MURCIA NEWS

All new road signs roll out in Spain next monthEverything you need to know about the upcoming road sign changes in Spain Spain is about to overhaul its entire traffic sign system once again this July and if you drive, cycle, walk or ride a scooter, these changes will affect you.   The good..

New life for Lorca’s Church of San Juan as long-awaited restoration gets green lightPlans for urgent repair works and future renovation are now firmly in motion, with 2.6 million euros earmarked for the project After a long period of uncertainty, the historic Church of San Juan in Lorca is finally set to undergo a full restoration thanks.. 13/06/2025

The Club Náutico of Águilas contributes to national nature clean-up eventEfforts to reduce the prevalence of waste along the coastline of Águilas The annual “1m2 contra la basuraleza” evento, which encourages people all over Spain to clear away litter and plastic waste from just one square metres of open.. 13/06/2025

From Los Alcázares to Scotland: Two scooterists are finally finishing their epic charity missionSupport the brave duo riding 3,500 kilometres from Murcia to the UK and back, all in aid of two fantastic causes Paul and Julie are about to embark on an epic journey that's been five years in the making. The pair are riding a classic Lambretta.. 13/06/2025

Spain faces water safety crisis as drowning deaths surge before summer seasonMore than 150 lives have been lost to drowning in first half of 2025, with tourist season yet to begin The numbers are sobering and the trend deeply concerning. Spain is grappling with a water safety emergency that has already claimed more than 150.. 12/06/2025

Mosquito spraying in Alhama de Murcia this Saturday June 14The fumigation will begin during the early hours of Saturday morning With experts predicting a worse mosquito season than usual, Alhama de Murcia Town Council is stepping up its fight against the irritating insects with another round of intensive.. 12/06/2025

Corvera Airport welcomes record 300,000 passengers in strong start to 2025Passenger numbers in May alone surged by 3.2% while flight operations increased by 7% in the first five months The Region of Murcia International Airport is riding a wave of steady growth, welcoming nearly 300,000 passengers during the first five.. 12/06/2025

Murcia to boost healthcare with 6,000 new summer staffThe Region will invest €35 million to ensure coverage during the busiest months of the year   Murcia will bring in more than 6,000 extra staff this summer to strengthen healthcare services across the Region. The move comes as part of a &euro.. 12/06/2025

Asteroid 2024 YR4 now on collision course with the MoonNASA has increased lunar impact probability to 4.3% for 2032, but Earth should be safe Space agencies worldwide are keeping a watchful eye on Asteroid 2024 YR4 as new calculations show an increasing likelihood of lunar impact.   NASA'.. 12/06/2025

Murcia weekend weather forecast June 12-15: Calima and calor for the Costa Cálida!There has been calima Saharan dust clogging up our skies for the last few days and this – along with the heat – looks set to continue this weekend This weekend’s weather forecast from the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (Aemet.. 12/06/2025

Murcia's new school screen time plan fails to convince parents and paediatriciansThe Region’s new digital education strategy has come under fire for failing to align with paediatric health guidelines A new digital strategy set to be introduced in the Region of Murcia’s schools from September 2025 has stirred significant.. 12/06/2025

UN recognises the Mar Menor as World Restoration FlagshipThe award acknowledges the outstand effort being made to conserve the Mar Menor lagoon The years-long efforts being made by the Region of Murcia and wider Spanish government to rejuvenate and restore the Mar Menor have been formally recognised this.. 11/06/2025

Up-and-coming pop star Ana Ruiz tells why 'the next Shakira' is all her own womanExciting new talent Ana Ruiz speaks exclusively to Murcia Today about her new album and the inspiration behind it Ana Ruiz by Victor del Pozo Once in a while, a vibrant new pop musician bursts onto the scene with a distinctive style and.. 11/06/2025

Airline passengers to pay more as EU gives green light to hand luggage feesThe EU has agreed that airlines can charge extra for all but the smallest carry-on bags Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair and several other budget airlines have been in the doghouse with the EU lately to the tune of millions of euros over supposedly.. 11/06/2025

Airport Buses celebrates a strong start following its launchPassenger reviews for the Murcia Airport transfer service are glowing, and now operators say a broader uptake is vital to sustain the new service Three short weeks after its launch, Airport Buses is already earning high praise from passengers travelling.. 10/06/2025

Los Alcázares unveils 24/7 digital certifícate and NIE renewal hubForeign and Spanish residents of Los Alcázares can quickly update their documents without an appointment Updating official documentation in Spain can often be a bit of a hassle, requiring long wait times for appointments and a laborious form.. 10/06/2025

Supermarket giant opens 100 new stores in Spain while others are shutting downAlcampo recently delivered the shock news that it will be forced to close 25 locations across Spain There’s been a major shift in how we do our shopping, with most people these days opting to buy the majority of their groceries and day-to-day.. 10/06/2025

easyJet adds winter flights from UK to Murcia from October: These are the airports that will connect for the 2025-26 seasonThe UK airline has decided to extend two of its popular summer routes, offering new travel option through to March UK airline easyJet has announced the introduction of winter flights between the UK and Murcia, providing a welcome boost for travellers.. 09/06/2025

Wild boar numbers in Murcia revealed through groundbreaking wildlife surveyThe study of two Murcia regional parks shows that there are almost two boars for every square kilometre Wild boars may traditionally be seen as secretive and elusive creatures but in the forests of the Region of Murcia, they are no longer in hiding.. 09/06/2025

Verano Joven returns to Spain with major summer discounts on trains and buses for young peopleFor the second year running, both EU and non-EU youngsters legally resident in Spain will be eligible Spain’s youth travel deal, designed to make it easier and cheaper for younger people to travel the country this summer, is about to return.. 09/06/2025