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Dust cloud triggers air quality alert across most of the Region of MurciaDust from North Africa has pushed pollution levels into the "unfavourable" category in Lorca, Caravaca, Jumilla and more As if the intense heat wasn't enough, residents across much of the Region of Murcia are now having to contend with.. 21/07/2026

Helping seniors stay comfortable, active and connected this summer in SpainThe team at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel shares some simple ways families can help older relatives stay happy, comfortable and engaged during the summer months Summer often brings a welcome change of pace. School holidays, family visits, days.. 21/07/2026

Extreme wildfire risk sees Murcia close forests and tighten restrictionsEmergency restrictions will remain in place until the weekend, with access to some forest areas closed and limits imposed on machinery, vehicles and any activities that could spark a fire With another couple of days of extreme heat on the way.. 21/07/2026

Three Murcia restaurants named among Spain's best places to eat for under €100Eateries in Murcia, La Manga del Mar Menor and Lo Pagán all feature among the 100 best in the country Three restaurants in the Region of Murcia have earned a place in a new guide highlighting the 100 best places to eat in Spain for less than.. 17/07/2026

Spain is through to the World Cup final - could it be a Spain-England final?Celebrations erupted across Spain as La Roja beat France 2-0 to book their place in Sunday's World Cup final, now attention turns to England's semi-final against Argentina Spain is through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after beating.. 15/07/2026

International demand drives record passenger numbers at Corvera airport once againThe Region of Murcia's airport has now handled over 445,000 passengers so far this year The tide appears to be turning for the Region of Murcia International Airport as Corvera has officially closed out the first half of 2026 having handled 447.. 15/07/2026

Spanish wages fail to keep pace with inflation and rising cost of livingThe OECD says inflation has wiped out much of the benefit of recent pay rises, leaving many workers with less spending power than before the pandemic Spain has become one of Europe's fastest-growing economies, yet many workers are still finding..

Three towns in the Region of Murcia among the cheapest places to rent anywhere in SpainA new study by property portal Idealista found that average rents in the Region of Murcia's most affordable municipalities start at just €7.20 per square metre a month Property prices in the Region of Murcia have been making headlines.. 10/07/2026

Murcia approves new housing law to target hidden costs that inflate rising house pricesThe new affordable housing law comes into force on Wednesday to prevent developers from inflating property prices through extras such as garages and storage rooms The Regional Government's new affordable housing law has been published in the.. 08/07/2026

Murcia lags way behind the rest of Europe in natural green spacesOnly one in ten people in Murcia can see a tree from their home, according to a new study Murcia has come out near the bottom of a major European study looking at trees and green space in cities, with only around 10% of residents able to see three.. 08/07/2026

Ryanair set to carry 625,000 passengers through Corvera Airport this yearThe budget airline is expecting to grow by 12% in Murcia this year, pushed by UK and Irish passengers Ryanair is gearing up for a bumper year at the Region of Murcia International Airport, with the low-cost airline expecting to carry more than 625.. 08/07/2026

Calls grow for more fire protection in El Valle and Carrascoy parkResidents are being urged to back a petition after a wildfire burned 177 hectares and forced evacuations A new petition is calling for stronger fire prevention measures in El Valle and Carrascoy Regional Park after a wildfire on one of the first warm.. 07/07/2026

Murcia launches Spain's first-ever water emergency response centreThe new facility will help protect water supplies during floods, droughts, power cuts and other emergencies Murcia is now home to Spain's first dedicated water emergency response centre, a new facility that will help keep water supplies running.. 07/07/2026

Spain now has more than 3,600 speed cameras and the number is still growingNearly 1,000 new devices have been added in five years, with average speed cameras seeing the biggest rise of all If you drive regularly in Spain, the chances are there are significantly more cameras watching you than there were even a year ago. New figures.. 26/06/2026

Las Noches del Malecón is back for 2026, and the line-up is one to shout aboutA summer concert series in Murcia returns with a packed programme of live music, spanning rock legends, reggaeton royalty and much more If you enjoy live music in a more personal, relaxed setting rather than a huge festival crowd, Las Noches del Malec.. 25/06/2026

Lifetime cover and age of enrolment: What you should look for in a health insurance policy Age often influences the conditions of medical insurance policies. For this reason, when choosing private health insurance, it is essential to review the maximum age for enrolment and whether they offer lifetime cover. This is what will provide long-term.. 19/06/2026

Murcia is about to get a bumper set of coach routes connecting it to the rest of SpainTravelling to and from Murcia by bus will get a whole lot easier... in a couple of years Spain’s central government has just announced it will launch a series of new official cross-country bus routes, a move which will give a major boost to.. 16/06/2026

Murcia school calendar 2026-2027: Key term dates and holidays confirmedThe regional government has finalised the official academic calendar, including everything from nursery start dates to local bank holidays and saints' days The regional government has officially announced the school calendar for the upcoming.. 12/06/2026

Know a young person in Spain? There are big train and bus discounts coming this summerSpain's popular Summer Youth Programme is back for 2026, offering discounts of up to 90% on trains and buses for 18 to 30-year-olds from July 1 If you have children, grandchildren or young friends living in Spain, this is worth passing on. The Spanish.. 10/06/2026

Terra Natura Murcia open the door to a summer of fun and learningGuardians of the Water returns in 2026 with games, workshops, animals and water activities for children aged 3 to 12 If you are looking for a summer activity that keeps the kids happy, active and learning at the same time, Terra Natura Murcia .. 27/05/2026