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A fresh coat of sand for Cartagena's coastline before EasterFive beaches, including La Manga and Los Nietos, will be widened in time for the first holiday visitors The Cartagena Town Hall is currently working to add extra sand to five local beaches before the Easter break. Los Nietos, La Manga, Islas Menores.. 11/03/2026

Mazarrón II ship director starts work to recover 4th-century Roman ship in MallorcaThe specialist team will carefully lift the Ses Fontanelles wreck, discovered in 2019 near the Mallorcan coast On March 10, the operation to recover the Ses Fontanelles shipwreck, one of the most important underwater archaeological finds in the.. 11/03/2026

Why is Spain still changing its clocks twice a year?Spain has wanted to ditch the clock change for years, but EU member states still can't agree on what to replace it with Twice a year, Spain puts its clocks forward or back and twice a year, plenty of people wonder why on earth it's still happening.. 11/03/2026

SOS Mar Menor burger wins 'Audacious' award at National Burger ChampionshipThe unusual burger created by Fran Guerrero picked up a national award for originality at the Spanish National Burger Championship A burger inspired by the Mar Menor has picked up a national award for creativity at the Spanish National Burger Championship.. 11/03/2026

7-million-euro project for major kart and motor racing circuit in LorcaA fully equipped venue is planned for Lorca with the option of holding large concerts and other events A new project has been unveiled in Lorca to invest 7 million euros in the creation of an international kart racing circuit, complete with ancillary.. 11/03/2026

Lorca hotels packed for Easter rushNew rural hacienda joins 1,485 beds as bookings soar 70% ahead of Holy Week Lorca's hotels and tourist stays are filling up fast for Easter, with peak days from Maundy Thursday to Easter Saturday already at full capacity. Other days sit at 70% booked.. 10/03/2026

Hundreds of families at Villas Caravaning left in limbo as legal battle loomsResidents demand court oversight as safety concerns and unpaid bills leave the campsite in crisis The long-running problems at Villas Caravaning in La Manga have now reached the courts. The Residents' Association has announced it will request.. 10/03/2026

Work begins at San Esteban Archaeological Site in Murcia after 17 Years, uncovering centuries of history beneath the cityArchaeologists have begun surveys and excavations at the long-awaited site in preparation for a floating garden and a public plaza After nearly two decades of planning and delays, work has finally started at the San Esteban archaeological site.. 10/03/2026

Huge turnout for Águilas' first Women's Race on International Women's DayÁguilas' first Women's Race brought families and friends together to celebrate women and equality in the town Around 400 people took part in Águilas' first Women's Race, coming together to celebrate International.. 10/03/2026

72 solar lights planned for bike lane linking Santiago de la Ribera and San Javier AirportSan Javier Town Hall says the new lighting will make the cycle route safer for cyclists travelling between Santiago de la Ribera and Los Alcázares The San Javier Town Hall has announced plans to install around 72 solar-powered street lights.. 10/03/2026

Iran conflict pushes Spain electricity prices up 700% in a weekAround 8 million households in Spain are bearing the brunt and experts warn bills could climb even further It's been a rough week for Spanish energy costs and an even tougher one for bill payers. The wholesale price of electricity has shot up.. 10/03/2026

Why Mazarrón's private island won't be taken over by the town hallEnvironmental rules and unclear benefits mean Mazarrón's Isla de Adentro stays in private hands A small island off Mazarrón will remain privately owned after an offer to hand it over to the town hall hit a dead end. The island.. 09/03/2026

What we can expect from the weather in Murcia this week: Forecast for March 9-12Here’s what expert meteorologists predict for the week ahead in Murcia Murcia weather forecast, Tuesday March 10   After a weekend in which there was snow in the northern Murcia countryside, as well as hail, landslides and flooding.. 09/03/2026

Murcia's secondary school teachers must have a higher level of English from next yearFrom the 2026-2027 school year, secondary school teachers who want to teach in bilingual classes in Murcia will need to reach a C1 English certificate Starting next school year, secondary school teachers in Murcia will have to reach the C1 level.. 09/03/2026

217,000 euros for embroidery training to bolster the tradition of Wine Horse decoration in CaravacaThe magnificent embroidered shawls which decorate the horses contribute to the Caballos del Vino being an UNESCO event of Intangible Cultural Heritage There are now under 2 months before the annual Fiestas de la Cruz in Caravaca, where the undoubted stars.. 09/03/2026

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

Tickets are being snapped up for the Fan Futura festival in Los Alcázares this July!The Gen Z music festival takes place at the Parque del Gonio in Los Alcázares in late July There’s still plenty of time to go before this year’s Fan Futura music festival in Los Alcázares, which is being held on 24th and 25th.. 09/03/2026

Videos reveal amazing scenes as snow blankets the northwest Murcia countrysideA light snowfall overnight has left picturesque winter scenes in the districts of Moratalla and Caravaca de la Cruz   Residents in the high districts of Moratalla and Caravaca de la Cruz woke on Saturday morning, March 7, to the sight of a light.. 07/03/2026

March Madness at La Palmera Bar & Grill: great food, live entertainment and legendary Sunday roastsThe popular Los Urrutias venue is the perfect spot for Mother’s Day, Easter gatherings and relaxed meals with friends and family March is shaping up to be a busy and exciting month at La Palmera Bar & Grill in Estrella de Mar, Los Urrutias.. 07/03/2026

Middle East airspace crisis leaves Spain travellers in limbo: Your refund rights explainedOCU reminds travellers to and from Spain that airlines must still rebook or refund tickets The conflict in the Middle East is now having a direct impact on travellers to and from Spain, with flight cancellations leaving families separated and holiday.. 06/03/2026