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- [What Can I Do to Reduce My Risk of Skin Cancer?](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2023/06/20/what-can-i-do-to-reduce-my-risk-of-skin-cancer/) - The Dermatology specialists at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital warn of the increase in this type of tumour among the population, the incidence of which has tripled since the nineties. There are more than 100 types of skin cancer. "Of these," explains Dr José Carlos Pascual, dermatologist at Quirónsalud Torrevieja, "we could say that basal cell carcinoma,
- [Valencian hospitals have 138 people admitted for COVID, 5 of them in the ICU](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2023/06/16/valencian-hospitals-have-138-people-admitted-for-covid-5-of-them-in-the-icu/) - The Ministry of Universal Health and Public Health has notified a total of 1,238 new cases of coronavirus confirmed by PCR test or through antigen test since the last update on June 2. The new cases by province are 164 in Castellón (198,106 in total), 460 in Alicante (539,721 in total) and 614 in Valencia (860,279
- [Torrevieja Swimming Pool Opening Times – Summer 2023](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2023/06/12/torrevieja-swimming-pool-opening-times-summer-2023/) - On Monday 19 June 2023, the Outdoor Municipal Swimming Pool in Torrevieja will open for summer. In addition, the Municipal Indoor Swimming Pool will continue to be available, open to the public until 31 July. TORREVIEJA SWIMMING POOL SCHEDULES SUMMER 2023 TORREVIEJA OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL FROM 19 JUNE TO 2 JULY 2023 Monday to Saturday
- [Firefighters evacuate cardiac arrest patient through window in Torre de la Horadada](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/firefighters-evacuate-cardiac-arrest-patient-through-window-in-torre-de-la-horadada/) - Firefighters and Guardia Civil officers assisted paramedics in Torre de la Horadada by using a ladder truck to evacuate a cardiac arrest patient through a first-floor window.
- [Torrevieja is set to welcome a trio of monumental pieces by artist Manolo Valdés](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/torrevieja-is-set-to-welcome-a-trio-of-monumental-pieces-by-artist-manolo-valdes/) - Torrevieja port is hosting a monumental open-air contemporary art exhibition by renowned Spanish artist Manolo Valdés until October 2027.
- [One officer and two agents injured after clash with street vendors on Torrevieja promenade](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/one-officer-and-two-agents-injured-after-clash-with-street-vendors-on-torrevieja-promenade/) - One officer and two agents have been injured following a tense clash between local police and street vendors on the Torrevieja seafront.
- [Alicante airport breaks records after welcoming over 10 million passengers in first half of year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/alicante-airport-breaks-records-after-welcoming-over-10-million-passengers-in-first-half-of-year/) - Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has set a historic record by surpassing 10 million passengers in the first six months of the year.
- [Torrevieja Friday Market Rescheduled Due to Low Festival](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/torrevieja-friday-market-rescheduled-due-to-low-festival/) - Torrevieja's Friday market will not take place on 24 or 31 July 2026 due to the Low Festival at Antonio Soria Park. The cancelled markets have been rescheduled to Mondays in August, resulting in two market days during those weeks.
- [New cinema to open in the port of Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/new-cinema-to-open-in-the-port-of-torrevieja/) - Neocine Premium cinemas will open on 15 July at Torrevieja port featuring 4K projectors and Dolby Atmos sound.
- [EU and UK sign historic Gibraltar post-Brexit agreement to remove border fence](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/eu-and-uk-sign-historic-gibraltar-post-brexit-agreement-to-remove-border-fence/) - The EU and the UK are signing a historic agreement in Brussels to remove the border fence between Spain and Gibraltar, shifting passport controls to the airport.
- [Ryanair flight from Manchester to Alicante diverted to Paris-Beauvais after emergency declaration](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/ryanair-flight-from-manchester-to-alicante-diverted-to-paris-beauvais-after-emergency-declaration/) - A Ryanair flight from Manchester to Alicante was diverted to Paris-Beauvais on Tuesday following an emergency declaration.
- [Man to face trial in Elche for the attempted murder of his father](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/man-to-face-trial-in-elche-for-the-attempted-murder-of-his-father/) - A man faces trial in Elche for the attempted murder of his father with a stick and brick in Callosa de Segura.
- [Action opens new store in Pilar de la Horadada](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/action-opens-new-store-in-pilar-de-la-horadada/) - Non-food discount chain Action has expanded its Alicante province presence with a new 869-square-metre store at the Thiar shopping centre in Pilar de la Horadada.
- [Police inspections at leisure venues in Calpe lead to twelve complaints and numerous irregularities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/police-inspections-at-leisure-venues-in-calpe-lead-to-twelve-complaints-and-numerous-irregularities/) - A joint police inspection of leisure venues in Calpe has resulted in twelve complaints being issued for safety, licensing, and employment violations.
- [TM Grupo Inmobiliario reports record growth and eyes future expansion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/tm-grupo-inmobiliario-reports-record-growth-and-eyes-future-expansion/) - The Torrevieja-based property group has seen significant financial success, driven by high demand and new international developments in Benidorm and Mexico.
- [Minor earthquake recorded in Los Montesinos this morning](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/minor-earthquake-recorded-in-los-montesinos-this-morning/) - A minor magnitude 1.8 earthquake was recorded to the southeast of Los Montesinos on Tuesday morning.
- [Investigation rules out violent death in Torrevieja villa case](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/investigation-rules-out-violent-death-in-torrevieja-villa-case/) - An autopsy has ruled out violent injuries after a body was discovered at a luxury Torrevieja property.
- [Mass eviction at the Sole Bello hotel in La Mata Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/15/mass-eviction-at-the-sole-bello-hotel-in-la-mata-torrevieja/) - Around 50 people have been evicted from the Sole Bello hotel in La Mata, Torrevieja, after falling victim to a suspected rental fraud scheme.
- [Property register blocks tourist apartment registration in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/property-register-blocks-tourist-apartment-registration-in-torrevieja/) - A tourist apartment registration in Torrevieja has been blocked by the property register due to a lack of explicit approval from the community of owners and ownership verification issues.
- [Torrevieja presents the official map for its new urban bus network](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/torrevieja-presents-the-official-map-for-its-new-urban-bus-network/) - Torrevieja has unveiled its new urban bus network map ahead of a summer rollout to improve city connections.
- [Public perception of health in Spain worsens slightly in new report](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/public-perception-of-health-in-spain-worsens-slightly-in-new-report/) - A new health report reveals a slight decline in how people perceive their health alongside growing concern over waiting lists and prescription costs.
- [Fourth person arrested in Gandia over the abduction of a baby](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/fourth-person-arrested-in-gandia-over-the-abduction-of-a-baby/) - A fourth suspect has been detained by the National Police in Gandia following the abduction of a newborn baby from a hospital neonates unit.
- [Man arrested in Orihuela accused of committing three knife robberies in less than 24 hours](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/man-arrested-in-orihuela-accused-of-committing-three-knife-robberies-in-less-than-24-hours/) - A 28-year-old man has been remanded in prison after being arrested by the National Police for carrying out three separate knife robberies within a 24-hour period in Orihuela.
- [Ryanair flight to Alicante delayed by three hours after swarm of mosquitoes invades cabin](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/ryanair-flight-to-alicante-delayed-by-three-hours-after-swarm-of-mosquitoes-invades-cabin/) - A Ryanair flight to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport was delayed by over three hours after a swarm of mosquitoes invaded the cabin at Milan-Malpensa airport.
- [Woman arrested for spending over 11,000 euro using someone else's card](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/woman-arrested-for-spending-over-11000-euro-using-someone-elses-card/) - A woman has been arrested in Callosa de Segura after allegedly using a bank card belonging to an elderly woman to make unauthorised purchases worth more than 11000 euro.
- [National Police dismantle indoor marijuana plantation with 190 plants](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/national-police-dismantle-indoor-marijuana-plantation-with-190-plants/) - National Police and Local Police officers have dismantled an indoor marijuana plantation in northern Alicante and arrested a 48-year-old man.
- [Adif installs new safety fencing in Alicante to prevent railway line accidents](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/14/adif-installs-new-safety-fencing-in-alicante-to-prevent-railway-line-accidents/) - Adif is installing a new 1,360-metre fence in San Gabriel to block dangerous pedestrian crossings on the Alicante coastline railway line.
- [Researchers spot record number of 127 of the world's largest whales off the coast of Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/researchers-spot-record-number-of-127-of-the-worlds-largest-whales-off-the-coast-of-denia/) - Researchers have recorded an extraordinary, record-breaking total of 127 fin whales off the coast of Denia during a recent marine monitoring campaign.
- [Bar owner arrested in Elche for paying vulnerable people to steal cans of food](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/bar-owner-arrested-in-elche-for-paying-vulnerable-people-to-steal-cans-of-food/) - A bar owner in Elche has been arrested by the National Police for paying vulnerable individuals to steal canned food for his establishment.
- [Couple rescued from Sierra de Orihuela after getting lost](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/couple-rescued-from-sierra-de-orihuela-after-getting-lost/) - A young couple were rescued during a six-hour operation in the Sierra de Orihuela mountains after providing an incorrect location to emergency services.
- [Three people stand trial in Alicante for smuggling migrants to Orihuela by boat](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/three-people-stand-trial-in-alicante-for-smuggling-migrants-to-orihuela-by-boat/) - Three people are facing trial in Alicante for allegedly smuggling migrants from Algeria to Orihuela on a dangerous sea crossing.
- [Guardia Civil find two labs producing synthetic drugs in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/guardia-civil-find-two-labs-producing-synthetic-drugs-in-torrevieja/) - A burglary investigation in Torrevieja has uncovered two secret drug laboratories and led to the arrest of 11 people.
- [Guardamar to regenerate Castle hillside to halt erosion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/guardamar-to-regenerate-castle-hillside-to-halt-erosion/) - Guardamar del Segura has launched a 241,300 euro project to terrace and stabilise the Castle hillside to combat erosion.
- [Man taken to hospital with head injury after Dénia market fight](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/man-taken-to-hospital-with-head-injury-after-denia-market-fight/) - A 49-year-old man has been taken to hospital following a fight at a market in Dénia.
- [Orihuela Costa left with only one emergency ambulance as union slams dangerous response times](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/orihuela-costa-left-with-only-one-emergency-ambulance-as-union-slams-dangerous-response-times/) - The Orihuela health department is operating with just one emergency ambulance due to a contract error that benefits Torrevieja.
- [Torrevieja reinforces urban mobility with a new unit of agents](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/torrevieja-reinforces-urban-mobility-with-a-new-unit-of-agents/) - Torrevieja City Council has launched a new unit of 20 mobility agents to manage traffic and allow local police to focus on security.
- [Famous loggerhead sea turtle Diana returns to lay 76 more eggs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/famous-loggerhead-sea-turtle-diana-returns-to-lay-76-more-eggs/) - The famous loggerhead sea turtle Diana has returned to Denia for the second time this summer to lay 76 eggs.
- [Eleven arrested as family drug trafficking ring is busted in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/11/eleven-arrested-as-family-drug-trafficking-ring-is-busted-in-alicante/) - Eleven individuals have been arrested in Alicante after the Guardia Civil dismantled a family-run drug trafficking ring, seizing narcotics, vehicles, and over 46,000 euro.
- [Cartagena Local Police seize 170 kilos of illegal fruit at street market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/11/cartagena-local-police-seize-170-kilos-of-illegal-fruit-at-street-market/) - Cartagena local police have confiscated 170 kilograms of fruit being sold without licences at a street market.
- [Nearly 27,000 sit entry exams in Alicante and across Spain for over 3,000 Guardia Civil jobs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/11/nearly-27000-sit-entry-exams-in-alicante-and-across-spain-for-over-3000-guardia-civil-jobs/) - Nearly twenty-seven thousand applicants are sitting entry examinations across twenty venues including Alicante to secure a position within the Guardia Civil.
- [Torrevieja homeowner discovers decomposing body on his property](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/11/torrevieja-homeowner-discovers-decomposing-body-on-his-property/) - The Guardia Civil has launched an investigation and arrested one person after a home owner discovered a bloodied, decomposing body with signs of violence inside a villa patio in Torrevieja.
- [Man arrested in connection with serious shooting in Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/man-arrested-in-connection-with-serious-shooting-in-villajoyosa/) - A 65-year-old man has been arrested and remanded in custody following a joint police operation into a serious shooting over a debt in Villajoyosa.
- [Adif puts 4.62 million euro level crossing removal works in Elche out to tender](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/adif-puts-4-62-million-euro-level-crossing-removal-works-in-elche-out-to-tender/) - Adif has put out to tender a 4.62 million euro project to eliminate two level crossings in Elche.
- [Calpe Police adds 13 new officers to strengthen summer security](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/calpe-police-adds-13-new-officers-to-strengthen-summer-security/) - Calpe Local Police has introduced 13 new officers and launched coastal boat and bicycle patrols to boost security for the busy summer season.
- [Huge collection of Tintin memorabilia goes on display at Santa Barbara Castle in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/huge-collection-of-tintin-memorabilia-goes-on-display-at-santa-barbara-castle-in-alicante/) - A new exhibition featuring over 300 rare items and figures from the universe of Tintin has opened at Santa Barbara Castle in Alicante.
- [Swedish fugitive arrested in Orihuela for alleged arms trafficking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/swedish-fugitive-arrested-in-orihuela-for-alleged-arms-trafficking/) - The National Police have detained a man in Orihuela wanted in Sweden for his alleged role in supplying weapons to organised criminal gangs.
- [Torrevieja awards contract for final stage of Levante breakwater redevelopment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/13/torrevieja-awards-contract-for-final-stage-of-levante-breakwater-redevelopment/) - Torrevieja City Council has awarded the contract for the final phase of the Levante breakwater redevelopment to CHM Obras e Infraestructuras.
- [Mother arrested after attempting to take newborn from hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/mother-arrested-after-attempting-to-take-newborn-from-hospital/) - A seven-day-old baby stolen from a hospital neonatal unit has been found safe in a Gandia park following the arrest of her father.
- [New retirement age set for Spain in 2027](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/new-retirement-age-set-for-spain-in-2027/) - Spain completes its long-term pension transition as the ordinary retirement age firmly adjusts to 67 for workers with shorter contribution histories.
- [Residents demand more checks of illegal airport parking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/residents-demand-more-checks-of-illegal-airport-parking/) - The Torrellano Road Association has called for all illegal airport parking compounds to be sealed, warning that they restrict local growth and take up spaces from neighbours in Torrellano and El Altet.
- [International illegal tobacco network busted with six factories and 50 arrested](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/international-illegal-tobacco-network-busted-with-six-factories-and-50-arrested/) - Fifty people have been arrested after the Guardia Civil dismantled an international illegal tobacco network with six factories across Spain, including Alicante.
- [Nearly seven years sought for man accused of sexual abuse and theft in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/nearly-seven-years-sought-for-man-accused-of-sexual-abuse-and-theft-in-torrevieja/) - A man faces six years and ten months in prison after allegedly stealing 700 euro from a sleeping woman and sexually abusing her in Torrevieja.
- [Vehicle fire causes delays on the AP-7 motorway in El Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/vehicle-fire-causes-delays-on-the-ap-7-motorway-in-el-campello/) - Traffic is facing three-kilometre delays on the AP-7 at El Campello following a vehicle fire this morning.
- [Four arrested after high-speed chase and Kalashnikov assault rifles found](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/four-arrested-after-high-speed-chase-and-kalashnikov-assault-rifles-found/) - Four men have been arrested following a high-speed police chase from Elche to Murcia involving a vehicle loaded with eight Kalashnikov assault rifles.
- [Heatwave causes sixteen deaths in the Valencian Community in just one week](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/heatwave-causes-sixteen-deaths-in-the-valencian-community-in-just-one-week/) - Sixteen people have died from heat-related causes in the Valencian Community during the first week of July.
- [Over 400 children attend the Benidorm Summer School during July and August](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/over-400-children-attend-the-benidorm-summer-school-during-july-and-august/) - More than 400 children are participating in the Benidorm Summer School this July and August to help local families balance work and family life.
- [El Campello shifts surveillance cameras to catch company dumping dirty water into the sea](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/el-campello-shifts-surveillance-cameras-to-catch-company-dumping-dirty-water-into-the-sea/) - El Campello Local Police adjusted CCTV cameras to catch a septic tank clearance company dumping waste directly into the sanitation network.
- [Twelve-year-old girl saved from drowning in Alcoy swimming pool](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/twelve-year-old-girl-saved-from-drowning-in-alcoy-swimming-pool/) - A 12-year-old girl is in hospital after being saved from drowning in a swimming pool in Alcoy.
- [Elche coast beach bars delayed until late July](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/elche-coast-beach-bars-delayed-until-late-july/) - The opening of seasonal beach bars along the Elche coast has been delayed until late July due to administrative and tendering setbacks.
- [Special security operation launched for the island of Tabarca in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/special-security-operation-launched-for-the-island-of-tabarca-in-alicante/) - Authorities have launched a special security operation on Tabarca to boost safety and environmental protection throughout the busy summer season.
- [Man sentenced to two years for sexually assaulting a seven year old girl in Javea](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/man-sentenced-to-two-years-for-sexually-assaulting-a-seven-year-old-girl-in-javea/) - A man has been sentenced to two years in prison after confessing to the sexual assault of a seven year old girl in Javea.
- [Worker injured after falling from scaffolding in El Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/worker-injured-after-falling-from-scaffolding-in-el-campello/) - Excerpt: A 57-year-old man has been hospitalised following a fall from scaffolding at a construction site in El Campello on Tuesday.
- [National Police smash international human and drug trafficking network based in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/national-police-smash-international-human-and-drug-trafficking-network-based-in-alicante/) - National Police have arrested 12 people in Alicante after dismantling an international human and drug trafficking gang.
- [Alicante Airport positions itself as potential next Wizz Air base](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/alicante-airport-positions-itself-as-potential-next-wizz-air-base/) - Alicante-Elche Airport is positioning itself as a potential next base for Wizz Air following the airline's expansion announcement in Valencia.
- [Calpe launches 20 ecological buoys to protect marine flora from boat anchoring](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/calpe-launches-20-ecological-buoys-to-protect-marine-flora-from-boat-anchoring/) - Calpe Town Council completes the installation of 20 low-impact ecological buoys at Cantal Roig and Penyal cove to protect vital Mediterranean seagrass meadows.
- [Two employees of a nightclub in Alicante arrested for sexual assault](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/two-employees-of-a-nightclub-in-alicante-arrested-for-sexual-assault/) - National Police arrest two Alicante nightclub employees following allegations of sexual assault against two young women.
- [Torrevieja awards contracts for Alto de la Casilla urban park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/10/torrevieja-awards-contracts-for-alto-de-la-casilla-urban-park/) - Torrevieja Council has awarded a 10.3 million euro contract to build the new Alto de la Casilla Urban Park, complete with inclusive play areas and extensive shaded seating.
- [Eulen take over lifeguard services at Guardamar as previous contractor withdrew](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/eulen-take-over-lifeguard-services-at-guardamar-as-previous-contractor-withdrew/) - Eulen has been awarded the 1.2 million euro beach lifeguard and rescue contract in Guardamar del Segura following the withdrawal of the initial top bidder.
- [Villajoyosa launches new rapid-response police unit to boost citizen security](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/villajoyosa-launches-new-rapid-response-police-unit-to-boost-citizen-security/) - Villajoyosa City Council has launched a new 11-officer rapid response Local Police unit to tackle rising summer populations and local security demands.
- [Eight injured after bus crashes into house in Cartagena](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/eight-injured-after-bus-crashes-into-house-in-cartagena/) - Eight people have been hospitalised after a city bus swerved to avoid a car and crashed into a house in Cartagena.
- [Only six of Orihuela's 35 municipal elevators pass inspections](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/only-six-of-orihuelas-35-municipal-elevators-pass-inspections/) - Orihuela City Council has launched an 88,810 euro tender to repair serious defects across 35 municipal lifts following major accessibility complaints.
- [Torrevieja PSOE claims PP forced to correct budget after omitting hospital expansion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/torrevieja-psoe-claims-pp-forced-to-correct-budget-after-omitting-hospital-expansion/) - The PSOE in Torrevieja has criticised the Partido Popular for omitting the Torrevieja Hospital expansion from the regional budget, forcing a subsequent amendment to secure the funding.
- [Torrevieja begins its Virgen del Carmen festivities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/torrevieja-begins-its-virgen-del-carmen-festivities/) - Torrevieja has launched its traditional Virgen del Carmen festival programme with activities for all ages running until 16 July.
- [Armed robbery in Orihuela solved following swift police collaboration](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/armed-robbery-in-orihuela-solved-following-swift-police-collaboration/) - Police in Orihuela have arrested a man following an armed robbery at a restaurant in the Ociopía shopping centre.
- [Orihuela launches new Costa Summer educational leisure programme for local youths](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/orihuela-launches-new-costa-summer-educational-leisure-programme-for-local-youths/) - Orihuela Council has launched a free summer leisure and education programme for vulnerable teenagers on the coast.
- [Ryanair flight makes emergency diversion to Alicante-Elche Airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/ryanair-flight-makes-emergency-diversion-to-alicante-elche-airport/) - A Ryanair flight from Marseille to Nador made an urgent emergency diversion to Alicante-Elche Airport after a passenger suffered a serious medical problem over Valencia.
- [Alicante hospital trial backs new non-insulin diabetes treatment for patients](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/alicante-hospital-trial-backs-new-non-insulin-diabetes-treatment-for-patients/) - A study at Alicante Doctor Balmis General Hospital shows combining insulin with oral drugs reduces dangerous hypos by half.
- [National Police smash courier exploitation ring](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/national-police-smash-courier-exploitation-ring/) - The National Police have arrested five people after dismantling a parcel delivery network that exploited vulnerable workers across Elda, Petrer, Monovar and Sax.
- [Real Club Nautico Torrevieja celebrates its 60th anniversary with a tribute to its founders](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/real-club-nautico-torrevieja-celebrates-its-60th-anniversary-with-a-tribute-to-its-founders/) - The Real Club Nautico Torrevieja has celebrated its 60th anniversary with an emotional gala event paying tribute to its founding members.
- [German fugitive wanted on two European arrest warrants arrested](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/german-fugitive-wanted-on-two-european-arrest-warrants-arrested/) - A 45-year-old German fugitive wanted on two European arrest warrants for public disorder has been arrested by the Guardia Civil at a checkpoint in Novelda.
- [Guardia Civil rescue fox trapped inside a four-metre-deep well](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/guardia-civil-rescue-fox-trapped-inside-a-four-metre-deep-well/) - Guardia Civil officers have safely rescued and released a wild fox that became trapped inside a deep well on a private property in Aspe.
- [Fire breaks out at meat factory in Santa Pola industrial estate](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/fire-breaks-out-at-meat-factory-in-santa-pola-industrial-estate/) - A major overnight fire at a meat factory in Santa Pola has caused a partial roof collapse after spreading through cold storage areas.
- [Benidorm doctor accused of unauthorized access to patient medical records](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/benidorm-doctor-accused-of-unauthorized-access-to-patient-medical-records/) - A family doctor in Benidorm faces prison and disqualification for allegedly accessing a patient's medical records ten times without authorisation.
- [Man arrested for using drugs to rob dating app matches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/man-arrested-for-using-drugs-to-rob-dating-app-matches/) - A man has been arrested in Javea after allegedly drugging dates he met via an app with a mixture of cocaine and benzodiazepines to rob them.
- [Acciona and Vilor compete for five million euro office project at Alicante-Elche Airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/09/acciona-and-vilor-compete-for-five-million-euro-office-project-at-alicante-elche-airport/) - Acciona and Vilor are the sole bidders competing for a contract worth over five million euro to build new offices at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport.
- [Man remanded in custody without bail over double murder in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/man-remanded-in-custody-without-bail-over-double-murder-in-alicante/) - A judge orders provisional prison without bail for a man accused of killing his partner and daughter in Alicante.
- [Cirque du Soleil is on its way to Alicante for summer show](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/cirque-du-soleil-is-on-its-way-to-alicante-for-summer-show/) - Cirque du Soleil trucks are heading to Alicante to set up the massive big top tent for 'Kurios' at San Juan beach.
- [Benidorm expands beach services for people with reduced mobility](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/benidorm-expands-beach-services-for-people-with-reduced-mobility/) - Benidorm Council extends its accessible beach services for the summer with an adapted bathing area at Poniente beach and extra facilities at local coves.
- [Orihuela combats the summer heat with two new chilled water fountains](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/orihuela-combats-the-summer-heat-with-two-new-chilled-water-fountains/) - Orihuela Town Hall and Veolia install two new chilled drinking water fountains in the town centre to help residents and visitors combat high summer temperatures.
- [Two arrested following fatal crashes in Alicante and El Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/two-arrested-following-fatal-crashes-in-alicante-and-el-campello/) - Two drivers face jail after testing positive for alcohol and drugs following separate fatal accidents in Alicante and El Campello.
- [Cleaner arrested in Alcoy for stealing 6,400 euro from two homes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/cleaner-arrested-in-alcoy-for-stealing-6400-euro-from-two-homes/) - A cleaner has been arrested in Alcoy after allegedly stealing 6,400 euro from two homes, with a portion of the cash later returned by her husband.
- [Orange weather warning issued as temperatures set to hit 39 degrees](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/orange-weather-warning-issued-as-temperatures-set-to-hit-39-degrees/) - An amber weather warning has been issued for Alicante and Elche as extreme temperatures hit 39 degrees.
- [Court sentences boat captain to prison after migrant rescue](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/court-sentences-boat-captain-to-prison-after-migrant-rescue/) - A boat captain has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison after attempting to smuggle 18 migrants from Algeria to Calpe on an unsafe vessel.
- [Torrevieja moves forward with land transfer for hospital expansion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/torrevieja-moves-forward-with-land-transfer-for-hospital-expansion/) - Torrevieja City Council has approved the advance transfer of 11,492 square metres of land to fast-track the expansion of Torrevieja University Hospital.
- [Orihuela Local Police seize counterfeit goods worth nearly 53,000 euro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/08/orihuela-local-police-seize-counterfeit-goods-worth-nearly-53000-euro/) - Orihuela Local Police have seized over 2,000 counterfeit items valued at nearly 53,000 euro after a van owner tried to retrieve an uninsured vehicle.
- [Valencian launches new 24-hour emergency service to reclaim squatted public housing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/valencian-launches-new-24-hour-emergency-service-to-reclaim-squatted-public-housing/) - The Valencian Generalitat has launched a 796,831 euro tender for a new 24-hour emergency service to quickly reclaim squatted social housing.
- [La Mata residents call for bus improvements to Torrevieja hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/la-mata-residents-call-for-bus-improvements-to-torrevieja-hospital/) - La Mata Residents’ Association has proposed five key changes to the Generalitat Valenciana to improve the regional bus service to Torrevieja University Hospital.
- [Firefighters tackle blaze near residential area in Villamartin](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/firefighters-tackle-blaze-near-residential-area-in-villamartin/) - Firefighters have successfully brought a forest fire in Villamartin under control following an evacuation of some local residents.
- [30 toll booth workers made redundant from the AP-7 Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/30-toll-booth-workers-made-redundant-from-the-ap-7-alicante/) - State infrastructure firm SEITT makes 30 toll booth staff redundant on the AP-7 Alicante bypass following toll fee removals.
- [University of Alicante stops largest cyberattack attempt in its history](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/university-of-alicante-stops-largest-cyberattack-attempt-in-its-history/) - The University of Alicante has successfully stopped its largest ever cyberattack attempt with no sensitive data or student enrolment processes compromised.
- [Six arrested for using a cannabis club as a front to sell drugs to foreigners in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/six-arrested-for-using-a-cannabis-club-as-a-front-to-sell-drugs-to-foreigners-in-denia/) - Six people have been arrested in Denia after a cannabis club registered as an alternative medicine association was exposed as a front for selling drugs to holidaymakers.
- [Two arrested after stolen fish treated with medication is sold at Santa Pola market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/two-arrested-after-stolen-fish-treated-with-medication-is-sold-at-santa-pola-market/) - Two men have been arrested by the Guardia Civil after stolen fish containing medicinal residues was sold at Santa Pola market.
- [Ryanair warns of passenger control chaos at major airports](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/ryanair-warns-of-passenger-control-chaos-at-major-airports/) - Ryanair has warned of severe holiday delays and named the worst-hit airports ahead of the peak summer travel period.
- [Young woman from Denia dies in Javea boating tragedy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/young-woman-from-denia-dies-in-javea-boating-tragedy/) - A 30-year-old woman from Denia has died after being struck by the propeller of a rented boat in Javea.
- [Benidorm named as finalist for the 2028 European Green City Awards](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/benidorm-named-as-finalist-for-the-2028-european-green-city-awards/) - Benidorm has been selected as one of the eight European finalists competing for the prestigious 2028 European Green Leaf Award.
- [One dead and two injured in crash on the N-332 in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/one-dead-and-two-injured-in-crash-on-the-n-332-in-alicante/) - One man has died and two other people have been hospitalised following a collision between a car and a motorcycle on the N-332 in Alicante.
- [Local Police injured in operation against robbery gang in Santa Pola](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/07/local-police-injured-in-operation-against-robbery-gang-in-santa-pola/) - Three local police officers have been injured in Santa Pola during a successful operation against a house robbery gang.
- [Torrevieja firm Proaltsol plans two-megawatt solar plant in Algorfa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/04/torrevieja-firm-proaltsol-plans-two-megawatt-solar-plant-in-algorfa/) - Torrevieja firm Proaltsol has submitted plans for a two megawatt solar plant in Algorfa requiring an investment of nearly one million euro.
- [Man dies after being struck by vehicle on Alicante ring road](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/04/man-dies-after-being-struck-by-vehicle-on-alicante-ring-road/) - A 28-year-old man has died after being struck by a vehicle following an initial collision on the A-70 Alicante ring road near Villafranqueza.
- [Alicante Court sentences man to nearly ten years for raping and threatening partner](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/04/alicante-court-sentences-man-to-nearly-ten-years-for-raping-and-threatening-partner/) - An Alicante Court has handed a prison sentence of nearly ten years to a man who assaulted and raped his partner in Petrer after she destroyed his drugs with bleach.
- [Torrevieja City Council puts tender out for new multipurpose house of associations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/04/torrevieja-city-council-puts-tender-out-for-new-multipurpose-house-of-associations/) - Torrevieja City Council has launched a 256,086 euro tender to convert the El Salvador church into a multipurpose hub for local associations.
- [Anti-corruption prosecutor dismisses complaint against El Campello Mayor and officials](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/anti-corruption-prosecutor-dismisses-complaint-against-el-campello-mayor-and-officials/) - The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has completely dismissed a malfeasance complaint against the mayor and officials of El Campello regarding wastewater spills.
- [Benijófar launches plot scheme for young residents to build their own homes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/benijofar-launches-plot-scheme-for-young-residents-to-build-their-own-homes/) - Benijófar Council is offering 30 public land plots for young residents to build homes without land costs.
- [Alicante reinforces tiger mosquito control measures for the summer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/alicante-reinforces-tiger-mosquito-control-measures-for-the-summer/) - Alicante Town Council intensifies pest control operations and appeals for public assistance to tackle tiger mosquito breeding sites this summer.
- [Crevillent takes definitive step towards its municipal swimming pool complex](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/crevillent-takes-definitive-step-towards-its-municipal-swimming-pool-complex/) - Crevillent Local Government Board has approved the project for a new outdoor municipal swimming pool complex next to the Felix Candela Sports Centre.
- [Orihuela adds five new vehicles to expand maintenance fleet in Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/orihuela-adds-five-new-vehicles-to-expand-maintenance-fleet-in-orihuela-costa/) - Orihuela Council has invested 157,200 euro in five new fleet vehicles to improve street and public space maintenance across Orihuela Costa.
- [Javea police launch crackdown on unbearable motorbike noise](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/javea-police-launch-crackdown-on-unbearable-motorbike-noise/) - Javea police are launching an intensive crackdown on local motorbike noise over the coming weeks.
