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Corvera Airport kicks off 2026 with passenger numbers up more than a quarterMurcia International Airport is celebrating an impressive 26.7% jump in January travellers Corvera Airport has started the year with some really encouraging news, recording a 26.7% increase in passenger numbers for January compared to the same.. 13/02/2026

Strong winds force Carnival cancellations and event changes across MurciaOrange weather warnings bring strong winds of up to 90 km/h, prompting councils to postpone Carnival parades and cancel outdoor events Spain's state weather agency, the Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (Aemet), has issued orange alerts.. 13/02/2026

Missing Murcia woman tells of two-year captivity and abuse in countryside houseSalma, 38, escaped over a fence after 22 months of alleged beatings, rapes and threats Salma R., a 38-year-old Moroccan woman who was reported missing in Murcia in 2024, has told police she was held captive, beaten and repeatedly raped for almost two.. 13/02/2026

Murcia's streetside oranges: 640 tons collected but not for eatingAyuntamiento gathers bitter fruit from 15,000 trees to tidy up the city Ever strolled through Murcia's streets and wondered about all those vibrant orange trees lining the pavements? The Ayuntamiento is on the case, planning to harvest up to 640 tons.. 13/02/2026

Court investigates the death of a young English teacher in Murcia hospital Authorities have launched an inquiry following the death of a 24-year-old Filipina English teacher at Virgen de La Arrixaca Hospital A 24-year-old Filipina English teacher has died at Murcia's Virgen de La Arrixaca hospital, prompting a court.. 12/02/2026

Work on fourth lane for Cartagena motorway progresses despite delaysThe Cartagena to Alcantarilla stretch will get an extra lane but completion is now delayed until summer 2027 Plans to add a fourth lane to a busy section of the A-30 motorway from southern Murcia towards Cartagena have moved forward with the appointment.. 11/02/2026

Work set to begin on roads to Alhama de Murcia's new train stationThe €2.9m project will add new access roads, roundabouts and better links to make getting to the station far easier After nearly a decade of requests and paperwork, plans to improve access to the future Cercanías train station in Alhama.. 11/02/2026

Flood-prone stretch of the RM-19 finally getting the drainage it desperately needsWork on kilometre points 22-24 hopes to prevent flooding, improve safety and keep the busy motorway open during heavy rain If you live in the Mar Menor area, you'll know that as soon as it rains, this stretch of the RM-19 motorway floods, every.. 10/02/2026

Spanish rail strikes called off after unions reach €1.8 billion dealHundreds of trains across Spain were delayed or stopped running altogether Spain's planned three-day rail strike has been called off after unions reached what they're calling a historic agreement with the Ministry of Transport. The walkout.. 10/02/2026

Passenger attacks Ryanair employee over hand luggage dispute at Palma AirportThe incident reportedly escalated quickly during check-in for a Ryanair flight to Madrid, leaving staff and passengers shaken According to local reports, a passenger at Palma de Mallorca airport got into a violent confrontation with a Ryanair employee..

Over 186,000 patients in Murcia to get a new doctor as more strikes are announcedThe latest round of family doctor transfers will affect tens of thousands, as local doctors protest over staffing shortages and working conditions More than 186,000 patients in the Region of Murcia will soon be seeing a new family doctor at their.. 06/02/2026

Murcia sets new safety rules for Policía Local equipmentDecree allows Tasers, long guns and defibrillators in updated kit for officers Policía Local forces across the Region of Murcia are set for a major update in the tools and equipment they can use on duty. A new regional decree regulating technical.. 06/02/2026

Life imitates art at Caser ResidencialResidents step into the spotlight, becoming the stars of famous paintings as part of this new project Caser Residencial is bringing a touch of creativity and fun to everyday life for its residents. The latest project turns famous paintings into living.. 06/02/2026

9 Michelin recommended restaurants in and around MurciaTraditional Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine with guaranteed quality, taste and creativity! The big news for the Region of Murcia when the 2026 Michelin Guide was unveiled was the inclusion among the starred restaurants of Barahonda in Yecla, bringing the..

Ryanair confirms Corvera Airport safe from cuts: UK and Ireland summer 2026 routes announcedRyanair is keeping eight international routes from Murcia this summer, with 48 weekly flights and expected passenger growth of 12% For now, Murcia has stayed on the right side of Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary. The always interesting Irish airline.. 05/02/2026

Murcia court keeps surgeon in custody as judges cite risk of repeat offencesAppeal rejected after new complainants come forward in ongoing investigation A court in Murcia has ruled that the surgeon accused of raping a sedated patient during cosmetic surgery will remain in prison while the investigation continues, citing concerns.. 05/02/2026

Norwegian man stabbed at Murcia bus station discharged from hospitalThe 37-year-old has left the hospital after emergency surgery, while the suspect remains in custody without bail The Norwegian man who was seriously stabbed at Murcia's San Andrés bus station in an attack linked to his slot machine winnings.. 04/02/2026

Preventive medicine: Everything you need to know Health is not only about feeling well at a given moment, but also about knowing that we will feel well in the future. Self-care, healthy habits and medical check-ups are essential for preventing illness and improving people’s quality of life. &.. 03/02/2026

Murcia hotels smash tourism records with over 1.5 million visitors in 2025More visitors chose to stay in hotels in 2025, as privately rented tourist apartments saw a decline Hotels across the Region of Murcia ended 2025 with their strongest results on record. The Region saw more visitors and overnight stays than ever.. 03/02/2026

Car thieves turn their attention to Spain's new V16 emergency beaconPolice warn thefts from vehicles are rising sharply as the mandatory device becomes a new target Spain’s new V16 emergency beacon, now compulsory for drivers, is fast becoming an unexpected prize for car thieves, with police reporting a sharp rise.. 02/02/2026