The Latest News from Torrevieja and the Costa Blanca
Union condemns afternoon closure of MRI service at Vega Baja Hospital
The UGT union has criticised the closure of the afternoon MRI service at Vega Baja Hospital in Orihuela, citing negative impacts on patient care and staff working conditions.
National Police dismantle drug ring distributing cocaine from Denia
National Police dismantle an international cocaine trafficking ring following raids across Spain, including Denia.
Five arrested after migrant teenager injured by speedboat propeller
Five arrests made and two speedboats seized in a joint police operation after a migrant teenager was seriously injured off the coast of Águilas.
Unlicensed drivers operating in Orihuela Costa due to taxi shortage
A severe shortage of official taxis in Orihuela Costa has caused a rise in illegal transport services across popular areas such as Zenia Boulevard.
Two paddle surfers rescued off Morro del Toix in Altea
Two paddle surfers have been rescued in Altea after being swept out to sea at Morro del Toix.

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.
In today's Torrevieja news for Friday 14th August 2026, Mayor Eduardo Dolón demands urgent action over the delayed N-332 widening project, while local police step up preventive road safety controls across the municipality.
Widening out to the region, Elche extends hospitality venue opening hours until six in the morning for La Nit de la Roà, and Alcoy provides rubbish bill discounts to over 800 low-income and elderly families.
In crime news, a man has been arrested for stealing more than 12,000 metres of public lighting cable.
Tune in for your daily wrap-up of local events and stay connected with your community.

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This weekend marks the busiest midsummer roads weekend in Spain, with 15th August a national holiday, the first big batch of domestic tourists heading home, and the next batch heading to the sea and mountains.
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Union condemns afternoon closure of MRI service at Vega Baja Hospital
The UGT union has criticised the closure of the afternoon MRI service at Vega Baja Hospital in Orihuela, citing negative impacts on patient care and staff...
National Police dismantle drug ring distributing cocaine from Denia
National Police dismantle an international cocaine trafficking ring following raids across Spain, including Denia.
Five arrested after migrant teenager injured by speedboat propeller
Five arrests made and two speedboats seized in a joint police operation after a migrant teenager was seriously injured off the coast of Águilas.
Unlicensed drivers operating in Orihuela Costa due to taxi shortage
A severe shortage of official taxis in Orihuela Costa has caused a rise in illegal transport services across popular areas such as Zenia Boulevard.
Two paddle surfers rescued off Morro del Toix in Altea
Two paddle surfers have been rescued in Altea after being swept out to sea at Morro del Toix.
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Torrevieja Mayor demands urgent action over delayed N-332 widening
Torrevieja Mayor Eduardo Dolón has demanded immediate action from the Ministry of Transport over delays to the essential N-332 widening project.