- [Torrevieja begins new urban transport network with phased schedule until 2027](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/torrevieja-begins-new-urban-transport-network-with-phased-schedule-until-2027/) - Torrevieja Town Council has unveiled a phased roadmap running until 2027 to completely overhaul and modernise the city's municipal urban bus network.
- [Elderly man with reduced mobility dies in Callosa d'en Sarria flat fire](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/elderly-man-with-reduced-mobility-dies-in-callosa-den-sarria-flat-fire/) - An elderly wheelchair user has lost his life following a second-floor flat fire in Callosa d'en Sarria.
- [Álvaro Rodríguez set to become the most expensive transfer sale in the history of Elche CF](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/alvaro-rodriguez-set-to-become-the-most-expensive-transfer-sale-in-the-history-of-elche-cf/) - Elche CF forward Álvaro Rodríguez is on the verge of completing a record transfer to Bournemouth.
- [Alicante adds 27 new patrol cars to Local Police fleet](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/alicante-adds-27-new-patrol-cars-to-local-police-fleet/) - Alicante City Council has officially incorporated 27 new hybrid patrol cars into the Local Police fleet following administrative delays.
- [June registers highest road traffic death toll in sixteen years](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/june-registers-highest-road-traffic-death-toll-in-sixteen-years/) - June has ended a downward trend in Spanish road deaths, recording 142 fatalities in the highest toll for the month in 16 years.
- [Man and woman jailed for 13 years after killing flatmate in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/man-and-woman-jailed-for-13-years-after-killing-flatmate-in-alicante/) - A man and a woman have been sentenced to over 13 years in prison each for killing and dismembering their Alicante flatmate to take over his flat and money.
- [Dead body found at Acequion beach in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/dead-body-found-at-acequion-beach-in-torrevieja/) - A deceased person has been discovered at Acequion beach in Torrevieja.
- [Vega Baja Hospital adds 14 nursing assistant positions to staff](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/vega-baja-hospital-adds-14-nursing-assistant-positions-to-staff/) - The Ministry of Health has added 14 new nursing assistant positions to the permanent staff at the Vega Baja University Hospital in Orihuela to meet growing healthcare demands.
- [Two arrested in Benidorm for attacking a man to steal his wallet and snatching a woman's handbag](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/two-arrested-in-benidorm-for-attacking-a-man-to-steal-his-wallet-and-snatching-a-womans-handbag/) - Two young men have been arrested in Benidorm for a violent social media filmed assault on a man and snatching a woman's handbag.
- [Alicante sees huge surge in migrant regularisation applications](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/alicante-sees-huge-surge-in-migrant-regularisation-applications/) - Alicante has registered 73,245 migrant regularisation applications, accounting for nearly 44% of the total in the Valencian Community.
- [Guardia Civil investigate the deaths of a mother and daughter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/guardia-civil-investigate-the-deaths-of-a-mother-and-daughter/) - The Guardia Civil are investigating the suspected gender-based murder of a woman and her daughter in Alicante.
- [National Police arrest man in Alicante after bus stabbing incident](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/national-police-arrest-man-in-alicante-after-bus-stabbing-incident/) - A man has been arrested in Alicante and another is being sought after a victim was stabbed during a fight over loud music on a bus in Palma.
- [Orihuela Mayor claims ITV Vega Baja board signed blindly out of trust in manager](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/orihuela-mayor-claims-itv-vega-baja-board-signed-blindly-out-of-trust-in-manager/) - The Mayor of Orihuela, Pepe Vegara, testified in court, claiming board members signed contracts blindly due to total trust in their manager.
- [Elche launching a project to alleviate traffic congestion at the l'Aljub roundabout](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/06/elche-launching-a-project-to-alleviate-traffic-congestion-at-the-laljub-roundabout/) - Elche Council approves an 806,417 euro road project to ease traffic at the l'Aljub roundabout starting this September.
- [Thief forgets phone at Elche crime scene and calls it to get it back](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/thief-forgets-phone-at-elche-crime-scene-and-calls-it-to-get-it-back/) - A burglar was arrested in Elche after accidentally leaving his mobile phone at the house he had targeted and calling it to arrange a retrieval.
- [Alicante City Council debt leaves Tabarca Island without shade for the summer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/alicante-city-council-debt-leaves-tabarca-island-without-shade-for-the-summer/) - Tabarca Island will have no shade awnings this summer due to a dispute over a 165,000 euro debt owed by Alicante City Council.
- [PSOE Torrevieja criticises PP for turning Pride into an empty gesture while returning LGTBI equality funding](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/psoe-torrevieja-criticises-pp-for-turning-pride-into-an-empty-gesture-while-returning-lgtbi-equality-funding/) - The PSOE of Torrevieja has condemned the local government for returning thousands of euro in LGTBI equality funding while only supporting symbolic actions during Pride.
- [Man arrested in Elche for fake residency permit scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/man-arrested-in-elche-for-fake-residency-permit-scam/) - A man has been arrested in Elche for fraud and coercion after allegedly scamming a woman out of 5,000 euro with a false promise of a residency permit.
- [Valencian Community sets commercial calendar for 2027 with eleven Sunday and bank holiday openings](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/valencian-community-sets-commercial-calendar-for-2027-with-eleven-sunday-and-bank-holiday-openings/) - The Valencian Commerce Observatory has approved eleven Sunday and bank holiday trading dates for 2027 alongside a new flexible clause for weather emergencies.
- [Man dies after suffering heart attack at El Pinet beach in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/man-dies-after-suffering-heart-attack-at-el-pinet-beach-in-elche/) - A man in his 30s has died after suffering a heart attack at El Pinet beach, marking the first summer fatality in the Elche municipality.
- [Twenty migrants rescued from two boats in Alicante and Santa Pola](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/twenty-migrants-rescued-from-two-boats-in-alicante-and-santa-pola/) - Two suspected boat captains have been remanded in custody following the arrival of 20 migrants in Alicante and Santa Pola.
- [Benidorm reopens park and ride facilities on Avenida de Beniarda](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/benidorm-reopens-park-and-ride-facilities-on-avenida-de-beniarda/) - Benidorm has reopened its Avenida de Beniarda park and ride car park following a 1.6 million euro sustainable upgrade.
- [TRAM d’Alacant launches summer night service this Friday](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/tram-dalacant-launches-summer-night-service-this-friday/) - TRAM d’Alacant initiates its weekend summer night service this Friday, connecting Alicante with major coastal destinations.
- [Guardia Civil recover elderly patients' stolen jewellery at Villajoyosa hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/guardia-civil-recover-elderly-patients-stolen-jewellery-at-villajoyosa-hospital/) - An elderly patient discovered her precious jewellery was missing after a hospital worker took it for safekeeping at a Villajoyosa hospital.
- [Man arrested for threatening people in Elche with an air pistol](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/man-arrested-for-threatening-people-in-elche-with-an-air-pistol/) - A man has been arrested in Elche after causing widespread alarm by pointing an air pistol at citizens in a bar, a lorry, and a driving school.
- [La Nucia prepares to travel back in time for twentieth mediaeval market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/la-nucia-prepares-to-travel-back-in-time-for-twentieth-mediaeval-market/) - The old town of La Nucia will travel back in time from 10 to 12 July with over forty craft stalls and medieval shows.
- [Orihuela launches four smart and secure parking stations for electric bicycles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/orihuela-launches-four-smart-and-secure-parking-stations-for-electric-bicycles/) - Orihuela Council has opened four smart, solar-powered electric bicycle parking stations across strategic locations in the municipality.
- [Elche Local Police reinforce beach surveillance to tackle illegal street vending](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/elche-local-police-reinforce-beach-surveillance-to-tackle-illegal-street-vending/) - The Local Police have stepped up surveillance on beaches in Elche to crack down on unauthorised street vendors.
- [Devastating fire destroys shower tray warehouse in Aspe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/devastating-fire-destroys-shower-tray-warehouse-in-aspe/) - A major industrial blaze inside a shower tray warehouse in Aspe spreads to nearby woodland.
- [Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital renews its Joint Commission International Gold Seal, reinforcing its leadership in healthcare quality](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/quironsalud-torrevieja-hospital-renews-its-joint-commission-international-gold-seal-reinforcing-its-leadership-in-healthcare-quality/) - With this renewed accreditation, Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital further strengthens its position as a benchmark for excellence in patient care. Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital has successfully renewed its Joint Commission International (JCI) Gold Seal, the world's most prestigious and demanding healthcare accreditation, recognising excellence in clinical care, patient safety and the organisation's ongoing commitment to continuous improvement. This
- [Plenergy will double its fuel stations in the Valencian Community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/plenergy-will-double-its-fuel-stations-in-the-valencian-community/) - Low-cost operator Plenergy aims to double its network to 160 gas stations across the Valencian Community.
- [Alicante to Madrid rail passenger numbers drop by 6%](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/alicante-to-madrid-rail-passenger-numbers-drop-by-6/) - Passenger numbers on the Alicante to Madrid high speed rail link fell by 6% in the first quarter of 2026.
- [Torrevieja public transport fare ordinance approved again after error corrected](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/torrevieja-public-transport-fare-ordinance-approved-again-after-error-corrected/) - Torrevieja City Council has rerun the approval vote for its new transport fares after a technical error mislisted VAT at 21 per cent.
- [Installation of the new roof begins at Elche Central Market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/installation-of-the-new-roof-begins-at-elche-central-market/) - Work has officially started on installing the new roof at Elche Central Market as part of an extensive urban renovation project.
- [Man sentenced to more than 72 years in prison for child abuse material offences](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/man-sentenced-to-more-than-72-years-in-prison-for-child-abuse-material-offences/) - An Alicante court has handed down a 72-year prison sentence to a man convicted of producing and distributing child abuse material.
- [Disney filming in Orihuela at Santo Domingo Diocesan School](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/disney-filming-in-orihuela-at-santo-domingo-diocesan-school/) - Orihuela becomes a medieval kingdom as Disney begins filming its live-action Tangled movie at the Santo Domingo Diocesan School.
- [Torrevieja park renovation halted due to missing ministry approval](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/torrevieja-park-renovation-halted-due-to-missing-ministry-approval/) - The 5.4 million euro renovation of Sector 25 park in Torrevieja has been frozen for over three months due to a lack of ministry authorization.
- [Fuel prices rise by up to ten cents in the middle of summer getaway operation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/fuel-prices-rise-by-up-to-ten-cents-in-the-middle-of-summer-getaway-operation/) - Fuel prices are set to surge by up to ten cents per litre from Wednesday as VAT returns to 21% right at the start of the summer holiday getaway.
- [Registration opens for the 54th Elche Half Marathon](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/03/registration-opens-for-the-54th-elche-half-marathon/) - Registration has officially opened for the historic 54th Elche Half Marathon and 10K race taking place on 11 April 2027.
- [Young footballers from thirty-four countries compete in Benidorm for the Costa Blanca Cup](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/young-footballers-from-thirty-four-countries-compete-in-benidorm-for-the-costa-blanca-cup/) - Benidorm will serve as the main host town for the record-breaking Costa Blanca Cup youth football tournament this July.
- [Municipal electric vehicle catches fire while charging in Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/municipal-electric-vehicle-catches-fire-while-charging-in-calpe/) - A municipal electric vehicle caught fire whilst charging outside the town hall in Calpe, producing a large column of smoke but causing no injuries.
- [Two new tourism companies added to Spanish tax defaulters list](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/two-new-tourism-companies-added-to-spanish-tax-defaulters-list/) - Two new tourism firms have been added to the Spanish Tax Agency's latest blacklist of debtors owing over 600,000 euro.
- [Torrevieja launches summer campaign with prizes to boost local trade](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/torrevieja-launches-summer-campaign-with-prizes-to-boost-local-trade/) - Torrevieja is launching a summer commercial campaign offering over 5,000 euro in direct prizes to boost local trade.
- [Elche declares war on pet urine in the streets and launches awareness campaign](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/elche-declares-war-on-pet-urine-in-the-streets-and-launches-awareness-campaign/) - Elche Council has launched a public awareness campaign to stop pets urinating on pavements, warning that offenders face fines of up to 750 euro.
- [Spanish rapper Arkano protests in Denia against Bous a la Mar event](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/spanish-rapper-arkano-protests-in-denia-against-bous-a-la-mar-event/) - Rapper Arkano has joined animal rights activists outside Denia Town Hall to protest against the controversial Bous a la Mar festival.
- [Healthcare workers use personal cars for home visits due to lack of vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/healthcare-workers-use-personal-cars-for-home-visits-due-to-lack-of-vehicles/) - The SATSE union has reported the Denia Health Department to the Labour Inspectorate over healthcare staff being forced to use private cars for home visits.
- [Pilar de la Horadada provides municipal premises to the Spanish Association Against Cancer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/pilar-de-la-horadada-provides-municipal-premises-to-the-spanish-association-against-cancer/) - Pilar de la Horadada Ayuntamiento has transferred a municipal building to the Spanish Association Against Cancer to expand local support services.
- [Altea processes 17 penalty files in June for illegal dumping and improper waste management](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/altea-processes-17-penalty-files-in-june-for-illegal-dumping-and-improper-waste-management/) - Altea Council tackles illegal dumping by processing 17 penalty files in June through enhanced police surveillance and camera monitoring.
- [23 tonnes of waste cleared from El Campello beaches after San Juan night](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/23-tonnes-of-waste-cleared-from-el-campello-beaches-after-san-juan-night/) - More than 23 tonnes of bonfire remains and rubbish have been cleared from Muchavista and Carrer la Mar beaches in El Campello following the San Juan celebrations.
- [Missing teenager last seen at Torrevieja shopping centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/missing-teenager-last-seen-at-torrevieja-shopping-centre/) - A public appeal has been launched to locate 16-year-old Juan José Torres Abadía, who went missing from the Habaneras shopping centre in Torrevieja on 29 June.
- [ClickRent reported for forcing customers to pay 4,000€ deposits](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/02/clickrent-reported-for-forcing-customers-to-pay-4000e-deposits/) - Consumer group FACUA has reported Click Rent for forcing car rental customers without a boarding pass to pay security deposits of up to 4,000 euro.
- [Organic honey company investigated over suspected irregularities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/organic-honey-company-investigated-over-suspected-irregularities/) - The Guardia Civil has seized over 11,000 kilos of honey in El Comtat during an investigation into suspected fraudulent organic labelling.
- [Orihuela modernises its tourism offices in the city and on the coast](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/orihuela-modernises-its-tourism-offices-in-the-city-and-on-the-coast/) - Orihuela Town Hall has upgraded its tourism offices in Orihuela Centro and Orihuela Costa with interactive touch tables and digital screens funded by the European Union.
- [Torrevieja becomes the global capital of choral singing with the 72nd international habaneras and polyphony contest](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/torrevieja-becomes-the-global-capital-of-choral-singing-with-the-72nd-international-habaneras-and-polyphony-contest/) - Torrevieja will welcome over 700 international singers this July for the historic 72nd International Habaneras and Polyphony Contest.
- [Two injured in traffic accident on CV-724 in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/two-injured-in-traffic-accident-on-cv-724-in-denia/) - Two elderly people have been taken to hospital after being injured in a traffic accident on the CV-724 road in Denia.
- [Valencian Community remains one of the most visited destinations in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/valencian-community-remains-one-of-the-most-visited-destinations-in-spain/) - The Valencian Community secured its position as Spain's fourth most popular destination, hosting 2.79 million domestic holiday trips in the first quarter of 2026.
- [Rafa Mir appeals against eight and a half year prison sentence](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/rafa-mir-appeals-against-eight-and-a-half-year-prison-sentence/) - Rafa Mir has launched a legal appeal against his eight and a half year prison sentence for sexual assault in Valencia.
- [Benidorm approves taxi fare increase between 6 and 7.5%](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/benidorm-approves-taxi-fare-increase-between-6-and-7-5/) - Benidorm Town Council has approved a 6 to 7.5 per cent increase in local taxi fares alongside major sanitation investments and new road namings.
- [Buying a new home in Dénia is a mission impossible as a young people would need 68% of their salary](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/buying-a-new-home-in-denia-is-a-mission-impossible-as-a-young-people-would-need-68-of-their-salary/) - A young person in Dénia would have to allocate 68 per cent of their salary to afford one of the town's upcoming officially protected homes, highlighting the local housing crisis.
- [Eco-hotel project proposed for protected Torrevieja lake land](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/07/01/eco-hotel-project-proposed-for-protected-torrevieja-lake-land/) - A new eco-hotel proposal near the La Mata and Torrevieja Lagoons Natural Park faces strict environmental scrutiny due to its location on protected rural land.
- [Torrevieja approves new urban bus fares with free travel for senior citizens](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/torrevieja-approves-new-urban-bus-fares-with-free-travel-for-senior-citizens/) - Torrevieja Council initially approves new urban bus fares, introducing tickets from 0.65 euro and free travel for local senior citizens.
- [Elche authorises television screens for Spain vs Austria match](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/elche-authorises-television-screens-for-spain-vs-austria-match/) - Elche Council exceptionally allows bars and cafes to put screens on terraces for the Spain vs Austria World Cup match.
- [Torrevieja to introduce new psychology degree with 150 places](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/torrevieja-to-introduce-new-psychology-degree-with-150-places/) - Torrevieja is expanding its university options with a new face-to-face UNED psychology degree launching this September.
- [Pope Leo expels Alicante priest from the clerical state](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/pope-leo-expels-alicante-priest-from-the-clerical-state/) - Pope Leo XIV has expelled Alicante priest Francisco Jose Vegara Cerezo from the clerical state following his repeated refusal to recognize papal authority.
- [Special blood donation campaign in Pilar de la Horadada secures 53 effective donations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/special-blood-donation-campaign-in-pilar-de-la-horadada-secures-53-effective-donations/) - A special blood donation drive in Pilar de la Horadada has successfully secured 53 effective donations ahead of the summer season.
- [Elda completes major castle restoration project with over two million euro investment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/elda-completes-major-castle-restoration-project-with-over-two-million-euro-investment/) - Elda completes a major 2.37 million euro restoration of its historic castle and surrounding streets to boost cultural tourism.
- [Guardia Civil trainee officers join the ranks in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/guardia-civil-trainee-officers-join-the-ranks-in-alicante/) - The Guardia Civil in Alicante has welcomed 186 new trainee officers to support public safety efforts across the province throughout the busy summer season.
- [National police launch operation summer in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/national-police-launch-operation-summer-in-alicante/) - The National Police have introduced 287 additional officers to the Alicante province as part of the "Operation Summer 2026" security programme.
- [Alicante province records almost 2,900 gender violence complaints in three months](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/alicante-province-records-almost-2900-gender-violence-complaints-in-three-months/) - Alicante courts recorded 2,892 gender violence complaints in the first quarter, marking a sharp 19 per cent increase.
- [Paraglider airlifted to hospital after crashing in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/30/paraglider-airlifted-to-hospital-after-crashing-in-elche/) - A paraglider has been airlifted to hospital after crashing near the Elche coastline.
- [Three Irish nationals killed in tragic road traffic collision](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/three-irish-nationals-killed-in-tragic-road-traffic-collision/) - Three Irish citizens from the Midlands have died and two others are injured after a vehicle plunged down an embankment in a motorway collision in Malaga.
- [RENFE cancels 320 trains across Spain today due to strike action](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/renfe-cancels-320-trains-across-spain-today-due-to-strike-action/) - Renfe has cancelled 320 services today due to strike action, affecting commuters and travellers across Alicante and Alcoy.
- [Minor earthquake hits San Miguel de Salinas](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/minor-earthquake-hits-san-miguel-de-salinas/) - A minor 1.6 magnitude earthquake was recorded at a depth of nine kilometres in San Miguel de Salinas yesterday evening.
- [Police investigate brawl at Alicante port venue](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/police-investigate-brawl-at-alicante-port-venue/) - One man has been hospitalised following a late-night altercation at an entertainment venue in the Port of Alicante.
- [Six arrested as gang behind 30 raids on petrol stations, shops and homes is dismantled](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/six-arrested-as-gang-behind-30-raids-on-petrol-stations-shops-and-homes-is-dismantled/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested six people following a string of nearly 30 robberies targeting homes and businesses across Valencia and Alicante.
- [National Police arrest international fraud fugitive on the Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/national-police-arrest-international-fraud-fugitive-on-the-orihuela-costa/) - An international fugitive wanted by Russian authorities for a 26 million euro oil fraud has been arrested by the National Police in Orihuela Costa.
- [Cybersexual predator arrested in Alicante following massive child abuse investigation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/cybersexual-predator-arrested-in-alicante-following-massive-child-abuse-investigation/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested a cybersexual predator in Alicante following the discovery of a massive collection of illegal imagery involving over 20 victims.
- [Spain surpasses 3,600 speed cameras following significant network growth](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/spain-surpasses-3600-speed-cameras-following-significant-network-growth/) - Spain now has more than 3,600 active speed cameras after a 37% network increase over five years.
- [Alicante city council issues fifteen fines a day as private cars ignore square closure](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/alicante-city-council-issues-fifteen-fines-a-day-as-private-cars-ignore-square-closure/) - Alicante police are issuing dozens of fines daily by hand as drivers ignore the driving ban in the newly restricted Town Hall square.
- [Hotel Villa Espana opens its doors in Benidorm featuring the first suspended pool in the city](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/hotel-villa-espana-opens-its-doors-in-benidorm-featuring-the-first-suspended-pool-in-the-city/) - The four-star Villa España Hotel has officially opened next to Benidorm old town, boasting a unique heritage theme and the city's very first suspended swimming pool.
- [Padel courts close in Torrevieja due to shattered glass panels](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/padel-courts-close-in-torrevieja-due-to-shattered-glass-panels/) - The Department of Sports in Torrevieja has ordered the temporary closure of seven padel tennis courts at the municipal sports complex (Ciudad Deportiva) following the consecutive shattering of three glass panels over the past week. The closure has been put in place to allow a full investigation into the cause of the breakages. The decision
- [Around 50 nudist beaches offer full freedom for naturism across the Valencian Community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/around-50-nudist-beaches-offer-full-freedom-for-naturism-across-the-valencian-community/) - The Valencian Community preserves around fifty beaches and coves with a long-standing nudist tradition amidst varying municipal regulations.The Valencian Community preserves around fifty beaches and coves with a long-standing nudist tradition amidst varying municipal regulations.
- [Ordering from Temu? New EU €3 Import Fee Starts Next Week – But Don't Panic Buy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/27/ordering-from-temu-new-eu-e3-import-fee-starts-next-week-but-dont-panic-buy/) - A new €3 EU import fee starts on 1 July for many low-value parcels from China. Here's what it means for shoppers in Spain, why there's no need to panic, and how the UK may soon face even bigger changes.
- [Guardia Civil seizes 250 kilo illegally caught bluefin tuna off the coast of Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/guardia-civil-seizes-250-kilo-illegally-caught-bluefin-tuna-off-the-coast-of-villajoyosa/) - The Guardia Civil has seized a 250-kilogram bluefin tuna caught illegally off the coast of Villajoyosa.
- [Two arrested in Torrevieja following burglary in Caravaca de la Cruz](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/two-arrested-in-torrevieja-following-burglary-in-caravaca-de-la-cruz/) - Two suspected burglars have been arrested in Torrevieja by the Guardia Civil following an attempted house break-in in Caravaca de la Cruz.
- [PSOE criticises new Torrevieja police checkpoint as expensive propaganda](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/psoe-criticises-new-torrevieja-police-checkpoint-as-expensive-propaganda/) - The PSOE in Torrevieja has condemned the local government's decision to spend 50,000 euro a year renting private premises for a new police checkpoint, calling it a propaganda stunt that adds no new officers to the streets.
- [Lowest summer police deployment on the Orihuela Costa since 2023 despite population boom](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/lowest-summer-police-deployment-on-the-orihuela-costa-since-2023-despite-population-boom/) - Orihuela Costa faces its lowest summer police deployment since 2023 despite the population swelling to 100,000 residents.
- [Man arrested for assaulting healthcare worker at Elche hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/man-arrested-for-assaulting-healthcare-worker-at-elche-hospital/) - A 43-year-old man has been arrested in Elche for violently attacking an emergency department healthcare worker.
- [Illegal airport parking closed down](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/27/illegal-airport-parking-closed-down/) - Elche City Council and Local Police have shut down an unlicensed 20,000-square-metre car park containing 500 vehicles in Torrellano.
- [Neighbour released after fatal argument in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/neighbour-released-after-fatal-argument-in-denia/) - A resident has been released from custody by a judge after a long-standing argument with a neighbour in Denia ended in a fatal fall.
- [Man arrested in Alicante following collision and domestic violence allegations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/29/man-arrested-in-alicante-following-collision-and-domestic-violence-allegations/) - A 30-year-old man has been arrested in the Babel neighbourhood of Alicante following a collision involving a glass container and two parked cars. The incident occurred near the municipal swimming pools after the man had been involved in an argument with his partner, who has since identified herself as a victim of abuse. Police were
- [Man sentenced to 22 years in prison for sexually abusing his partner's two daughters in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/man-sentenced-to-22-years-in-prison-for-sexually-abusing-his-partners-two-daughters-in-alicante/) - An Alicante court has sentenced a man to over 22 years in prison for a decade of sexual abuse against his former partner's two daughters.
- [Man arrested for stealing cash from elderly at ATM's](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/man-arrested-for-stealing-cash-from-elderly-at-atms/) - A 20-year-old man has been arrested for using distraction techniques to steal 900 euro sums from elderly residents at cash machines across Alicante and Valencia.
- [Six arrested in Torrevieja for multiple robberies with force at residential properties](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/six-arrested-in-torrevieja-for-multiple-robberies-with-force-at-residential-properties/) - Six people have been remanded in prison following a Guardia Civil operation targeting house robberies in Torrevieja.
- [Torrevieja seawall footbridge delayed again as council approves deadline extension](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/torrevieja-seawall-footbridge-delayed-again-as-council-approves-deadline-extension/) - Torrevieja City Council has approved an extra five-month extension for the Levante breakwater footbridge project, pushing completion to November 2026 due to severe underground drilling difficulties.
- [Jet ski chasing dolphins sparks outrage in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/jet-ski-chasing-dolphins-sparks-outrage-in-torrevieja/) - A viral video showing a jet ski chasing dolphins off the coast of Torrevieja has sparked public outrage and renewed calls for responsible boating.
- [Torrevieja to host British Armed Forces Day commemoration with parade](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/torrevieja-to-host-british-armed-forces-day-commemoration-with-parade/) - Torrevieja will celebrate British Armed Forces Day this Saturday with a traditional parade of standards and diplomatic dignitaries.
- [Orihuela Costa - 2,200 homes delayed until water supply is secured by new reservoir](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/orihuela-costa-2200-homes-delayed-until-water-supply-is-secured-by-new-reservoir/) - The construction of 2,200 homes in Cala Mosca remains on hold until Orihuela Council builds a new 2.34 million euro water reservoir to guarantee local supply.
- [Man arrested after death of neighbour in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/man-arrested-after-death-of-neighbour-in-denia/) - A 58-year-old man has been arrested in Denia following a fatal car park fist fight with his neighbour.
- [Vehicle thief operating in Pilar de la Horadada arrested in Cartagena](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/vehicle-thief-operating-in-pilar-de-la-horadada-arrested-in-cartagena/) - The Guardia Civil has caught a prolific vehicle thief in Cartagena who targeted multiple towns including Pilar de la Horadada.
- [Benidorm police union denounces lack of resources and damaged vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/benidorm-police-union-denounces-lack-of-resources-and-damaged-vehicles/) - The main police union in Benidorm has demanded urgent investment after a fire and maintenance failures left vital emergency vehicles and patrol boats out of service.
- [Peruvian fugitive wanted for fraud arrested in Alicante province](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/peruvian-fugitive-wanted-for-fraud-arrested-in-alicante-province/) - A 46-year-old Peruvian woman wanted for a 55,000-dollar vehicle scam has been arrested by the National Police in the Alicante province.
- [Two men arrested as marijuana plantations are dismantled in Sax and Petrer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/two-men-arrested-as-marijuana-plantations-are-dismantled-in-sax-and-petrer/) - Two men have been arrested following a Guardia Civil operation that dismantled two indoor marijuana plantations in Sax and Petrer.
- [Garage fire in Punta Prima residential area](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/garage-fire-in-punta-prima-residential-area/) - Firefighters from Torrevieja spent two hours extinguishing a garage fire in Punta Prima, Orihuela Costa, which was caused by an electric battery.
- [National Police patrol the Hogueras festivities in Alicante during a night of thefts, false alarms and arrests](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/national-police-patrol-the-hogueras-festivities-in-alicante-during-a-night-of-thefts-false-alarms-and-arrests/) - A detailed look inside a six-hour National Police patrol during the busy Hogueras festival night in Alicante.
- [Heatwave results in nine deaths across the Valencian Community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/heatwave-results-in-nine-deaths-across-the-valencian-community/) - Nine people over the age of 65 have died following a period of extreme temperatures across the Valencian Community.
- [Orihuela local police arrest wanted driver after high-speed chase and violent escape attempt](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/orihuela-local-police-arrest-wanted-driver-after-high-speed-chase-and-violent-escape-attempt/) - A wanted driver without a licence has been arrested in Orihuela after testing positive for cocaine, damaging a patrol car, and attempting a dramatic escape.
- [Torrevieja pyromusical fireworks show postponed due to contract delays](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/26/torrevieja-pyromusical-fireworks-show-postponed-due-to-contract-delays/) - Torrevieja has postponed its major June 23rd pyromusical summer fireworks display due to bureaucratic delays in finalising a 154,219 euro annual contract.
- [National Police dismantle international drug trafficking ring operating across Torrevieja and Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/national-police-dismantle-international-drug-trafficking-ring-operating-across-torrevieja-and-alicante/) - The National Police have dismantled an international drug trafficking ring run by Turkish, Albanian, and Spanish nationals operating across Torrevieja, Alicante, and Javea.
- [Business email fraud ring that scammed companies out of 330,000 euro dismantled in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/business-email-fraud-ring-that-scammed-companies-out-of-330000-euro-dismantled-in-alicante/) - The Guardia Civil has broken up a business email fraud ring in Alicante that stole over 330000 euro from companies.
- [Benidorm Local Police install seismic station to monitor ground movements](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/benidorm-local-police-install-seismic-station-to-monitor-ground-movements/) - Benidorm Local Police have installed a permanent seismic station in their headquarters to monitor local ground movements and improve emergency responses.
- [Car destroyed by dramatic fire in the middle of a street in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/car-destroyed-by-dramatic-fire-in-the-middle-of-a-street-in-elche/) - A car has been completely destroyed by a dramatic fire next to a sports complex in Elche after the driver turned on the air conditioning.
- [New flights connecting Alicante and Istanbul launch with four weekly services from Pegasus](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/new-flights-connecting-alicante-and-istanbul-launch-with-four-weekly-services-from-pegasus/) - Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has launched a new route connecting the region to Istanbul four times a week.
- [New road safety rules introduce helmets and reflective vests for electric scooter riders in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/new-road-safety-rules-introduce-helmets-and-reflective-vests-for-electric-scooter-riders-in-spain/) - Spain introduces mandatory helmets, lights and reflective vests at night for electric scooter riders under new traffic regulations.
- [Former Torrevieja council lawyer hands back stolen funds to avoid prison sentence](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/former-torrevieja-council-lawyer-hands-back-stolen-funds-to-avoid-prison-sentence/) - A former Torrevieja City Council lawyer has accepted a two-year suspended prison sentence after returning nearly 37,000 euro of embezzled municipal funds.
- [Torrevieja Pride 2026 brings a week of visibility, culture and celebration of diversity](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/torrevieja-pride-2026-brings-a-week-of-visibility-culture-and-celebration-of-diversity/) - Torrevieja will host a week-long programme of cultural events, talks and a grand final party to celebrate Pride 2026 and promote diversity.
- [Torrevieja courthouse expansion delayed for a third year despite budget allocation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/torrevieja-courthouse-expansion-delayed-for-a-third-year-despite-budget-allocation/) - The expansion of the Torrevieja Courthouse faces ongoing delays as the regional government slashes funding and fails to produce a preliminary design.
