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Surgery wait times shrink at Vega Baja's two public hospitalsTorrevieja Hospital leads with a 56-day average wait time for surgery Patients needing surgery in the Vega Baja have reason to feel relieved. Both public hospitals in the area are performing better than the regional average when it comes to getting.. 29/07/2025

Read the August edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the August 2025 issue of Home & Living! Another great read which we hope will inspire you and give you lots of ideas for your home.   Featured in this month’s issue:   We chat to a couple who bought.. 29/07/2025

Lemons selling for eight times more in shops than growers earnCitrus farmers in Vega Baja are being paid 40 cents for lemons that later fetch nearly €3 in supermarkets If you’ve bought lemons lately, you’ve probably noticed the price has crept up. According to a new report by FACUA (a non-profit.. 25/07/2025

Orihuela Costa medical centre crisis drags on despite new regional planOrihuela council is leaning towards a new build as the ageing Aguamarina centre struggles to cope Residents of Orihuela Costa have been waiting for more than five years for decisive action to address their public healthcare shortage. The only existing.. 24/07/2025

Orihuela Costa to fix long-forgotten tourist signpostsThe crumbling, vandalised signs will be replaced as part of a long-overdue upgrade in Orihuela Costa Visitors to Orihuela Costa who’ve found themselves squinting at rotted or graffiti-covered signs may soon have an easier time getting around.. 22/07/2025

WATCH: Wildfire at Torrevieja lagoon spreads frighteningly close to homesThe blaze broke out at the abandoned municipal spa with smoke visible across the Costa Blanca Spain’s dreaded forest fire season is continuing without let-up, with major blazes breaking out across the country since the start of the summer. In.. 21/07/2025

Why more beaches are off limits in Alicante this summerMore closures than usual in July as bacteria lingers longer in the warmer sea More beaches than usual have been forced to close temporarily in the Valencian Community this summer due to a combination of environmental factors and improved water quality.. 18/07/2025

VIDEO: Italian mob boss and most wanted fugitive arrested in Orihuela CostaThe leader of the infamous Camorra crime syndicate faces 24 years in prison for drug trafficking 🚩Detenido uno de los #fugitivos más buscados de #Italia 🔹El arrestado está considerado como el líder del clan Sorianello.. 18/07/2025

Another summer without the pedestrian path on Cabo Roig cliff walkResidents have rejected the settlement offered to demolish the wall blocking the path between Aguamarina and La Caleta in Orihuela Costa It looks like walkers taking in the views from Cabo Roig’s panoramic cliff walk will spend another summer.. 15/07/2025

Orihuela Costa tourist train is back for summer 2025Hop on board to explore the beaches, shops and coastal sights between Campoamor and Playa Flamenca The popular Orihuela Costa tourist train is back on the road this summer, offering locals and visitors a relaxing way to explore the coast. Running.. 09/07/2025

Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja extends opening hours and joins TikTokThe popular Thai restaurant in Torrevieja has added Tuesday evenings to its opening times and is sharing more behind-the-scenes videos on social media Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja has announced a summer schedule update, now welcoming diners.. 27/06/2025

Alicante festivos 2025: These are all the local bank holidays for the yearAlicante will enjoy a long weekend during the Bonfires of San Juan Alicante City Council has officially announced the public holidays for the 2025 working calendar, which will include 14 paid and non-recoverable holidays.   The two local.. 01/01/2025

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in EuropeThousands of people flock to the Orihuela Costa’s Cala Bosque each year for a Christmas Day with a real difference Are you tired of the same old Christmas celebrations? Looking for a unique and exciting way to spend the holiday season? Look.. 19/12/2024

Singles' Day in Spain: The shopping holiday that beats Black FridayOn November 11, shoppers in Spain can bag a serious bargain While Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just around the corner, there’s another shopping holiday that has been gaining traction in Spain in recent years which offers mega bargains for the..

5 of the best water parks on the Costa BlancaBeat the heat on the Costa Blanca with unmissable excitement for all the family A sun-kissed stretch of Mediterranean coastline, the Costa Blanca is a haven for families and thrill-seekers alike. And what better way to beat the summer heat than a.. 19/09/2024

Top tips for sleeping during a Spanish heatwaveNight-time temperatures over 20°C in Spain can make it almost impossible to sleep   Summer in Spain can be absolutely sweltering, especially in the south of the country, and while the days can be bad enough it’s the dreaded.. 25/07/2024

The cheesy reason mosquitoes find you irresistibleCertain body odours have been shown to attract these pesky insects Mosquitoes are a guaranteed nuisance during the summer months in Spain, disrupting our sleep with their incessant buzzing and causing unsightly and itchy bites. What’s more, each..

What to do if you see someone drowning in the seaKnowing basic CPR could help save lives in Spain this summer As summer arrives in Spain and long, relaxing beach days beckon, it’s important to remember that fun in the sun can sometimes take an unexpected turn. Knowing what to do if someone.. 16/07/2024

5 ways to stay safe while running or working out in extreme heatFollow these top tips for a healthy and enjoyable summer workout routine As the scorching Spanish summer sets in, many of us are keen to continue pursuing our fitness goals, whether that’s running, cycling or simply taking the dog for a.. 16/07/2024

Bathing topless, smoking, drinking... Know your Spanish swimming pool etiquetteIt’s easy to make a splash for all the wrong reasons at public swimming pools in Spain As the Spanish sun shines bright, it's time to dive into one of summer's greatest attractions – a dip in the communal swimming pool. Whether.. 09/07/2024