MURCIA NEWS

Showery and unsettled this week: Murcia weather forecast October 6-9Rain and thunderstorms will threaten most of this week in the Region of Murcia Weather outlook on Monday October 6   Autumn may have truly arrived in the Region for the first time. Murcia is going to kick off the week with some soggy moments.. 06/10/2025

New book swap area launched at Corvera AirportPassengers can now borrow and share books while waiting for flights at Murcia airport Passengers travelling through the Region of Murcia International Airport will now have something new to make waiting less tedious: a book exchange area. The space.. 06/10/2025

Imserso budget holidays for pensioners return for the 2025-2026 seasonAround 900,000 cut-price trips are offered every year to popular destinations like Alicante and Murcia The Imserso tourism scheme is one of those uniquely Spanish ideas that has stood the test of time. It was launched decades ago with the simple goal.. 06/10/2025

Molina secures top spot as Murcia’s richest town with San Javier climbing fastIncome figures reveal shifting fortunes across the Region of Murcia’s municipalities Molina de Segura is once again the richest municipality in the Region of Murcia, with an average gross income of €32,691 for 2023. This marks its third consecutive.. 06/10/2025

Wildlife alert in Cartagena neighbourhood as snakes and wild boars cause concernResidents are troubled by snakes entering homes and wild boars crossing roads, prompting calls for urgent reports and safety measures Residents of Tentegorra, close to Rafael de la Cerda Park in Cartagena, have been alarmed by an influx of snakes entering.. 06/10/2025

Nestlé backs Spanish farmers with nearly €12 millionInvestment aims for greener farming and cleaner air by 2050 Nestlé is making a big push for sustainability in Spain, teaming up with 500 local farmers and investing almost €12 million to grow food in ways that help the planet and cut emissions.. 06/10/2025

Restoration project presented in the Old Church in Yecla The 500-year-old building in the heart of Yecla is to be refurbished and put to public use At the end of September members of the public were welcomed inside the Iglesia Vieja of Yecla to admire the original interior of the church for the last time, and.. 06/10/2025

Spanish house prices keep climbing as demand outpaces supplyAverage prices up yet again in September, driven by easier mortgages and shortage of homes Anyone looking to buy a home in Spain will know it’s far from easy at the moment. September has seen prices continue their relentless rise, with a year-on.. 03/10/2025

Spain's Autumn Budget Summary, with Blacktower Financial ManagementKey changes in Spain’s fiscal plans and UK Autumn Statement proposals that may impact you As we move through 2025, both Spain and the UK are undergoing significant tax and regulatory changes that may affect your financial planning. Below we.. 03/10/2025

ASSSA Insurance celebrates its Open Weeks 2025   ASSSA is hosting its traditional Open Weeks, an annual event designed to foster connections with both existing policyholders and prospective clients, as well as to introduce a health insurance plan tailored specifically to meet the needs of.. 03/10/2025

Celebrating 20 years of nature, fun, and learning at Terra Natura BenidormA family favourite that’s grown into a top spot for wildlife and wild adventures Terra Natura Benidorm has come a long way since it first opened its gates in 2005. What started as a passion project with a focus on education and family fun has blossomed.. 03/10/2025

La Manga's abandoned shopping arcades face demolition this OctoberSan Javier Council pushes to clear decades-old eyesore near Doblemar Hotel The Ayuntamiento de San Javier is set to demolish 39 dilapidated premises of the former La Manga shopping mall opposite the Doblemar Hotel, beginning October 6. These neglected.. 03/10/2025

Lorca's Christmas lights set to dazzle with a fresh look and giant treeCity centre and old town go glam with a record budget and festive reboot Lorca is gearing up for a sparkling Christmas, with the official lights switch-on planned for Saturday November 29. That’s not all – this year’s light show will.. 03/10/2025

El Corte Inglés rivals Imserso with budget holidays for pensionersOlder customers can travel within Spain or further afield at seriously cheap prices Every year, older people across Spain take advantage of the Imserso Tourism scheme, a brilliant initiative that offers pensioners the opportunity to book budget, off.. 03/10/2025

Woman killed in plunge off A-7 motorway viaduct in MurciaAnother woman was also seriously injured when car landed on its roof after crash involving another vehicle A 56-year-old woman died on Tuesday and a 21-year-old woman was seriously injured in a traffic accident on the viaduct of the A-7 motorway, near.. 03/10/2025

New questions and road signs shake up DGT theory test this OctoberUpdated traffic signs and real-life risk videos to make Spain’s driving exam more practical Starting from October 1, the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) is rolling out changes to the theory exam for new drivers in Spain. One of.. 02/10/2025

Temperatures inch up this weekend: Murcia weather forecast October 2-5The mercury will gradually climb towards the low-30s in several areas of the Region of Murcia on Saturday Average temperatures expected on Saturday October 4   Following orange warnings for thunderstorms and the torrential rain that hit.. 02/10/2025

Amazon shakes up Spain's bargain shopping with new Haul platformCustomers can now find products for €20 or less, many under €10, with fast delivery and easy returns Amazon is going head-to-head with popular low-cost platforms like Shein, Temu, and AliExpress following the launch of its new “Amazon.. 02/10/2025

Murcia faces a holiday drought this autumn - but there’s still plenty to doNo weekday holidays until December, but the region is bursting with events, traditions and free activities If you’ve been hoping for a long weekend or a break from routine in Murcia this autumn, you may be disappointed. There won’t be a single.. 02/10/2025

Lorca remains without commuter and AVE trains after four yearsThere is still no concrete date for the arrival of the high-speed AVE in Lorca On October 1, 2021, the rail service to Lorca was halted. At that time it was said that the Cercanías service would be restored within two years but four years later.. 02/10/2025