TORRE PACHECO, LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFO

Asian hornets are spreading across Spain, and experts say they are here to stayAsian hornets are spreading into new areas of Spain, putting bees and other ecosystems under growing pressure The spread of Asian hornets across Spain is proving difficult to stop, with the invasive insects now being detected in areas where they.. 21/08/2026

Storms, hail and rain on the way: Murcia weather forecast August 20-23Aemet is forecasting potentially strong thunderstorms, heavy showers and hail inland on Thursday, followed by a drop in temperatures The past few days have brought more hot and humid weather to the Region of Murcia, with the humidity making the.. 20/08/2026

103,000 homes in Murcia are classed as empty, so where are they?The latest INE figures show that one in eight homes in the Region is classified as unused, with Cartagena recording the highest number More than 103,000 homes across the Region of Murcia are classed as empty, according to figures from Spain'.. 19/08/2026

Foreign cyclist, 70, killed in Torre PachecoThe man was hit by a car on the border of Torre Pacheco and San Javier A 70-year-old man has died after being hit by a car while out cycling on the RM-F38 road, close to the border between Torre Pacheco and San Javier. The accident happened at around.. 18/08/2026

Murcia fashion firm Liwe shuts 36 more Inside stores as it battles €69 million debtThe Murcia-based company has closed 136 stores since the start of 2025 and now has around 200 Inside outlets still operating as it works to restructure its finances The Murcia-based company behind fashion chain Inside has closed another 36 shops.. 18/08/2026

50 heat-related deaths recorded in Murcia this summerThe estimated death toll has more than doubled in a year as Murcia experiences one of its most extreme summers on record The health impact of this summer's exceptional heat is becoming increasingly clear, with 50 deaths in the Region of Murcia.. 18/08/2026

Murcia's countryside is stealing some of the summer spotlightRural accommodation reached 83% occupancy in July and is expected to hit 93% in August, properties with swimming pools are already fully booked Beaches might be one of Murcia's biggest attractions, but this summer there's another part of.. 17/08/2026

Homeless people struggle to escape Murcia's extreme summer heatMore than 500 people are estimated to be living on the streets across the Region this summer as temperatures regularly climb towards 40C For most people, getting through a hot day in the Region of Murcia means finding some shade, turning on the.. 17/08/2026

Stunning 2-bed apartment at Las Terrazas de La Torre through Simply Spanish Homes for €129,999Move-in-ready home at famous Roldán gold resort offers spectacular views, terrific facilities and excellent value A turn-key two-bedroom apartment at Las Terrazas de La Torre Golf Resort in Roldán has come onto the market with Simply.. 22/07/2026

Airport Buses launches new routes that make summer travel to Murcia Airport even easierAirport Buses provides straightforward, prebooked air-conditioned transfers linking Murcia Airport with key coastal and inland destinations For anyone living along the Costa Cálida, Costa Blanca or down towards Almería, getting to.. 22/06/2026

South-facing 2-bed apartment in Las Terrazas de la Torre for just €126,999Simply Spanish Homes presents this golf resort apartment in Murcia with strong rental potential and year-round appeal   A south-facing two-bedroom apartment has come onto the market in the popular Las Terrazas de la Torre Golf Resort in Murcia.. 16/06/2026

Know a young person in Spain? There are big train and bus discounts coming this summerSpain's popular Summer Youth Programme is back for 2026, offering discounts of up to 90% on trains and buses for 18 to 30-year-olds from July 1 If you have children, grandchildren or young friends living in Spain, this is worth passing on. The Spanish.. 10/06/2026

Spring has arrived in the Region of Murcia… along with the pestsControl de Plagas Levante is helping homeowners across Cartagena, Murcia and the Mar Menor prepare their properties for the warmer months ahead As temperatures begin to climb across the Costa Cálida, many homeowners are enjoying their terraces.. 22/05/2026

Luxury villas at Altaona Resort in Murcia, Spain   Taolis (The Art of Living in Spain) is the Spanish property developer behind the luxury villas at Altaona Sports & Wellness Resort in Murcia, with prices from €443,500 to over €1,000,000. Approximate prices as of 2026.  .. 20/05/2026

What do David Beckham, Matt Damon and Robbie Williams have in common? They all love a holiday at La Manga Club!Why is La Manga Club still one of Spain’s most complete holiday destinations? Local accommodation expert Rent La Manga Club explains... If a destination can attract names like David Beckham, Matt Damon, John Malkovich, Salma Hayek and Robbie.. 13/05/2026

Big step forward for El Alba resort as 1,050-home development nears next construction phaseLocated between Roldán and Torre Pacheco, the up-and-coming resort now features a beach-style pool and paddle tennis courts The long-awaited El Alba Mediterranean Resort between Roldán and Torre Pacheco is really starting to take shape.. 11/05/2026

Stunning 3-storey townhouse on La Torre Golf Resort on sale for just €239,950This generous family home listed by Simply Spanish Homes comes with two modern bathrooms, a contemporary kitchen and huge private garden La Torre Golf Resort is one of Murcia's most popular addresses and this three-storey townhouse listed by Simply.. 06/05/2026

'They have to use their phones in a positive and creative way': Art students continue to wow with their photography and English skillsExpat TA Jane Murphy has been running the scheme for two years now, and has seen success in her students’ motivation, creativity and English ability For the second year running, the Las Claras del Mar Menor bilingual high school in Los Alcá.. 29/04/2026

What is Bimi, the Asian 'super veg' taking over Murcia's fields?The Region now supplies most of Europe's demand thanks to its climate and farming expertise Bimi is a hybrid vegetable that combines broccoli and Chinese kale. In recent years, it has moved from being a relatively unknown crop to something.. 24/04/2026

Modern 2-bed villa at the El Alba Resort, Torre Pacheco with Simply Spanish Homes for just €314,500This up-and-coming resort near Roldán offers strong rental potential and easy access to beaches and the airport A modern two-bedroom villa with a private pool has come onto the market in the popular Murcia municipality of Torre Pacheco, offering.. 22/04/2026