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Dozens of Lorca pig farms set to be legalised after years of planning uncertaintyThirty-seven farms operating without proper permits are set to be legalised this month but 15 others will have to shut down Lorca city council is set to approve a change to the local urban plan this month that will legalise 37 pig farms that.. 20/05/2026

Murcia measles outbreak grows as eight new cases are confirmed in AlcantarillaThe latest infections bring the total number of confirmed cases linked to the outbreak to twelve as health officials continue tracing contacts Health authorities in Murcia have confirmed eight new measles cases linked to the outbreak first detected.. 20/05/2026

Improvements imminent on coast road from Mazarrón to Águilas1.2 million euros for resurfacing and other work on the road to Ramonete and Cañada de Gallego A budget of precisely 1,210,971 euros has been agreed for plans to repair and improve the old road along the coast between the municipalities of Lorca.. 19/05/2026

Fourth measles case confirmed as Alcantarilla outbreak investigation continuesThe latest case involves an adult woman linked to earlier patients, while authorities say the source of infection is still unknown Health authorities in Murcia have confirmed a fourth case of measles linked to the outbreak detected in Alcantarilla.. 15/05/2026

New nocturnal illumination for Lorca castleThe complete extent of the old defensive wall now stands out over Lorca during the hours of darkness Lorca castle has unveiled a new LED illumination system which has transformed the image of the “Fortress of the Sun” by night, shedding light.. 15/05/2026

Two more minor earthquakes recorded overnight in TotanaSmall earthquakes were recorded in the early hours, with two light tremors measuring 1.6 and 2.0 reported by Spain's National Geographic Institute Two minor earthquakes were felt during the early hours of Wednesday May 13, in Totana, according.. 13/05/2026

Iberian lynx comeback continues as 31 kittens born in Spanish breeding centresThe species was once on the brink of extinction but is now expanding into new areas of Spain Just over 20 years ago, the Iberian lynx was on the brink of extinction, with fewer than 100 animals left in the wild across the Iberian Peninsula. .. 13/05/2026

Murcia investigates local measles outbreak as several cases are confirmed in AlcantarillaHealth authorities have launched contact tracing measures after three cases were confirmed, including an unvaccinated 11-month-old baby The Regional Ministry of Health is investigating a measles outbreak in Alcantarilla after three cases were detected.. 12/05/2026

Diesel sales continue to decline in Murcia as drivers switch to electric and hybrid modelsNew data shows registrations of diesel vehicles fall by almost 40% as stricter environmental rules and rising fuel costs drive buyers towards electric alternatives Diesel is no longer as attractive as it once was. What used to be the go-to option.. 12/05/2026

Search continues for missing Mazarrón man after a house fire in La AtalayaEmergency services are searching the area around La Atalaya, after a 56-year-old man was reported missing following a house fire that destroyed part of the property Emergency crews are continuing the search for a 56-year-old man from La Atalaya.. 07/05/2026

Lorca undertakes urgent repairs on the historic Porche de San Antonio city gateThe gate dates from the Moorish rule of Lorca but was affected by torrential rain in 2025 The Town Hall of Lorca has announced an 18,000-euros emergency action to protect the Porche de San Antonio, the only remaining medieval entrance gate of its kind.. 07/05/2026

2.2 magnitude earthquake felt in Cieza during the early hours of the morningAnother tremor measuring 1.5 magnitude took place at 4:55am between Alhama de Murcia and Totana A mild earthquake was felt in Cieza in the early hours of Wednesday morning, May 6. The tremor, which measured 2.2 in magnitude, occurred at 1:38am.. 06/05/2026

Environmental groups raise the alarm over growing plastic pollution on Mar Menor beachesThe environmental group Pacto por el Mar Menor raised concerns about agricultural plastic especially and its impact on marine life in the lagoon Pacto por el Mar Menor is an environmental platform run by residents, scientists and campaigners.. 04/05/2026

Sinkhole prompts emergency works on El Portús seafront to stop erosion and protect homesFollowing storm damage, erosion at El Portús has continued to worsen, leading to a sinkhole and prompting emergency works along the seafront The local council in Cartagena is moving forward with emergency repairs in El Portús, where.. 01/05/2026

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavenderLocal town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan their summer holidays. And it's easy to understand why the climate.. 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

Access to Bolnuevo coves to close as safety works beginThe five-kilometre coastal track between Bolnuevo and Cañada de Gallego affected by rain damage, will be closed for several weeks The access road to the Bolnuevo coves in Mazarrón will be closed for the next few weeks while work starts.. 16/04/2026

Lorca begins Holy Jubilee Year in honour of Francis of AssisiThis year is the 800th anniversary of San Francisco de Asis, who was canonized just two years after his death 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of Francis of Assisi, known in Spain as San Francisco de Asis, and as part of the Holy Jubilee celebrations.. 15/04/2026

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

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