ORIHUELA COSTA, LOCAL NEWS ORIHUELA COSTA

How to keep cockroaches out of your home this autumnWhen the temperatures begin falling in Spain, cockroaches head to the cosy indoors As the temperatures start to drop, sightings of the dreaded cockroach begin to dwindle, especially in the cooler outdoors. But don’t be fooled. When it gets chilly.. 31/10/2025

Young woman rescued from bridge near Zenia BoulevardThe girl climbed on top of the pedestrian bridge near the Villamartín road There were moments of extreme tension on Thursday afternoon, October 30, in Orihuela Costa when a young woman was seen climbing to the top of the iron structure.. 31/10/2025

Supermarkets and shops opening in Spain this Saturday November 1All Saints' Day is a bank holiday throughout Spain on November 1 so many stores will remain closed November 1, the day after Halloween, is a national holiday in Spain every year. Every region and town in Spain has a local holiday on.. 30/10/2025

Spain's new phone app will save you money every time you refuelRuta-E shows real-time prices at petrol stations and electric charging points across Spain There’s no denying the fact that we all want to pay as little as possible when filling up the tank or charging our car battery. Nobody enjoys watching.. 30/10/2025

Double the fines in Spain for parking in disabled spotsSpain plans to increase the penalty from €200 to €500 Unfortunately, we've all seen it. Someone nipping into a disabled parking space for "just a minute" while they run an errand, completely oblivious to the person with mobility.. 30/10/2025

How to check what last-minute budget Imserso holidays are still availableImserso trips for pensioners are selling out fast, but there are still some bargain holidays available across Spain The Imserso tourist scheme is a Spanish government-subsidised holiday programme for pensioners and retirees, offering heavily discounted.. 29/10/2025

Spain backs EU decision to ban petrol and diesel cars by 2035Paris and Madrid both agree the 2035 target must be maintained, but call for "made in Europe" incentives to help the struggling automotive industry Spain and France have this week thrown their support behind the EU's controversial 2035.. 29/10/2025

Alicante holiday calendar 2026: Key public holidays and local celebrations confirmedIn all, Alicante will enjoy 14 bank holidays next year, although the province will only have two long weekends The public holiday calendar for 2026 across the province of Alicante is now taking shape, with a mix of national, regional and local dates.. 29/10/2025

Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia join forces to fight cuts to water supplyThe regional governments have called for urgent talks over plans to reduce the water transfer to southern Spain In a last-ditch attempt, the regional governments in Murcia, the Valencian Community and Andalucia, along with the Syndicate of Irrigators.. 28/10/2025

Alicante airport shut down for two hours due to droneAround 1,000 passengers were affected with flights diverted to Murcia and other airports Alicante-Elche Airport was thrown into complete chaos on Monday October 27 when a drone was spotted flying above the terminal shortly before 9pm. Because of the.. 28/10/2025

Spain's hottest areas see property prices cool as temperatures riseTraditional property hotspots like Andalucia and Alicante are starting to lose their appeal If you're considering buying or renting property in Spain, it's essential to be aware of how climate change is influencing the housing market. Recent.. 27/10/2025

Car bursts into flames outside popular Orihuela Costa restaurantThe flames threatened to engulf the wooden front of the Banana Tree Restaurant There was plenty of panic in Orihuela Costa on Saturday afternoon, October 25, when a car burst into flames just metres from the Banana Tree Restaurant on Calle Azafrá.. 27/10/2025

Flu cases are skyrocketing in Spain: what are the symptoms and how to tell it apart from Covid?Flu infections are soaring across Spain this autumn, with experts warning of a tough season ahead Spain is seeing a sharp rise in flu cases as autumn settles in, with some municipalities reporting levels far higher than last year. After years of focusing.. 27/10/2025

Spain accused of criminalising tourism with new policyTwelve regional governments in Spain have expressed their concerns over the policies and warn they could destroy tourism Spain’s tourism sector, which brings in billions and supports millions of jobs, has become the new battleground.. 24/10/2025

New EU driving licence rules allow 17 year olds hit the roadSpain is preparing for sweeping European changes that will allow 17 year olds to obtain a licence and introduce a digital version by 2030 After a couple of years in the planning stages, the European Union has given the green light to a brand new driver.. 23/10/2025

€1,000 payout for new mums in OrihuelaTown hall opens application period for new benefit to encourage childbirth Councillor for families María Carmen Portugal For the first time in Orihuela, financial aid is being made available as a way to encourage residents to have children.. 22/10/2025

Watch: Firefighters tackle dawn blaze in Orihuela CostaCommercial unit suffers damage from fire caused by possible electrical fault INCENDIO EN LOCAL COMERCIAL Esta mañana #bomberostorrevieja acudía en Orihuela Costa a apagar el fuego que comenzaba en el cuadro eléctrico de un local.. 22/10/2025

Relive your youth at unforgettable concerts with Rewind SpainThe best original stars and tribute shows in the business are wowing audiences on the Costa Blanca Bryan Adams UK There’s no business like showbusiness, and understanding the importance of putting on a proper show is what makes the concerts.. 22/10/2025

Body discovered in search for missing British expat in TorreviejaWeeks of appeals end in tragedy as investigators recover remains near Lago Jardin The search for Marc Tulloch Hewson, a 63-year-old British resident missing from Torrevieja since Friday September 20, has ended in heartbreak with the discovery of a body.. 16/10/2025

Torrevieja Hospital has replaced more than 40% of its beds for inpatients 2024 management report highlights pressures from high proportion of elderly and foreign residents   Torrevieja Hospital has recently replaced 100 inpatient beds with an investment of €309,819 (including IVA/VAT). The hospital.. 15/10/2025