MORATALLA, LOCAL NEWS AND WHAT'S ON

A Roman inscription hidden in a wall holds new clues to Fortuna’s ancient pastFound during excavations at Fortuna’s ancient baths, the 23-centimetre-high lettering could offer new clues to the town’s Roman past A stone uncovered at Fortuna’s Roman baths could be part of something much bigger than the fragment.. 21/10/2026

Murcia Region sees smoking fall to its lowest level as obesity rates remain highThe latest national health survey reveals a record fall in daily smoking, but the Region of Murcia has the third-highest adult obesity rate in Spain Fewer people in the Region of Murcia are smoking every day than at any point since records began.. 21/10/2026

Murcia coast hit by more flooding as 13 people are rescued from AP-7 tunnelHeavy rain overnight leaves streets underwater in San Pedro del Pinatar and Los Alcázares, where two schools have suspended classes Storm Adam brought more flooding to the Costa Cálida on Monday night October 19, with streets underwater.. 20/10/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 03/04/2026

Baa-ckup arrives to help fight forest fires in rural Murcia!It's sheep to the rescue in Murcia as the government turns to our woolly friends to help reduce wildfire risk, protect forests and support rural communities Disclaimer: Not real depiction of firefighting sheep A new plan in the Region.. 27/02/2026

Taster menu on a short walk in Caravaca de la Cruz for just 16 euros!Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily affordable gastronomic routes in and around the city under..

November 6 Manzanita in concert in Caravaca de la CruzThe final evening of the Caravaca Flamenco Festival 2026 The third annual Caravaca Flamenco Festival draws to a close on Friday 6th November with a show at the Teatro Thuillier by José Ortega, “Manzanita Jr.”, who wears the artistic mantle..

November 15 Treasure Island in Spanish in Caravaca de la CruzThe classic tale retold at the Teatro Thuillier in Caravaca The 2026-27 season continues at the Teatro Thuillier on Saturday 15th November with a performance of “La Isla del Tesoro”, the Spanish version of Robert Louis Stevenson’ classic..