- [Call for urgent upgrade to Torrevieja immigration office over staff shortages](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/25/call-for-urgent-upgrade-to-torrevieja-immigration-office-over-staff-shortages/) - Sueña Torrevieja is demanding more resources and staff for the overwhelmed National Police Immigration and Documentation Office on Calle Arquitecto Larramendi.
- [Torrevieja property giant Eden del Mar enters liquidation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/torrevieja-property-giant-eden-del-mar-enters-liquidation/) - The prominent Torrevieja property developer Promociones Edén del Mar has entered liquidation after filing for voluntary bankruptcy with debts reaching 14.2 million euro.
- [Orihuela to regenerate degraded area in Villamartin to improve safety and accessibility](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/orihuela-to-regenerate-degraded-area-in-villamartin-to-improve-safety-and-accessibility/) - Orihuela Town Hall invests over 48,000 euro to transform a degraded plot in Villamartin into a safe and accessible pedestrian zone.
- [Major milestone reached for Alicante and Elche airport rail link project](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/major-milestone-reached-for-alicante-and-elche-airport-rail-link-project/) - The Alicante-Elche airport rail link project takes a major step forward following a favourable environmental impact assessment.
- [Torrevieja Municipal Theatre celebrates 20 years as the cultural heart of the city](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/torrevieja-municipal-theatre-celebrates-20-years-as-the-cultural-heart-of-the-city/) - Torrevieja Municipal Theatre marks its 20th anniversary with a special cultural programme, celebrating two decades and 600,000 spectators.
- [Woman arrested for housing fraud in Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/woman-arrested-for-housing-fraud-in-villajoyosa/) - A 43-year-old woman has been arrested in Benidorm for allegedly scamming a victim out of 11,500 euro through a fraudulent long-term property rental in Villajoyosa.
- [Local police arrest two repeat offenders in La Marina and recover stolen items](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/local-police-arrest-two-repeat-offenders-in-la-marina-and-recover-stolen-items/) - Local Police officers have arrested two repeat offenders and recovered stolen electronics during a weekend patrol in La Marina, Elche.
- [Alicante approves 5.6 million € contract injection to boost neighbourhood cleaning services](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/alicante-approves-5-6-million-e-contract-injection-to-boost-neighbourhood-cleaning-services/) - Alicante injects 5.6 million euro into its neighborhood cleaning contract to add 22 vehicles and up to 130 workers.
- [Orihuela Costa schools face severe overcrowding and health hazards](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/orihuela-costa-schools-face-severe-overcrowding-and-health-hazards/) - Orihuela Costa schools are facing severe overcrowding with 1,730 students crammed into 1,260 places, alongside a health hazard complaint over sewage spills.
- [Torrevieja launches tender for the first stalls of the port craft market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/torrevieja-launches-tender-for-the-first-stalls-of-the-port-craft-market/) - Torrevieja City Council has launched a 1.3 million euro tender for the first 40 craft market stalls at the port.
- [Benidorm initiates summer security operation to bolster beach safety](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/24/benidorm-initiates-summer-security-operation-to-bolster-beach-safety/) - Benidorm has deployed a dedicated police unit, drone surveillance, and a new safety campaign to protect beachgoers throughout the busy summer season.
- [Where bonfires are allowed or banned on Alicante beaches for the night of San Juan](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/where-bonfires-are-allowed-or-banned-on-alicante-beaches-for-the-night-of-san-juan/) - A guide to the changing rules and local bans regarding beach bonfires across Alicante municipalities for the night of San Juan.
- [Loggerhead turtle Diana returns to Denia for third consecutive year to lay 106 eggs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/loggerhead-turtle-diana-returns-to-denia-for-third-consecutive-year-to-lay-106-eggs/) - A famous loggerhead turtle named Diana has returned to a Denia beach for the third consecutive year to lay 106 eggs.
- [Car-theft ring smuggling high-end vehicles across Europe dismantled in Alicante province](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/car-theft-ring-smuggling-high-end-vehicles-across-europe-dismantled-in-alicante-province/) - The Guardia Civil has broken up a major criminal network operating across Bigastro, Torrevieja, and San Juan that stole luxury cars using advanced key-cloning technology and ran a clandestine drug lab.
- [Two die in separate drowning incidents in Pilar de la Horadada and Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/two-die-in-separate-drowning-incidents-in-pilar-de-la-horadada-and-torrevieja/) - A 24-year-old man from Balsicas has tragically drowned outside lifeguard hours at Mil Palmeras beach in Pilar de la Horadada.
- [Prison for two arrested for moving cocaine and cannabis in hidden vehicle compartments](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/prison-for-two-arrested-for-moving-cocaine-and-cannabis-in-hidden-vehicle-compartments/) - Two people have been imprisoned after an anti-drug operation in Novelda and Aspe uncovered hidden vehicle compartments loaded with cocaine and cannabis.
- [Calls for halt on municipal plot sales on the Orihuela Costa to focus on affordable housing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/calls-for-halt-on-municipal-plot-sales-on-the-orihuela-costa-to-focus-on-affordable-housing/) - Ciudadanos Orihuela is demanding a halt to the sale of three municipal plots in Orihuela Costa to prioritize affordable housing over tourism.
- [Torrevieja Council faces intervention over gridlocked La Hoya residential development](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/torrevieja-council-faces-intervention-over-gridlocked-la-hoya-residential-development/) - Torrevieja City Council may have to intervene in the La Hoya urban development project as internal disputes between developers paralyse essential public infrastructure and housing programmes.
- [An eight-minute race against time as police officers save a man's life](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/an-eight-minute-race-against-time-as-police-officers-save-a-mans-life/) - Five heroic police officers successfully revive a man following a sudden heart attack in Elche.
- [Driver arrested in Elche following a hit and run](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/driver-arrested-in-elche-following-a-hit-and-run/) - A commercial van driver has been arrested in Elche following a week-long investigation into a serious hit-and-run incident in the Las Saladas industrial estate.
- [Iberia announces significant changes to hand luggage rules](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/23/iberia-announces-significant-changes-to-hand-luggage-rules/) - Iberia is altering its hand luggage rules and changing the names of cabin baggage items from 23rd June.
- [Synthetic cannabis sparks surge in psychotic episodes among Alicante youth](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/synthetic-cannabis-sparks-surge-in-psychotic-episodes-among-alicante-youth/) - Proyecto Hombre Alicante warns of a rise in psychotic episodes among youth due to highly toxic synthetic cannabis.
- [Orihuela proposes Torremendo reservoir for Torrevieja desalination solar plant](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/orihuela-proposes-torremendo-reservoir-for-torrevieja-desalination-solar-plant/) - The Orihuela Chamber of Commerce has proposed the La Pedrera reservoir as the location for a solar plant to power the Torrevieja desalination facility.
- [Elche beach bars delayed until July following tender hold-ups](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/elche-beach-bars-delayed-until-july-following-tender-hold-ups/) - Beach bars across Elche face opening delays until July following tender processes and late Coastal Authority approval.
- [Weapons, illegal fireworks and drugs found in nightclub during police operation in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/weapons-illegal-fireworks-and-drugs-found-in-nightclub-during-police-operation-in-denia/) - Denia Local Police seize drugs, illegal fireworks and a weapon during a major night-time security and traffic operation.
- [Firefighters rescue six trapped in Alicante parking garage lift](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/20/firefighters-rescue-six-trapped-in-alicante-parking-garage-lift/) - Six people have been rescued by firefighters after being trapped for an hour in an Alicante parking garage lift.
- [Torrevieja will pay 300,000 euros on renting the new Local Police headquarters in the city centre.](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/torrevieja-will-pay-300000-euros-on-renting-the-new-local-police-headquarters-in-the-city-centre/) - Torrevieja City Council has approved the lease of a centrally located 700-square-metre building to house a new local police station until 2032.
- [Orihuela to review controversial waste contract in next plenary session](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/orihuela-to-review-controversial-waste-contract-in-next-plenary-session/) - Orihuela Mayor Pepe Vegara is proposing an official review to declare a controversial 2008 waste contract null and void following criminal convictions.
- [Torrevieja will again allow bonfires on the beach to celebrate San Juan](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/torrevieja-will-again-allow-bonfires-on-the-beach-to-celebrate-san-juan/) - Torrevieja will permit the traditional San Juan bonfires on four designated beaches under strict security and wood controls.
- [Fuel prices fall in Spain as Middle Eastern tensions ease](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/fuel-prices-fall-in-spain-as-middle-eastern-tensions-ease/) - Fuel prices in Spain have dropped to their lowest levels in months following a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran.
- [Da Vinci Robotic Surgery Helps Preserve Urinary Continence and Sexual Function Following Prostate Cancer Treatment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/da-vinci-robotic-surgery-helps-preserve-urinary-continence-and-sexual-function-following-prostate-cancer-treatment/) - On the occasion of World Prostate Cancer Day, specialists at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja are highlighting radical prostatectomy as one of the most effective treatments for localised prostate cancer.
- [Benidorm street cleaning contract remains stalled five months after bidding opened](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/benidorm-street-cleaning-contract-remains-stalled-five-months-after-bidding-opened/) - Benidorm's major 250 million euro street cleaning contract remains stalled five months after bids were opened.
- [Two estate agents jailed for rigging a wedding to empty retiree's bank accounts in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/two-estate-agents-jailed-for-rigging-a-wedding-to-empty-retirees-bank-accounts-in-benidorm/) - A father and son running a Benidorm estate agency have been sentenced to prison for arranging a lockdown wedding to embezzle 100,000 euro from an elderly retiree.
- [Alicante province hospitals to close hundreds of beds this summer including in Torrevieja and Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/22/alicante-province-hospitals-to-close-hundreds-of-beds-this-summer-including-in-torrevieja-and-elche/) - The Valencian Health Ministry will shut around 750 hospital beds in Alicante province this summer, though Torrevieja Hospital will remain at full capacity.
- [Court releases the drunk driver who fled after an accident in El Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/court-releases-the-drunk-driver-who-fled-after-an-accident-in-el-campello/) - A drunk driver who allegedly fled a crash that injured a young motorcyclist in El Campello has been released on bail by an Alicante court.
- [This is the date on which the Torrevieja bus will no longer be free for registered residents](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/this-is-the-date-on-which-the-torrevieja-bus-will-no-longer-be-free-for-registered-residents/) - Torrevieja City Council and Avanza plan to launch a new paid urban bus service on 1 July featuring twelve lines and updated fare options.
- [Orihuela municipal council to invest over 115000 euro in swimming pool renovations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/orihuela-municipal-council-to-invest-over-115000-euro-in-swimming-pool-renovations/) - Orihuela Town Council is investing 115,251 euro to upgrade and modernise four municipal swimming pools within 45 days.
- [Alicante National Police dismantle central drug dealing hotspot and arrest 64-year-old man](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/alicante-national-police-dismantle-central-drug-dealing-hotspot-and-arrest-64-year-old-man/) - National Police have shut down a prominent drug dealing location in central Alicante and arrested a 64-year-old man.
- [One in three vehicles skips required vehicle inspections in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/one-in-three-vehicles-skips-required-vehicle-inspections-in-spain/) - One in three vehicles in Spain is evading mandatory vehicle inspections, leaving millions of unverified cars on the road alongside high failure rates for those that do attend.
- [Court orders eviction of occupied Solebello Hotel in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/court-orders-eviction-of-occupied-solebello-hotel-in-torrevieja/) - The Court of First Instance of Torrevieja has ordered the eviction and closure of the occupied Solebello Hotel in La Mata following fraudulent rental contracts and security complaints.
- [Torrevieja natural pools reopen after water quality returns to safe levels](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/torrevieja-natural-pools-reopen-after-water-quality-returns-to-safe-levels/) - The natural pools along the Juan Aparicio Promenade in Torrevieja have reopened to the public after water tests confirmed pollution levels have returned to safe limits.
- [Searches in Torrevieja uncover stolen items from motorists on the AP7 motorway](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/searches-in-torrevieja-uncover-stolen-items-from-motorists-on-the-ap7-motorway/) - Property searches in Torrevieja have uncovered cash and stolen valuables following the arrest of four men targeting motorists on the AP7 motorway.
- [Two fugitives arrested in Callosa de Segura after three years on the run](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/two-fugitives-arrested-in-callosa-de-segura-after-three-years-on-the-run/) - Two fugitives wanted for attempted homicide have been detained in Callosa de Segura after three years on the run.
- [Orihuela to bring its museums to life with a summer night programme](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/orihuela-to-bring-its-museums-to-life-with-a-summer-night-programme/) - Orihuela is launching a special summer night programme packed with workshops, live music and museum sleepovers to rediscover local culture.
- [Two people arrested for attempted burglary in Javea residential area](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/two-people-arrested-for-attempted-burglary-in-javea-residential-area/) - Two suspects have been arrested by Local Police in Javea after a resident reported them breaking into a property in the Laborinquen neighbourhood.
- [PSOE denounces imbalance in Alicante transport contract](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/psoe-denounces-imbalance-in-alicante-transport-contract/) - The PSOE has filed formal objections against the new Alicante transport contract, claiming it unfairly favours airport links over connections to outlying rural districts.
- [Health ministry plans 33 million euro expansion for Elche General Hospital with new care building](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/19/health-ministry-plans-33-million-euro-expansion-for-elche-general-hospital-with-new-care-building/) - Elche General University Hospital will undergo a major 33 million euro expansion including a new 13,000 square metre care building and 22 operating theatres.
- [Man sentenced to 22 years in prison for sexually assaulting his two underage stepdaughters](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/man-sentenced-to-22-years-in-prison-for-sexually-assaulting-his-two-underage-stepdaughters/) - A 46-year-old man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for sexually assaulting his two young stepdaughters for nearly a decade in Altea.A 46-year-old man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for sexually assaulting his two young stepdaughters for nearly a decade in Altea.
- [Torrevieja beach area temporarily closed after water quality protocol activated](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/torrevieja-beach-area-temporarily-closed-after-water-quality-protocol-activated/) - A bathing area at the natural pools of Paseo Juan Aparicio in Torrevieja has been temporarily closed as a preventative measure following the activation of a water quality protocol.
- [AI to answer calls at Valencian health centres in appointment booking shake up](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/ai-to-answer-calls-at-valencian-health-centres-in-appointment-booking-shake-up/) - Valencian health centres will use artificial intelligence virtual assistants to answer calls and manage patient appointments under an 18.7 million euro digital transformation plan.
- [Three kilometres of copper stolen from Murcia airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/three-kilometres-of-copper-stolen-from-murcia-airport/) - Eleven men have been arrested by the Guardia Civil for stealing three kilometres of airport lighting cable in Murcia.
- [Elche CF main sponsor role is vacant once again](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/elche-cf-main-sponsor-role-is-vacant-once-again/) - The main shirt sponsorship for Elche CF is up for grabs as the current contract with VegaFibra expires this June.
- [Massive Counterfeit Football Kit Ring Smashed Ahead of World Cup](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/massive-counterfeit-football-kit-ring-smashed-ahead-of-world-cup/) - Police have arrested 95 people in Elche, Denia, and across Spain after seizing 16 tonnes of fake World Cup football kits worth seven million euro.
- [Failed ram-raid attempt as forklift truck gets stuck in shop front](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/failed-ram-raid-attempt-as-forklift-truck-gets-stuck-in-shop-front/) - A botched ram-raid at a tobacconist in San Bartolomé failed after the thieves jammed their forklift truck into the wall.
- [Almoradi officially opens major school renovation following two million euro overhaul](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/almoradi-officially-opens-major-school-renovation-following-two-million-euro-overhaul/) - Almoradi Council has officially inaugurated a major 2.2 million euro overhaul of CEIP Canales y Martinez, transforming the municipality's oldest school with modern facilities and full air conditioning.
- [Orihuela reinforces preventative mosquito treatments along the Segura river](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/orihuela-reinforces-preventative-mosquito-treatments-along-the-segura-river/) - Orihuela Town Hall has stepped up preventative mosquito treatments along the Segura river due to a temporary drop in water levels caused by weir maintenance.
- [Torrevieja prepares for traditional sardine festival in La Mata with live music and free food](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/18/torrevieja-prepares-for-traditional-sardine-festival-in-la-mata-with-live-music-and-free-food/) - Torrevieja will host the traditional Sardine Festival in La Mata this Sunday featuring free food, a live DJ and a foam cannon.
- [Alicante council bans beach bonfires and street drinking again for San Juan night](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/alicante-council-bans-beach-bonfires-and-street-drinking-again-for-san-juan-night/) - Alicante City Council has announced a ban on bonfires and street drinking on city beaches during San Juan night to ensure safety and cleanliness.
- [Alicante to distribute 50,000 wristbands to prevent lost children on beaches this summer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/alicante-to-distribute-50000-wristbands-to-prevent-lost-children-on-beaches-this-summer/) - Alicante City Council is introducing 50,000 waterproof identification wristbands and new marine wildlife signage this summer to boost safety on its beaches.
- [Major jobs fair in Torrevieja secures hundreds of employment opportunities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/torrevieja-hosted-over-400-job-opportunities-at-the-inaugural-vega-baja-emplea-regional-fair/) - Torrevieja has hosted the first Vega Baja Emplea regional fair, bringing together 50 companies and offering more than 400 jobs.
- [Orihuela Costa school community protests over health hazards and structural damage at Los Dolses](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/orihuela-costa-school-community-protests-over-health-hazards-and-structural-damage-at-los-dolses/) - Parents and staff at Los Dolses school in Orihuela Costa are protesting over severe health hazards and structural sinking.
- [Footballer Rafa Mir sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for sexual assault and injury in Betera](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/footballer-rafa-mir-sentenced-to-eight-and-a-half-years-in-prison-for-sexual-assault-and-injury-in-betera/) - Footballer Rafa Mir has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for sexual assault and injury at his home in Betera.
- [Body of a snorkeller found floating in the waters of Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/body-of-a-snorkeller-found-floating-in-the-waters-of-calpe/) - The body of a 78-year-old Swiss snorkeller has been found floating in a rugged coastal area of Calpe.
- [Jacarilla will transform the old irrigation tank at the Palace of the Marques de Fontalba with a 120,000 euro investment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/jacarilla-will-transform-the-old-irrigation-tank-at-the-palace-of-the-marques-de-fontalba-with-a-120000-euro-investment/) - Jacarilla Council is investing nearly 120000 euro to modernise a historic palace irrigation tank and create a new public cultural space.
- [Benidorm bars prepare 50,000 litres of beer for England World Cup debut](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/benidorm-bars-prepare-50000-litres-of-beer-for-england-world-cup-debut/) - Benidorm bars have stocked 50,000 litres of beer ahead of England's World Cup opening match against Croatia.
- [Two arrested following copper thefts from street lighting in Alicante and Valencia towns](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/two-arrested-following-copper-thefts-from-street-lighting-in-alicante-and-valencia-towns/) - Two men have been arrested by the Guardia Civil following a string of copper thefts from street lights and electric vehicle chargers across Alicante and Valencia municipalities.
- [La Nucia to host Spanish Weightlifting Championship on 20th and 21st June](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/la-nucia-to-host-spanish-weightlifting-championship-on-20th-and-21st-june/) - La Nucia will host the Absolute Spanish Weightlifting Championship at the La Muixara pavilion on 20 and 21 June.
- [Married couple face three years in prison for failing to register 24 workers in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/married-couple-face-three-years-in-prison-for-failing-to-register-24-workers-in-alicante/) - A married couple face three years in prison each for allegedly failing to register 24 cleaning company employees in Alicante.
- [Torrevieja youth representatives participate in European Parliament campus in Brussels](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/17/torrevieja-youth-representatives-participate-in-european-parliament-campus-in-brussels/) - Torrevieja youth leaders travel to Brussels to join nearly 200 young people at the European Parliament for progressive political workshops.
- [Alicante neighbourhood brawl over loud party ends with nine arrests and gunfire](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/alicante-neighbourhood-brawl-over-loud-party-ends-with-nine-arrests-and-gunfire/) - A neighbourhood dispute over a loud party in Alicante escalated into a violent brawl involving gunfire, leaving three injured and resulting in nine arrests.
- [Motorcyclist killed and passenger seriously injured in Villajoyosa crash](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/motorcyclist-killed-and-passenger-seriously-injured-in-villajoyosa-crash/) - A 35-year-old motorcyclist has died and a 24-year-old woman is seriously injured after a crash on the N-332 in Villajoyosa.
- [Construction plans approved for Torrevieja Sea and Salt Museum complex](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/construction-plans-approved-for-torrevieja-sea-and-salt-museum-complex/) - Torrevieja City Council has approved a €15.4 million tender for the construction of the Sea and Salt Museum complex and surrounding historic promenades.
- [La Nucia local police add new motorbikes to fleet to improve emergency response](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/la-nucia-local-police-add-new-motorbikes-to-fleet-to-improve-emergency-response/) - La Nucia Local Police have upgraded their mobile fleet by introducing two new 350 cc scooters to improve response times and replace older vehicles.
- [Young man arrested in Alicante for 30,000 euro bank manager scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/young-man-arrested-in-alicante-for-30000-euro-bank-manager-scam/) - A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Alicante for stealing 30,000 euro from a victim after posing as a bank manager during a fraudulent security call.
- [Three men arrested in Torrevieja for national bank fraud scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/three-men-arrested-in-torrevieja-for-national-bank-fraud-scam/) - Three men have been arrested in Torrevieja by the Guardia Civil for running a nationwide bank fraud operation using fake text messages and phone calls.
- [Torrevieja council delays completion of port and fishing pier redevelopment until August](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/torrevieja-council-delays-completion-of-port-and-fishing-pier-redevelopment-until-august/) - Torrevieja local government board has approved a second contract extension for the port and fishing pier redevelopment, pushing the completion deadline to August.
- [AI and genetics combine in Elche to pioneer personalised cancer treatments](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/ai-and-genetics-combine-in-elche-to-pioneer-personalised-cancer-treatments/) - A pioneering research team in Elche is combining artificial intelligence and genetics to tailor chemotherapy doses to individual patients and reduce side effects.
- [Summer brings squatting threat to second homes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/16/summer-brings-squatting-threat-to-second-homes/) - Property owners heading to Alicante for the summer face a growing threat of squatting, discovering their homes occupied only upon arrival.
- [Start date for the 2026-2027 school year confirmed in the Valencian Community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/start-date-for-the-2026-2027-school-year-confirmed-in-the-valencian-community/) - The official school calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year in the Valencian Community has been finalized with a total of 179 school days.
- [Orihuela Council installs new solar-powered street lighting across Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/orihuela-council-installs-new-solar-powered-street-lighting-across-orihuela-costa/) - Orihuela Council has installed 20 solar-powered LED street lights to boost pedestrian safety and sustainability across key areas of Orihuela Costa.
- [Man arrested in Elche for stealing collectible toy pieces valued at 10,000 euro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/man-arrested-in-elche-for-stealing-collectible-toy-pieces-valued-at-10000-euro/) - A 31-year-old man has been arrested in Elche for breaking into a neighbour's home in Torrellano and stealing exclusive building-block toy collectibles worth over 10,000 euro.
- [Ciudad de la Luz launches new digital platform to attract film productions to Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/ciudad-de-la-luz-launches-new-digital-platform-to-attract-film-productions-to-alicante/) - Ciudad de la Luz has launched an innovative multilingual digital platform featuring an interactive shooting simulator to attract global film productions to Alicante.
- [Fugitive wanted in Algeria for money laundering arrested in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/fugitive-wanted-in-algeria-for-money-laundering-arrested-in-alicante/) - A 46-year-old fugitive wanted by Algerian authorities for money laundering and international smuggling has been arrested by National Police officers in Alicante.
- [Torrevieja education expanded with the official creation of a new school in Mar Azul](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/torrevieja-education-expanded-with-the-official-creation-of-a-new-school-in-mar-azul-2/) - The Consell approved the decree on Friday, 12th June, to create the Infant and Primary Education School (CEIP) Number 16 in Torrevieja, located in the Mar Azul urbanisation. This move aims to strengthen the educational offering of the municipality and address the planned schooling requirements for future years. The immediate necessity for the facility is
- [Motorcyclist dies in Alicante after crashing into pavement](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/motorcyclist-dies-in-alicante-after-crashing-into-pavement/) - A 47-year-old motorcyclist has died after colliding with a pavement on Avenida Villajoyosa in Alicante.
- [Man injured after ninth floor hotel balcony collapses](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/13/man-injured-after-ninth-floor-hotel-balcony-collapses/) - A man in his 50s has been hospitalised after a ninth-floor balcony collapsed into a hotel swimming pool in Cartagena.
- [National Police arrest 28 people and seize 30kg of cocaine in major operation across Murcia, Alicante and Valencia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/national-police-arrest-28-people-and-seize-30kg-of-cocaine-in-major-operation-across-murcia-alicante-and-valencia/) - National Police officers have dismantled a major drug trafficking network in the Levante region, arresting 28 people and seizing cash, firearms and kilograms of drugs.
- [Torrevieja student achieves top university entrance exam score in Valencia region](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/torrevieja-student-achieves-top-university-entrance-exam-score-in-valencia-region/) - A Torrevieja student has achieved the highest university entrance score in the Valencian Community and plans to study medicine.
- [Twenty applicants fail Orihuela taxi exam as questions on local history and culture spark fury](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/twenty-applicants-fail-orihuela-taxi-exam-as-questions-on-local-history-and-culture-spark-fury/) - Only two out of 22 candidates passed the Orihuela taxi licence exam after being hit with obscure questions on local history, culture, and geography.
- [Woman accused of throwing dogs from eighth floor balcony adopts a new dog while awaiting trial](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/woman-accused-of-throwing-dogs-from-eighth-floor-balcony-adopts-a-new-dog-while-awaiting-trial/) - An Alicante woman accused of killing her two Yorkshire Terriers by throwing them from an eighth-floor window has caused alarm after adopting a new dog while awaiting trial.
- [Czech woman escapes car boot after two days of captivity and assault](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/czech-woman-escapes-car-boot-after-two-days-of-captivity-and-assault/) - A Czech woman managed to escape from the boot of her own car in Petrer after being held captive and assaulted for two days by compatriots she had taken into her Guardamar home.
- [Construction of 822 public subsidised homes to begin in Torrevieja under Vive Plan](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/construction-of-822-public-subsidised-homes-to-begin-in-torrevieja-under-vive-plan/) - Construction begins on 822 public subsidized homes in Torrevieja under the regional Vive Plan.
- [Torrevieja education expanded with the official creation of a new school in Mar Azul](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/torrevieja-education-expanded-with-the-official-creation-of-a-new-school-in-mar-azul/) - The Consell has officially approved the creation of CEIP Number 16 in the Mar Azul urbanisation of Torrevieja to meet growing student demand.
- [Rojales deploys roaming surveillance cameras to crack down on illegal waste dumping](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/15/rojales-deploys-roaming-surveillance-cameras-to-crack-down-on-illegal-waste-dumping/) - Rojales City Council has equipped local police with mobile surveillance cameras to catch and penalise fly-tippers.
- [Torrevieja leisure complex to open as municipal works fall behind schedule](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/torrevieja-leisure-complex-to-open-as-municipal-works-fall-behind-schedule/) - The private Paseo del Mar Leisure Centre in Torrevieja opens this week with a drone show and 17 restaurants, despite municipal redevelopment and road works falling significantly behind schedule.
- [Police arrest man in Crevillent for sexual indecency in front of minors](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/police-arrest-man-in-crevillent-for-sexual-indecency-in-front-of-minors/) - Local police in Crevillent have swiftly arrested a man for committing acts of sexual indecency in front of minors.
- [Wave of thefts hits Elche as schools, building sites and businesses targeted](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/wave-of-thefts-hits-elche-as-schools-building-sites-and-businesses-targeted/) - A wave of thefts has struck Elche after two men targeted local schools, building sites and businesses.
- [Elche firefighters rescue couple trapped after large tree branch crushes car](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/elche-firefighters-rescue-couple-trapped-after-large-tree-branch-crushes-car/) - Firefighters in Elche successfully cut a couple free from their car after a massive tree branch collapsed onto the vehicle on Calle Jorge Juan.
- [Murder trial in Alicante for couple accused of killing and dismembering homeowner](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/murder-trial-in-alicante-for-couple-accused-of-killing-and-dismembering-homeowner/) - A couple face 17 years in prison at a trial in Alicante for allegedly killing a homeowner, dismembering his body, and burning the remains to steal his property and pension.
- [Orihuela launches buses every 35 minutes to the coast and 17 daily trips to Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/orihuela-launches-buses-every-35-minutes-to-the-coast-and-17-daily-trips-to-alicante/) - Orihuela has significantly expanded its public transport network with upgraded bus routes to Alicante, Elche, Torrevieja and the coast.
- [Beach medical clinics to open in Alicante province this summer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/beach-medical-clinics-to-open-in-alicante-province-this-summer/) - Beach medical clinics and healthcare reinforcements will open across Alicante coastal municipalities this summer.
- [Vehicle fire causes two-kilometre tailbacks on AP-7 motorway near Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/vehicle-fire-causes-two-kilometre-tailbacks-on-ap-7-motorway-near-villajoyosa/) - A vehicle fire on the AP-7 near Villajoyosa blocked Valencia-bound lanes and caused kilometres of tailbacks this Thursday.
- [Expat Centre to Host Scam Awareness and Prevention Talk in Quesada on 17 June](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/expat-centre-to-host-scam-awareness-and-prevention-talk-in-quesada-on-17-june/) - The Expat Centre in Ciudad Quesada will host a Scam Awareness and Prevention Talk on 17 June at 11:00 am. The free event will provide practical advice on recognising scams, protecting personal information and avoiding fraud.
- [Torrevieja upgrades Aromatic Park with new Mediterranean plantings](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/torrevieja-upgrades-aromatic-park-with-new-mediterranean-plantings/) - Torrevieja Town Hall has introduced new Mediterranean plants and upgraded irrigation systems to enhance the city's Aromatic Park.
- [Twelve people arrested for selling counterfeit clothes at Denia market with over 2000 items seized](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/twelve-people-arrested-for-selling-counterfeit-clothes-at-denia-market-with-over-2000-items-seized/) - Twelve stallholders have been arrested in Denia after a joint police raid at a weekly market uncovered 2,277 counterfeit garments and bags.
- [British, German and Polish tourists lead summer bookings with Ryanair to visit Alicante and the Costa Blanca](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/british-german-and-polish-tourists-lead-summer-bookings-with-ryanair-to-visit-alicante-and-the-costa-blanca/) - British, German and Polish holidaymakers are driving record summer demand for Ryanair flights to Alicante and the Costa Blanca.
- [Guardia Civil dismantles violent gang targeting the elderly in loving hug robberies](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/guardia-civil-dismantles-violent-gang-targeting-the-elderly-in-loving-hug-robberies/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested four members of a violent travelling gang targeting elderly people with "loving hug" jewellery thefts.
- [Valencia to host the Gay Games as thousands of global participants prepare to arrive](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/valencia-to-host-the-gay-games-as-thousands-of-global-participants-prepare-to-arrive/) - Valencia is preparing to make history as it welcomes over 10,000 global participants for the Gay Games XII.
- [Five companies compete for the two million euro Casa Grande industrial estate redevelopment in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/five-companies-compete-for-the-two-million-euro-casa-grande-industrial-estate-redevelopment-in-torrevieja/) - Five firms have had their bids accepted for the 1.98 million euro first phase upgrade of the Casa Grande industrial estate in Torrevieja.
- [Alicante forced to correct Local Police exam after a quarter of questions found to be incorrect](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/alicante-forced-to-correct-local-police-exam-after-a-quarter-of-questions-found-to-be-incorrect/) - Alicante City Council has been forced to remark a Local Police recruitment exam after discovery of 13 incorrect questions.
- [Alicante council fails to send all requested emails in public housing investigation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/alicante-council-fails-to-send-all-requested-emails-in-public-housing-investigation/) - Alicante council has failed to hand over the full timeframe of emails requested by a judge investigating public housing irregularities.
