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Bodies of a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son found in the Dolores barracks
Today, Saturday May 16th, a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son were discovered deceased at the Dolores garrison, according to sources privy to the situation. A colleague of the officer discovered the bodies at approximately 11:00 a.m....
Torrevieja to celebrate Norwegian National Day tomorrow
Torrevieja is preparing to celebrate the Norwegian National Day tomorrow, Sunday, May 17th. Gitte Lund, the Councillor for International Residents at Torrevieja Council, has announced that the day will be marked by the traditional parade. The...
Avoiding extreme heat, staying well hydrated and consulting a specialist: key measures for controlling headaches
Specialists at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja are highlighting the importance of headache prevention in relation to a neurological disorder that affects nearly 74% of the Spanish population in the form of primary headaches
What´s on in Torrevieja and Spain from 15 to 17 May 2026
A guide to the top events in Torrevieja and across Spain this weekend, including Norwegian National Day and the San Isidro festivities.
Judge demands urgent files from Alicante over Les Naus housing probe
The judge investigating the allocation of public housing in the Les Naus residential complex has issued an urgent demand for documentation from Alicante City Council and the promoting cooperative. This latest ruling from the Court of Instruction...

A daily round-up of the latest news from Torrevieja and the surrounding area on Spain’s Costa Blanca, presented by Riley Via-Silva.
Each episode brings together the key local stories of the day, from community updates and developments to wider news across Alicante province. The focus is on clear, simple reporting delivered in a relaxed and conversational style, making it easy to stay informed without the noise of traditional news formats.
Published Monday to Friday, this is a quick and reliable way to keep up with what is happening in and around Torrevieja.
Join Riley for a look at the next three days across Spain and the Torrevieja area!
We’re talking about the San Isidro bank holiday traffic, a prestigious guitar festival in Elche, and the colourful pilgrimage in Rojales.
Plus, all the details for the Norwegian National Day parade in Torrevieja this Sunday.
Stay informed on local events and travel tips for the weekend ahead!

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Bodies of a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son found in the Dolores barracks
Today, Saturday May 16th, a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son were discovered deceased at the Dolores garrison, according to...
Torrevieja to celebrate Norwegian National Day tomorrow
Torrevieja is preparing to celebrate the Norwegian National Day tomorrow,...
Avoiding extreme heat, staying well hydrated and consulting a specialist: key measures for controlling headaches
Specialists at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja are highlighting the...
What´s on in Torrevieja and Spain from 15 to 17 May 2026
A guide to the top events in Torrevieja and across Spain this weekend,...
Judge demands urgent files from Alicante over Les Naus housing probe
The judge investigating the allocation of public housing in the Les Naus...
Guardia Civil arrest internationally wanted man in Altea using false documents
A 29-year-old man wanted for international drug trafficking has been...
One of UK’s most wanted fugitives arrested in Benidorm
The arrest took place during a police operation carried out in Benidorm...
Elche Council seeks 620,000 euro from L’Aljub landowners following decades of legal disputes
The development of Sector E-7 in Elche, the site of the L’Aljub...
Port Hotels opens new skyscraper hotel in Benidorm
The Benidorm skyline has been officially redefined this month with the...
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Bodies of a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son found in the Dolores barracks
Today, Saturday May 16th, a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son were discovered deceased at the Dolores garrison, according to sources...
