ALICANTE NEWS

A guide to power of attorney and euthanasia in SpainEverything you need to know to plan ahead, protect your wishes, and understand the legal process in Spain Many people don't realise that euthanasia has been legal in Spain since 2021. For ex-pats living in Spain, this means you have the legal.. 04/05/2026

Weekend blaze at Orihuela-Almoradí scrapyard finally under controlLarge-scale emergency response was activated due to the intensity of the fire and the proximity to a local hospital The fire that tore through the Desguaces Mora scrapyard in Benejúzar over the weekend was finally declared fully extinguished.. 04/05/2026

Holidaymaker, 24, rescued after nearly drowning during late-night Torrevieja swimThe woman, who was on holiday in the area, entered a rocky patch of sea late at night when strong winds had caused powerful waves and dangerous conditions The Guardia Civil has revealed that, at the end of March, they were called out to rescue a 24.. 04/05/2026

British fugitive wanted for drug trafficking arrested in BenidormPolice say the 32-year-old was part of a gang supplying cocaine, ketamine and cannabis A British man wanted by the United Kingdom over drug trafficking and money laundering offences has been arrested in Benidorm. The 32-year-old was detained by the Polic.. 04/05/2026

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7The unsettled weather continues into the week with overcast skies, showers and even some thunderstorms on the way After a humid and unsettled weekend across the province of Alicante finished with a sunny and pleasant Sunday afternoon.. 04/05/2026

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rulesThe Spain-wide regulations stipulate that terraces can stay open if bars have cooling systems in place If you've ever tried to grab a drink on a bar terrace during a Spanish heatwave, you'll know it's not always the most comfortable experience.. 01/05/2026

Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdownsEight out of ten breakdowns in Spain happen without the device that's been compulsory since January Possibly the most controversial piece of motoring kit the Spanish authorities have ever introduced, the V16 emergency lights are still causing.. 01/05/2026

Spain moves to ease airport queues as new EU border system causes delaysOperational tweaks introduced as British travellers face long waits at passport control Passengers arriving in Spain, particularly from the UK, have been facing lengthy delays at passport control following the rollout of the EU’s new Entry/Exit.. 01/05/2026

Why May 1 is a public holiday in SpainLabour Day is marked nationwide with a long history of workers’ rights, protest and a welcome day off May 1 is one of the most important dates in the Spanish work calendar, and this year it falls on a Friday, creating a long weekend for many people.. 01/05/2026

Alicante Airport is getting a fast-track lane just in time for the summer rushThe priority security service is expected to launch at the Costa Blanca hub in June ahead of the busiest months of the year Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is introducing a fast-track security lane ahead of this summer, giving passengers.. 01/05/2026

Amazon Prime Day 2026 lands early in Spain with huge deals just around the cornerPrime members in Spain can expect exclusive deals, rapid deliveries and massive savings Amazon has just confirmed that Prime Day 2026 is landing in June, giving bargain hunters in Spain a head start on one of the biggest shopping events of the year.. 01/05/2026

Child among three migrants found dead off Alicante coast in possible link to Cartagena tragedyInvestigators are looking into whether the latest victims were on the same boat as migrants found dead near Murcia earlier in April The bodies of three migrants have been recovered from the waters off the Alicante coast and the Guardia Civil are now.. 01/05/2026

Fuel prices in Spain fall for second week in a row ahead of May Day getawayPetrol in Spain is almost back to pre-war levels but volatility in the market means it could change quickly There's some welcome news for anyone planning to hit the road this May bank holiday weekend as fuel prices in Spain have dropped for the.. 01/05/2026

Spain to cut antibiotic pack sizes in bid to tackle overuseTourists and residents alike have been known to stock up on antibiotics from Spanish pharmacies Spain is introducing more changes to how antibiotics are dispensed in pharmacies, with plans to reduce standard pack sizes in an effort to tackle overuse.. 01/05/2026

Torrevieja green lights 1,300 new homes and hospital expansionThe project includes a housing development, school land, green areas and road improvements in La Ceñuela Torrevieja City Council has approved plans that will allow a major new development in the La Ceñuela area, paving the way for more.. 30/04/2026

Spain Labour Day weekend: Supermarket opening hours during the May bank holidayEach chain has set its own opening hours for the May 1st holiday weekend, with some regional differences across Spain The Friday May 1 Labour Day holiday will be marked throughout Spain in 2026, giving many people a long weekend to switch off, travel.. 30/04/2026

Rare Blue Moon to light up Spanish skies this MaySkywatchers across Spain will get two chances to see a full moon in May, with the second known as a Blue Moon The night sky over Spain is set to put on a rare show this May, with not one but two full moons appearing in the same month in what&rsquo.. 30/04/2026

Torrevieja man arrested after cat beaten to death in shocking street attackThe case is being treated as animal abuse and gender-based violence by Torrevieja City Council Local police in Torrevieja arrested a man on Monday April 27 after a cat was beaten to death in the street in a case that has shocked residents and sparked.. 30/04/2026

How to get a criminal records check in Spain, with help from Heniam & AssociatesEverything you need to know about requesting your criminal record certificate in Spain, including online, in person and from abroad If you need to prove your legal record in Spain, you may be asked to provide a criminal record certificate as part of certain..

Rain and thunderstorms expected for the May bank holiday weekend: Alicante weather forecast April 30-May 3Cloudy overcast skies, cooler temperatures and even the possibility of muddy rain and thunderstorms over the weekend Unfortunately, the May bank holiday weekend looks like it will be cloudy and wet across Alicante, with rain expected on and off.. 30/04/2026