- [World Cup fever hits Benidorm as rising flight numbers from the UK force increased security](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/12/world-cup-fever-hits-benidorm-as-rising-flight-numbers-from-the-uk-force-increased-security/) - Benidorm City Council has launched a special security operation after a sharp rise in flights from the UK ahead of the World Cup.
- [Spain women's national volleyball team returns to Alicante for European League matches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/spain-womens-national-volleyball-team-returns-to-alicante-for-european-league-matches/) - Spain's unbeaten women's national volleyball team returns to the Pedro Ferrándiz pavilion in Alicante this weekend for European League matches against North Macedonia and Azerbaijan.
- [El Campello police seize bolt cutters and dozens of spray cans from suspected vandals](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/el-campello-police-seize-bolt-cutters-and-dozens-of-spray-cans-from-suspected-vandals/) - Local police in El Campello discovered an arsenal of spray cans and bolt cutters during a routine vehicle check.
- [Alicante and Elche educational institutes pioneer artificial intelligence project to assist people with speech disorders](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/alicante-and-elche-educational-institutes-pioneer-artificial-intelligence-project-to-assist-people-with-speech-disorders/) - Vocational training institutes in Alicante and Elche have developed an AI project using 43,000 voice samples to help individuals with speech disorders communicate independently.
- [PP claims Alcoy Council will pay nearly 8,000 euro in late payment interest for public works](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/pp-claims-alcoy-council-will-pay-nearly-8000-euro-in-late-payment-interest-for-public-works/) - The PP has criticized Alcoy City Council for being forced by a court ruling to pay nearly 8,000 euro in late interest over delayed payments for the Cervantes pedestrian walkway.
- [Alicante joins an international trial for the treatment of a rare blood cancer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/alicante-joins-an-international-trial-for-the-treatment-of-a-rare-blood-cancer/) - The Doctor Balmis University General Hospital in Alicante will participate in an international clinical trial seeking to improve the treatment of myelofibrosis, a rare type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow. Blood cancers are the fifth most common cancer in the population. Myelofibrosis is a type of neoplasm in which the bone marrow
- [How Denia Local Police are using real-time images from 250 street cameras](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/how-denia-local-police-are-using-real-time-images-from-250-street-cameras/) - Denia Local Police have launched a real time monitoring system with 250 AI-powered street cameras to tackle crime, accidents, and vandalism.
- [Woman arrested after stabbing in Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/woman-arrested-after-stabbing-in-villajoyosa/) - A person has been hospitalised and an attacker arrested after a stabbing during a street fight in Villajoyosa.
- [Torrevieja animal shelter faces further delays and budget increase due to construction and feral chicken issues](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/11/torrevieja-animal-shelter-faces-further-delays-and-budget-increase-due-to-construction-and-feral-chicken-issues/) - Torrevieja City Council has granted a six-month extension and approved a budget increase for the municipal animal shelter construction due to operational difficulties and complications from housing feral chickens.
- [Shopkeeper saves three-year-old boy from drowning in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/shopkeeper-saves-three-year-old-boy-from-drowning-in-elche/) - A quick-thinking resident has saved the life of a three-year-old boy by pulling him from the bottom of a private swimming pool in Elche and performing successful CPR.
- [Orihuela police intercept thieves stealing 350 kilos of lemons](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/orihuela-police-intercept-thieves-stealing-350-kilos-of-lemons/) - Orihuela Local Police have recovered 350 kilos of stolen lemons in La Matanza after a quick-thinking property owner raised the alarm.
- [Los Montesinos secures three hour earlier start for first bus to Alicante following municipal complaint](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/los-montesinos-secures-three-hour-earlier-start-for-first-bus-to-alicante-following-municipal-complaint/) - Los Montesinos council successfully campaigns to bring the first daily bus service to Alicante forward by three hours from 11 June.
- [Stranded 23-metre yacht towed to Alicante port after engine failure](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/stranded-23-metre-yacht-towed-to-alicante-port-after-engine-failure/) - A 23-metre yacht has been safely towed to Alicante port by Maritime Rescue after losing engine power and drifting dangerously close to rocks.
- [Valencian health department launches home delivery system for diabetic glucose monitors](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/valencian-health-department-launches-home-delivery-system-for-diabetic-glucose-monitors/) - The Valencian Health Department is introducing a home delivery service for diabetic glucose monitoring devices to improve patient accessibility.
- [Ryanair and EasyJet slash fares causing alarm across the aviation sector](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/ryanair-and-easyjet-slash-fares-causing-alarm-across-the-aviation-sector/) - Airlines including Ryanair, EasyJet and Jet2 have triggered a summer price war with extraordinary fare cuts across Europe.
- [Missing man with Alzheimer's found down embankment in Pilar de la Horadada](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/missing-man-with-alzheimers-found-down-embankment-in-pilar-de-la-horadada/) - An 81-year-old Alzheimer's patient has been rescued and hospitalised after being found down an embankment next to the N-332 in Pilar de la Horadada.
- [Torrevieja strengthens Local Police fleet with eight new vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/torrevieja-strengthens-local-police-fleet-with-eight-new-vehicles/) - Torrevieja City Council has invested 325,770 euro to boost its Local Police fleet with eight new specialised vehicles.
- [Man arrested in Torrevieja for immediate deportation after beating cat to death](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/man-arrested-in-torrevieja-for-immediate-deportation-after-beating-cat-to-death/) - The National Police have arrested a man in Torrevieja for immediate deportation after he was sentenced to a five-year expulsion for brutally beating his ex-partner's cat to death.
- [Major flood control dredging project in Guardamar del Segura nears completion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/10/major-flood-control-dredging-project-in-guardamar-del-segura-nears-completion/) - The Generalitat has completed 96% of its dredging work in Guardamar del Segura, removing 80,000 cubic metres of sludge as part of a 16 million euro flood prevention scheme.
- [Investigation launched after body discovered floating off La Mata beach in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/investigation-launched-after-body-discovered-floating-off-la-mata-beach-in-torrevieja/) - Emergency services are investigating after paddle surfers discovered a body floating off La Mata beach in Torrevieja.
- [Torrevieja to compensate woman after beach walkway fall](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/torrevieja-to-compensate-woman-after-beach-walkway-fall/) - Torrevieja City Council will pay 7,052 euro to a pedestrian who suffered serious fractures after falling on a broken wooden walkway at La Mata beach.
- [Orihuela launches 21 million euro coastal land auction for infrastructure](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/orihuela-launches-21-million-euro-coastal-land-auction-for-infrastructure/) - Orihuela City Council has launched a public auction for three coastal land plots, aiming to raise at least 21.6 million euro entirely for local infrastructure investments.
- [El Campello Installs Colourblind-Friendly Beach Safety Flags](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/el-campello-installs-colourblind-friendly-beach-safety-flags/) - El Campello is boosting beach accessibility by installing new safety flags that use unique geometric symbols to help colour-blind visitors identify swimming conditions.
- [University of Alicante develop electromagnetic system to deter jellyfish from beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/university-of-alicante-develop-electromagnetic-system-to-deter-jellyfish-from-beaches/) - Researchers at the University of Alicante have developed a harmless electromagnetic buoy system to deter jellyfish from beaches and industrial coastal sites.
- [Police union denounces 'abandoned and overwhelmed' Torrevieja immigration office](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/police-union-denounces-abandoned-and-overwhelmed-torrevieja-immigration-office/) - The Jupol police union has demanded an urgent meeting to address the overwhelmed and precarious conditions at the Torrevieja Documentation Unit.
- [Man arrested in Torrevieja for violent robberies and extortion of residents and shopkeepers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/man-arrested-in-torrevieja-for-violent-robberies-and-extortion-of-residents-and-shopkeepers/) - A 21-year-old man has been remanded in custody after being arrested by the Guardia Civil for extortion, violent robbery, and vehicle theft targeting businesses in Torrevieja.
- [Prison after police seize twenty kilos of cocaine hidden in a van in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/prison-after-police-seize-twenty-kilos-of-cocaine-hidden-in-a-van-in-alicante/) - The Provincial Court of Alicante has jailed a driver for ten years after police discovered 20 kilos of cocaine hidden inside an industrial machine.
- [Massive police raid targets counterfeit goods at Elche market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/07/massive-police-raid-targets-counterfeit-goods-at-elche-market/) - More than 200 police officers have launched an unprecedented raid against counterfeit goods at Elche's Sunday flea market.
- [Alicante Local Police exchange expertise with officers from America and Germany](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/alicante-local-police-exchange-expertise-with-officers-from-america-and-germany/) - Alicante Local Police have hosted officers from the United States and Germany to share security knowledge and working methods.
- [Four arrested in Alicante and Elche for buying high-end mobile phones with forged payslips](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/09/four-arrested-in-alicante-and-elche-for-buying-high-end-mobile-phones-with-forged-payslips/) - Four men have been arrested in Alicante and Elche after using fake payslips and non-existent bank accounts to finance high-end mobile phones.
- [British couple arrested for attempted murder](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/06/british-couple-arrested-for-attempted-murder/) - A British couple have been arrested by the Guardia Civil for the attempted murder of a man who was shot four times in the back in Santiago de la Ribera.
- [Spain This Week: Faith, Formula One and the Start of Summer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/07/spain-this-week-faith-formula-one-and-the-start-of-summer/) - Pope Leo's visit, the Formula One Spanish Grand Prix and the start of the summer tourism season place Spain firmly in the spotlight this week. Here's what to watch across the country, plus a quick look at the major international stories shaping the days ahead.
- [Man arrested in Alicante after being caught selling drugs in his doorway](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/man-arrested-in-alicante-after-being-caught-selling-drugs-in-his-doorway/) - A 34-year-old man has been arrested in Alicante after Policia Nacional officers caught him selling drugs in the doorway of his own apartment building.
- [Timeline of when Denia man was killed by his own family](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/timeline-of-when-denia-man-was-killed-by-his-own-family/) - Human bones have been discovered inside a house in Denia following a shocking confession about a 1993 family killing.
- [Man arrested in Benidorm after attempting to drown woman](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/man-arrested-in-benidorm-after-attempting-to-drown-woman/) - A man has been remanded in prison after attempting to drown a young woman in the sea and a child in the sand at Poniente Beach in Benidorm.
- [Aena invests five million euro more into offices at Alicante Airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/aena-invests-five-million-euro-more-into-offices-at-alicante-airport/) - Aena is investing over five million euro in new office spaces at Alicante Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to consolidate staff and prepare for future growth.
- [Torrevieja closes indoor swimming pool season but reopens outdoor pools today](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/torrevieja-closes-indoor-swimming-pool-season-but-reopens-outdoor-pools-today/) - Torrevieja has brought forward the closure of its indoor pool following an air conditioning duct collapse, with outdoor pools set to reopen on Monday.
- [Six municipalities detect deficiencies in the new bus routes in the Vega Baja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/six-municipalities-detect-deficiencies-in-the-new-bus-routes-in-the-vega-baja/) - Six Vega Baja town councils have launched official complaints against the Generalitat over major deficiencies and underfunding in the new Alicante intercity bus network.
- [Arrests in Elche for attempting to steal a gold chain at knifepoint](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/arrests-in-elche-for-attempting-to-steal-a-gold-chain-at-knifepoint/) - Two men have been arrested in Elche after trying to snatch a gold chain from a passerby at knife point.
- [Two men caught with over two kilos of cocaine at Denia port](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/two-men-caught-with-over-two-kilos-of-cocaine-at-denia-port/) - Two men have been remanded in custody after Guardia Civil officers seized more than two kilograms of cocaine from a vehicle at Denia port.
- [Fugitive wanted for stabbing in France arrested in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/fugitive-wanted-for-stabbing-in-france-arrested-in-alicante/) - A 23-year-old fugitive wanted by French authorities for a serious group stabbing in Pantin has been arrested by the National Police in Alicante.
- [Body of a man who died 30 years ago found in a Denia house](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/body-of-a-man-who-died-30-years-ago-found-in-a-denia-house/) - The body of a missing man who allegedly died thirty years ago has been discovered buried inside a house in Denia following a deathbed confession by his father.
- [Man sent to prison for allegedly killing partner in Callosa de Segura](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/man-sent-to-prison-for-allegedly-killing-partner-in-callosa-de-segura/) - A man has been remanded in provisional prison without bail following his arrest by the Guardia Civil for allegedly killing his 48-year-old partner at their home in Callosa de Segura.
- [Crime rises 4.5% in the province of Alicante, with a 34% increase in sexual assaults and a 100% increase in murders](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/08/crime-rises-4-5-in-the-province-of-alicante-with-a-34-increase-in-sexual-assaults-and-a-100-increase-in-murders/) - Crime in the Valencian Community has risen by 4.7 per cent, with notable increases in violent offences, sexual assaults and kidnappings across Alicante and neighbouring provinces.
- [Guardia Civil locates a migrant boat on the dog beach of Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/civil-guard-locates-a-migrant-boat-on-the-dog-beach-of-orihuela-costa/) - An abandoned boat containing clothing and bags has been discovered on a dog beach on the Orihuela Costa, coinciding with a major police crackdown on a "taxi boat" smuggling network in Alicante.
- [Port of Torrevieja shopping centre to open on 11th June](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/port-of-torrevieja-shopping-centre-to-open-on-11th-june/) - The Paseo del Mar shopping centre in the Port of Torrevieja is set to open on Thursday 11 June.
- [Los Montesinos will celebrate LGTBIQ+ Pride on 4th July](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/los-montesinos-will-celebrate-lgtbiq-pride-on-4th-july/) - Los Montesinos Council has announced that the town will host its 2026 LGTBIQ+ Pride celebrations on 4 July, featuring its traditional march and live performances.
- [Registration opens for intensive youth English courses in Orihuela](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/registration-opens-for-intensive-youth-english-courses-in-orihuela/) - Registration is open for an intensive afternoon English course for young people in Orihuela.
- [Two arrested for drug trafficking in Alcoy after attempting to flee](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/two-arrested-for-drug-trafficking-in-alcoy-after-attempting-to-flee/) - A man and a woman have been arrested in Alcoy for drug trafficking and assaulting officers after attempting to flee a police patrol.
- [Mother and daughter arrested in Elche for nightclub handbag theft and fraud](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/mother-and-daughter-arrested-in-elche-for-nightclub-handbag-theft-and-fraud/) - A mother and daughter have been arrested in Elche for allegedly stealing a handbag from a nightclub toilet and spending over 400 euro on a stolen bank card.
- [Three arrested in connection with immigration and drug trafficking sent to prison](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/three-arrested-in-connection-with-immigration-and-drug-trafficking-sent-to-prison/) - Three people have been remanded in custody following a National Police operation in Alicante, Torrevieja, and San Vicente targeting an illegal immigration and drug trafficking ring.
- [Benidorm council launches penalty proceedings against Telpark for unauthorised car park charges](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/benidorm-council-launches-penalty-proceedings-against-telpark-for-unauthorised-car-park-charges/) - Benidorm Town Council has launched disciplinary action against car park operator Telpark for overcharging motorists across three municipal sites without official permission.
- [Valencian health centres prepare to introduce digital scribe artificial intelligence system](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/valencian-health-centres-prepare-to-introduce-digital-scribe-artificial-intelligence-system/) - Valencian health centres are preparing to launch a digital scribe system to transcribe patient visits and cut down on administration.
- [Torrevieja hospital launches new protocol to boost cornea donations and cut waiting lists](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/torrevieja-hospital-launches-new-protocol-to-boost-cornea-donations-and-cut-waiting-lists/) - Torrevieja hospital introduces a new cornea donation procedure to help patients recover their sight and shorten transplant waiting times.
- [Two local police officers injured in dramatic 80km car chase from Murcia to Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/two-local-police-officers-injured-in-dramatic-80km-car-chase-from-murcia-to-alicante/) - Two local police officers were injured and a driver was arrested after a reckless 80-kilometre car chase from Murcia to Alicante.
- [Smart traffic lights at Punta Prima  in Torrevieja cause major traffic jams following launch](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/smart-traffic-lights-at-punta-prima-in-torrevieja-cause-major-traffic-jams-following-launch/) - A pioneering artificial intelligence traffic light experiment at the Punta Prima roundabout in Torrevieja has triggered severe traffic jams and motorist confusion.
- [The transplant waiting list has 160 patients waiting for an organ in the province of Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/the-transplant-waiting-list-has-160-patients-waiting-for-an-organ-in-the-province-of-alicante/) - Around 160 patients are currently on organ transplant waiting lists across the Alicante and Elche health districts.
- [Orihuela to spend more than 80,000€ removing seaweed from its beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/orihuela-to-spend-more-than-80000e-removing-seaweed-from-its-beaches/) - Orihuela Costa puts beach cleaning contract out to tender to clear smelly Posidonia seaweed during peak season.
- [Joint inspection targets troubled La Mata hotel in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/joint-inspection-targets-troubled-la-mata-hotel-in-torrevieja/) - A joint police and government inspection has targeted a "ghost hotel" in La Mata following serious resident complaints.
- [Police launch joint operation against illegal street vending on Torrevieja seafront](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/police-launch-joint-operation-against-illegal-street-vending-on-torrevieja-seafront/) - Torrevieja Local Police and the Guardia Civil deployed 30 officers in a joint operation to tackle illegal street vending on the seafront.
- [Surfers rescues a swimmer in distress at La Mata beach in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/surfers-rescues-a-swimmer-in-distress-at-la-mata-beach-in-torrevieja/) - Surfers have rescued a tourist from strong currents at La Mata beach in Torrevieja before the main summer lifeguard service begins.
- [Italian police join forces with Spanish officers to patrol tourist areas in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/05/italian-police-join-forces-with-spanish-officers-to-patrol-tourist-areas-in-alicante/) - Italian police officers have teamed up with the National Police in Alicante to protect tourists this summer.
- [Driver dies after colliding with another vehicle on the AP-7 on the Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/driver-dies-after-colliding-with-another-vehicle-on-the-ap-7-on-the-orihuela-costa/) - A man has died this morning following a head-on collision between two cars at the La Zenia toll plaza in Orihuela Costa.
- [Torrevieja increases La Hoya cleaning contract by 486,000€](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/torrevieja-increases-la-hoya-cleaning-contract-by-486000e/) - Torrevieja Council faces criticism from the PSOE over a 486,000 euro cleaning contract extension for La Hoya amid claims of overflowing bins and hazardous open pipes.
- [Three arrested in Alicante after residents alert police to three separate robbery attempts](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/three-arrested-in-alicante-after-residents-alert-police-to-three-separate-robbery-attempts/) - National Police in Alicante have arrested three people following three separate, failed robbery attempts reported by local residents.
- [San Juan beach in Alicante maintains consecutive blue flag record for forty years](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/san-juan-beach-in-alicante-maintains-consecutive-blue-flag-record-for-forty-years/) - San Juan beach in Alicante has successfully retained its prestigious blue flag status for forty consecutive years.
- [National Police smash migrant smuggling and drug ring in Alicante, Torrevieja and San Vicente](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/national-police-smash-migrant-smuggling-and-drug-ring-in-alicante-torrevieja-and-san-vicente/) - National Police launch massive raids across Alicante, Torrevieja and San Vicente del Raspeig to dismantle an Algerian migrant smuggling and drug trafficking network.
- [Woman loses 94,018 € in 'daughter in distress' scam with arrest made in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/woman-loses-94018-e-in-daughter-in-distress-scam-with-arrest-made-in-alicante/) - A 69-year-old woman has lost 94,018 euro in a "daughter in distress" WhatsApp scam, leading to five arrests across Spain including one in Alicante.
- [Elche plants 25,000 marigolds ahead of the traditional Battle of Flowers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/elche-plants-25000-marigolds-ahead-of-the-traditional-battle-of-flowers/) - Elche Council has begun planting 25,000 marigolds across historic groves to harvest over 100,000 flowers for the Battle of Flowers in August.
- [Alicante faces police shortage as staff retirements leave local neighbourhoods without coverage](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/alicante-faces-police-shortage-as-staff-retirements-leave-local-neighbourhoods-without-coverage/) - Alicante is losing an average of one local police officer per week to retirement, driving a staff shortage that is leaving neighbourhoods without coverage.
- [Alicante approves anonymous anti-corruption reporting channel for civil servants](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/04/alicante-approves-anonymous-anti-corruption-reporting-channel-for-civil-servants/) - Alicante City Council has approved an anonymous reporting channel for civil servants to flag corruption allegations, meeting a legal requirement originally due in 2023.
- [Man arrested in Elche after offering fake Ferrari for sale](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/man-arrested-in-elche-after-offering-fake-ferrari-for-sale/) - A man has been arrested in Elche for building and attempting to sell a counterfeit Ferrari 360 Spider replica built on another car's chassis.
- [Man confesses to strangling his wife in Callosa de Segura](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/man-confesses-to-strangling-his-wife-in-callosa-de-segura/) - A 48-year-old man has been arrested after confessing to the Guardia Civil that he strangled his wife in Callosa de Segura.
- [Torrevieja becomes pilot to prevent addictions during leisure time](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/torrevieja-becomes-pilot-to-prevent-addictions-during-leisure-time/) - Torrevieja will become the first city in the Valencian Community to trial the PAO Guide programme to prevent leisure-related addictions.
- [Zenia Boulevard in Orihuela Costa announces packed schedule of events for June](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/zenia-boulevard-in-orihuela-costa-announces-packed-schedule-of-events-for-june/) - Zenia Boulevard shopping centre in Orihuela Costa has revealed its June events calendar, featuring sustainability initiatives, live music, local traditions, and Pride celebrations.
- [Rojales PSOE refuses to produce a report on the duties of the councilman arrested for defrauding an elderly man](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/rojales-psoe-refuses-to-produce-a-report-on-the-duties-of-the-councilman-arrested-for-defrauding-an-elderly-man/) - The PSOE government team in Rojales has blocked a Popular Party motion seeking transparency over the municipal activities of a former Ciudad Quesada representative arrested for an 86,000 euro fraud.
- [Torrevieja affordable housing scheme at risk due to price freeze and rising material costs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/torrevieja-affordable-housing-scheme-at-risk-due-to-price-freeze-and-rising-material-costs/) - The construction of 811 affordable apartments in Torrevieja faces severe delays due to a regional price freeze and soaring material costs.
- [Lorry driver injured after tipper truck overturns at Almoradi roundabout](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/lorry-driver-injured-after-tipper-truck-overturns-at-almoradi-roundabout/) - A fifty-year-old driver was taken to the Vega Baja University Hospital in Orihuela after his tipper truck overturned on the CV-91 at Almoradi.
- [Elche hospital warns of youth vaping rise as tobacco linked to sixty per cent of lung patients](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/03/elche-hospital-warns-of-youth-vaping-rise-as-tobacco-linked-to-sixty-per-cent-of-lung-patients/) - Elche University General Hospital reports that 60% of its 11,000 annual pulmonology patients are treated for tobacco-related illnesses, amid growing concerns over teenage vaping.
- [Health minister highlights major investment in Denia Hospital during official visit](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/health-minister-highlights-major-investment-in-denia-hospital-during-official-visit/) - Health Minister Marciano Gómez visited Dénia Hospital to welcome a 3.5 million euro technology upgrade and announce 143 new professional posts.
- [Two national medals for Santa Pola local police canine service officers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/two-national-medals-for-santa-pola-local-police-canine-service-officers/) - Two Santa Pola canine unit police officers are to travel to Madrid to receive national silver medals for their dedicated work in animal protection.
- [Elche and Generalitat discuss funding for 328 new homes to continue the transformation of San Anton](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/elche-and-generalitat-discuss-funding-for-328-new-homes-to-continue-the-transformation-of-san-anton/) - Elche City Council and the Generalitat are progressing plans for a 41.6 million euro project to build 328 new homes in San Anton.
- [Torrevieja launches 10.3 million euro tender for the management of local theatres and floating museums](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/torrevieja-launches-10-3-million-euro-tender-for-the-management-of-local-theatres-and-floating-museums/) - Torrevieja Council has opened a tender worth over 10.3 million euro to manage its main municipal theatres and integrate its popular floating museums under a single contract.
- [Seven arrested after dismantling a network that smuggled immigrants in small boats used as taxis](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/seven-arrested-after-dismantling-a-network-that-smuggled-immigrants-in-small-boats-used-as-taxis/) - Seven people have been arrested in Alicante, Santa Pola and Marseille after police dismantled a criminal network using fast taxi boats to smuggle migrants into Spain.
- [EasyJet reported to Spanish ministry over return flight luggage policy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/easyjet-reported-to-spanish-ministry-over-return-flight-luggage-policy/) - EasyJet has been reported to Spain's consumer affairs ministry over a booking policy that automatically charges passengers for checked luggage on both legs of a return flight.
- [Yellow weather warning activated for high temperatures in Vega Baja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/yellow-weather-warning-activated-for-high-temperatures-in-vega-baja/) - A yellow weather warning has been activated for the Vega Baja region as inland temperatures are expected to soar to 40ºC.
- [Man arrested in Callosa de Segura for arson and threatening passers-by with a firearm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/man-arrested-in-callosa-de-segura-for-arson-and-threatening-passers-by-with-a-firearm/) - A 26-year-old man has been remanded in prison following a major arson attack and subsequent firearm threats in Callosa de Segura.
- [40% of children born in the province of Alicante are now born to foreign mothers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/02/40-of-children-born-in-the-province-of-alicante-are-now-born-to-foreign-mothers/) - Almost 40% of newborns in Alicante province are born to foreign mothers as changing demographics and older maternal ages alter local birth trends.
- [Prefabricated buildings are also coming to Torrevieja Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/31/prefabricated-buildings-are-also-coming-to-torrevieja-hospital/) - ABC Arquitectura Modular SL has been awarded the €1.1 million contract to build a new prefabricated outpatient clinic at Torrevieja University Hospital.
- [Taxi sector suspends the planned protest in Alicante following the announcement of the regional decree](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/taxi-sector-suspends-the-planned-protest-in-alicante-following-the-announcement-of-the-regional-decree/) - Alicante taxi drivers have urgently suspended their planned Monday demonstration to analyze a newly approved urban transport decree.
- [Massive four-day expedition to clear 10 tonnes of waste from Calpe port seabed](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/massive-four-day-expedition-to-clear-10-tonnes-of-waste-from-calpe-port-seabed/) - Nearly 200 volunteers, scientists, and archaeologists are launching a major four-day expedition in Calpe to remove 10,000 kilos of marine waste and preserve submerged historical cannons.
- [Man arrested in Benidorm for fraud related to long-term and holiday rentals](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/man-arrested-in-benidorm-for-fraud-related-to-long-term-and-holiday-rentals/) - A 59-year-old man has been arrested by National Police in Benidorm for allegedly running a series of holiday rental, long-term tenancy and property sales scams.
- [Torrevieja approves multi-million euro wastewater upgrade to stop sewage spills](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/torrevieja-approves-multi-million-euro-wastewater-upgrade-to-stop-sewage-spills/) - Torrevieja City Council has approved funding to back a 16 million euro EPSAR project upgrading key wastewater pumping stations to prevent sewage spills.
- [Elderly woman dies after becoming trapped in home lift in Javea](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/elderly-woman-dies-after-becoming-trapped-in-home-lift-in-javea/) - A 76-year-old German woman has died after her wheelchair became trapped in an external stairlift at her home in Xabia.
- [Two men arrested for mugging elderly victims in Torrevieja and La Mata](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/two-men-arrested-for-mugging-elderly-victims-in-torrevieja-and-la-mata/) - Two men have been remanded in prison following their arrest by the Guardia Civil for violently snatching jewelry from elderly victims aged between 75 and 93 in Torrevieja and La Mata.
- [New tobacco prices come into effect this Saturday for Marlboro and other brands](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/30/new-tobacco-prices-come-into-effect-this-saturday-for-marlboro-and-other-brands/) - The Official State Gazette has published a new list of tobacco prices affecting various brands from this Saturday.
- [Elche Corpus Christi procession moved to avoid clash with Pope visit to Madrid](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/elche-corpus-christi-procession-moved-to-avoid-clash-with-pope-visit-to-madrid/) - The Corpus Christi procession in Elche has been rescheduled to Sunday 14 June to allow residents to travel to Madrid for the historic visit of Pope Leo XIV.
- [Alicante bans beach bonfires and street drinking on San Juan night again](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/alicante-bans-beach-bonfires-and-street-drinking-on-san-juan-night-again/) - Alicante Ayuntamiento is restricting beach access on San Juan night to prevent bonfires and glass bottles on the sand.
- [Judge orders National Police to Alicante City Council over Les Naus housing investigation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/judge-orders-national-police-to-alicante-city-council-over-les-naus-housing-investigation/) - A judge has ordered the National Police to Alicante City Council to urgently demand documents regarding the controversial Les Naus housing project after previous requests were ignored.
- [Hospitals in Alicante account for the largest share of healthcare investment with 70 million€](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/hospitals-in-alicante-account-for-the-largest-share-of-healthcare-investment-with-70-millione/) - Regional hospitals across Alicante will receive over 70 million euro in healthcare funding for 2026, whilst Orihuela leads social services spending with a major residential project.
- [National Court judge sends anti-terror suspect to prison and releases nine others in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/30/national-court-judge-sends-anti-terror-suspect-to-prison-and-releases-nine-others-in-alicante/) - A National Court judge has ordered one suspect to be remanded in prison without bail following a major anti-terrorist operation in the Alicante province.
- [Torrevieja rejects seafront restaurant terrace appeal and orders immediate removal](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/06/01/torrevieja-rejects-seafront-restaurant-terrace-appeal-and-orders-immediate-removal/) - Torrevieja City Council has rejected an appeal from a seafront promenade restaurant and ordered the immediate removal of its illegal, fixed glass terrace due to fire safety violations.
- [Mobile burglary gang that used 'glue thread' method caught in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/mobile-burglary-gang-that-used-glue-thread-method-caught-in-torrevieja/) - A mobile criminal gang specializing in home burglaries using the "glue thread" method has been dismantled by police in Torrevieja.
- [England and Scotland fans set to make Benidorm their World Cup refuge](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/england-and-scotland-fans-set-to-make-benidorm-their-world-cup-refuge/) - Benidorm pubs prepare giant screens and 2 euro pints to welcome thousands of England and Scotland fans for the 2026 World Cup.
- [Orihuela PSOE denounces dismantling of ORIENTA service and demands LGTBI office for Vega Baja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/orihuela-psoe-denounces-dismantling-of-orienta-service-and-demands-lgtbi-office-for-vega-baja/) - Orihuela Socialists are demanding the retention of the regional ORIENTA service and a permanent LGTBI support office for Vega Baja.
- [Five arrested for drug trafficking in ​​Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/five-arrested-for-drug-trafficking-in-benidorm/) - Five men have been arrested and more than seven kilogrammes of narcotics seized following a police raid on an illegal cannabis club on Avenida del Mediterráneo in Benidorm.
- [Man arrested in Santa Pola after allegedly scamming residents out of over 30,000 euro via a fake awning company](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/man-arrested-in-santa-pola-after-allegedly-scamming-residents-out-of-over-30000-euro-via-a-fake-awning-company/) - A 45-year-old man has been remanded in prison following his arrest by the Guardia Civil for allegedly defrauding six Santa Pola residents out of more than 30,000 euro using a fraudulent awning installation business.
- [Ten arrested in an anti-terrorist operation in Alicante, Torrevieja and Vega Baja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/ten-arrested-in-an-anti-terrorist-operation-in-alicante-torrevieja-and-vega-baja/) - A major National Police counterterrorism operation across Alicante, Xixona, Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa has resulted in at least three arrests.
- [Calpe Local Police save woman’s life thanks to new defibrillators](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/calpe-local-police-save-womans-life-thanks-to-new-defibrillators/) - Calpe Local Police officers have successfully saved a woman's life using one of the town's newly deployed mobile defibrillators.
- [One year on from the disappearance of British woman in Jacarilla](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/one-year-on-from-the-disappearance-of-british-woman-in-jacarilla/) - A year has passed since 75-year-old British former dancer Janet Fison vanished without a trace beside the Segura River in Jacarilla.
