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... 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

The beaches of La Gola and Playa Paraíso have reopened this FridaySwimming is once again allowed on these Mar Menor beaches after the most recent water quality test gave more positive results The waters of the Playa de la Gola beach in La Manga del Mar Menor and the Playa Paraíso beach are open for swimming.. 01/08/2025

Highway robbery: Southern Spain toll charges spike just in time for summerThe AP-7 from Alicante to Cartagena costs 76% more between June and September than the rest of the year As if soaring grocery bills, sky-high fuel costs and rising electricity prices weren’t enough, now drivers in Spain are being slapped with.. 31/07/2025

Bomb squad evacuates Cartagena beachA potentially lethal naval flare discovered by a hiker triggered the closure of Cala Dorada A peaceful hike through one of Cartagena's most beautiful natural areas turned into a military emergency operation when a Navy member stumbled upon what.. 31/07/2025

Free parking in Cartagena blue zones from August 1Throughout the month, parking tickets are only required on weekdays between 9am and 2pm August has arrived and that means that many coveted parking spots in Cartagena will be completely free during certain hours.   The annual summer arrangement.. 31/07/2025

Security upgrade brings 22 CCTV cameras to Los Alcázares streetsThe new cameras have been installed in busy spots like the Plaza del Espejo and the historic Torre del Rame Los Alcázares is seriously stepping up municipal security by expanding its video surveillance network to include 22 strategically positioned.. 30/07/2025

What is IBI property tax in Spain, how much is this council tax and do I have to pay it?Understanding this charge could save you money and is important to consider when buying a house IBI is one of the most important taxes in Spain and needs to be understood before investing in a property. In Alicante province it is often known..

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

€250,000 water pipe upgrades for Islas Menores, Mar de Cristal and Los NietosMore than one kilometre of ageing sewer pipe infrastructure has been renewed in these three Cartagena districts The regional government has completed the rehabilitation of over one kilometre of sewerage pipes in the Cartagena coastal towns of Islas.. 28/07/2025

New life for Cartagena's Galeras Mountain in major green projectCartagena Council plans to reforest Galeras with native trees and restore historic sites using European funding   Cartagena’s Galeras Mountain is set for a green transformation, as the local council prepares a major reforestation and restoration.. 24/07/2025

Mar Menor at risk of algae bloom as oxygen levels plummetScientists warn that "there is a high risk" of marine life dying in the Mar Menor if conditions don’t improve The Mar Menor is once again in environmental trouble and summer is only halfway through. Scientists monitoring the saltwater.. 24/07/2025

Torre Pacheco transforms old medical centre into multi-cultural community centreThe new cultural centre is designed to encourage connection in a town rich with different backgrounds Following an unfortunate and unprecedented period of violence, tension and xenophobic unrest, Torre Pacheco is taking meaningful steps to strengthen.. 23/07/2025

La Manga Club and Cartagena IBI frozen for another 12 monthsResidential property tax held steady as Cartagena council renews its incentives for investment and job creation Cartagena’s City Council has approved its Fiscal Ordinances for 2025-2026, confirming the freeze on the residential property tax (.. 22/07/2025

Maintenance day for La Torre Golf Resort rescheduledWork on the Rambla has been brought forward by one week due to scheduling changes The planned maintenance of the Rambla promenade at La Torre Golf Resort will now take place on Wednesday August 13, instead of the originally scheduled date of August.. 21/07/2025

San Javier homeowners need to pay their IBI nowProperty owners in San Javier can pay their IBI property tax at the Town Hall from April 21 to October 20, 2025   Property owners in the town of San Javier are reminded that the 2025 IBI Council Tax (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) can be paid.. 15/07/2025

Summer adventures with Taquilla TicketsFive unforgettable trips through the Region of Murcia and beyond If you’re looking to make the most of your summer in the sun, Taquilla Tickets has you covered. This local, family-run business has been organising fun, accessible trips for the.. 15/07/2025