Three new miniature sculptures for the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca
19th-century works by Augustin Moreau-Vauthier have been restored in Lorca The already impressive decoration at the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca has been made still more attractive this week with the addition of three new sculptures..

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Largest loggerhead turtle ever found in Murcia released back into the sea at Calnegre
The giant 70-kilo female was released in Lorca after months of recovery and rehabilitation The largest loggerhead turtle ever recorded in the Region of Murcia has been returned to the sea after several months of care and..

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Lorca tourist office returns to the Palacio de Guevara
The old premises in the building were closed following damage in the 2011 Lorca earthquakes After an absence of 14 years a branch of the Lorca tourist office is reopening on the ground floor of the Palacio de Guevara, otherwise..

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Restoration work begins at the church of Santa María in Lorca
The church is one of the oldest still standing in Lorca and dates back to the late 15th century Work has begun in the city of Lorca to restore the main façade of the former church of Santa María, now the home of the CiuFRONT..

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Murcia moves to protect health staff as attacks hit record high
New cameras, panic buttons and stricter rules aim to curb violence in hospitals and clinics across the region During 2024, a total of 778 healthcare workers suffered some type of assault in the Region of Murcia. This is a..

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Ozone pollution in Murcia hits highest level in eight years
Environmental group warns that all residents in the region have breathed air classed as harmful to health during 2025 Ozone pollution across the Region of Murcia has reached its highest level since 2017, according to a new..

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Several roads on Murcia motorway renamed as Ministry begins major update
Work started last night to rename roads surrounding the city, with changes expected over the next two months The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has begun work to rename several major roads around Murcia as..

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Never too late to learn: Caser Residencial brings digital skills to older adults
Innovative Applícate project helps residents in Lorca and Murcia gain confidence with technology   Technology isn’t only for the young. It can be a powerful way to connect, learn and feel empowered at any stage of life..

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New shops opening at Parque Almenara in the coming weeks
The Lorca shopping centre is on course for some new arrivals very soon Parque Almenara in Lorca is experiencing a new wave of commercial growth, with five more businesses preparing to open in the coming weeks. The shopping..

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The amazing murals you can visit in Río, Almendricos and Campillo, the villages surrounding Lorca
A new visitable wall mural in Lorca’s Río area is just one of a series of actions to revitalise areas outside of the city centre The outlying rural villages that lie around Lorca already had plenty to offer visitors..

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The massive Thursday market in Lorca prepares for a Three Kings bonanza edition on January 4
Almost 200 stalls are set up every week at the Huerto de la Rueda venue in Lorca Tourist attractions come in many shapes and sizes, and while Lorca is blessed with a castle and a hugely impressive array of baroque architecture..

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Lorca tourist office to re-open in the Palacio de Guevara
The refurbished palace welcomes back Lorca tourist office After the long refurbishment and restoration of the monumental Palacio de Guevara in Lorca the tourist office will be moving back to the building, offering services..

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4 historic monuments and heritage sites in Murcia at risk of disappearing
The state of ruin of the structures has prompted their inclusion on the Red Heritage List Four architectural buildings in the Region of Murcia are very different from each other in terms of time period and design, but..

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Lorca unveils spectacular new rural walking route in Zarzadilla de Totana
Magnificent views over the countryside in the north of the municipality of Lorca The Town Hall of Lorca has unveiled a new and spectacular fully signposted walking route in the north of the vast municipality (the second largest..

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Illegally modified electric scooters cause more road accidents
Young riders in the Region of Murcia are modifying their scooters to go faster, and they are becoming more fashionable amongst drug dealers Police sources in Murcia have reported that more people are trying to pimp their..

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