- [Los Montesinos to host provincial choral meeting this Saturday with groups from Torrevieja, Elche and Crevillente](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/los-montesinos-to-host-provincial-choral-meeting-this-saturday-with-groups-from-torrevieja-elche-and-crevillente/) - Los Montesinos will host the "Encuentros 2026" provincial choral concert this Saturday, featuring musical groups from Torrevieja, Elche and Crevillente.
- [Woman who accused footballer Rafa Mir of sexual assault said in court: “He was clinging to me."](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/woman-who-accused-footballer-rafa-mir-of-sexual-assault-said-in-court-he-was-clinging-to-me/) - The sexual assault trial of Elche CF footballer Rafa Mir has opened in Valencia as his accuser details the alleged attack in a swimming pool.
- [Elche launches home meal service process for elderly nutrition and approves local subsidies](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/elche-launches-home-meal-service-process-for-elderly-nutrition-and-approves-local-subsidies/) - Elche Local Government Board has initiated the licensing process for an elderly home meal nutrition service and approved various community subsidies.
- [Insurance broker arrested in Alicante for defrauding client out of 73,000 euro with fake policies](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/insurance-broker-arrested-in-alicante-for-defrauding-client-out-of-73000-euro-with-fake-policies/) - An insurance broker in Alicante has been arrested by the National Police for allegedly defrauding a client out of 73,000 euro using fake savings and investment policies.
- [Torrevieja will host 548 students for the EBAU exam from the high schools of six municipalities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/torrevieja-will-host-548-students-for-the-ebau-exam-from-the-high-schools-of-six-municipalities/) - Torrevieja is set to host 548 students at the Municipal Auditorium for the upcoming university entrance exams.
- [Benidorm council finalises new 2026 draft budget rising to 224 million euro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/29/benidorm-council-finalises-new-2026-draft-budget-rising-to-224-million-euro/) - Benidorm council has completed its draft 2026 budget, increasing spending to 224 million euro to cover a major land court ruling without tax hikes.
- [Relief as missing British woman who vanished driving home from Spain is found](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/relief-as-missing-british-woman-who-vanished-driving-home-from-spain-is-found/) - A British family speaks of their immense relief after a woman who went missing while driving back from Spain is located safe and well.
- [Why the name Neo is booming in Alicante and across Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/why-the-name-neo-is-booming-in-alicante-and-across-spain/) - The name Neo is growing in popularity across Spain, with Alicante ranking as the third highest province for the modern, film-inspired name.
- [Elche CF keep renewal agreement with Rafa Mir frozen ahead of sexual assault trial today](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/elche-cf-keep-renewal-agreement-with-rafa-mir-frozen-ahead-of-sexual-assault-trial-today/) - Elche CF have put a finalised renewal deal with striker Rafa Mir on hold as he faces a ten-and-a-half-year prison demand in a sexual assault trial this Thursday.
- [New Guardia Civil chief steps up security in Alicante to tackle cybercrime and tourism challenges](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/new-guardia-civil-chief-steps-up-security-in-alicante-to-tackle-cybercrime-and-tourism-challenges/) - Colonel Francisco Poyato has officially taken command of the Alicante Guardia Civil with a clear focus on tackling cybercrime and supporting the tourism sector.
- [Vast majority support banning smoking on terraces and extending smoke free zones](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/28/vast-majority-support-banning-smoking-on-terraces-and-extending-smoke-free-zones/) - A new survey reveals that 86.9% of people in the Valencia region reject smoking on outdoor hospitality terraces, whilst concerns grow over youth vaping.
- [Callosa de Segura to host its first ever food truck weekend festival](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/callosa-de-segura-to-host-its-first-ever-food-truck-weekend-festival/) - Callosa de Segura is launching its first urban gastro festival next weekend with street food, live concerts and activities at Paseo de la Estación.
- [Urgent search launched for missing British woman and her dog after campervan is stolen in Valencia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/urgent-search-launched-for-missing-british-woman-and-her-dog-after-campervan-is-stolen-in-valencia/) - An urgent search has been launched for 68-year-old Wendy Iles and her dog after her campervan and passports were stolen near Valencia.
- [Benidorm expands refrigerated drinking water fountain network to combat rising temperatures](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/benidorm-expands-refrigerated-drinking-water-fountain-network-to-combat-rising-temperatures/) - Benidorm Council is expanding its network of refrigerated drinking water fountains in public spaces to support athletes and residents as temperatures exceed 30 degrees.
- [Almoradí ram-raid gang faces trial for robberies, drugs and shooting a man](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/almoradi-ram-raid-gang-faces-trial-for-robberies-drugs-and-shooting-a-man/) - Nine suspected members of a ram-raid gang are on trial in Alicante for a string of robberies and a shooting in Almoradí.
- [Opening date confirmed for the new secondary school in Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/opening-date-confirmed-for-the-new-secondary-school-in-calpe/) - The new IES Les Salines secondary school in Calp is scheduled to officially open on 7 January 2027 following the Christmas break.
- [Alicante to pay Vectalia for ongoing parking and tow-truck operations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/alicante-to-pay-vectalia-for-ongoing-parking-and-tow-truck-operations/) - Alicante City Council is processing interim payments to Vectalia for the city's parking and tow-truck services during a contract transitional phase.
- [Orihuela Council begins major redevelopment of Avenida Miguel de Cervantes in Campoamor](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/orihuela-council-begins-major-redevelopment-of-avenida-miguel-de-cervantes-in-campoamor/) - Orihuela Council has launched a 1.2 million euro redevelopment of Avenida Miguel de Cervantes in Campoamor, combining extensive road upgrades with a complete renewal of the drinking water network.
- [More bus services to connect Alicante and the airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/more-bus-services-to-connect-alicante-and-the-airport/) - The C-6 bus line connecting Alicante and the airport will increase daily journeys to 92 from 1 June.
- [Animal welfare law comes into force banning the gifting of pets without a microchip](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/animal-welfare-law-comes-into-force-banning-the-gifting-of-pets-without-a-microchip/) - Spain's Animal Welfare Law clarifies that gifting or adopting out pets without a microchip is fully illegal under new ownership regulations.
- [Court upholds the conviction of Dolores Mayor for assault](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/court-upholds-the-conviction-of-dolores-mayor-for-assault/) - The Provincial Court of Alicante has upheld the minor assault conviction for the mayor of Dolores following a street fight, though his fine has been reduced.
- [Torrevieja PSOE accuses PP of "selling smoke" over Integrated Training Centre while renouncing three million euro for real classrooms](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/torrevieja-psoe-accuses-pp-of-selling-smoke-over-integrated-training-centre-while-renouncing-three-million-euro-for-real-classrooms/) - The PSOE of Torrevieja has criticised the local government for giving up three million euro in educational funding.
- [Teachers are now threatening to refuse to grade university entrance exams](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/teachers-are-now-threatening-to-refuse-to-grade-university-entrance-exams/) - Tension and discontent among some teachers have escalated again on the twelfth day of the education strike. Following the initial resignations of school and institute leadership teams, an assembly of University Entrance Exam (PAU) examiners has now threatened to boycott the courts. This assembly, comprised of more than 250 specialists from the Valencian Community and
- [One third of the population of the province of Alicante is foreign](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/one-third-of-the-population-of-the-province-of-alicante-is-foreign/) - The province of Alicante is approaching 2.1 million residents as surging international migration pushes Spain's population to a record high.
- [Torrevieja to pay one million euro to Acciona for 877 bins outside the garbage contract](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/torrevieja-to-pay-one-million-euro-to-acciona-for-877-bins-outside-the-garbage-contract/) - Torrevieja City Council has approved an extra 1.1 million euro to pay for 877 additional waste containers following population growth and resident protests.
- [Guardia Civil investigating a knife attack in Torrevieja that left two injured](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/27/guardia-civil-investigating-a-knife-attack-in-torrevieja-that-left-two-injured/) - Two people have been taken to hospital under police custody following a morning knife attack in central Torrevieja.
- [Bank mule network dismantled after €400,000 phone scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/bank-mule-network-dismantled-after-e400000-phone-scam/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested 15 people and dismantled a sophisticated phone scam and money laundering network that defrauded €400,000 from victims across Spain.
- [Tenants face eviction if barking dogs disrupt community life in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/tenants-face-eviction-if-barking-dogs-disrupt-community-life-in-alicante/) - Tenants in Alicante could face eviction under horizontal property laws if their dog's barking causes a continuous and proven disruption to the building.
- [Patient monitored for hantavirus in Alicante discharged to continue quarantine at home](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/patient-monitored-for-hantavirus-in-alicante-discharged-to-continue-quarantine-at-home/) - A woman isolated in Alicante under suspicion of hantavirus has been allowed to return home to complete her quarantine after testing negative for a fifth time.
- [Three arrested in Madrid and Guardamar for prostituting women](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/three-arrested-in-madrid-and-guardamar-for-prostituting-women/) - A group that was dedicated to the sexual exploitation of women in precarious economic situations, to which they also threatened and coerced with Santería practices, has been dismantled by the National Police. During the operation, two individuals were arrested in Madrid and one in Guardamar del Segura. Four victims were successfully freed by the authorities.
- [Man arrested after firing pistol on the streets of Callosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/man-arrested-after-firing-pistol-on-the-streets-of-callosa/) - A man has been taken into custody by the Guardia Civil after firing a compressed air weapon in public streets in Callosa.
- [The lack of taxis on the Orihuela Costa: 195,000€ for a licence](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/the-lack-of-taxis-on-the-orihuela-costa-195000e-for-a-licence/) - In Orihuela, the scarcity of taxis in response to the high demand has resulted in unscrupulous practices, including the open offering of oneself as an illegal taxi to convey passengers to Torrevieja, Elche, or even Alicante or Corvera airports in Murcia. Furthermore, it fosters conjecture among individuals who possess a licence pursuant to a concession
- [Nine arrested as police dismantle luxury car theft ring in La Nucia, l'Alfas del Pi, Altea and Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/nine-arrested-as-police-dismantle-luxury-car-theft-ring-in-la-nucia-lalfas-del-pi-altea-and-villajoyosa/) - An international car theft ring has been dismantled following nine arrests and six searches across La Nucia, l'Alfas del Pi, Altea and Villajoyosa.
- [One dead and three injured after car plunges down 150-metre drop](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/one-dead-and-three-injured-after-car-plunges-down-150-metre-drop/) - One person has died and three others have been injured with varying degrees of severity after the vehicle they were travelling in plunged down a 150-metre drop in the Alicante town of Polop. According to information provided by the Alicante Provincial Firefighters Consortium, the incident occurred last night at around 9 pm on the CV-70
- [New motorhome campsite planned for Valverde in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/new-motorhome-campsite-planned-for-valverde-in-elche/) - A new three-star motorhome campsite spanning nearly 20,000 square metres is planned for Valverde Bajo in Elche following a 1.3 million euro investment.
- [Torrevieja council error leaves 22 schools and institutes without a drug addiction programme](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/torrevieja-council-error-leaves-22-schools-and-institutes-without-a-drug-addiction-programme/) - The city council, which is governed by the PP, has declined to award a contract for the implementation of universal drug and other addiction prevention programmes in Torrevieja's schools and institutes. Despite the fact that bids have already been submitted, the decision renders the tendering process null and void prior to the award of the
- [Alicante designs new mobility model to reduce traffic along seafront and old town](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/alicante-designs-new-mobility-model-to-reduce-traffic-along-seafront-and-old-town/) - Alicante City Council is planning to divert central traffic to four ring roads to lower vehicle numbers along the seafront and historic old town.
- [Elche woman assaulted by fake internet technician](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/elche-woman-assaulted-by-fake-internet-technician/) - A 37-year-old man has been arrested in Elche after posing as an internet technician, forcing his way into an elderly woman's home, and stealing a television and jewellery.
- [Electric scooter rentals begin in Orihuela Costa... five months late](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/electric-scooter-rentals-begin-in-orihuela-costa-five-months-late/) - Five months have passed since the municipal concession was granted to a single company, which is the sole authorised operator of electric scooters for rent in Orihuela Costa. However, their implementation is proving to be no less contentious than the bidding process. The contract award has been the subject of criticism from numerous companies in
- [Redevelopment of La Torreta III in Torrevieja: seven years of unkept promises](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/26/redevelopment-of-la-torreta-iii-in-torrevieja-seven-years-of-unkept-promises/) - Before regaining the mayoralty in 2019, one of the primary electoral pledges was to promptly resolve the redevelopment of the Torreta III neighbourhood. The abandoned municipal structure of the mud spa, "La Caracola," and thousands of terraced houses, constructed in the 1980s, are situated adjacent to the Torrevieja lagoon. The latter was subjected to yet
- [Industrial fire damages warehouse in Almoradí](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/industrial-fire-damages-warehouse-in-almoradi/) - Emergency services mobilised crews from five fire stations to contain a significant industrial blaze at a metalwork firm in Almoradí.
- [Torrevieja approves major project to create four park and ride facilities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/23/torrevieja-approves-major-project-to-create-four-park-and-ride-facilities/) - Torrevieja City Council has greenlit a 3.6 million euro project to build four major park and ride car parks, creating nearly 4,000 new parking spaces.
- [Patient cigarette caused Torrevieja hospital fire](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/patient-cigarette-caused-torrevieja-hospital-fire/) - A patient lighting a cigarette next to an oxygen cylinder sparked an explosion and fire at Torrevieja hospital, leaving two patients injured and forcing a floor evacuation.
- [Elderly woman and son found dead at home in Albacete](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/elderly-woman-and-son-found-dead-at-home-in-albacete/) - An investigation is underway in Albacete after an elderly woman and her son were found dead in their property on Almería Street.
- [Torrevieja approves new Alzheimer centre with 10.8 million euro investment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/torrevieja-approves-new-alzheimer-centre-with-10-8-million-euro-investment/) - Torrevieja local government board has approved the 10.8 million euro project for the new Tomás Ballester Herrera Alzheimer day care centre.
- [Three arrested for drug trafficking during security checks in Elda](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/three-arrested-for-drug-trafficking-during-security-checks-in-elda/) - Three people have been arrested by the National Police for drug trafficking during preventative security checks in Elda.
- [Alicante launches new campaign targeting e-scooters](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/alicante-launches-new-campaign-targeting-e-scooters/) - Alicante Local Police have started a targeted campaign to monitor electric scooters and fine riders who break traffic laws.
- [New tobacco prices come into force in Spain this Saturday](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/23/new-tobacco-prices-come-into-force-in-spain-this-saturday/) - Spain's Official State Gazette confirms updated retail prices for a variety of tobacco brands starting today.
- [Tiger mosquito alert issued in Alicante as council steps up control measures](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/tiger-mosquito-alert-issued-in-alicante-as-council-steps-up-control-measures/) - Alicante Council has escalated control measures and urged public cooperation to curb a rising threat from invasive tiger mosquitoes as temperatures surge.
- [Two-years prison sought for community president accused of charging dead resident](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/two-years-prison-sought-for-community-president-accused-of-charging-dead-resident/) - The prosecution is seeking a two-year prison sentence for the president of a residents' community in Dénia who is accused of charging receipts to the bank account of a neighbour who had passed away. According to the prosecution, the accused issued 190 charges to the victim's account over a five-year period between 2014 and 2019,
- [Prison for captains of the boat rescued 44 miles from Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/25/prison-for-captains-of-the-boat-rescued-44-miles-from-alicante/) - The National Police have detained two of the 19 migrants who were saved by Maritime Rescue on Friday, 22nd May, 44 miles off the coast of Alicante after they were found to be the commanders of the unstable ship. Agents of Group III of the Unit against Immigration Networks and Document Fraud (UCRIF) of Alicante
- [New Animal Welfare Law bans leaving cats home alone for more than three consecutive days](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/new-animal-welfare-law-bans-leaving-cats-home-alone-for-more-than-three-consecutive-days/) - Spain's updated Animal Welfare Law makes it illegal to leave cats unattended at home for over three consecutive days, with severe fines for non-compliance.
- [Eight people injured and entire floor evacuated following Torrevieja Hospital fire](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/eight-people-injured-and-entire-floor-evacuated-following-torrevieja-hospital-fire/) - An emergency evacuation plan was triggered at Torrevieja Hospital on Friday after a fire broke out on the second floor, leaving eight people injured.
- [Second-floor fire at Torrevieja Hospital forces evacuation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/second-floor-fire-at-torrevieja-hospital-forces-evacuation/) - Emergency services have launched an evacuation protocol at Torrevieja University Hospital after a fire broke out on the second floor of the building. The Alicante Provincial Firefighters Consortium received the emergency alert at 12:09 pm today, 22nd May, prompting an immediate response to the healthcare facility. As a safety precaution, emergency teams ordered the complete
- [Hotel Masa Torrevieja too invest 866,000€ on improvements](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/hotel-masa-torrevieja-too-invest-866000e-on-improvements/) - The governing body of the Torrevieja City Council has approved the issuance of a major works licence for the renovation of the iconic Hotel Masa Internacional, originally known as Hotel Berlín, which is situated north of the Torrevieja shoreline on the Torre del Moro cliff. According to the project submitted to the governing board in
- [Torrevieja PSOE criticises PP over potential loss of three million euro for school expansion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/torrevieja-psoe-criticises-pp-over-potential-loss-of-three-million-euro-for-school-expansion/) - Torrevieja PSOE has denounced plans to renounce nearly three million euro in regional funding for classroom expansions at IES Libertas amidst an educational crisis and teacher strikes.
- [Guardamar del Segura launches contract for five new local police vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/guardamar-del-segura-launches-contract-for-five-new-local-police-vehicles/) - The local council in Guardamar del Segura has launched a tender for the supply of five new vehicles for the Local Police. The contract is being arranged via a lease agreement with no option to purchase, for a total amount of 415,630 euro including VAT. The contract includes four SUVs and one 4x4 pick-up truck,
- [Fugitive attacks police officers whilst trying to escape from Alicante police station](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/fugitive-attacks-police-officers-whilst-trying-to-escape-from-alicante-police-station/) - On Wednesday, 20th May, a Lithuanian fugitive who had been sentenced to 13 years in prison for drug trafficking in his home country caused a commotion at the Provincial Police Station when he attempted to flee from the National Police after being apprehended while leaving the Alicante Courthouse because of an outstanding Lithuanian warrant. He
- [53-year-old motorcyclist loses his life in El Campello crash](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/53-year-old-motorcyclist-loses-his-life-in-el-campello-crash/) - A 53-year-old motorcyclist has tragically lost his life following a traffic accident on the AP-7 motorway within the municipality of El Campello. Emergency services were alerted to the incident, prompting the deployment of medical assistance to the scene. Despite the efforts of the responding emergency teams, nothing could be done to save the man, and
- [Pilar de la Horadada launches a free urban bus service](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/pilar-de-la-horadada-launches-a-free-urban-bus-service/) - The Pilar de la Horadada Town Council has redesigned its urban public transport system, introducing a new accessible bus that is free for all patrons. Rufino Lancharro, the Councillor for Public Services, stated this Wednesday that the intercity bus will be "free for everyone and adapted for people with reduced mobility" for the first time
- [APTURCV demands Calpe remove the surcharge on the garbage tax for tourist accommodation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/apturcv-demands-calpe-remove-the-surcharge-on-the-garbage-tax-for-tourist-accommodation/) - The Association of Tourist Apartments and Homes of the Valencian Community (APTURCV) and a broad representation of companies and operators in Calpe have demanded that the City Council reverse its amendment to the Tax Ordinance on waste collection fees. The changes specifically penalise tourist accommodation with a surcharge of 40 euro per bed, in addition
- [Three arrested in Dolores and Rojales after police seize cocaine and loaded firearms](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/three-arrested-in-dolores-and-rojales-after-police-seize-cocaine-and-loaded-firearms/) - Following an operation in which the agents found nearly 30 kilograms of cocaine, nearly four kilograms of hashish, a pistol, and more than 11,000 euros in cash, the National Police detained two men, ages 36 and 37, in the Alicante towns of Dolores and Rojales on charges of crimes against public health and illegal possession
- [Luxair will fly year-round between Alicante and Luxembourg](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/luxair-will-fly-year-round-between-alicante-and-luxembourg/) - Alicante Elche Airport will secure year-round direct flights to Luxembourg for the first time in history as Luxair extends its route into the winter season.Alicante Elche Airport will secure year-round direct flights to Luxembourg for the first time in history as Luxair extends its route into the winter season.
- [Elche seeks European Union protection for its traditional white palm craft](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/elche-seeks-european-union-protection-for-its-traditional-white-palm-craft/) - The Local Government Board of Elche has officially approved the application to register the city's traditional white palm as a European Union protected craft geographical indication. This special protective status aims to formally link the historic product directly to the municipality of Elche. The Mayor of Elche, Pablo Ruz, explained that recent European regulations have
- [Nineteen migrants rescued from boat off the Alicante coast](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/nineteen-migrants-rescued-from-boat-off-the-alicante-coast/) - A total of 19 migrants have been rescued overnight after being found aboard a precarious boat 44 nautical miles off the coast of Alicante, maritime authorities have confirmed. The emergency operation was launched after the Valencia Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre mobilised the rescue vessel Salvamar Fénix to assist those on board. The group consisted of
- [Man investigated over 24 suspected arson attacks in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/man-investigated-over-24-suspected-arson-attacks-in-alicante/) - A 41-year-old man is under investigation by the Guardia Civil for allegedly starting 24 forest fires near residential areas in Alicante.
- [Three men arrested in Benidorm after 15 kilos of heroin found in taxi suitcase](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/three-men-arrested-in-benidorm-after-15-kilos-of-heroin-found-in-taxi-suitcase/) - Three men have been remanded in custody after National Police officers found 15 kilos of heroin in a suitcase during a taxi search in Benidorm.
- [Bauhaus invests 3.6 million euro in benefits and incentives for its workforce in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/bauhaus-invests-3-6-million-euro-in-benefits-and-incentives-for-its-workforce-in-spain/) - Bauhaus allocated 3.6 million euro to employee benefits and incentives in 2025 as it advances plans for its new Torrevieja store.
- [Man handed two year prison sentence for tearing off part of man's ear during parking dispute in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/man-handed-two-year-prison-sentence-for-tearing-off-part-of-mans-ear-during-parking-dispute-in-alicante/) - A man has been handed a two-year prison sentence after tearing off part of another man's ear during a violent dispute over a parking space in Alicante. The incident took place at the parking facility located in the port of Alicante, specifically at the ferry terminal operating between Alicante and Oran. The confrontation broke out
- [Sueña Torrevieja demands local financial aid and safety measures for coeliac residents](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/suena-torrevieja-demands-local-financial-aid-and-safety-measures-for-coeliac-residents/) - Sueña Torrevieja has submitted a council motion calling for financial aid and safety measures to support local coeliac residents.
- [Man arrested for alleged sexual assault of 17-year-old girl in Dénia kebab shop toilet](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/man-arrested-for-alleged-sexual-assault-of-17-year-old-girl-in-denia-kebab-shop-toilet/) - The Policía Nacional have arrested a 36-year-old man in Dénia under the accusation of having sexually assaulted a 17-year-old girl with autism inside the toilet of a pizza and kebab establishment in the town. The events took place during the afternoon of 1st May at a premises in Dénia. The minor informed her family about
- [Guardia Civil officer shot wife and son in their sleep in Dolores before taking his own life](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/guardia-civil-officer-shot-wife-and-son-in-their-sleep-in-dolores-before-taking-his-own-life/) - A tragic case of gender-based violence has shocked the municipality of Dolores following the discovery of three bodies inside a residential property. Investigations indicate that a 55-year-old Guardia Civil officer shot his 51-year-old wife and their 24-year-old son in the head while they were sleeping, before using the same firearm to take his own life.
- [Smart traffic lights being installed at Punta Prima roundabout in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/smart-traffic-lights-being-installed-at-punta-prima-roundabout-in-torrevieja/) - The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has launched a pioneering project to install an artificial intelligence-based traffic light system at the Punta Prima roundabout, located at kilometre 52.8 of the N-332 road in the municipality of Torrevieja. The initiative is backed by a budget of 409,369.81 euro, including VAT, which is funded through the
- [Torrevieja seeks two million euro from Europe to integrate and school young migrants](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/torrevieja-seeks-two-million-euro-from-europe-to-integrate-and-school-young-migrants/) - Torrevieja Council has launched a project to secure two million euro from Europe to streamline the integration and schooling of hundreds of young migrants arriving in the city each year.
- [La Nucia carries out deep cleaning across municipal dog parks](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/la-nucia-carries-out-deep-cleaning-across-municipal-dog-parks/) - La Nucia is undertaking its biannal deep clean of 16 municipal dog parks and animal facilities to ensure health and safety standards.
- [Pinoso man jailed for sedating and assaulting minor daughter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/pinoso-man-jailed-for-sedating-and-assaulting-minor-daughter/) - A court in Alicante has ordered that a man from the town of Pinoso, Alicante, be remanded in custody without bail. The suspect is under investigation for allegedly sedating and sexually assaulting his minor daughter. The investigation was initiated after health professionals detected anomalies and raised the alarm, leading to the intervention of the authorities.
- [Autopsies confirm the gender-based murder at the Guardia Civil barracks in Dolores](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/autopsies-confirm-the-gender-based-murder-at-the-guardia-civil-barracks-in-dolores/) - The three deaths of a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son that were discovered in a home in the Dolores barracks last Saturday, 16th May, were autopsied, confirming the gender-based crime that was the primary focus of the inquiry. According to sources familiar with the case, it was said yesterday, Tuessday 19th May,
- [New pedestrian bridge opens over railway tracks in Altabix Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/new-pedestrian-bridge-opens-over-railway-tracks-in-altabix-elche/) - A historic pedestrian bridge has opened over the railway tracks in the Altabix area of Elche to safely connect the divided neighbourhood.
- [Villajoyosa to increase Local Police force by 15 per cent with 11 new officers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/villajoyosa-to-increase-local-police-force-by-15-per-cent-with-11-new-officers/) - Villajoyosa Council has announced the recruitment of 11 new Local Police officers, expanding the current municipal force by 15 per cent.
- [PSOE approval of Alicante tuk-tuk ordinance](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/psoe-approval-of-alicante-tuk-tuk-ordinance/) - The PSOE municipal group has demanded that Alicante City Council finally approves the ordinance to regulate tourist tuk-tuks after a year of unfulfilled promises.
- [Orihuela launches mass recruitment drive for 61 summer street cleaning and waste collection staff](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/orihuela-launches-mass-recruitment-drive-for-61-summer-street-cleaning-and-waste-collection-staff/) - Orihuela Council is temporarily hiring 61 workers from its municipal job pool to boost street cleaning and waste collection services this summer.
- [Benidorm offsets carbon footprint of tourist by planting 1,868 trees](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/benidorm-offsets-carbon-footprint-of-tourist-by-planting-1868-trees/) - Benidorm has offset the carbon footprint generated by its tourism promotion efforts over the past decade by planting 1,868 trees in an area of the Marina Alta region affected by forest fires during the summer of 2022. The initiative was announced by the mayor and president of the Visit Benidorm Foundation, Toni Pérez, during a
- [Outrage in Dolores over the obituary announcing the death of the Guardia Civil officer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/outrage-in-dolores-over-the-obituary-announcing-the-death-of-the-guardia-civil-officer/) - Concern has given way to indignation just days after a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son were discovered dead in the Dolores barracks. Several posters announcing the date and location of the burial—in this case, not for all three family members, but simply for the 55-year-old father—have been put up in public and
- [Reservoirs have reached 60% of their capacity, one of the best levels this century](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/reservoirs-have-reached-60-of-their-capacity-one-of-the-best-levels-this-century/) - This week, the reservoirs in the Segura River basin reached 60% of their capacity, with 684 hm³ concentrated in the headwater reservoirs of La Pedrera in Orihuela, Fuensanta (Yeste), and El Cenajo in Castilla-La Mancha. According to data from the Ministry for Ecological Transition, one had to travel back eleven years to June 2015 in
- [Two arrested on the Orihuela Costa after ramming Guardia Civil vehicle](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/two-arrested-on-the-orihuela-costa-after-ramming-guardia-civil-vehicle/) - Two men aged 30 and 34 have been arrested on drug trafficking and other charges following a dangerous high-speed pursuit through the Villamartín and La Zenia areas on the Orihuela Costa. The incident, which took place on Monday, 18th May at around 11:30 am, culminated in a head-on collision between the suspects' getaway car and
- [Brit arrested in Rojales for alleged fraud was a local mayor](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/brit-arrested-in-rojales-for-alleged-fraud-was-a-local-mayor/) - After building a trusting relationship with an elderly British man for years, a man and his partner were arrested in Rojales for allegedly defrauding him of 86,000 euros. The man was the mayor Antonio Pérez's personal representative in the municipality's urbanisations, including Ciudad Quesada, one of the biggest in the province. This kind of appointment
- [Torrevieja expects to clear roaming chickens from city streets by the end of the year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/21/torrevieja-expects-to-clear-roaming-chickens-from-city-streets-by-the-end-of-the-year/) - Torrevieja Council plans to completely clear its streets of roaming chickens, roosters and hens by the end of the year.
- [Seven arrested and two police injured in police operation in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/seven-arrested-and-two-police-injured-in-police-operation-in-alicante/) - Despite the widespread perception among locals that some of Alicante's northern neighbourhoods are "lost", the police remain persistent in their efforts to uphold law and order and safeguard public safety. About fifty officers from the National Police, the National Police's Attached Unit, and the Local Police participated in a massive coordinated security operation in the
- [Torrevieja Council bans pedestrians from using La Hoya bridge over N-332](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/torrevieja-council-bans-pedestrians-from-using-la-hoya-bridge-over-n-332/) - Torrevieja Council has banned pedestrian access across the La Hoya bridge spanning the N-332 national road. The local authority implemented the ban on the bridge, which sits between the La Hoya residential sector and the IES Mare Nostrum secondary school, due to serious safety concerns. Currently, the structure lacks adequate pavements and pedestrian infrastructure, forcing
- [Camorra-linked clan leader arrested in Alicante after police chase](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/camorra-linked-clan-leader-arrested-in-alicante-after-police-chase/) - The police arrested Pietro Izzo, the leader of the Licciardi clan linked to a group close to the Neapolitan Camorra, in Alicante. The arrest was carried out under a European arrest warrant for his extradition to Italy due to alleged offences of blackmail and extortion. During the police operation, the suspect initiated a chase that
- [National Police arrest suspected killer after two bodies found](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/national-police-arrest-suspected-killer-after-two-bodies-found/) - A man has been arrested in Oviedo following the discovery of the bodies of a man and a woman in the Vallobín neighbourhood.
- [Prison for defrauding a disabled man of more than 50,000 euros using an imaginary girlfriend](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/prison-for-defrauding-a-disabled-man-of-more-than-50000-euros-using-an-imaginary-girlfriend/) - He believed he had a lover named Esmeralda for years, but he was unable to meet her since Gipsy law prohibited direct contact until the relationship was formal. For romantic fraud against a person with a disability in Villajoyosa, the Alicante Provincial Court condemned two members of a partnership to a total of one and
- [Butane cylinder prices drop by more than five per cent across Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/butane-cylinder-prices-drop-by-more-than-five-per-cent-across-spain/) - The maximum retail price of a standard butane cylinder will fall by 5.87 per cent from today, Tuesday 19th May, setting the new cost at 15.39 euro. The adjustment was officialised via a resolution published in the State Official Gazette (BOE), marking a notable reduction from the previous pricing period. According to data supplied by
- [DGT chief says V-16 emergency beacon is here to stay](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/dgt-chief-says-v-16-emergency-beacon-is-here-to-stay/) - The V-16 emergency beacon, which replaced warning triangles in January, is here to stay. This was the firm message delivered by the Director-General of Traffic (DGT), Pere Navarro, during his appearance before the Road Safety Committee in the Congress of Deputies. Navarro insisted that the device, which became compulsory on 1st January 2026 for cars,
- [The historic Peret kiosk in Alicante now has a name for its new era](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/the-historic-peret-kiosk-in-alicante-now-has-a-name-for-its-new-era/) - The next chapter of the historic Peret kiosk on Alicante's Explanada now has a name. Or at least that's how it can be interpreted after the new concessionaire closed the survey to determine the name the establishment will use when it reopens, given the ownership change, the exterior renovation, and the impossibility of just going
- [Guardamar will once again change its lifeguard company](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/guardamar-will-once-again-change-its-lifeguard-company/) - Lifeguard and rescue services on Guardamar del Segura's beaches will once again be managed by a new organization. To manage the surveillance, first aid, and accessible bathing services along the municipality's coastline for the upcoming years, the City Council's contracting committee has proposed giving the contract to Provita Sociedad Cooperativa Madrileña, which received the highest
- [Dénia local police catch eleven noisy motorbikes in a single day](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/denia-local-police-catch-eleven-noisy-motorbikes-in-a-single-day/) - The local police in Dénia caught 11 motorbikes operating above the permitted noise limits in just a single day. The vehicles were intercepted during a comprehensive inspection checkpoint that targeted all types of vehicles in the Torrecremada market area on Monday, 18th May. The operation included general traffic inspections alongside specific noise pollution monitoring, leading
- [12 years sought for trying to stab his wife to death in Dénia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/20/12-years-sought-for-trying-to-stab-his-wife-to-death-in-denia/) - A trial in Denia has been postponed until July after a man accused of attempting to stab his ex-wife dismissed his lawyer minutes before the hearing.
