A greener future planned for Lorca Castle with new restoration projectThe €136,000 project will restore both the interior and outer slopes of the castle, including its butterfly garden and surrounding green areas The city of Lorca has started work on a new project that will see the landscape around.. 13/04/2026
Condado de Alhama in line to become Real Murcia's training home from 2026/27The move would give the squad a fixed base after training across multiple locations in the Region of Murcia this season Real Murcia is hoping to bring some much-needed stability to its day-to-day routine, with plans to move into a training base.. 13/04/2026
Dead dolphin removed from beach in LorcaThe animal was found at the Playa de los Hierros beach in Calnegre A dead dolphin was found on Thursday April 9 on the shore of a beach in Lorca, according to sources from the environmental association Amacope. The animal was found at.. 13/04/2026
Man wanted in Belgium for drug trafficking arrested in MurciaHe was arrested while trying to complete official paperwork in Murcia after police confirmed he was wanted in Belgium in connection with a drug trafficking conviction The Spanish National Police recently arrested a man in Murcia who was wanted.. 10/04/2026
Thousands filled the streets for Murcia's 175th Bando de la HuertaThe Bando de la Huerta is one of the main days of Murcia's Spring Festival, celebrating the region's traditions, food and agricultural heritage Murcia came out in force yesterday for the Bando de la Huerta, which this year marked its 175th.. 08/04/2026
Murcia shatters international tourism records in early 2026Tourists are staying longer and spending more time in the Region during the first two months of 2026 Tourist numbers are getting better and better in the Region of Murcia as more people discover this corner of Spain. The Region has seen a strong.. 06/04/2026
Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 03/04/2026
Listeria Alert: Tora smoked salmon recalled in SpainHealth authorities are telling people with Tora smoked salmon at home not to eat it after Listeria was found Spanish food safety authorities have issued a warning after Listeria monocytogenes was found in Tora brand smoked salmon. The alert was.. 03/04/2026
Warmer spring weather means the mosquitoes are back in the Region of MurciaMurcia town councils are out in force, treating public areas as a preventative measure and advising how some simple steps at home can help The sun is finally shining and spring is in the air but that usually means mosquitoes are starting to appear.. 03/04/2026
Seve Ballesteros' 18-hole golf course in Murcia set to reopen after nearly a decadeLa Peraleja golf course is preparing to welcome players again this summer, with bookings expected to open towards the end of June A golf course in the Region of Murcia that many people had written off is now getting ready to reopen, with plans.. 03/04/2026
Enrique Roca Stadium set for exciting VIP expansion and upgradesPart of the stadium will be turned into a modern VIP area with more seats and better facilities Real Murcia's home, Enrique Roca Stadium, has been a fixture in Murcia city since it opened in 2006, but for many years it saw little investment.. 02/04/2026
Local and national bank holidays in the Region of Murcia this AprilAlongside Holy Thursday and Good Friday, towns including Ceutí, Jumilla, Murcia City, and Blanca have extra local holidays this April As today is April 1, it's a good time to take a look at the bank holiday days in the Region of Murcia.. 01/04/2026
Murcia's public debt passes €14 billion as long-term pressures continueThe region now carries debt equal to 31.2% of its economy, one of the highest levels in Spain Public debt in the Region of Murcia has climbed past €14 billion for the first time. The latest figures from the Banco de España show it reached.. 01/04/2026
62 kilometres of new hiking and cycling trails coming to Murcia's forestsCycling and walking paths, a campsite and viewpoints are all part of the plan to make Murcia's forests easier to explore In the next few weeks, work will start in Coto Cuadros and Los Ásperos, as well as in Valle y Carrascoy. These.. 30/03/2026
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
Park for free while you shop in Alhama de MurciaNew ayuntamiento scheme offers up to 4 hours gratis in Plaza de la Constitución lot If you need to head to the shops in Alhama de Murcia, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. The local ayuntamiento is re-launching a their campaign giving up.. 09/03/2026
Football events on and around Condado de Alhama in 2026It’s set to be a busy year for the resort with loads of competitions and friendlies taking place A packed calendar of grassroots football tournaments, training camps and tours is planned for Condado de Alhama this year, promising a welcome boost.. 11/02/2026