Murcia to invest €110m annually to tackle poverty in the Region
The three-year plan focuses on education, jobs, housing and health, with 232 measures to support vulnerable families Times are tough for many people in Murcia, with rising living costs and economic pressures hitting households..

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The Cartagena bar that invented the Café Asiático faces an uncertain future
Bar Pedrín in El Albujón is looking for a new owner as the current manager prepares to retire after more than 80 years If you have lived in or around the Cartagena area, you’ll have heard of the café asiático. A..

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Tractors took over Murcia motorways today on a day full of farmers' protests
Thousands of tractors took part in coordinated protests across the Region to highlight mounting pressures on farming and livestock sectors The agricultural sector in the Region of Murcia effectively shut down this Thursday..

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Murcia gets ready for pine processionary caterpillar season
Preventive measures kick off in popular forests and recreational areas across Murcia It's that time of year again when the pine processionary caterpillars start appearing in Murcia's forests. They spend most of winter..

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Mandatory face masks are no longer required in the Region of Murcia from Thursday
The decision follows a continued fall in respiratory infections across the Region in recent weeks Facemasks will no longer be required in hospitals and health centres across the Region of Murcia from Thursday January 29..

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Mazarrón mayor signs new agreement with local animal charity
This new agreement will help APROAMA care for abandoned animals and raise awareness in the community Mazarrón’s mayor, Ginés Campillo, has signed a new agreement with the Mazarrón Animal Protection Association (APROAMA..

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Thousands of tyres removed from Campos del Río after decades of illegal dumping
The regional government has cleared 456 tonnes of tyres and other waste from the La Llana area The La Llana natural area in Campos del Río, close to the Sierra de Espuña, has finally been cleaned up after nearly 20 years..

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More sonic booms coming to Lorca skies
Air Force training flights may rattle windows from Monday until Thursday February 5 A heads-up for Lorca residents and those nearby: expect some familiar loud bangs over the next week as Air Force and Space planes carry out..

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Trade deal paused, but Murcia farmers still on edge
MEPs vote to send EU-South America pact to court, leaving growers in limbo ahead of protests Farmers and ranchers in the Region of Murcia are watching anxiously after MEPs in the European Parliament voted on Wednesday January..

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Construction to begin on the new five-star hotel and football pitches in Condado de Alhama this February
The project, led by Alhama Nature in partnership with Wyndham Hotels, is expected to start this February and the hotel is due to open in summer 2027 Construction is set to start in February 2026 on the new five-star..

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Murcia headed for record tourism numbers in 2026, regional President
Exceltur projects an 8.8% increase in tourism sales for Murcia, as the regional president reveals record visitor figures Murcia is heading into 2026 with its strongest tourism numbers ever, and regional president Fernando..

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From Cieza blossoms to Andalucía and Benidorm: Taquilla Tickets reveals March and April trips
The Mazarron-based tour operator has announced a packed spring programme of day trips, festivals and mini-breaks across southern Spain After a busy start to the year, Taquilla Tickets has unveiled a jam-packed March and..

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Russian hackers among possible suspects in Beniel Town Hall cyberattack
The Beniel Town Hall in Murcia systems were shut down as a precaution following a suspected cybersecurity breach It's not every day that a small town in the Region of Murcia finds itself linked to possible Russian hackers..

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Fake pet scam in Murcia dismantled by the Guardia Civil
Over 120 victims across Spain, including Murcia, fell prey to a gang selling pets that didn't exist The Guardia Civil has taken down a criminal gang that scammed more than 120 people through fake online pet ads. The operation..

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Region of Murcia loses almost half of bank branches in ten years as access gap widens
More than 390 bank offices have disappeared across the Region since 2015, leaving some towns with no branches at all and growing concern for older residents Something as everyday as withdrawing cash or paying a bill is becoming..

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Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areas
Guardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed a violent robbery gang behind over 50 break-..

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Lorca to receive €1 million to repair roads and infrastructure after March storms
State funding will support repairs as the town continues recovering from heavy rain damage Lorca will soon receive close to €1 million from central government to help repair roads and other municipal infrastructure damaged..

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High-end shoplifting gang arrested in San Javier raid with £3,000 and €7,000 in cash
Seven Chilean nationals were arrested after the Guardia Civil seized cash, phones, clothing and jewellery Seven people were arrested in San Javier on Thursday January 15 after the Guardia Civil broke up a criminal..

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International visitors drive tourism in Murcia
Data from Exceltur shows that Murcia's tourism sector is set to grow by 8.8% in 2026 Tourism in the Region of Murcia is set to build on a successful 2025. Local businesses are expecting an 8.8% increase in tourism sales..

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Camposol collision leads to legal action for drunk driving
A driver is facing court after a crash in Camposol Sector D, that caused serious damage to a house Mazarrón police have taken legal action against a driver suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and drugs...

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Nearly 40 beaches, museums and walking routes across Murcia to become more accessible
More than €1 million will be invested to improve access to some of the most important cultural, historic and natural sites across the region Winter in the Region of Murcia is a great time to get out and about. The weather..

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Murcia cuts red tape to speed up housing construction
The new law will combine all housing approval steps into a single process, cutting years off construction times The Regional Government of Murcia is taking steps to make building new homes faster and simpler. President..

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New restaurant-bar, padel and wellness centre to open in Puerto de Mazarrón
The new centre is being built on the site of a former nightclub that has been empty for years A new padel and wellness centre with a gym and a swimming pool is being built at the entrance to Puerto de Mazarrón, on a site..

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Lorca's roads battered by rains are getting a swift fix
Ayuntamiento commits €80,000 to pothole repairs, debris clearance and resurfacing in rural districts Recent heavy rains have damaged roads across Lorca, but the Ayuntamiento is addressing the issues promptly. Councillor..

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President Sánchez's new funding rules will give an extra €1 billion to Murcia in 2027
The revised system for budgeting and financing autonomous communities in Spain is designed to be fairer and will benefit the Region of Murcia more than any other The Spanish Government has proposed a new system for funding..

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