- [Orihuela retains Blue Flag status](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/orihuela-retains-blue-flag-status/) - The Mayor of Orihuela, Pepe Vegara, and the Councillor for the Coast, Manuel Mestre, attended the official Blue Flag award ceremony for the Valencian Community this Monday. The event, held in Chilches, Castellón, was organised by the Association for Environmental and Consumer Education (ADEAC) and presided over by Vicente Martínez Mus, the Regional Minister for
- [Eleven companies bid for CV-95 road expansion between Orihuela and Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/eleven-companies-bid-for-cv-95-road-expansion-between-orihuela-and-torrevieja/) - Eleven companies have submitted bids to draft the 1.3 million euro expansion project for the CV-95 connecting Orihuela and Torrevieja.
- [Man arrested in Alicante for harassing ex-partner with graffiti](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/man-arrested-in-alicante-for-harassing-ex-partner-with-graffiti/) - A man has been arrested in the municipality of Cocentaina in Alicante following allegations of persistent harassment against his former partner. The investigation, carried out by the National Police, began after the victim reported receiving threatening notes and discovering sexual graffiti sprayed onto her vehicle. According to police sources, the suspect followed a consistent pattern
- [La Mata gains direct bus link to Torrevieja Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/la-mata-gains-direct-bus-link-to-torrevieja-hospital/) - Residents in La Mata will benefit from a new direct bus service to Torrevieja Hospital, reducing travel times and avoiding town centre traffic.
- [Couple arrested in Rojales for defrauding elderly man of 86,000€](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/couple-arrested-in-rojales-for-defrauding-elderly-man-of-86000e/) - A couple has been detained in Rojales for allegedly stealing 86,000 euro from an 81-year-old man they were supposed to be caring for
- [Nine people injured in multi-car collision in Villajoyosa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/nine-people-injured-in-multi-car-collision-in-villajoyosa/) - A multi-car collision involving four vehicles has left nine people injured and caused one car to catch fire on the AP-7 in Villajoyosa
- [First LEGO store in the Murcia region opens at Nueva Condomina](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/first-lego-store-in-the-murcia-region-opens-at-nueva-condomina/) - The LEGO Group has launched its first official store in the Murcia region at the Nueva Condomina shopping centre.
- [Bigsound Festival refuses ticket refunds in Valencia despite major line-up changes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/bigsound-festival-refuses-ticket-refunds-in-valencia-despite-major-line-up-changes/) - Bigsound Festival organisers in Valencia face backlash after refusing to refund tickets despite the cancellation of several headline artists.
- [Green light given for construction of 30,000 m2 commercial area in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/green-light-given-for-construction-of-30000-m2-commercial-area-in-elche/) - One of the long-standing urban development projects in Elche, known as sector E-37 or ‘Vinalopó Sur’ by residential developers, is finally ready to begin construction. Work is set to commence specifically on the commercial section, named the Vinalopó Commercial Park. Urban planning in the area has historically moved at a slow pace due to administrative
- [Five-year prison sentence sought for man who bit off part of ear in Alicante parking row](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/19/five-year-prison-sentence-sought-for-man-who-bit-off-part-of-ear-in-alicante-parking-row/) - A man is facing a potential five-year prison sentence after allegedly biting off part of another man’s ear during a dispute over a parking space in Alicante. The incident, which took place at the city’s port, also reportedly involved an assault on two police officers during the suspect's arrest. The events occurred on 28th June
- [Fourth hantavirus PCR test for woman in Alicante returns negative result](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/fourth-hantavirus-pcr-test-for-woman-in-alicante-returns-negative-result/) - A woman being monitored for hantavirus in Alicante has tested negative in her fourth PCR test but remains in isolation.
- [Car catches fire in the Gran Sol area of Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/car-catches-fire-in-the-gran-sol-area-of-calpe/) - Occupants of a car in Calp escaped unharmed after their vehicle burst into flames in the Gran Sol area.
- [Three people arrested in Alicante for property scams totalling over one million euro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/three-people-arrested-in-alicante-for-property-scams-totalling-over-one-million-euro/) - hree individuals have been detained in Alicante after allegedly defrauding foreign property buyers of more than one million euro through a sophisticated real estate scam.
- [Alicante roadside bull celebrates 70 years of watching over drivers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/alicante-roadside-bull-celebrates-70-years-of-watching-over-drivers/) - The iconic Osborne bull that stands as a silent sentry over the roads of Alicante is celebrating its 70th anniversary. This towering black silhouette, which has become an unofficial symbol of the Spanish landscape, first appeared on the nation's hillsides and highways in 1956. Originally designed by artist Manolo Prieto for an advertising campaign for
- [Eight tourists expelled from Spain for throwing illegal fireworks during Valencia Fallas](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/eight-tourists-expelled-from-spain-for-throwing-illegal-fireworks-during-valencia-fallas/) - Eight European tourists have been expelled from Spain and banned for five years after throwing illegal firecrackers at crowds and police during the Valencia Fallas.
- [New door-to-door waste collection for 1,600 homes in Santa Pola](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/new-door-to-door-waste-collection-for-1600-homes-in-santa-pola/) - Santa Pola Council is introducing a mandatory door-to-door bin collection service for 1,600 homes in narrow streets to improve recycling and cleanliness.
- [Double murder and suicide suspected after a woman and her son are found dead in Dolores](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/17/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, Alberto. The body of the 55-year-old Guardia Civil officer, who is the suspected perpetrator, was found in a hallway
- [Helicopter rescue for woman with broken ankle in Hondón](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/17/helicopter-rescue-for-woman-with-broken-ankle-in-hondon/) - 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 las Nieves when she fell, sustaining what is believed to be a fractured ankle. The
- [Two injured after gas canister explosion at Villajoyosa omelette competition](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/17/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 cylinder supplying a participant's stove exploded. Emergency services were alerted to the scene in the Alicante municipality, and
- [Five arrested at Alicante-Elche airport for using forged passports](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/five-arrested-at-alicante-elche-airport-for-using-forged-passports/) - Five family members have been detained at Alicante-Elche airport after National Police discovered they were using forged Bulgarian passports to fly to the UK.
- [Scheduled power cuts planned for Elche, Benidorm, Orihuela and Torrevieja this week](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/scheduled-power-cuts-planned-for-elche-benidorm-orihuela-and-torrevieja-this-week/) - Electricity supply interruptions scheduled by Iberdrola are set to affect various municipalities across the province of Alicante this week, with outages planned across several different time slots. In Benidorm, a disruption is scheduled for Wednesday 20th May, between 09:00 and 13:00. This planned maintenance will affect areas including Avenida Estocolmo, Avenida Montecarlo, Calle Nápoles and
- [Europe's tallest residential building begins to rise in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/europes-tallest-residential-building-begins-to-rise-in-benidorm/) - Construction has started on the 230-metre TM Tower in Benidorm, which is set to become the tallest residential building in Europe upon its completion in 2028.
- [Eighty-nine drivers in Alicante face court for road safety offences in April](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/eighty-nine-drivers-in-alicante-face-court-for-road-safety-offences-in-april/) - A total of 89 motorists in Alicante have been brought before the courts this April for serious road safety offences.
- [Alicante electric scooter laws: pre-2024 models have an expiry date and cannot be legalised](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/alicante-electric-scooter-laws-pre-2024-models-have-an-expiry-date-and-cannot-be-legalised/) - Owners of electric scooters in Alicante bought before 2024 face a 2027 deadline as laws prevent the private legalisation of uncertified models.
- [Bodies of a Guardia Civil officer, his wife, and their son found in the Dolores barracks](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/16/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. According to the same sources the family resided in one of the dormitories within the barracks.
- [Torrevieja moves closer to new Alto de la Casilla park with selection of top construction bid](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/torrevieja-moves-closer-to-new-alto-de-la-casilla-park-with-selection-of-top-construction-bid/) - The Torrevieja City Council has made progress in creating the future Alto de la Casilla urban park by recommending that the contract be awarded to a joint venture formed by ABALA Infraestructuras and ORTHEM Servicios y Actuaciones Ambientales. The proposal, valued at 10,370,583 euro, achieved the highest technical score among thirteen competing firms, including several
- [Almoradí opens first fixed ecopark to serve the Vega Baja region](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/almoradi-opens-first-fixed-ecopark-to-serve-the-vega-baja-region/) - Almoradí has inaugurated a new 550,000 euro fixed ecopark to provide advanced recycling services for 36,000 residents.
- [Torrevieja awards 1.1 million euro contract for new low emission zone](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/torrevieja-awards-1-1-million-euro-contract-for-new-low-emission-zone/) - Torrevieja has awarded a 1.1 million euro contract to establish a low emission zone featuring intelligent traffic cameras and real-time air quality sensors.
- [Orihuela reopens Cabo Roig blue path after storm damage repairs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/18/orihuela-reopens-cabo-roig-blue-path-after-storm-damage-repairs/) - Orihuela Town Council has officially reopened the Blue Trail in Cabo Roig following the completion of urgent repair works. The coastal path, which runs between the beaches of Cala Capitán and La Caleta, had been closed to ensure public safety after being severely impacted by adverse weather conditions. The project was launched after heavy rainfall
- [Rojales prepares for San Isidro pilgrimage this weekend](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/rojales-prepares-for-san-isidro-pilgrimage-this-weekend/) - The municipality of Rojales is set to celebrate its traditional San Isidro pilgrimage on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th May. The Department of Festivities has organised a weekend of events in honour of the patron saint of farmers, which will take place between the Malecón del Soto and the El Recorral natural park. The festivities
- [Torrevieja to celebrate Norwegian National Day tomorrow](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/16/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 procession is scheduled to begin at 11:00 am at the Monument to the Man of the Sea (Hombre del
- [Robotic surgery reduces the surgical impact on patients with ovarian cancer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/22/robotic-surgery-reduces-the-surgical-impact-on-patients-with-ovarian-cancer/) - Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja is highlighting the advances that robotic surgery is bringing to the treatment of ovarian cancer, particularly in patients diagnosed at an early stage.
- [Avoiding extreme heat, staying well hydrated and consulting a specialist: key measures for controlling headaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/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](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/whats-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.
- [Guardia Civil arrest internationally wanted man in Altea using false documents](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/guardia-civil-arrest-internationally-wanted-man-in-altea-using-false-documents/) - A 29-year-old man wanted for international drug trafficking has been arrested in Altea after presenting forged documents to the Guardia Civil.
- [One of UK’s most wanted fugitives arrested in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/one-of-uks-most-wanted-fugitives-arrested-in-benidorm/) - The arrest took place during a police operation carried out in Benidorm and La Nucía. The suspect was featured in the "Most Wanted" campaign, an international search initiative launched by British authorities to locate high-profile criminals linked to organised gangs. The operation targeted a network involved in drug trafficking and document fraud. In addition to
- [Former Brookside actor among 12 most wanted fugitives believed to be in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/former-brookside-actor-among-12-most-wanted-fugitives-believed-to-be-in-spain/) - A former Brookside star and a Warrington man are among 12 fugitives named in a major new most wanted appeal by the National Crime Agency and Spanish police.
- [Torrevieja indoor pool closed following air conditioning duct collapse](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/torrevieja-indoor-pool-closed-following-air-conditioning-duct-collapse/) - The indoor swimming pool in Torrevieja has been closed until further notice after an air conditioning duct collapsed today.
- [Woman accepts year in prison for death of dog left tied on a Torrevieja roof](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/woman-accepts-year-in-prison-for-death-of-dog-left-tied-on-a-torrevieja-roof/) - A woman has accepted a one-year prison sentence and a four-year ban on owning or working with animals following the death of a dog named Maikel in Torrevieja. The animal died after being left tied up on a rooftop terrace in the direct sun for several days during August 2022. The case concluded with a
- [New Paseo del Mar leisure centre to open in Torrevieja next month](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/new-paseo-del-mar-leisure-centre-to-open-in-torrevieja-next-month/) - Torrevieja is preparing for a significant transformation of its seafront as the new Paseo del Mar leisure centre is scheduled to open its doors this June. The ambitious project, located within the city’s port area, represents a total investment of 61 million euro and is expected to create 400 new jobs for the local community.
- [Police dismantle major burglary network operating from Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/police-dismantle-major-burglary-network-operating-from-torrevieja/) - A criminal network based in Torrevieja has been dismantled by the National Police after committing 27 robberies across Spain.
- [Port Hotels opens new skyscraper hotel in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/port-hotels-opens-new-skyscraper-hotel-in-benidorm/) - The Benidorm skyline has been officially redefined this month with the opening of a major new architectural landmark. Port Hotels has launched its ambitious skyscraper project in the Rincón de Loix area, following a comprehensive transformation of the Port Benidorm Hotel and Spa. The project, led by the prominent businessman Toni Mayor, has seen the
- [Torrevieja prepares its beaches for the summer season](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/torrevieja-prepares-its-beaches-for-the-summer-season/) - Torrevieja has launched an extensive maintenance and preparation campaign to get its beaches ready for the summer tourist season.
- [Armed gang arrested after Dénia ram raid and high-speed chase on AP-7](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/armed-gang-arrested-after-denia-ram-raid-and-high-speed-chase-on-ap-7/) - Police have arrested a 42-year-old man in Dénia following a violent ram-raid at a local tobacconist that led to a high-speed motorway chase. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, May 14th, saw a criminal gang use a stolen car to smash through the metal shutters of the establishment to steal stock.
- [Judge demands urgent files from Alicante over Les Naus housing probe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/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 number 5 in Alicante comes as part of a judicial investigation into the awarding of municipal land and
- [Elche Council seeks 620,000 euro from L’Aljub landowners following decades of legal disputes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/elche-council-seeks-620000-euro-from-laljub-landowners-following-decades-of-legal-disputes/) - The development of Sector E-7 in Elche, the site of the L'Aljub Shopping Centre, continues to be a source of significant administrative and financial headaches nearly thirty years after it began. Elche Council is currently attempting to recover more than 620,000 euro from the current owners of the land, while also demanding 36,000 euro from
- [Installation of lifts becomes mandatory in Alicante buildings where residents are over 70](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/15/installation-of-lifts-becomes-mandatory-in-alicante-buildings-where-residents-are-over-70/) - The Horizontal Property Law has established specific cases where the installation of a lift becomes a mandatory requirement for communities of owners. Under current regulations, installing a lift in a building is now compulsory if at least one resident is over the age of 70, provided that certain legal and economic conditions are met. While
- [Alicante to appeal court ruling against bus contract specifications](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/alicante-to-appeal-court-ruling-against-bus-contract-specifications/) - Alicante City Council is set to appeal a judicial decision that partially voided the current bus service contract specifications.
- [Alicante marks 182nd anniversary of the Guardia Civil](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/alicante-marks-182nd-anniversary-of-the-guardia-civil/) - The Alicante Guardia Civil celebrated the 182nd anniversary of its founding yesterday, Wednesday May 13th, with an official institutional event. Presided over by Colonel Francisco Poyato Sevillano, head of the Command, the ceremony involved the presentation of awards to both veteran and active-duty officers to commemorate the establishment of the force in 1844. The event
- [Alicante reinforces collaboration with Red Cross for emergencies and elderly care](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/alicante-reinforces-collaboration-with-red-cross-for-emergencies-and-elderly-care/) - The Alicante City Council is strengthening its partnership with the Red Cross to improve social care for the elderly and bolster the city's response to emergencies. Begoña León, the Councillor for Welfare in Alicante, recently visited the Red Cross facilities to discuss the expansion of these vital services. A key part of this collaboration is
- [Elderly hiker evacuated by helicopter rescue team](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/elderly-hiker-evacuated-by-helicopter-rescue-team/) - An 83-year-old hiker was rescued by helicopter yesterday morning, Wednesday May 13th, after becoming injured in the mountains near Tormos. The Provincial Firefighters Consortium received an emergency call at 10:00 am reporting that the man had been hurt on a mountain path. The hiker had suffered a twisted ankle which prevented him from continuing his
- [Serial thief arrested in Villajoyosa following cafe break-in](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/serial-thief-arrested-in-villajoyosa-following-cafe-break-in/) - The Local Police in Villajoyosa have arrested a man suspected of carrying out a break-in at a cafe on Calle Colón during the early hours of yesterday, Wednesday May 13th. The individual is believed to be the same person previously detained by the Guardia Civil on April 27th in connection with an attempted robbery at
- [Torrevieja and Vega Baja hospitals join forces to improve early detection of pulmonary hypertension](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/torrevieja-and-vega-baja-hospitals-join-forces-to-improve-early-detection-of-pulmonary-hypertension/) - The university hospitals of Torrevieja and Vega Baja have held a joint session focused on pulmonary hypertension. The aim of the collaboration is to improve the early diagnosis of the condition and to strengthen coordination between health professionals across both health departments. The meeting, held in the assembly hall of the Torrevieja hospital, was organised
- [Man sentenced in Torrevieja for killing partner's cat face extradition to Colombia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/man-sentenced-in-torrevieja-for-killing-partners-cat-face-extradition-to-colombia/) - A man in Torrevieja has been sentenced for beating his partner's cat to death and now faces extradition to Colombia.
- [Teachers take to the streets of Vega Baja to demand decent conditions for public education](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/teachers-take-to-the-streets-of-vega-baja-to-demand-decent-conditions-for-public-education/) - The indefinite strike by teachers in the Valencian Community has seen protests move directly into the streets of Vega Baja. On the first day, union figures suggested that over 80% of public education staff ceased activity, and early figures for the second day indicate a continued turnout of around 75%. The strike action spread across
- [Orihuela Costa to receive its first permanent tow truck service](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/14/orihuela-costa-to-receive-its-first-permanent-tow-truck-service/) - Orihuela Council has launched a tender for a new municipal tow truck service which, for the first time, will include a permanent operational unit based in Orihuela Costa. This new contract, valued at nearly 500,000 euro per year, aims to significantly reduce response times by establishing a stable base at the Emergency and Security Centre
- [British bakery chain Greggs to open first international in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/british-bakery-chain-greggs-to-open-first-international-in-spain/) - British holidaymakers travelling to Tenerife will soon be able to enjoy a familiar taste of home, as the famous bakery chain Greggs prepares to open its first and only international outlet at Tenerife South airport later this month. This opening marks the company’s first venture into overseas operations since it closed its last international store
- [Torrevieja PSOE demands urgent action to address educational emergency](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/torrevieja-psoe-demands-urgent-action-to-address-educational-emergency/) - The PSOE in Torrevieja has proposed a four-point plan to combat school overcrowding and the reliance on prefabricated classrooms in the city.
- [Charity dog walks return to Asoka Orihuela animal shelter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/charity-dog-walks-return-to-asoka-orihuela-animal-shelter/) - The animal protection association Asoka Orihuela, which manages the Municipal Animal Protection Centre (CPA) in Orihuela, is set to host a new edition of its "Paseos Solidarios" (Charity Walks) on Sunday May 17th. This initiative is designed to encourage pet adoption and to provide the public with a firsthand look at the vital work carried
- [Orihuela City Council to improve the busiest roads in La Campaneta](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/orihuela-city-council-to-improve-the-busiest-roads-in-la-campaneta/) - The Department of Infrastructure of Orihuela City Council is set to carry out new resurfacing and road safety improvement works in the district of La Campaneta. The project aims to repair various damaged sections and improve traffic flow in one of the busiest areas of the urban centre. The planned works will focus specifically on
- [Man arrested in Pilar de la Horadada after allegedly killing friend and faking a hit-and-run](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/man-arrested-in-pilar-de-la-horadada-after-allegedly-killing-friend-and-faking-a-hit-and-run/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested a man in Pilar de la Horadada on suspicion of beating a friend to death with a stick and subsequently attempting to disguise the crime as a traffic accident. The incident began late in the evening on 23rd April, around 21:00, when the suspect contacted emergency services via the 112
- [Torrevieja population exceeds 113,000 as demographic growth accelerates](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/torrevieja-population-exceeds-113000-as-demographic-growth-accelerates/) - Torrevieja has officially surpassed 113,000 registered residents, consolidating its status as one of the most dynamic and multicultural cities in Spain. According to updated municipal data released yesterday, Tuesday May 12th, the city now has a total of 113,453 residents, consisting of 56,126 men and 57,327 women. This population increase ensures Torrevieja remains one of
- [Fire at roof tile factory between Novelda and Agost extinguished](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/fire-at-roof-tile-factory-between-novelda-and-agost-extinguished/) - Emergency crews from the Alicante Provincial Firefighters Consortium have officially extinguished a fire that broke out at a roof tile factory situated between the towns of Novelda and Agost. The blaze was declared fully extinguished at approximately 8:00 pm on Monday evening, May 11th, following a long operation that saw the fire brought under control
- [Four arrested for bank fraud after criminal group dismantled in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/four-arrested-for-bank-fraud-after-criminal-group-dismantled-in-elche/) - National Police officers have arrested four individuals in Elche on suspicion of involvement in a criminal network dedicated to bank fraud. The group, consisting of three men and one woman aged between 40 and 49, faces charges of fraud and membership in a criminal organisation. The investigation began following a report from a member of
- [New direct bus service links Alicante Airport with La Marina, Guardamar and Rojales](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/new-direct-bus-service-links-alicante-airport-with-la-marina-guardamar-and-rojales/) - A new direct bus route now connects Alicante Airport with La Marina, Guardamar and Rojales, offering a budget-friendly 5 euro alternative to expensive taxi fares.
- [Passers-by intervene to detain thief caught stealing motorbikes in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/passers-by-intervene-to-detain-thief-caught-stealing-motorbikes-in-alicante/) - Several members of the public successfully intercepted and restrained a suspected thief in Alicante after he was caught attempting to steal motorbikes. The incident occurred when local residents noticed a man acting in a highly suspicious manner near a row of parked motorcycles. The individual was reportedly attempting to force the locks of the vehicles
- [Torrevieja salt industry centre project costs rise by 33 per cent](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/13/torrevieja-salt-industry-centre-project-costs-rise-by-33-per-cent/) - The renovation of Torrevieja's Salt Industry Interpretation Centre has seen its budget climb by a third to 548,000 euro.
- [Six arrested as major marijuana network dismantled across Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/six-arrested-as-major-marijuana-network-dismantled-across-alicante/) - Six people have been arrested and over 1,100 plants seized after police dismantled a marijuana production network spanning l’Alqueria d’Asnar, Cocentaina and Alcoi.
- [Orihuela Costa Local Police rescue woman held captive in house](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/orihuela-costa-local-police-rescue-woman-held-captive-in-house/) - Local Police officers in Orihuela have rescued a woman after she was found illegally detained inside a local residence.
- [Migrants gather in Guardamar to request faster processing of legal status](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/migrants-gather-in-guardamar-to-request-faster-processing-of-legal-status/) - A group of twenty migrants gathered in Guardamar del Segura to demand quicker administrative processing of their legal status.
- [Provincial council removes netting causing swift deaths at Torrevieja fire station](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/provincial-council-removes-netting-causing-swift-deaths-at-torrevieja-fire-station/) - The Provincial Council of Alicante has taken action to remove a protective net at the Torrevieja fire station following reports that the installation was trapping and killing swifts. The decision to rectify the situation comes after local environmental concerns were raised regarding the impact of the mesh on the local bird population. The netting had
- [Second PCR test returns negative for woman monitored in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/second-pcr-test-returns-negative-for-woman-monitored-in-alicante/) - A second PCR test on a woman monitored in an Alicante hospital for hantavirus has returned a negative result.
- [La Hoya in Torrevieja - just a single lane bridge over the N-332](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/la-hoya-in-torrevieja-just-a-single-lane-bridge-over-the-n-332/) - The ridge over the N-332 variant next to the IES Mare Nostrum and the storm tank to lessen the evacuation of the sector, which has more than 1.8 million square metres of drainage basin in the Torrevieja lagoon, are two crucial infrastructures included in the urbanisation works of the La Hoya plan whose impact extends
- [Three adults and a child rescued after being swept out to sea while paddleboarding in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/three-adults-and-a-child-rescued-after-being-swept-out-to-sea-while-paddleboarding-in-denia/) - Maritime Rescue teams saved three adults and a minor in Denia after they were swept out to sea by wind.
- [Alarm over heavy smoke from a restaurant chimney in Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/alarm-over-heavy-smoke-from-a-restaurant-chimney-in-calpe/) - Emergency services were called to a restaurant in Calpe after a chimney fire produced thick smoke.
- [Trial for man accused of killing woman by setting fire to their home in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/trial-for-man-accused-of-killing-woman-by-setting-fire-to-their-home-in-elche/) - A man faces 25 years in prison as he goes on trial for allegedly murdering a woman by setting fire to their home in Elche.
- [400 call for justice for Nola the cat in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/400-call-for-justice-for-nola-the-cat-in-torrevieja/) - Hundreds of protesters gathered in Torrevieja to demand justice for Nola, a cat killed in an act of gender-based violence.
- [Man arrested for threatening a man with a gun and a knife at an Orihuela cash machine](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/12/man-arrested-for-threatening-a-man-with-a-gun-and-a-knife-at-an-orihuela-cash-machine/) - A man has been arrested in Orihuela after allegedly assaulting another person and threatening them with both a firearm and a knife at a bank cash machine. The incident took place in the heart of the municipality when the victim was using the ATM and was suddenly approached by the assailant. According to reports, the
- [National Lottery first prize brings 600,000 euro windfall to Rojales](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/10/national-lottery-first-prize-brings-600000-euro-windfall-to-rojales/) - The National Lottery has delivered a 600,000 euro first prize to Rojales after the winning number 21,254 was sold at a local administration on Calle Valentín Fuster.
- [Seventeen arrested in Torrevieja as Guardia Civil dismantle major drug operation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/10/seventeen-arrested-in-torrevieja-as-guardia-civil-dismantle-major-drug-operation/) - Seventeen people have been arrested in Torrevieja after the Guardia Civil dismantled two drug houses supplying heroin and cocaine across the Vega Baja.
- [Elche man among Guardia Civil injured in Huelva narco boat chase which left two dead](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/09/elche-man-among-guardia-civil-injured-in-huelva-narco-boat-chase-which-left-two-dead/) - An officer from the Perleta district of Elche was injured in a maritime collision during a drug chase in Huelva that claimed the lives of two colleagues.
- [Man caught red-handed stealing from ward in Alicante hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/09/man-caught-red-handed-stealing-from-ward-in-alicante-hospital/) - A 43-year-old man has been arrested in Alicante after a nurse caught him stealing a purse and electronic devices from a paediatric ward.
- [Alicante local police chief announces final year of service before retirement](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/alicante-local-police-chief-announces-final-year-of-service-before-retirement/) - The Chief Commissioner of the Alicante Local Police, José María Conesa, has confirmed he will retire in May 2027 after his final year of service.
- [Renovation of Avenida del Cabo in Cabo Roig progresses with accessibility and lighting upgrades](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/renovation-of-avenida-del-cabo-in-cabo-roig-progresses-with-accessibility-and-lighting-upgrades/) - The Councillor for Infrastructure at Orihuela City Council, Víctor Valverde, accompanied by the Councillor for the Coast, Manuel Mestre, has visited the ongoing works at Avenida del Cabo in Cabo Roig. The project aims to modernise this significant thoroughfare in Orihuela Costa. With an investment of nearly 200,000 euro, a substantial portion of the public
- [Consell approves new bus service contracts for Torrevieja and Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/consell-approves-new-bus-service-contracts-for-torrevieja-and-alicante/) - The Consell has authorised the procurement of future concessions for the regular public road transport service between Costa Blanca and Valencia, and Torrevieja and Alicante. This move aims to strengthen mobility and improve connections between various municipalities within the Valencian Community. The contract will be formalised as a service concession lasting ten years with no
- [Torrevieja awards 8.6 million euro contract to Pavasal for Los Locos beach redevelopment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/torrevieja-awards-8-6-million-euro-contract-to-pavasal-for-los-locos-beach-redevelopment/) - orrevieja Town Council has awarded an 8.6 million euro contract to Pavasal for a major 18-month redevelopment of the Los Locos beach promenade.
- [Driver arrested after allegedly ramming police officer in Santa Pola](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/driver-arrested-after-allegedly-ramming-police-officer-in-santa-pola/) - A driver has been detained in Santa Pola after allegedly accelerating into a police officer and fleeing the scene.
- [New urban bus fleet begins trials on the streets of Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/new-urban-bus-fleet-begins-trials-on-the-streets-of-denia/) - The long-awaited transformation of Denia's public transport system has taken a significant step forward as the first of the new urban buses began trial runs through the town streets on Friday, May 8th. The white vehicle, emblazoned with red "Bus Dénia" branding, was spotted navigating key routes to test the practicalities of the new service
- [Benidorm entertainment venues: Police propose sanctions for security staff](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/benidorm-entertainment-venues-police-propose-sanctions-for-security-staff/) - The National Police have clarified that they have conducted fresh checks at recreational facilities in the so-called English sector of Benidorm last week in collaboration with agents from the Local Police and the Unit Attached to the Valencian Government. According to a statement from the police department, there were specifically two new searches on businesses
- [Health protocol activated in Alicante after woman hospitalised with suspected hantavirus](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/09/health-protocol-activated-in-alicante-after-woman-hospitalised-with-suspected-hantavirus/) - Health authorities in Alicante have isolated a 32-year-old woman in Sant Joan d'Alacant hospital following a potential hantavirus link to an international cruise ship outbreak.
- [Man investigated for animal cruelty in Torrevieja after dog found with choke collar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/man-investigated-for-animal-cruelty-in-torrevieja-after-dog-found-with-choke-collar/) - A 78-year-old man is under investigation in Torrevieja after his dog was found with a prohibited spiked collar embedded in its neck.
- [Court acquits Torrevieja casino partners over false testimony allegations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/11/court-acquits-torrevieja-casino-partners-over-false-testimony-allegations/) - A Torrevieja court has cleared casino partners of charges involving false testimony following a lack of evidence.
- [Bigsound Torrevieja cancels 2026 edition due to low ticket sales](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/bigsound-torrevieja-cancels-2026-edition-due-to-low-ticket-sales/) - The BIGSOUND festival will not be held in Torrevieja this summer as planned. Organisers of the event and the Ayuntamiento de Torrevieja issued a joint statement confirming the cancellation of the 2026 edition, citing that ticket sales and public interest did not reach the levels required to ensure the festival could take place under the
- [Top events in Torrevieja and Spain from 8 to 10 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/top-events-in-torrevieja-and-spain-from-8-to-10-may-2026/) - A comprehensive guide to the major events in Torrevieja and across Spain for the weekend of 8 to 10 May 2026, featuring the Torrevieja May Fair.
- [Orihuela opens registration for San Isidro murals and Mercadearte 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/orihuela-opens-registration-for-san-isidro-murals-and-mercadearte-2026/) - Registration is now open for artists and crafters to join the XII San Isidro Murals and Mercadearte event in Orihuela this May.
