LOS ALCÁZARES, LOCAL NEWS

Los Alcázares to complete final phase of seafront lighting upgradeThe final 16 traditional streetlights near Paseo de la Concha will be replaced with energy-efficient LEDs to finish the town's modernization plan Los Alcázares is getting ready to finish up the modernization of its seafront promenade.. 13/03/2026

Rain on Saturday, but much drier overall: Murcia weekend weather forecast March 12-15There should be plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy a bit of sunshine in the next few days Murcia weather forecast, Saturday March 14   The forecast by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the weather in the Region of Murcia.. 12/03/2026

What would happen if a plane crashed at Corvera Airport? Emergency services carry out drill to prepare for the worst case scenarioA dramatic mock plane crash this Thursday was designed to test how emergency services in the Region of Murcia would respond if the worst really happened What looked at first glance like a serious air disaster at the Region of Murcia International.. 12/03/2026

Phase 4 of Cartagena's new look waterfront moves aheadWork on the Paseo de la Marina prepares to start as fourteen companies have submitted bids for the €7.2 million contract Cartagena is taking the next step in its project to redevelop the waterfront. Phase 4 focuses on the Paseo de la Marina.. 12/03/2026

Aldi to expand in Murcia with new stores and 75 jobs plannedGerman discount chain deepens its presence in the region as demand for affordable groceries continues to grow The supermarket chain Aldi is stepping up its presence in the Region of Murcia, with plans to open two new stores and recruit around 75 additional.. 12/03/2026

Region of Murcia preparing measures to ease rising costs linked to Iran conflictRegional President Fernando López Miras says they are looking at tax relief and support for families and businesses in Murcia The government of the Region of Murcia is preparing its own package of measures to help ease the rise in costs.. 12/03/2026

Los Alcázares promotes the Berber Raids fiestas in AlbaceteThe fiestas take place this year during Easter Week from 2nd to 5th April The latest promotional initiative to raise awareness of the annual Berber Pirate Raids fiestas in Los Alcázares, which provide a welcome contrast to the solemn Semana Santa.. 12/03/2026

Murcia photo of the month March 2026Here’s the March image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   This month’s title of ‘At Home’ certainly challenged our members’ skills and imaginations. For new readers to our.. 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

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

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

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

Take the Circular Challenge at Espacio MediterráneoFun giveaways, an Earth Hour activity and a fresh digital challenge to make March more meaningful This March, Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena invites you to do something a little different while you shop - to think green, have fun and maybe even.. 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

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

A century of change: The journey of Spanish women at workAs International Women’s Day approaches, the evolution of women’s working lives in Spain reveals how resilience, reform and education reshaped the country’s workforce. As Spain prepares to mark International Women’s Day on March.. 06/03/2026

Pueblo Spa Fuente Alamo: Relaxation, health and beauty in one placeThe spa at Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort combines beauty treatments with specialist bodywork therapies designed to help you look and feel your best Located at Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort in Fuente Álamo, Pueblo Spa is a welcoming.. 06/03/2026

Murcia joins the call for greater control over its coastal landLocal authorities are pushing for more say over coastal permits, property boundaries, and development decisions The debate over how Spain's coastline should be managed has reignited as the Ministry for Ecological Transition works on updating.. 06/03/2026

Los Alcázares blocks polluting industries to safeguard Mar MenorOne-year licence freeze aims to stop waste incinerators amid local outcry Los Alcázares Ayuntamiento has taken a bold stand to protect the Mar Menor, approving a one-year suspension of licences for potentially polluting activities like waste incinerators.. 06/03/2026

Murcia tops Spain for profitable businesses, but US trade fears growEight in ten firms make money as region eyes Trump tariff risks Great news for Murcia's entrepreneurs: the Region leads Spain with 79% of companies turning a profit in 2023 - that's eight out of every ten succeeding. Unicaja's latest '.. 06/03/2026