The Latest News from Torrevieja and the Costa Blanca
Helicopter rescue for woman with broken ankle in Hondón
Emergency services were called into action yesterday morning, Saturday May 16th, to rescue a woman who suffered a serious leg injury while out in the countryside. The 46-year-old woman was navigating a forest track in the municipality of Hondón de...
Two injured after gas canister explosion at Villajoyosa omelette competition
Two people were injured yesterday, Saturday, May 16th, during an omelette-making competition in Villajoyosa following the explosion of a gas canister. The incident occurred during celebrations for the feast of San Isidro when a small camping gas...
Double murder and suicide suspected after a woman and her son are found dead in Dolores
The Government’s Delegation against Gender Violence is currently investigating the murder of a woman in Dolores, Alicante, as a suspected case of gender violence. The victims have been identified as 51-year-old Marisol and her 24-year-old son,...
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...

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.
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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.
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Helicopter rescue for woman with broken ankle in Hondón
Emergency services were called into action yesterday morning, Saturday May 16th, to rescue a woman who suffered a serious leg injury while out in the...
Two injured after gas canister explosion at Villajoyosa omelette competition
Two people were injured yesterday, Saturday, May 16th, during an omelette-making competition in Villajoyosa following the explosion of a gas canister. The...
Double murder and suicide suspected after a woman and her son are found dead in Dolores
The Government’s Delegation against Gender Violence is currently investigating the murder of a woman in Dolores, Alicante, as a suspected case of gender...
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...
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...
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Double murder and suicide suspected after a woman and her son are found dead in Dolores
The Government’s Delegation against Gender Violence is currently investigating the murder of a woman in Dolores, Alicante, as a suspected case of...
