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From Westminster to southern Spain: Michael Portillo’s journey to CartagenaThe broadcaster and former UK minister shares his love of Spain, travel and connecting with people during his latest filming trip   Cartagena may be baking in the August heat, but Michael Portillo looks perfectly at ease. The former Conservative cabinet..

Mar Menor inches towards health with more good results this weekAfter reaching dangerous highs, the temperature of the lagoon has stabilised at 29ºC The Mar Menor is showing signs of recovery after a worrying heat spike in July pushed its water temperature dangerously high. As we reach mid-August, the lagoon.. 14/08/2025

Stark contrast in green space plans of Region of Murcia as one city builds and another lets parks declineCartagena opposition slams “deplorable” neglect while neighbouring municipality pushes ahead with multi-million-euro urban park project   Cartagena’s Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) has hit out at what it describes as a.. 13/08/2025

Illegal anchoring and speeding spark fresh anger in the Mar MenorResidents demand tougher enforcement as fines double and boat gatherings overwhelm the lagoon   The summer boating season in the Mar Menor is sparking renewed frustration among locals. Complaints are mounting about overcrowded boats, jet skis.. 13/08/2025

Man arrested for raping a woman and exposing himself in San JavierSuspect matching woman’s description was caught by local police in San Javier after being accused by waiter Local Police in San Javier have arrested a man who allegedly raped a woman on August 9 and then exposed himself to a waiter in a casino.. 13/08/2025

Los Alcázares heading for record summer as tourist figures soarThe wide range of events and activities helps hotel occupany rates shoot up in Los Alcázares Official data compiled by the Town Hall of Los Alcázares show that tourism in the municipality enjoyed a boom during the month of June and July.. 13/08/2025

Hundreds join hands to “embrace” the Mar Menor in global show of supportFifth annual human chain calls for urgent action to protect the troubled lagoon   For the fifth summer in a row, locals and holidaymakers lined the shores of the Mar Menor to form a huge human chain, symbolically wrapping the saltwater lagoon.. 12/08/2025

New Teselas shade system brings cooler temperatures to CartagenaThe canopy will protect pedestrians from the sun while preserving the historic building facades on Calle Carmen Work has begun on the long-anticipated installation of the ‘Teselas’ shade system along Calle del Carmen in Cartagena. The.. 11/08/2025

Swarm of earthquakes makes the Costa Blanca and Murcia trembleA dozen offshore tremors recorded in the south of the province yesterday and this morning A total of 12 small earthquakes occurred nearby off the southern Costa Blanca within a few hours of each other between Monday evening and this morning... 08/08/2025

A dip in the Med for everyone: Cartagena expands free assisted bathing this summerSan Ginés, Playa Honda and La Manga beaches now offer daily support for swimmers with reduced mobility   Cartagena has stepped up its commitment to inclusive beaches this summer by expanding its free assisted bathing service across three.. 08/08/2025

Las Dunas shopping centre in Cartagena should be ready in a yearA huge new Mercadona in the centre of Cabo de Palos is one of the most anticipated additions Cranes, concrete and construction workers are a constant sight in Cabo de Palos this summer as work on the new Mercadona supermarket charges ahead.  .. 08/08/2025

Stunning frontline villas with underbuild on La Serena Golf for €684,950These luxury properties in Los Alcázares are proudly brought to you by MGP – Murcia Golf & Coastal Properties MGP - Golf & Coastal Properties, one of the leading real estate agencies in the Region of Murcia, is thrilled to present.. 07/08/2025

MGP urgently needs more homes to sell in top Murcia golf resortsBuyers are lining up for properties on Mar Menor, La Torre and Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resorts If you own a home on the prestigious Mar Menor Golf Resort, La Torre Golf Resort or Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort and are thinking about selling, now is.. 07/08/2025

Why Murcia's property market is booming and what it means for buyers and sellersSeveral Murcia hotspots remain in high demand as Simply Spanish Homes helps clients make smart property moves If you're thinking about buying or selling property in the Region of Murcia, now might be the perfect time to make your move. The local.. 06/08/2025

Heavy July rains relieve pressure on the Mar MenorWhile this is good news, the experts warn that the lagoon is still under stress The late July rains in the Region of Murcia have brought some welcome relief to the Mar Menor. According to the latest weekly report from the Mar Menor monitoring system.. 06/08/2025

Decrepit La Manga bridge to be replacedHalf a million euros assigned to ensure safe access to La Isleta nautical club, marina and housing The bridge to La Isleta in La Manga del Mar Menor is to be replaced by Cartagena city hall at a cost of over half a million euros. The project.. 05/08/2025

Cartagena beach bars face 20% sales drop under new coastal rulesUnder the new regulations, sun loungers must be situated at least 50 metres from the chiringuitos It’s been a chaotic summer for the chiringuitos in Cartagena. After months of uncertainty, delays and endless paperwork, the beach bars finally.. 05/08/2025

Watch! Mystery car crash leaves overturned vehicle by Murcia tunnel for over a weekDrivers baffled as abandoned car lies upside down near Pilar de la Horadada tunnel with no sign of the owner @tati_prado01 misterio para todo el verano… #murcia #playa #alicante #milpalmeras #coche #misterio ♬ Creepy and simple horror background.. 05/08/2025

Thousands of tonnes of algae cleared, but the Mar Menor is still in deep troubleAnother spike in chlorophyll levels has raised serious concerns about the fragile state of the Mar Manor lagoon Despite the removal of more than 4,200 tonnes of algae from the Mar Menor coastline already this year, scientists are again sounding the.. 04/08/2025

Hundreds march in Cartagena to demand more public investment in Los NietosResidents say they are tired of empty promises and being treated as “second-class citizens” Over 350 residents of Los Nietos marched through the streets of Cartagena this Thursday to protest against what they describe as ongoing neglect.. 01/08/2025