- [Benidorm launches world's most fun skyscraper video game on Roblox](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/benidorm-launches-worlds-most-fun-skyscraper-video-game-on-roblox/) - Benidorm becomes the first European city to launch its own interactive skyscraper game on the Roblox platform to promote sustainable family tourism.
- [Alicante could generate 10 million euro from tourism tax proposal](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/alicante-could-generate-10-million-euro-from-tourism-tax-proposal/) - A new proposal suggests Alicante could collect 10 million euro annually through a tourism tax to fund public services and local festivals.
- [Treasury to claim over 3.3 million euro from ONCE Mother's Day Extra winner](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/treasury-to-claim-over-3-3-million-euro-from-once-mothers-day-extra-winner/) - The winner of the 17 million euro ONCE Mother's Day Extra jackpot will see over 3.3 million euro go to the Treasury due to tax regulations.
- [Six arrested after travelling crime group targets homes across Alicante and Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/six-arrested-after-travelling-crime-group-targets-homes-across-alicante-and-spain/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested six men for more than 20 burglaries across Alicante and seven other provinces, with losses totalling over 800,000 euro.
- [Fifty-year-old man dies after motorhome falls on him](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/fifty-year-old-man-dies-after-motorhome-falls-on-him/) - A 50-year-old man has tragically lost his life in Totana after a motorhome he was near collapsed and fell on top of him.
- [Six companies bid for abandoned vehicle removal contract in Alcoy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/six-companies-bid-for-abandoned-vehicle-removal-contract-in-alcoy/) - A total of six companies have submitted bids for the contract tendered by Alcoy City Council to manage the removal of abandoned vehicles within the municipality. The contract focuses on the handling of vehicles that meet the legal criteria to be treated as solid urban waste, covering their decontamination and official permanent removal from the
- [New look for iconic Explanada kiosk in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/new-look-for-iconic-explanada-kiosk-in-alicante/) - The legendary Peret kiosk, located at the northern end of the Paseo de La Explanada in Alicante, is preparing for a fresh start under new management. The successful bidder for the municipal concession, Hotel Boutique Isla de Tabarca, has finalised a rebranding project designed to breathe new life into the historic site, which has been
- [Alicante-Elche Airport faces massive 1.1 billion euro investment plan amid tourism industry concerns](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/alicante-elche-airport-faces-massive-1-1-billion-euro-investment-plan-amid-tourism-industry-concerns/) - Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is entering a significant new investment cycle, with 1,154 billion euro earmarked to expand its capacity and adapt its infrastructure to a growing number of passengers. The roadmap was unveiled during the general assembly of Hosbec, held at the airport facilities, where government officials and the tourism sector identified connectivity as
- [Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport To Improve Efficiency With New Rapid Exit Taxiway](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/alicante-elche-miguel-hernandez-airport-to-improve-efficiency-with-new-rapid-exit-taxiway/) - Aena has officially launched the tender for a significant infrastructure project at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, focusing on the construction of a new rapid exit taxiway. This development is designed to streamline aircraft movements and reduce the time planes spend on the runway after landing, ultimately increasing the overall capacity and operational efficiency of the
- [Fourth adoption fair to be held in Crevillent](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/fourth-adoption-fair-to-be-held-in-crevillent/) - Crevillent will host its fourth Adoption Fair on 23 May at the Plaza de la Comunidad Valenciana, featuring a dog parade and police demonstrations.
- [Operation Crossing the Strait 2026 starts preparations in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/operation-crossing-the-strait-2026-starts-preparations-in-alicante/) - Preparations are underway for the 2026 Operation Crossing the Strait, the major annual transit operation that facilitates the movement of thousands of travellers between Europe and North Africa. In Alicante, authorities and transport companies are already coordinating to ensure the smooth flow of passengers and vehicles through the city's port. The operation, also known as
- [Man arrested in Villajoyosa following attempted robbery at local pastry shop](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/man-arrested-in-villajoyosa-following-attempted-robbery-at-local-pastry-shop/) - A 45-year-old man has been detained in Vila Joiosa for an attempted robbery at a pastry shop and three other local thefts.
- [Mercadona changes home delivery rules for physical stores in Valencia and across Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/mercadona-changes-home-delivery-rules-for-physical-stores-in-valencia-and-across-spain/) - The Valencian supermarket giant, Mercadona, is implementing a significant change to its services starting today, Thursday, May 7th. From this date, purchases made by customers within physical stores will only be delivered to their homes if specific requirements are met. The measure affects all 1,598 supermarkets across the country, including those operating in Valencia and
- [Police provide safety advice to thousands of elderly visitors in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/police-provide-safety-advice-to-thousands-of-elderly-visitors-in-benidorm/) - The National Police have stepped up their prevention efforts in Benidorm aimed at protecting senior citizens through the "Plan Mayor Seguridad". As part of this initiative, officers are holding weekly safety talks at hotels participating in the Imserso social tourism programme. To date, more than 3,000 beneficiaries have received guidance on how to reduce the
- [Guardia Civil dismantle gang targeting agricultural safes across Almeria and Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/guardia-civil-dismantle-gang-targeting-agricultural-safes-across-almeria-and-alicante/) - The Guardia Civil has broken up a criminal network responsible for eleven robberies involving safes at agricultural firms in Almeria, Alicante and surrounding provinces.
- [La Nucia Council delivers keys for first three homes for young people](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/la-nucia-council-delivers-keys-for-first-three-homes-for-young-people/) - The La Nucia Council has officially handed over the keys to the first three homes for young people, marking the start of a housing scheme that offered 12 properties in 2025. These semi-detached houses are located on Carrer Serra Grossa, within the La Colina urbanisation. The initiative was specifically designed for local residents under the
- [Alicante parking contract for new blue and orange zones faces delays](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/alicante-parking-contract-for-new-blue-and-orange-zones-faces-delays/) - The rollout of Alicante's new 143 million euro parking contract has been delayed, pausing plans for free resident parking in expanded orange zones.
- [Prosecution seeks 162 years in prison for online child abuse and pornography in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/08/prosecution-seeks-162-years-in-prison-for-online-child-abuse-and-pornography-in-alicante/) - A man in Alicante faces a potential 162-year prison sentence following allegations of extensive online sexual abuse and the distribution of child pornography.
- [Benidorm waiter sentenced to prison for homophobic attack on customers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/benidorm-waiter-sentenced-to-prison-for-homophobic-attack-on-customers/) - A Benidorm waiter has received a prison sentence and multiple fines for a homophobic physical and verbal assault on two pub customers.
- [Doctor faces eight years for alleged sexual assault during examination](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/doctor-faces-eight-years-for-alleged-sexual-assault-during-examination/) - A digestive system specialist at a private clinic in Alicante is facing a request for eight years in prison following allegations of sexual assault and degrading treatment. The charges relate to the care provided to two female patients during medical examinations. The most serious incident reportedly involves a woman who attended a consultation in August
- [Man arrested in Alicante after impersonating a police officer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/man-arrested-in-alicante-after-impersonating-a-police-officer/) - In Alicante, the National Police have arrested a 51-year-old man. He faces charges of impersonating a police officer. A blue flashing light was attached to the man’s car, and another motorist was pulled over on a public road. Officers of the Public Security Unit watching the scene came up, thinking it was a police patrol.
- [Torrevieja prepares for school admission process with record numbers for 2026-2027](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/torrevieja-prepares-for-school-admission-process-with-record-numbers-for-2026-2027/) - Torrevieja faces a record-breaking school admission period for the 2026-2027 academic year with high application volumes expected.
- [Elche retains five blue flags for its beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/elche-retains-five-blue-flags-for-its-beaches/) - The coastline of Elche will once again boast five blue flags in 2026, confirming the continued high standards and quality of its coastal areas. This annual recognition ensures that the municipality maintains its status as a top-tier destination for both residents and visitors seeking pristine seaside environments. The prestigious flags will be flown at Arenales
- [Lawyer in Elche faces trial for allegedly withholding client compensation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/lawyer-in-elche-faces-trial-for-allegedly-withholding-client-compensation/) - A lawyer in Elche is facing three years in prison after being accused of misappropriating 65,000 euro from a client's compensation. The funds were intended for a woman and her young daughter following a serious road traffic accident. The trial is set to determine if the legal professional kept the money, which was meant to
- [Woman arrested after being caught selling drugs in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/07/woman-arrested-after-being-caught-selling-drugs-in-alicante/) - The National Police arrested a 45-year-old woman in the city of Alicante for her suspected involvement in drug trafficking. The suspect was intercepted in her vehicle shortly after she allegedly completed a narcotics transaction. Investigators believe the operation has successfully dismantled a local drug supply point. Officers from the narcotics unit of the Northern District
- [Ryanair boss calls for ban on early morning airport drinking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/ryanair-boss-calls-for-ban-on-early-morning-airport-drinking/) - The chief executive of Ryanair, Michael O’Leary, has called for a ban on airports serving alcohol to passengers before early morning flights. He argued that the move would significantly reduce the number of disruptive travellers who cause chaos on board aircraft. Mr O’Leary revealed that Ryanair is currently forced to divert an average of nearly
- [Playa de San Juan residents demand solutions for overcrowded medical clinic](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/playa-de-san-juan-residents-demand-solutions-for-overcrowded-medical-clinic/) - Residents in Playa de San Juan have taken to painting their own local clinic in protest against overcrowding and a decade of delays for a new health centre.
- [New Emergency Department at Alicante Hospital will have 88 beds and an additional 100 employees](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/new-emergency-department-at-alicante-hospital-will-have-88-beds-and-an-additional-100-employees/) - The Emergency Service of the Doctor Balmis University General Hospital in Alicante is in its final phase of refurbishment and extension, after the Valencian Ministry of Health has invested around seven million euros. Yesterday, Tuesday May 5th, minister Marciano Gómez visited the construction site and declared that the area will be operating before the end
- [90-year-old man rescued by helicopter after fall on Penyal d’Ifac in Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/90-year-old-man-rescued-by-helicopter-after-fall-on-penyal-difac-in-calpe/) - Emergency services from the Alicante Provincial Firefighters Consortium were called into action yesterday, Tuesday May 5th, to rescue a 90-year-old man in Calpe. The elderly hiker had been climbing the iconic Penyal d’Ifac when he suffered a fall just 50 metres from the summit. The incident occurred when the man slipped, resulting in an injury
- [Tax collection in Alicante surges by 15 per cent to over 1,4 billion euro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/tax-collection-in-alicante-surges-by-15-per-cent-to-over-14-billion-euro/) - Tax revenue in Alicante has climbed 15.3 per cent to 1,421 million euro, significantly outstripping the national growth rate.
- [Arrested for assaulting his partner in Alicante while threatening to cut his own wrists](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/arrested-for-assaulting-his-partner-in-alicante-while-threatening-to-cut-his-own-wrists/) - The National Police have arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly attacking, threatening and abusing his partner yesterday, Tuesday May 5th. But the woman had been attacked the day before and told the medics who treated her that she had fallen down a flight of stairs. The man arrested Tuesday pulled out a serrated knife and
- [Only five per cent of Elche airport car parks have a valid licence following inspections](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/only-five-per-cent-of-elche-airport-car-parks-have-a-valid-licence-following-inspections/) - The Local Police in Elche have carried out 26 inspections on vehicle storage plots located around the Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, discovering that only 5% of these sites comply with current legislation. This revelation came during a plenary session held this Tuesday, where the City Council announced an order to begin modifying the General Plan
- [Torrevieja socialists criticise new joint venture for essential city services](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/torrevieja-socialists-criticise-new-joint-venture-for-essential-city-services/) - The PSOE in Torrevieja warns that the new "Cuida Torrevieja" business alliance may hinder accountability for waste and garden maintenance services.
- [Unlicensed taxis on the Orihuela Orihuela Costa: 21 taxi type vehicles inspected, two arrests, one car impounded, and complaints filed](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/06/unlicensed-taxis-on-the-orihuela-orihuela-costa-21-taxi-type-vehicles-inspected-two-arrests-one-car-impounded-and-complaints-filed/) - The Local Police of Orihuela is carrying out an operation of surveillance and regulation against the illegal operation of the ride-hailing services (VTCs) – operated by platforms such as Uber and Cabify – which impacts the taxi sector. Specifically, authorities are improving public safety by introducing new training courses and increasing oversight of these vehicles
- [Torrevieja Local Police seize over 300 counterfeit items during traffic stop](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/torrevieja-local-police-seize-over-300-counterfeit-items-during-traffic-stop/) - The local police in Torrevieja have carried out an operation resulting in the seizure of more than 300 items of allegedly counterfeit clothing following a routine traffic violation. The incident occurred when a driver failed to obey a stop sign at the junction of Avenida de la Purísima and Calle Goleta. This led to a
- [Elche records the largest drop in new housing construction in the province for 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/elche-records-the-largest-drop-in-new-housing-construction-in-the-province-for-2026/) - Elche has seen a significant 54.4% drop in new home construction during the first quarter of 2026, despite record growth across the wider Alicante province.
- [Benidorm reserves 40% of new Poniente public housing for young people and single-parent families](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/benidorm-reserves-40-of-new-poniente-public-housing-for-young-people-and-single-parent-families/) - The public protection housing development currently under construction in the Poniente area of Benidorm is now expected to be completed by the summer of 2027. During a visit to the site yesterday, Monday May 4th, the Generalitat Valenciana confirmed that works are likely to conclude in April 2027, representing a delay of nearly a year
- [Almoradí upgrades waste management service with new containers and extra staff](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/almoradi-upgrades-waste-management-service-with-new-containers-and-extra-staff/) - Almoradí modernises its waste collection service with 228 new containers, an expanded workforce, and a fleet of electric vehicles.
- [Free land to build your first house in Benijófar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/free-land-to-build-your-first-house-in-benijofar/) - The local council in Benijófar has launched a pioneering initiative to combat depopulation and assist residents in accessing the property market by offering plots of land at no cost for the construction of self-built homes. This scheme is specifically designed to support young people and families who wish to establish their permanent residence in the
- [80 arrested in a major drug operation in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/80-arrested-in-a-major-drug-operation-in-benidorm/) - A large police operation against the sale of drugs on a small scale or "retail" in several establishments in a well-known leisure area of the city has resulted in the arrest of a total of 80 individuals in Benidorm (Alicante) who are accused of drug trafficking and belonging to a criminal group. According to a
- [Two minors arrested in Elche for nursery school roof raid](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/two-minors-arrested-in-elche-for-nursery-school-roof-raid/) - Seven people including two teenagers have been arrested in Elche following a series of holiday weekend robberies and a nursery school break-in.
- [Drunk swimmer rescued by police and off-duty firefighter at Dénia beach](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/drunk-swimmer-rescued-by-police-and-off-duty-firefighter-at-denia-beach/) - Emergency services and an off-duty firefighter rescued an intoxicated man struggling 300 metres out at sea in Dénia.
- [Two men arrested in Silla for the theft of two tonnes of railway material](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/05/two-men-arrested-in-silla-for-the-theft-of-two-tonnes-of-railway-material/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested two men in Silla after they were caught stealing approximately 2,000 kilograms of railway material. The investigation began when officers patrolling an industrial area in Silla spotted a van that appeared to be heavily overloaded. Upon stopping the vehicle and conducting an inspection, the agents discovered a vast quantity of
- [Heroic rescue in Torrevieja as officer dives into the sea to save young woman](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/heroic-rescue-in-torrevieja-as-officer-dives-into-the-sea-to-save-young-woman/) - A dramatic rescue took place in Torrevieja when a member of the Guardia Civil dived into the sea to save a young woman who was unable to return to the shore. The incident occurred in the area of the Juan Aparicio promenade, specifically near the natural pools, a spot popular with both locals and tourists.
- [Serious accident on A-7 in Alicante: Vehicle travelling in the wrong direction collides with another](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/serious-accident-on-a-7-in-alicante-vehicle-travelling-in-the-wrong-direction-collides-with-another/) - A severe traffic disaster occurred at the Tibi exit on the A-7 motorway in Alicante today, located at kilometre 480, as it travelled toward the provincial capital. The Provincial Fire Consortium was notified of the severe accident at 4:38 p.m., which resulted in the injuries of multiple individuals as a result of the collision between
- [Spanish government confirms 100 euro grant for glasses and contact lenses](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/spanish-government-confirms-100-euro-grant-for-glasses-and-contact-lenses/) - The Spanish government has confirmed that it will provide a grant of up to 100 euro per person annually for the purchase of glasses or contact lenses. The measure is part of a new initiative known as "Plan VEO", which aims to reduce the financial burden of visual healthcare, particularly for families with children. As
- [One dead and one injured in crash between two motorbikes in Torremendo](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/one-dead-and-one-injured-in-crash-between-two-motorbikes-in-torremendo/) - Today, Sunday May 3rd, a collision between two motorcycles in the Orihuela district of Torremendo, in the province of Alicante, resulted in the death of an 18-year-old man and the injury of a 56-year-old man. Upon receiving a report of a collision between two motorcycles and the helicopter at approximately 12:56 pm, the Emergency Information
- [Firefighters and Local Police rescue elderly woman after fall in Denia penthouse](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/firefighters-and-local-police-rescue-elderly-woman-after-fall-in-denia-penthouse/) - Emergency services were forced to break into a penthouse on Calle Marqués de Campo in Dénia to rescue an elderly woman who had fallen and was unable to move.
- [Notaries defend foreign purchases: "It is an economic strength" that accounts for 51% in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/notaries-defend-foreign-purchases-it-is-an-economic-strength-that-accounts-for-51-in-alicante/) - One distinct protagonist dominates the real estate market in the province of Alicante: the international buyer. More than half of all home transactions in Alicante are in the hands of foreigners, according to data from the recently launched Notary Statistical Portal. This situation is not a problem; rather, it is "an economic strength from every
- [Off-duty police officer intervenes as man attacks wife in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/off-duty-police-officer-intervenes-as-man-attacks-wife-in-denia/) - An off-duty police officer has been praised for his quick actions after intervening in a domestic assault in Denia. The incident resulted in the arrest of a 74-year-old man who was caught in the act of attacking his wife inside their family home. The officer, who is a member of the National Police family protection
- [Firefighters tackle blaze at scrapyard in Orihuela](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/03/firefighters-tackle-blaze-at-scrapyard-in-orihuela/) - Firefighters have contained a powerful blaze at a scrapyard on the Orihuela-Almoradí road with no injuries reported.
- [Adif allocates 2.9 million euro to remove two level crossings and build footbridge in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/adif-allocates-2-9-million-euro-to-remove-two-level-crossings-and-build-footbridge-in-elche/) - Adif has launched a 2.9 million euro tender to remove two dangerous level crossings in Matola, Elche, including the construction of a new pedestrian footbridge
- [British fugitive arrested in Benidorm for drug trafficking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/british-fugitive-arrested-in-benidorm-for-drug-trafficking/) - The National Police have arrested a 32-year-old man in Benidorm who was wanted by the United Kingdom for drug trafficking offences. The individual was the subject of a European Arrest Warrant and faces the possibility of life imprisonment in Britain. The arrested man was reportedly part of a criminal organisation based in Blackburn. Between 2022
- [Prosecutor's Office is bringing to trial the first cases of illegal construction in rural areas](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/prosecutors-office-is-bringing-to-trial-the-first-cases-of-illegal-construction-in-rural-areas/) - The Environmental Prosecutor's Office has brought the initial cases to trial as a result of a comprehensive investigation into illicit construction in rural areas of Alicante. Last year, a comprehensive inspection campaign was implemented, and the findings are currently being presented in the courts as criminal proceedings with allegations of violations of land-use regulations. One
- [Access to Santa Bárbara castle in Alicante limited for three weeks](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/access-to-santa-barbara-castle-in-alicante-limited-for-three-weeks/) - Access to the Castillo de Santa Bárbara in Alicante is set to be restricted exclusively to the urban bus shuttle service and taxis starting this coming Monday, 4th May, until 20th May. The measure is being implemented to facilitate the final phase of construction on a new pedestrian connection between the La Ereta car park
- [Discontent among pharmacists over the delay in April payments](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/discontent-among-pharmacists-over-the-delay-in-april-payments/) - Despite the fact that the regional administration has fulfilled its obligations on time, the delay in the payment of the pharmaceutical invoice for the month of April in the province of Alicante is causing concern among pharmacies. The Official College of Pharmacists is attributing the delay to the intermediary bank, which is responsible for the
- [The medallion of Jesús that helped the police find the body of the Alicante businessman](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/the-medallion-of-jesus-that-helped-the-police-find-the-body-of-the-alicante-businessman/) - The police were on the brink of abandoning the search for Jesús Tavira after spending several hours digging through the floor of the home in El Bacarot (Alicante) where they suspected he was buried. A discovery verified that they were on the correct path. A medallion that the vanished businessman consistently wore was discovered among
- [Michael O’Leary claims risk of fuel shortages is fading](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/michael-oleary-claims-risk-of-fuel-shortages-is-fading/) - Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary signals an improvement in European fuel supplies and announces price cuts to drive summer demand.
- [High Court upholds monthly fine of 135,000 euros against Acciona for the poor quality of service it provides in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/high-court-upholds-monthly-fine-of-135000-euros-against-acciona-for-the-poor-quality-of-service-it-provides-in-torrevieja/) - Acciona's garbage collection and street cleansing service in Torrevieja, which had commenced a year prior, was scrutinised by the specialised inspection company for the first time in July 2023. The consequence was catastrophic: €90,000 in accumulated penalties for minor breaches of the contract terms and €45,000 for severe deficiencies, which were primarily tied to the
- [Torrevieja will only be able to count on the Acequión park-and-ride facility this summer out of the four planned](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/torrevieja-will-only-be-able-to-count-on-the-acequion-park-and-ride-facility-this-summer-out-of-the-four-planned/) - The park-and-ride facilities that were designed to reduce the reluctance of residential visitors to visit the center of Torrevieja during peak season will not be prepared for this summer, which is anticipated to be a record-breaking one for tourism in the city, unless unforeseen circumstances arise. The sole focus will be on the provisional adaptation
- [Torrevieja Council employee is demanding productivity pay while on sick leave](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/04/torrevieja-council-employee-is-demanding-productivity-pay-while-on-sick-leave/) - A career civil servant at the Torrevieja City Council has been denied productivity pay while on medical leave by a court. The primary argument of the public employee is that being on leave results in "inequality" and "discrimination" in comparison to their colleagues who are employed and receive this compensation. The court and the municipal
- [Zenia Boulevard celebrates Geek Pride Day with cosplay and themed activities in Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/zenia-boulevard-celebrates-geek-pride-day-with-cosplay-and-themed-activities-in-orihuela-costa/) - Zenia Boulevard in Orihuela Costa announces a packed May schedule featuring a cosplay contest for Geek Pride Day and an immersive planetarium.
- [Animal welfare law bans unregistered domestic breeding at home](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/animal-welfare-law-bans-unregistered-domestic-breeding-at-home/) - New legal regulations in Spain now prohibit pet owners from breeding litters at home without being officially registered as authorised breeders.
- [Ryanair demands suspension of new border controls to avoid summer chaos in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/ryanair-demands-suspension-of-new-border-controls-to-avoid-summer-chaos-in-spain/) - Ryanair has called on the Spanish government to suspend new EES border controls until September to prevent airport chaos and two-hour queues.
- [Deliplus hair removal cream for men withdrawn due to overexposure risk](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/deliplus-hair-removal-cream-for-men-withdrawn-due-to-overexposure-risk/) - The AEMPS has ordered the recall of Deliplus hair removal cream batches due to inadequate usage instructions.
- [Elche awarded City of Science and Innovation distinction](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/elche-awarded-city-of-science-and-innovation-distinction/) - Elche joins the prestigious Innpulso Network after being named a City of Science and Innovation by the Ministry.
- [Benidorm improves and expands the callisthenics area on Poniente beach](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/benidorm-improves-and-expands-the-callisthenics-area-on-poniente-beach/) - Benidorm City Council has invested over 17,000 euro to expand the outdoor calisthenics gym on Poniente beach following a successful resident proposal.Benidorm City Council has invested over 17,000 euro to expand the outdoor calisthenics gym on Poniente beach following a successful resident proposal.
- [Man killed after being hit by vehicle on A-7 in Orihuela](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/man-killed-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-on-a-7-in-orihuela/) - A pedestrian has died following a fatal collision with a vehicle on the A-7 motorway in Orihuela during the early hours of Thursday
- [Sueña Torrevieja calls on the government to ensure the future of Rock Against Cancer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/suena-torrevieja-calls-on-the-government-to-ensure-the-future-of-rock-against-cancer/) - Sueña Torrevieja is urging the local government to provide logistical and financial support to prevent the cancellation of the iconic Rock Against Cancer charity festival
- [Elche Street food market returns from 8th to 10th May with gastronomy and live music](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/elche-street-food-market-returns-from-8th-to-10th-may-with-gastronomy-and-live-music/) - The Eleventh Street Food Market brings fifteen food trucks, a design market, and live tribute acts to the Paseo de la Estación in Elche this May
- [PSOE demands urgent municipal plan for homeless people in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/psoe-demands-urgent-municipal-plan-for-homeless-people-in-benidorm/) - The Socialist Municipal Group calls for an urgent comprehensive plan to tackle the rising number of homeless people in Benidorm.
- [Benidorm to install immersive room in El Torrejó tourism office](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/05/01/benidorm-to-install-immersive-room-in-el-torrejo-tourism-office/) - Benidorm City Council has awarded a 59,290 euro contract to install an advanced immersive room and digital tools at the El Torrejó Tourism Office
- [Four arrested in Alicante for the death of Jesús Tavira, found buried in a house](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/four-arrested-in-alicante-for-the-death-of-jesus-tavira-found-buried-in-a-house/) - A fourth arrest has been made in the stabbing death of businessman Jesús Tavira in Alicante, the National Police announced. His body was found buried more than two metres deep in a disused cistern at a house in the community of El Bacarot. A report from the Provincial Police Headquarters yesterday, Wednesday April 29th, stated
- [Five arrested in Calpe for stealing high-end watches in Madrid, Puerto Banús and Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/five-arrested-in-calpe-for-stealing-high-end-watches-in-madrid-puerto-banus-and-benidorm/) - The National Police opened the investigation on April 17th after a violent robbery of a luxury watch worth €500,000 at the entrance of a hotel in the Madrid district of Retiro. The entire criminal gang is behind bars. The watches were confiscated during the police raid. The National Police have detained five members of a
- [Widening of the CV-95 in Torrevieja will include a third lane only for accessing the hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/widening-of-the-cv-95-in-torrevieja-will-include-a-third-lane-only-for-accessing-the-hospital/) - Work has commenced on doubling the CV-95 between Los Balcones and La Veleta to improve access to Torrevieja Hospital
- [Eleven navy ships from various countries will dock in Alicante for three days](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/eleven-navy-ships-from-various-countries-will-dock-in-alicante-for-three-days/) - A sophisticated multinational mine warfare exercise (ESP MINEX-26) is underway since last Monday in the waters off Alicante, Murcia and the Balearic Islands. The exercise, organised and led annually by the Spanish Navy, will run until May 8th. Eleven ships are participate in the exercises which will include a port stop in Alicante from May
- [Court rules in favour of the Orihuela over forced retirement of the former Local Police commissioner](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/court-rules-in-favour-of-the-orihuela-over-forced-retirement-of-the-former-local-police-commissioner/) - José María Pomares – pictured far right The Administrative Court No. 1 of Elche has dismissed the appeal filed by the former chief commissioner of the Local Police of Orihuela, José María Pomares, against the City Council for the order of retirement for forced retirement last September, when he reached 65 years of age, despite
- [Two arrested accused of attempting to rob an elderly woman and seriously injuring her in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/two-arrested-accused-of-attempting-to-rob-an-elderly-woman-and-seriously-injuring-her-in-torrevieja/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested two males, aged 21 and 31, accused of attempting to rob an 86-year-old woman and reportedly gravely wounding her. The accused individuals are said to have attempted to take the pocketbook of the victim, who suffered a broken arm and other injuries. The Guardia Civil said the incident occurred on
- [PSOE Torrevieja slams local government over unsustainable urban growth and hospital expansion claims](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/psoe-torrevieja-slams-local-government-over-unsustainable-urban-growth-and-hospital-expansion-claims/) - The PSOE in Torrevieja has criticised the local government for tying the city's hospital expansion to an unsustainable private urban development project.
- [Burglar who tried escaping via the sea arrested](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/burglar-who-tried-sea-escape-arrested/) - During a swim pursuit, San Javier police officers arrested an individual who attempted to perpetrate a burglary at a residence and attempted to flee by entering the sea. The individual was ultimately apprehended. The sequence of events started with the receipt of a communication by police officers, which indicated the presence of an individual within
- [Ontinyent records eight earthquakes in one night](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/30/ontinyent-records-eight-earthquakes-in-one-night/) - The Valencian municipality of Ontinyent recorded a set of seismic movements yesterday, Wednesday April 29th, the most violent of which reached 3.5 degrees on the Richter scale and was felt by the people, according to the National Geographic Institute (IGN). The major earthquake occurred at 8:23 a.m. northwest of the town, at a depth of
- [11 released by Torrevieja court after being brought before it too late](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/11-released-by-torrevieja-court-after-being-brought-before-it-too-late/) - Last Friday, April 24th, a court in Torrevieja granted provisional release without bail to eleven individuals who were detained by the Guardia Civil as members of an organised gang that was dismantled in the Vega Baja and l'Alacantí regions. The gang was involved in vehicle theft and drug trafficking. The majority of them were brought
- [Elche Mayor discharged from the hospital and will return to work on Monday](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/elche-mayor-discharged-from-the-hospital-and-will-return-to-work-on-monday/) - The local council said the Mayor, Pablo Ruz, was sent to Elche General Hospital following a medical incident. In this context, the council's spokesmen voted unanimously to postpone two plenary meetings planned for that day. The revised dates for both sessions will be announced in the next few days. The acting mayor is the deputy
- [Alicante student arrested for allegedly selling pink cocaine](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/alicante-student-arrested-for-allegedly-selling-pink-cocaine/) - The National Police have arrested a 14-year-old student from a high school in Alicante for allegedly trafficking cocaine and tusi (also known as pink cocaine.) The inquiry was carried out by agents of the Juvenile Unit (Grume). The arrested girl was later sent to the Juvenile Prosecutor’s Office. The arrest took place on March 24th,
- [Missing businessman Jesús Tavira found dead in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/missing-businessman-jesus-tavira-found-dead-in-alicante/) - The body of businessman Jesús Tavira, missing since March 18th in Alicante, has been recovered at a residence in the Bacarot neighbourhood of Alicante. The find was made yesterday afternoon, Tuesday April 28th, and it appears he was buried under a concrete slab in a house, in a kind of cesspool. The residence was occupied
- [76-year-old man dies after falling from a balcony in El Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/76-year-old-man-dies-after-falling-from-a-balcony-in-el-campello/) - A 76-year-old man died yesterday, Tuesday April 28th, in El Campello (Alicante) while carrying out repairs on a balcony and falling to the street, according to sources from the Guardia Civil. The officers were called at 1:50 p.m. yesterday to a report of the discovery of a body in the roadway, on Calle Almadraba. The
- [Torrevieja Local Police arrest a man for beating his ex-partner's cat to death](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/torrevieja-local-police-arrest-a-man-for-beating-his-ex-partners-cat-to-death/) - Local Police in Torrevieja have arresrted a man who beat a cat to death on the street. The animal belonged to his ex. The woman went to a police station and there are proceedings for alleged animal abuse in addition to a charge of gender-based violence. The incident occurred on Calle Jacarilla, south of the
- [Torrevieja will have a monument in memory of the victims of the air raid in 1938](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/torrevieja-will-have-a-monument-in-memory-of-the-victims-of-the-air-raid-in-1938/) - The initiation of procedures to erect a monument in memory of the victims of the bombardment of August 25th, 1938, during the Spanish Civil War, perpetrated by the Italian fascist air force, was scheduled to be unanimously approved by the Torrevieja City Council on Monday, April 27th. The municipal corporation's dedication to the preservation of
- [Shortage of ibuprofen and paracetamol due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/shortage-of-ibuprofen-and-paracetamol-due-to-the-closure-of-the-strait-of-hormuz/) - The supply of medicines, including fundamental medications such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, could also be impacted by the Iran-Contra conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. These medications are more scarce than the former, including both sachets and hospital-grade versions. The reason for this is that the Strait of Hormuz is a critical
- [Elche Mayor, Pablo Ruz, admitted to the hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/28/elche-mayor-pablo-ruz-admitted-to-the-hospital/) - Pablo Ruz, the mayor of Elche (Alicante), is currently hospitalised at the Elche General Hospital due to a "medical indisposition," according to municipal sources on Monday. Ruz is a member of the People's Party.The board of spokespersons has unanimously agreed to postpone two plenary sessions that were originally scheduled for today, in light of this
- [Orihuela renews its fleet of bin collection trucks with seven more vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/29/orihuela-renews-its-fleet-of-bin-collection-trucks-with-seven-more-vehicles/) - According to the Orihuela City Council, the addition of seven new collection trucks to the Urban Solid Waste (USW) collection service enables the Council to further advance in the renewal of the municipal fleet and directly enhance the provision of this service throughout the municipality. The presentation of the vehicles is timed to coincide with
- [Fourteen investigated for public disorder, threats, and racist chants](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/28/fourteen-investigated-for-public-disorder-threats-and-racist-chants/) - Fourteen individuals have been the subject of an investigation by the Guardia Civil for engaging in discriminatory chanting and threats, as well as causing damage to public property in Alginet. The incident also involved a 13-year-old boy, who is not criminally responsible. In January 2026, a group of masked individuals was encountered by members of
- [Confirmed by law: Workers are entitled to a paid day off for moving house](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/28/confirmed-by-law-workers-are-entitled-to-a-paid-day-off-for-moving-house/) - Boxes and anxiety are not the only components of the relocation process. This is considered sufficient justification for taking time off work by the law. In particular, the employee is entitled to one day of paid leave when they relocate from their usual domicile, provided that they provide prior notice and justification. Labour rights in
- [Two arrested for performing medical treatments without qualifications](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/28/two-arrested-for-performing-medical-treatments-without-qualifications/) - Two women were arrested by the Guardia Civil in Spain for practising medicine without a licence, document forgery, endangering public health, fraud, and theft. They were discovered to be practicing as physicians without the necessary qualifications. In the municipality of Santa Pola (Alicante), they administered medication to victims and administered invasive treatments using forged prescriptions.
