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Temperatures top 30 degrees as Murcia approaches summer heat: May 18-21 weather forecastMaximum temperatures during the day are forecast to rise above 30ºC/86ºF almost every day from now on Murcia weather forecast, Thursday May 21 It seems like this is it – the proper uphill (or downhill, depending on.. 18/05/2026

Hundreds checked as San Javier seizes 55 electric scooters in new crackdownPolicía Local say dozens of scooters have already been removed for failing to meet new legal requirements Electric scooter users in San Javier are being urged to make sure their paperwork is in order after Policía Local removed 55 vehicles.. 15/05/2026

Fourth measles case confirmed as Alcantarilla outbreak investigation continuesThe latest case involves an adult woman linked to earlier patients, while authorities say the source of infection is still unknown Health authorities in Murcia have confirmed a fourth case of measles linked to the outbreak detected in Alcantarilla.. 15/05/2026

San Javier puts the brakes on new building in La Manga with a one-year moratoriumThe pause on new permits is the first step towards permanently banning residential development on undeveloped land along the 15km strip San Javier Town Council has approved a one-year moratorium on new land subdivision and building permits in La Manga.. 15/05/2026

Los Canales pools set to reopen this summer in CartagenaThe Ayuntamiento is preparing a new access fee as it gets ready to run the sports and leisure complex from mid-June A familiar summer favourite is set to return in Cartagena, with the swimming pools and sports facilities at Rafael de la Cerda Park, better.. 14/05/2026

More rain and falling temps this weekend: Murcia weather forecast May 14-17Next week’s weather forecast looks substantially drier, but for this weekend some rainstorms are expected Murcia weather forecast, Friday May 15 Over the course of this weekend in the Region of Murcia, the weather forecast according.. 14/05/2026

San Javier launches its first ever local bus service with beach routesMore than 40 bus stops are planned for San Javier’s beaches, residential areas and the town centre San Javier is preparing to launch its first-ever urban bus service in a move local officials say will completely transform public transport across.. 14/05/2026

Major fire breaks out at La Manga beachside restaurantEmergency services received more than 20 calls after flames tore through the restaurant beside Isla del Ciervo in La Manga A fire broke out at around 8.28am at a restaurant near the Cavanna Beach area, causing a huge plume of smoke to rise up into.. 13/05/2026

End in sight for La Manga's abandoned Puerto Mayor marina as €23.5m demolition moves aheadThe long-stalled development, abandoned since 2005 after decades of planning disputes, will now be dismantled over 18 months The Ministry for the Ecological Transition (MITECO) has this Monday May 11 completed the award of the project to remove.. 12/05/2026

Murcia investigates local measles outbreak as several cases are confirmed in AlcantarillaHealth authorities have launched contact tracing measures after three cases were confirmed, including an unvaccinated 11-month-old baby The Regional Ministry of Health is investigating a measles outbreak in Alcantarilla after three cases were detected.. 12/05/2026

Diesel sales continue to decline in Murcia as drivers switch to electric and hybrid modelsNew data shows registrations of diesel vehicles fall by almost 40% as stricter environmental rules and rising fuel costs drive buyers towards electric alternatives Diesel is no longer as attractive as it once was. What used to be the go-to option.. 12/05/2026

Nearly 18,000 cruise passengers arriving in Cartagena with seven cruise ships due in six daysCartagena prepares for one of its busiest cruise weeks of the year with AIDACosma, Disney Dream and Queen Anne among arrivals The port of Cartagena is getting ready for a hectic week as seven cruise ships are docking in just six days, bringing.. 11/05/2026

Mayor of Murcia José Ballesta dies in office aged 67The long-serving mayor and former university rector remained in office until his death after a battle with cancer José Ballesta Germán, the mayor of Murcia city, has died at the age of 67 after a long battle with cancer, the City.. 11/05/2026

Common mistakes when choosing health insurance and how to avoid them Choosing health insurance is one of the most important decisions for ensuring wellbeing and peace of mind. However, many people make mistakes when taking out a policy that can result in less security when facing unforeseen circumstances. .. 08/05/2026

Major oil spill emergency drill held off Cartagena coastMore than 250 emergency responders took part in a major coastal drill at Cala Reona to test how authorities would handle a large fuel spill at sea Murcia's coastline was the setting for a large-scale emergency exercise to prepare for one of.. 08/05/2026

Controversy grows over solar farm in protected Mar Menor zone near La Manga ClubWork has resumed on two 10-hectare solar farms near the Mar Menor following a court ruling that found the projects met regional environmental requirements The Mar Menor is once again at the centre of controversy after a group called the Platform.. 06/05/2026

Murcia leads Spain as resale property prices rise by 23%New data shows Murcia leading the national housing market, outpacing all other regions in year-on-year price growth According to new data released by Spanish property portal idealista, the price of resale properties in Spain rose by 16.9% year-.. 06/05/2026

€8.5 million housing development approved near Cartagena Port187 homes are planned in the Santa Lucía area of Cartagena and are part of a major investment, which includes the waterfront and public services The Cartagena Council has approved plans for a major new residential development in Santa Luc.. 06/05/2026

Why scientists are trying to bring back the Mediterranean Prawn to the Mar MenorThe University of Murcia is leading a €450,000 research project to achieve the first captive breeding of the Mediterranean prawn The Mediterranean prawn has traditionally had real economic and cultural importance in the Mar Menor area. They.. 06/05/2026

New LED lighting brings a fresh look to the Los Alcázares seafront while cutting energy costsThe 240 new lights will cut the town's energy use by over 46% and save Los Alcázares around €3,200 a year The seafront in Los Alcázares has a noticeably fresher look these days, with 240 new LED street lights now installed along.. 06/05/2026
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