 11/03/2026

Mazarrón II ship director starts work to recover 4th-century Roman ship in MallorcaThe specialist team will carefully lift the Ses Fontanelles wreck, discovered in 2019 near the Mallorcan coast On March 10, the operation to recover the Ses Fontanelles shipwreck, one of the most important underwater archaeological finds in the.. 11/03/2026

SOS Mar Menor burger wins 'Audacious' award at National Burger ChampionshipThe unusual burger created by Fran Guerrero picked up a national award for originality at the Spanish National Burger Championship A burger inspired by the Mar Menor has picked up a national award for creativity at the Spanish National Burger Championship.. 11/03/2026

7-million-euro project for major kart and motor racing circuit in LorcaA fully equipped venue is planned for Lorca with the option of holding large concerts and other events A new project has been unveiled in Lorca to invest 7 million euros in the creation of an international kart racing circuit, complete with ancillary.. 11/03/2026

Lorca hotels packed for Easter rushNew rural hacienda joins 1,485 beds as bookings soar 70% ahead of Holy Week Lorca's hotels and tourist stays are filling up fast for Easter, with peak days from Maundy Thursday to Easter Saturday already at full capacity. Other days sit at 70% booked.. 10/03/2026

Hundreds of families at Villas Caravaning left in limbo as legal battle loomsResidents demand court oversight as safety concerns and unpaid bills leave the campsite in crisis The long-running problems at Villas Caravaning in La Manga have now reached the courts. The Residents' Association has announced it will request.. 10/03/2026

Work begins at San Esteban Archaeological Site in Murcia after 17 Years, uncovering centuries of history beneath the cityArchaeologists have begun surveys and excavations at the long-awaited site in preparation for a floating garden and a public plaza After nearly two decades of planning and delays, work has finally started at the San Esteban archaeological site.. 10/03/2026