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Torrevieja to expand its overwhelmed hospital with 12,000 square metres of new landThe Mayor of Torrevieja has promised more beds and operating theatres but the budget and timeline remain unclear The Valencian Health Minister Marciano Gómez and Torrevieja Mayor Eduardo Dolón announced on Wednesday February 4 that the.. 05/02/2026

February stays chilly with strong winds and more rain: Alicante weather forecast February 5-8Weather alerts for very strong winds are still in place as the unsettled weather continues in the Alicante province Storm Leonardo is making its presence felt across Spain this week, with Andalucía bearing the brunt of the heavy rain and.. 05/02/2026

Mystery 'explosion' rattles windows across Orihuela Costa and TorreviejaThe loud bang that shook the Costa Blanca on Wednesday has been traced to military fighter jets If you were sitting at home in Orihuela Costa or Torrevieja on Wednesday afternoon, February 5, and nearly jumped out of your skin when a massive bang.. 05/02/2026

Orihuela Costa private hospital project moves forward with April construction startThe development plans consist of a clinic with operating rooms on a 3.3-hectare plot near La Zenia Plans for a private hospital in Orihuela Costa are finally moving ahead, with construction work on the site expected to begin in April.  .. 04/02/2026

WATCH! Dramatic footage shows vital water pipe bursting yet again in OrihuelaThe Tajo-Segura Transfer in the south of Spain has sprung a major leak for the second time in months   You'd think after the recent downpours that water wouldn't be such a precious resource, but in Spain's drought-stricken south.. 04/02/2026

Launch of brand-new FREE newspaper on the Costa Blanca today: Pick up your copy of the Costa Weekly News here!Look out for the red and yellow, letting you know that the Costa Weekly News is ready to read now   There is a brand-new English-language weekly print newspaper that has just launched to serve the Costa Blanca, the Costa Weekly News, and it is.. 03/02/2026

New Alicante Airport bus still bypasses Orihuela Costa despite connecting 16 townsThe €1.5 million service links the Vega Baja with the airport but misses out one of the region's biggest tourist hotspots A new public bus service connecting the Vega Baja region with Alicante-Elche Airport launched on February 1 but still.. 03/02/2026

Torrevieja to get beautiful new park with sea views and giant lighthouseThe €12 million Alto de la Casilla park will cover 30,000 square metres and could open by early 2027 Torrevieja is getting one of its biggest green spaces yet, with plans for a huge new urban park that promises stunning views across the salt.. 02/02/2026

Read the February edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to February issue of Home & Living magazine, blending intelligent design and practical living, inspiring you to refine your surroundings, enrich your routines and enjoy the art of living well So what can you find in our latest edition.. 30/01/2026

Jet2 and Vueling set the pace for another busy summer at Alicante-Elche airportUK and European routes expand again as airlines build on a record-breaking year Plans for summer 2026 are already pointing towards another very strong season at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, with airlines steadily rolling out bigger.. 28/01/2026

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More sonic booms coming to Lorca skiesAir Force training flights may rattle windows from Monday until Thursday February 5 A heads-up for Lorca residents and those nearby: expect some familiar loud bangs over the next week as Air Force and Space planes carry out tactical training over the.. 27/01/2026

San Javier announces the dates of the 2026 air show at the FITUR fair in MadridOther key dates in the diary have also been confirmed as San Javier showcases its tourist attractions Estíbaliz Masegosa, the Councillor for Tourism in the municipal council of San Javier, has described the visit of a delegation from the municipality.. 27/01/2026

Nearly half of Costa Blanca visitors don't stay in hotels as accommodation debate intensifiesNew figures highlight the growing role of second homes and family stays, even as Alicante looks to expand its international tourism reach Nearly half of all tourists visiting the province of Alicante are staying in second homes or with friends and family.. 26/01/2026

Trial starts in Alicante for criminal gang alleged to have sold used cars with the KM counters turned backTen defendants are accused of cheating around 100 second-hand vehicle buyers in the Vega Baja and Marina Baixa areas The suspects in a long-running alleged car scam in Alicante’s Vega Baja area are finally heading to court this week, with.. 26/01/2026

Torrevieja and Orihuela shine at FITUR 2026Lifestyle videos, medieval markets and sports events woo international crowds Torrevieja and Orihuela are making waves at FITUR 2026, Spain's big international tourism fair running from Tuesday January 21 to Saturday January 25 at IFEMA in Madrid... 22/01/2026

Mar Menor burglary gang dismantled with 13 arrestsGuardia Civil links suspects to 25 offences across San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar and Orihuela The Guardia Civil in Murcia has arrested 13 members of a criminal gang operating from San Javier, connecting them to 25 burglaries and thefts in the Mar.. 21/01/2026

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with SpainoraIndependent guides to properties, golf, beaches & lifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping clients discover the best of Spain's Mediterranean coast. From the Costa.. 20/01/2026

Orihuela Costa drives population boom as British remain largest foreign groupHuge growth along the coast has pushed Orihuela municipality close to 89,000 residents Orihuela Costa has become the main engine behind a sharp rise in population across the wider municipality, which ended 2025 with close to 89,000 residents. New.. 16/01/2026

Heniam visa seminar coming to a location near you: Where would you like to see the next one held?Make your voice heard and tell Heniam where you want them to come and hold their next visa seminar, jam-packed with information all about visas in Spain In autumn 2025, Heniam & Associates ran a visa seminar at Murcia’s famous La Manga Club.. 16/01/2026