- [Torrevieja Hospital adds 10,147 new users in just one year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/28/torrevieja-hospital-adds-10147-new-users-in-just-one-year/) - The 2025 management report of the Torrevieja Health Department emphasises the substantial increase in the population served and the concurrent increase in healthcare activity, which has resulted in a strain on services. The SIP (Population Information System) has registered 225,705 individuals in the territory that serves the population of Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, Pilar de la
- [One dead and three injured in Orihuela Costa house fire](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/one-dead-and-three-injured-in-orihuela-costa-house-fire/) - On the Orihuela Costa, a house fire resulted in the death of a 77-year-old woman and the injury of three other individuals due to smoke inhalation. The Emergency Information and Coordination Center reported that a SAMU (Emergency Medical Service) unit was necessary to respond to the fire that erupted at approximately 10:00 p.m. on Saturday,
- [Crime takes a turn in Elche with more sexual assaults and a surge in cybercrime](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/28/crime-takes-a-turn-in-elche-with-more-sexual-assaults-and-a-surge-in-cybercrime/) - In the past year, Elche has experienced a 1.2% increase in crime rates, with 121 additional incidents. This represents a jump from 9,806 criminal offences in 2024 to 9,927 in 2025, despite a decrease in crimes outside the digital domain. According to the most recent reports published by the Ministry of the Interior, sexual assaults
- [Tax advisor faces jail for pocketing 1.7 million euro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/tax-advisor-faces-jail-for-pocketing-1-7-million-euro/) - The prosecution is seeking a seven-and-a-half-year prison sentence for a tax advisor who is accused of keeping over 1,700,000 euros from a company he advised after the owner's demise. The advisor even went so far as to imitate the owner's signature to issue promissory notes. The public prosecutor will charge him with the ongoing crimes
- [A benchmark in Alicante for complex patients: How the Internal Medicine Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja works](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/a-benchmark-in-alicante-for-complex-patients-how-the-internal-medicine-service-at-quironsalud-torrevieja-works/) - In a healthcare landscape increasingly shaped by chronic conditions, multimorbidity and growing clinical complexity, Internal Medicine is playing an ever more important role. In this context, the Internal Medicine Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital has established itself as a benchmark in private healthcare in Alicante, thanks to a care model based on a holistic view of the
- [PSOE Proposes “Smart Pedestrianisation” Pilot for Torrevieja Town Centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/psoe-proposes-smart-pedestrianisation-pilot-for-torrevieja-town-centre/) - A proposal for “smart pedestrianisation” in Torrevieja could see parts of the town centre become more pedestrian-friendly through flexible traffic controls and data-driven technology, with safety and local business at the heart of the plan.
- [Tourist apartments are increasing in Alicante despite the freeze on new licences](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/tourist-apartments-are-increasing-in-alicante-despite-the-freeze-on-new-licences/) - Granted, it may appear to be a contradiction; however, there is an explanation. The expansion of visitor apartments in the city has not been entirely halted by the moratorium on new tourist licences, which was implemented by the Alicante City Council in two phases. The moratorium was initially implemented for domestic buildings and subsequently extended
- [Hair tied back, ear checks, and cameras to stop cheaters during exams at Alicante high schools](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/hair-tied-back-ear-checks-and-cameras-to-stop-cheaters-during-exams-at-alicante-high-schools/) - The University of Alicante (UA) is among the institutions that have instituted radio frequency detectors to detect any information transmission, as part of a crackdown on cheaters who use nearly invisible smart devices to effortlessly pass exams. Schools have been compelled to "arm themselves" against the fraudulent use of artificial intelligence (AI) due to student
- [Torrevieja to approval plan to build 1,367 tourist homes opposite the hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/torrevieja-to-approval-plan-to-build-1367-tourist-homes-opposite-the-hospital/) - The Torrevieja City Council is expected to grant initial approval today, Monday April 27th, to a specific modification of the General Urban Development Plan. This modification will authorise the urban development plan for Sector 29, "La Ceñuela," which has the capacity to accommodate 1,347 homes and 3,387 new residents. This will necessitate the votes of
- [Two marijuana plantations broken up and four arrested in Elda](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/two-marijuana-plantations-broken-up-and-four-arrested-in-elda/) - In Elda, a town in Alicante, a criminal organisation that specialised in the interior cultivation of marijuana has been dismantled by National Police officers. The police operation led to the arrest of four individuals, aged 21 to 69, consisting of one male and three women, and the seizure of 1,481 marijuana plants. The investigation commenced
- [Two arrested for attempted sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl in an Alicante park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/two-arrested-for-attempted-sexual-assault-of-a-16-year-old-girl-in-an-alicante-park/) - According to police sources, two 15-year-olds were arrested by local police officers in Alicante on Friday night for the attempted sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl in a park situated in the Cabo de la Huerta area, adjacent to Avenida Costa Blanca. The incident took place in Adolfo Suárez Park in Alicante at approximately 9:00
- [Man arrested for drugs warrant issued in Poland](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/man-arrested-for-drugs-warrant-issued-in-poland/) - A 39-year-old man was arrested by the Guardia Civil in Benissa (Alicante) for possessing a valid European arrest warrant. The man had evaded Polish authorities and was suspected of being a member of a criminal organisation that specialises in drug trafficking. According to a statement from the Armed Institute, the Guardia Civil of the Calpe
- [Injured man evacuated by helicopter from Alicante mountain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/25/injured-man-evacuated-by-helicopter-from-alicante-mountain/) - After receiving the report at 10:24 a.m. on Saturday April 25th, the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium participated in a rescue operation, which concluded at 12:20 p.m. The incident occurred in the municipality of Vall de Laguart, approximately 100 metres from the Isbert dam. The rescue operation involved a 50-year-old male who was suspected of having
- [Spain activates a 25-minute rule to address biometric queues at airports](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/spain-activates-a-25-minute-rule-to-address-biometric-queues-at-airports/) - Spain has initiated operational modifications at airports within the Aena network to address queues associated with the Entry/Exit System (EES), a new European system that digitally records entries, exits, and entry denials for third-country nationals on brief stays. the EES. The European Commission has verified that the system will be entirely operational in the Schengen
- [Torrevieja puts out to tender the improvements to Cala Piteras, Playa del Cura and Cabo Cervera](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/27/torrevieja-puts-out-to-tender-the-improvements-to-cala-piteras-playa-del-cura-and-cabo-cervera/) - The tendering process for the adaptation and restoration of various infrastructures on the beaches of the municipality, specifically Cala Piteras, Playa del Cura, and Cabo Cervera, was approved by the Local Governing Board of Torrevieja City Council this morning. The objective is to enhance the functionality, safety, and accessibility of these well-known public spaces, which
- [Orihuela announces the registration dates for the 2026 Summer School](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/orihuela-announces-the-registration-dates-for-the-2026-summer-school/) - The Orihuela City Council has proposed the 2026 Summer School, a consolidated initiative within the municipal educational programme. This initiative will once again be conducted in 15 educational centres throughout the municipality, outlying districts, and Orihuela Costa. The objective of this initiative is to facilitate family reconciliation during the summer and provide the youngest children
- [Government refutes Vox hoax about the measles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/government-refutes-vox-hoax-about-the-measles/) - The government has responded to Vox by asserting that immigration is not the cause of any potential resurgences of contagious diseases in Spain. It emphasises that Spanish-born residents accounted for more than 80% of the measles cases detected in the nation between 2014 and 2022. The data presented in this response serves to disprove a
- [Villena refuses to receive waste from Vega Baja despite the capacity of its plant](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/villena-refuses-to-receive-waste-from-vega-baja-despite-the-capacity-of-its-plant/) - A proposal that will be discussed at the Crea Consortium next Monday, April 27th, is the Villena City Council's opposition to the possibility of the municipality's waste treatment facility receiving garbage from the Vega Baja region. The facility, which was recently modernised with a €12 million investment from European funds and is managed by Vaersa,
- [Green light in Elche for the contract to supply bulletproof vests to the Local Police](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/green-light-in-elche-for-the-contract-to-supply-bulletproof-vests-to-the-local-police/) - The Elche Local Police officers have been awarded a contract by the Local Governing Board for the provision of 200 bulletproof, stab-proof, and puncture-resistant garments. Inma Mora, the spokesperson for the Local Governing Board, clarified that the company Technicaluniforms SL has been awarded a contract for 121,000 euros over a four-year period. The purpose of
- [Observation deck at Gran Hotel Bali will surpass two million visitors next year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/observation-deck-at-gran-hotel-bali-will-surpass-two-million-visitors-next-year/) - The view from the Gran Hotel Bali, the tallest hotel in Europe, has become one of the main tourist attractions in Benidorm and will surpass two million visitors on the occasion of its 25th anniversary, which will be celebrated in 2027, according to estimates based on the average flow of visitors throughout its history, a
- [Orihuela Tourism moves forward with audio guides for tourist visits](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/orihuela-tourism-moves-forward-with-audio-guides-for-tourist-visits/) - The Orihuela City Council has granted the contract for the delivery of an audio guide system for tourist visits within the context of the Orihuela Destination Tourism Sustainability Plan. The equipment comprises 10 transmitters, 50 receivers, 10 headset microphones, 10 lavalier microphones, 4,500 disposable headphones and a carrying and recharging case with the aim of
- [Airlines expect a 14% increase in passengers at Alicante-Elche airport this summer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/airlines-expect-a-14-increase-in-passengers-at-alicante-elche-airport-this-summer/) - Despite the geopolitical situation, Spanish airlines anticipate a 5.7% increase in scheduled seating over the summer, with even greater increases in intra-European and intercontinental flights. This growth in Alicante reaches 14.1%, and they do not anticipate any paraffin shortages that would impede operations, as Spain has a high refining capacity. Javier Gándara, the president of
- [Sueña Torrevieja Proposes Joining VIOPET Programme to Support Victims and Their Pets](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/suena-torrevieja-proposes-joining-viopet-programme-to-support-victims-and-their-pets/) - Sueña Torrevieja has proposed joining the VIOPET programme to support victims of gender-based violence and protect their pets. The initiative aims to provide safe shelter for animals while victims access essential care.
- [Torrevieja May Fair will be 7th to 10th May this year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/torrevieja-may-fair-will-be-7th-to-10th-may-this-year/) - A new incarnation of the May Fair will be held in Torrevieja from Thursday, May 7th to Sunday, May 10th. This event is one of the most significant on the local festive calendar and is one of the most popular and crowded celebrations in the province of Alicante. Antonio Soria Park will once again be
- [Orihuela Police stop 400 goldfinches crammed into cages, destined for France](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/orihuela-police-stop-400-goldfinches-crammed-into-cages-destined-for-france/) - Two men, aged 49 and 52, were arrested by National Police officers in Orihuela on suspicion of committing a crime against flora and fauna. The men were intercepted while transporting twelve large cages in a vehicle that contained 400 European goldfinches, which were intended for illicit trade in France. The officers were notified of the
- [Pret A Manger Expands at Alicante Airport as Ibersol Strengthens Its Presence in Spain](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/pret-a-manger-expands-at-alicante-airport-as-ibersol-strengthens-its-presence-in-spain/) - Pret A Manger has opened a second outlet at Alicante Airport, offering travellers more fresh food options. Operated by Ibersol Group, the expansion also highlights the company’s wider role in European hospitality, including links to the Wetherspoon pub chain.
- [Man arrested in Elche accused of receiving stolen goods](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/man-arrested-in-elche-accused-of-receiving-stolen-goods/) - As part of an investigation into numerous vehicle break-ins near a hospital and the city's courthouse, the National Police have arrested a 66-year-old man in Elche for his purported involvement in the receipt of stolen goods. The stolen items were subsequently sold or exchanged for narcotics, as per the investigation. The Judicial Police Brigade of
- [Man arrested for stealing a defibrillator from a sports facility and trying to sell it](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/man-arrested-for-stealing-a-defibrillator-from-a-sports-facility-and-trying-to-sell-it/) - A man has been arrested by the Guardia Civil in connection with the theft of a semi-automatic defibrillator from a public sports facility in Novelda. The device, which was intended to address potential emergencies during sports activities, was taken from the skating rinks of the municipal sports complex. It is valued at 3,000 euros. The
- [Alicante Glovo drivers join national strike](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/alicante-glovo-drivers-join-national-strike/) - The home delivery sector's protests are being joined by workers in Alicante this week. Today, Friday, April 24th, at 5:00 p.m., employees of the Glovo platform have declared a demonstration at the terminus of the Rambla de Méndez Núñez in Alicante. This action is a component of the nationwide strike scheduled for April 24th-26th, during
- [Five companies are vying for the lifeguard contract on Guardamar beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/24/five-companies-are-vying-for-the-lifeguard-contract-on-guardamar-beaches/) - Five companies have submitted proposals for the contract to provide lifeguard, rescue, surveillance, first aid, and accessible bathing services on the beaches of Guardamar del Segura. The City Council awarded the contract, which has a base budget of €1.12 million (excluding VAT) for a two-year period. The contracting committee has approved all of the proposals
- [Man arrested in Alicante accused of 25 thefts in bars and credit card fraud](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/man-arrested-in-alicante-accused-of-25-thefts-in-bars-and-credit-card-fraud/) - A 60-year-old man has been arrested by the Guardia Civil for the alleged fraudulent use of bank cards in 25 petty larceny offences and one fraud offence in various municipalities in the Marina Alta region. The man who was arrested has been released on bail after appearing before a judge. However, he has been subjected
- [Three new vehicles and a state-of-the-art drone for Orihuela police](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/three-new-vehicles-and-a-state-of-the-art-drone-for-orihuela-police/) - The Orihuela City Council has announced the addition of new resources to the Local Police force in order to enhance its operational capacity and enhance its response to emergency situations, particularly in rural areas and difficult-to-reach locations. Mayor Pepe Vegara of Orihuela, Councillor Mónica Pastor of Citizen Security, Councillor Víctor Valverde of Civil Protection and
- [Discontent is growing over the lack of healthcare resources at Torrevieja Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/discontent-is-growing-over-the-lack-of-healthcare-resources-at-torrevieja-hospital/) - The Platform for Quality Public Healthcare of the Torrevieja Health Department held a demonstration in front of the outpatient clinic entrance of the Torrevieja Hospital to protest the delays in the waiting lists. The platform is requesting public healthcare investment that is proportional to the population registered in the department. The following statement has been
- [Two dead as scaffolding collapses in Benidorm](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/two-dead-as-scaffolding-collapses-in-benidorm/) - Benidorm City Council (Alicante) has proclaimed a day of official mourning in remembrance of the two workers who lost their lives in a workplace accident that occurred yesterday morning, Wednesday April 22nd, at a building facade construction site on Calle Ibiza . A three-minute silence ceremony will be held in front of the town hall
- [Orihuela starts new riverbed cleaning operations](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/orihuela-starts-new-riverbed-cleaning-operations/) - The Orihuela City Council has initiated new cleaning and maintenance efforts on urban waterways within the municipality, with a particular emphasis on the coastal strip. This initiative is part of a comprehensive project that is designed to enhance the environmental and landscape condition of these areas, prevent flooding, and restore drainage capacity. Manuel Mestre, the
- [Shots fired in a robbery at a jewellery shop in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/shots-fired-in-a-robbery-at-a-jewellery-shop-in-alicante/) - A dramatic robbery occurred in the centre of Alicante early yesterday morning, provoked by the sounds of sledgehammers and gunshots during a jewellery store heist involving at least seven masked individuals. After receiving complaints from neighbours, the National Police were able to prevent the robbery. The criminals were able to flee in two vehicles following
- [The judge has charged fifteen people in the Les Naus scandal in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/23/the-judge-has-charged-fifteen-people-in-the-les-naus-scandal-in-alicante/) - The subsidised housing controversy at the Les Naus residential complex in Alicante has begun legal proceedings. The judge who is conducting an inquiry into the alleged irregularities in the controversial allocation of the units has summoned fifteen individuals to testify as suspects. Political representatives, technicians, high-ranking local government officials, and a dozen households from the
- [New fire in Torrevieja: five-storey building evacuated](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/new-fire-in-torrevieja-five-storey-building-evacuated/) - On Avenida de la Purísima in Torrevieja, firefighters were called to extinguish a fire that had erupted in an apartment building. At approximately 7:20 p.m. yesterday, Tuesday April 21st, the fire began in a first-floor apartment of a five-storey building. The building's façade, particularly the second floor, was significantly affected by the flames and smoke
- [The expansion of Vega Baja Hospital will be completed by the end of this year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/the-expansion-of-vega-baja-hospital-will-be-completed-by-the-end-of-this-year/) - The Valencian regional government (Generalitat) anticipates that the expansion works at the Vega Baja Hospital in Orihuela will be completed by the end of the year. The objective is to have all of the new services that are planned for the healthcare complex operational by that time. The President of the Generalitat, Juanfran Pérez Llorca,
- [Government is auctioning off luxury cars seized in police operations starting at €150](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/government-is-auctioning-off-luxury-cars-seized-in-police-operations-starting-at-e150/) - The Government is conducting new auctions of vehicles confiscated during police operations. This presents an opportunity to purchase cars, including high-end models, at prices that are significantly lower than their market value. Bids are commencing at a mere 150 euros. These auctions are increasingly appealing to individuals who are seeking genuine discounts. Cars at these
- [Health authorities raise the age for colon cancer screening to 74](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/health-authorities-raise-the-age-for-colon-cancer-screening-to-74/) - In an effort to strengthen the early detection of one of the most prevalent and lethal tumours in Spain, the Ministry of Health has issued a new order in the Official State Gazette that extends the colorectal cancer screening programme to age 74. In the context of demographic ageing, the measure represents a substantial advancement
- [National Police investigate an alleged sexual assault on a woman on Gandia beach](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/national-police-investigate-an-alleged-sexual-assault-on-a-woman-on-gandia-beach/) - The investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a 38-year-old woman on a street near the Gandia shore, which took place in the early hours of Friday, April 17th, is ongoing by the National Police service. Officers were informed of the incident by a witness who discovered the woman weeping in the street at approximately
- [Alicante starts the modernisation of urban bus shelters with more panels](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/alicante-starts-the-modernisation-of-urban-bus-shelters-with-more-panels/) - The modernisation of Alicante's more than 250 bus stops has commenced, with an emphasis on the installation of bus shelters and advertising displays. This encompasses the implementation of up to 150 new electronic information panels that will display arrival times and 20 interactive information screens, as well as accessibility improvements at 16 of these locations.
- [Alicante calls for 700,000€ in aid for animal welfare and public health](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/alicante-calls-for-700000e-in-aid-for-animal-welfare-and-public-health/) - According to a statement from the provincial institution, the Alicante Provincial Council has recently issued two calls for environmental grants, which will disseminate €700,000 among the province's municipalities to enhance public health and improve animal welfare. In particular, the council intends to allocate €380,000 this year to conduct dipteran control interventions in municipalities, particularly those
- [Orihuela Local Police process more than 850 cases and 290,000 euros in fines for uncivil behaviour](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/orihuela-local-police-process-more-than-850-cases-and-290000-euros-in-fines-for-uncivil-behaviour/) - Between April 2024 and now, the Orihuela Local Police have reviewed a total of 857 administrative infraction cases. This figure is indicative of the activity that occurred on the streets during this period to resolve behaviours that directly impact community life in the municipality, as per the City Council. The total sum of the penalties
- [Two arrested for scamming elderly people they were helping at bank ATMs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/22/two-arrested-for-scamming-elderly-people-they-were-helping-at-bank-atms/) - Two individuals, aged 39 and 44, have been arrested by the National Police in Alicante and Madrid on suspicion of committing five counts of fraud. Utilising a technique called "seeding," they targeted elderly individuals by offering to assist them with banking transactions and subsequently switching their cards after observing them input their PIN at ATMs.
- [Torrevieja launches an ambulance service at the Friday market](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/torrevieja-launches-an-ambulance-service-at-the-friday-market/) - Antonio Vidal, the Councillor for Markets, and Rosa Cañón, the Councillor for Public Health, have announced the commencement of an ambulance service at the weekly market in Torrevieja from Friday, April 24th. In the event of an incident, this healthcare resource will enable immediate attention and transfers to healthcare centres as needed. Every Friday, the
- [Torrevieja PSOE Torrevieja is demanding the resignation of PP councillor Gitte Lund for spreading racist messages](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/torrevieja-psoe-torrevieja-is-demanding-the-resignation-of-pp-councillor-gitte-lund-for-spreading-racist-messages/) - Today, Tuesday April 21st, the Socialist Party (PSOE) in Torrevieja publicly demanded the "immediate resignation" of Gitte Lund Thomsen, the Councillor for International Residents, for disseminating false information regarding the extraordinary regularisation procedure for individuals with irregular immigration status in Spain. The Socialists also emphasised the bigoted messages that the Popular Party councillor, who is
- [Work begins on removing the roof of the Arab Baths in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/work-begins-on-removing-the-roof-of-the-arab-baths-in-elche/) - Work commenced yesterday, Monday April 20th, to remove the temporary roof that was installed decades ago, marking the commencement of its restoration and future museumisation after obtaining the Ministry of Culture's approval. This action was delayed for years. The dismantling of the Plaza de Dalt Bay is a necessary step in the process of resuming
- [Cash Converters Opens in Torrevieja, Strengthening Presence in the Valencian Community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/cash-converters-opens-in-torrevieja-strengthening-presence-in-the-valencian-community/) - Cash Converters has opened a new store in Torrevieja, located in the Carrefour commercial area next to Habaneras, strengthening its expansion across the Valencian Community.
- [Three women injured when a motorcycle ran over two people at a bus stop](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/three-women-injured-when-a-motorcycle-ran-over-two-people-at-a-bus-stop/) - A motorbike hit two persons at the bus stop on Calle Reyes Católicos in Alicante yesterday, Monday April 20th. The police are investigating whether a taxi, allegedly found by the National Police, hit the motorbike before the collision and left the scene without stopping, as some witnesses claim. But some reports say the taxi did
- [Two women injured in an accident in the centre of Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/two-women-injured-in-an-accident-in-the-centre-of-alicante/) - Two woman were injured and had to be transferred to hospitals as a result of a traffic accident yesterday, Monday April 20th, at midday in the city of Alicante, according to the Emergency Information and Coordination City (CICU). At approximately 2:00 PM, emergency services were called to a scene on Calle Reyes Católicos. The site
- [Incense sticks cause house fire in El Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/incense-sticks-cause-house-fire-in-el-campello/) - A woman has been proven to have set the fire by lighting several incense sticks at her house. The incident took place yesterday morning, Monday April 20th, after nine o'clock, on Calle Sant Pere, on the second floor of a six-story building, in the Carrer La Mar district, within the Gallo Rojo urbanisation. Consortium firemen
- [Two heroin and cocaine dealing points in Torrevieja dismantled](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/two-heroin-and-cocaine-dealing-points-in-torrevieja-dismantled/) - The Guardia Civil has dismantled two important distribution centres of heroin and cocaine, among other forms of narcotics, thus putting an end to a criminal activity that was causing a rise in crime in the area. The investigation, which forms part of Operation Peka, was started last February by the Torrevieja Main Police Station following
- [Suspect arrested in connection with deadly shooting in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/21/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-deadly-shooting-in-torrevieja/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested a suspect in the shooting that left a 25-year-old man dead on Saturday night, April 18th, on the balcony of a building in Calle Bergantín in Torrevieja. The Judicial Police squad is now looking for the alleged gunman who fled the area on a motorbike and almost crashed into a
- [Drone Footage Reveals Scale of Bauhaus Torrevieja Construction Site](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/drone-footage-reveals-scale-of-bauhaus-torrevieja-construction-site/) - Drone footage offers a first aerial look at the Bauhaus Torrevieja construction site, revealing the scale of the development as work begins.
- [Torrevieja Socialists Call for Resignation Over Immigration Comments](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/torrevieja-socialists-call-for-resignation-over-immigration-comments/) - Torrevieja’s Socialist group has called for the resignation of the Councillor for International Residents following controversial comments on immigration, highlighting concerns over misinformation and community impact.
- [British pensioner banned from returning to Spain after being convicted of child abuse](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/british-pensioner-banned-from-returning-to-spain-after-being-convicted-of-child-abuse/) - He lives in Alicante, but a judge has forbidden him to go there. A 75-year-old British pensioner has been convicted in the UK of molesting a youngster, and the court that heard the case has ruled he will not be allowed to return to Spain while awaiting sentencing. The case began when the mother of
- [36-year-old man is missing in Alcoy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/36-year-old-man-is-missing-in-alcoy/) - The family of a 36-year-old man who has gone missing in Alcoy (Alicante) is seeking the public for help in finding him. He is called Nabid C and his disappearance has been made public by the SOS Desaparecidos association. Nabid C is 36 years old, 1.75 m tall and has an average build. He also
- [Fake cosmetic doctor who injured five clients in Elche and Crevillent sentenced to two years in prison](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/fake-cosmetic-doctor-who-injured-five-clients-in-elche-and-crevillent-sentenced-to-two-years-in-prison/) - A woman has been condemned to two years in jail by a criminal court in Elche for impersonating a doctor and carrying out various cosmetic medicine treatments throughout 2021 and 2022 without the proper qualifications. This phoney doctor has been convicted of five clients who suffered injuries from the conduct of this false doctor, with
- [25-year-old man dies after a shooting in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/19/25-year-old-man-dies-after-a-shooting-in-torrevieja/) - A 25-year-old man has died from a gunshot wound in a shooting that occurred yesterday, Saturday April 18th, in the town centre of Torrevieja. Several shots were fired on a public road in Torrevieja at about 10.30 p.m. Police patrols went to the site and found the body of a 25-year-old male, an Algerian national.
- [Valencian Community's health transport service is up for tender for 580 million euros](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/valencian-communitys-health-transport-service-is-up-for-tender-for-580-million-euros/) - The Valencian Ministry of Health has placed on the Public Procurement Platform the tender for the provision of urgent and non-urgent patient transport services in the Valencian Community, with a budget of more than 580 million euros. The deadline for companies to submit their offers to participate in this tender is until May 15th. This
- [GVA+ Salut app: the four-digit PIN returns](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/gva-salut-app-the-four-digit-pin-returns/) - It appeared a few years ago and progressively became increasingly prevalent on citizens’ mobile phones. With the GVA Salut app it is easier to carry out processes such as booking a doctor’s appointment or checking the status of pharmaceutical prescriptions . A few weeks ago, the Valencian Health Department (Conselleria de Sanitat) carried out the
- [Guardamar executes the closure order of the Fogón street market next to the N-332](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/19/guardamar-executes-the-closure-order-of-the-fogon-street-market-next-to-the-n-332/) - The Local Police of Guardamar del Segura, with reinforcements from the Guardia Civil, plan to implement today, Sunday April 19th, the closure order of the El Fogón Sunday market, which has been held every week for more than thirty years adjacent to the road N-332, opposite the Santa Ana industrial estate. This is the decision
- [Arrested in Elche for stealing a car by impersonating police officers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/arrested-in-elche-for-stealing-a-car-by-impersonating-police-officers/) - The shock must have been great, not only because of the robbery itself, but because of the place where it happened. So much so that he had to walk until he managed to find help. This is the ordeal that a 45-year-old man has had in mid-December, which, after an exhaustive investigation by officers of
- [Serious car accident on the N-332 at Santa Pola salt lakes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/serious-car-accident-on-the-n-332-at-santa-pola-salt-lakes/) - The Santa Pola Local Police have acted early on Saturday morning, April 18th, to a significant traffic accident on the national highway N-332, near the salt flats, with a single car and a single occupant. The car caught fire, but the accident was serious and no one was injured. The road was closed for about
- [Torrevieja firefighters put out blaze that leaves three flats "totally damaged"](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/18/torrevieja-firefighters-put-out-blaze-that-leaves-three-flats-totally-damaged/) - A fire broke out yesterday Friday, April 17th on the third floor of a six-story apartment complex in the municipality of Torrevieja, and was suppressed by the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium. Flames struck the balcony and there was a big plume of smoke. The whole building was evacuated, no one was harmed, and “three apartments
- [Torrevieja awards the contract for the gastronomic market in the new La Plasa building](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/torrevieja-awards-the-contract-for-the-gastronomic-market-in-the-new-la-plasa-building/) - The Local Governing Board of the Torrevieja City Council has approved the Provisional award of the concession of the "La Plasa" market to Origen Murcia, S.A. (belonging to the Orenes group) for a period of ten years. Once formalised, the firm will operate both the traditional market and the gourmet food market, which will be
- [500,000€ improvement works at Santa Pola port begins](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/500000e-improvement-works-at-santa-pola-port-begins/) - The Valencian Regional Government (Generalitat) has started work to improve safety and facilities at the port of Santa Pola (Alicante) in conjunction with the local City Council and the business sector, with an investment of €500,000 by the end of the year. The project was confirmed by the third Vice President and Minister for the
- [Man arrested in Benidorm for faking the theft of his phone](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/man-arrested-in-benidorm-for-faking-the-theft-of-his-phone/) - Agents of the National Police have detained in the Alicante city of Benidorm a 53-year-old man who had claimed the theft of his mobile phone through violence or intimidation, although the events actually occurred differently. It looks like he faked the report so he could get a payout from his insurance company to replace the
- [Dismantling of construction theft gang in San Miguel de Salinas](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/20/dismantling-of-construction-theft-gang-in-san-miguel-de-salinas/) - The Guardia Civil dismantled a criminal organisation dedicated to thefts from building sites. Authorities in San Miguel de Salinas reported the theft of about 600 wooden planks, worth several thousand euros, prompting an investigation. The perpetrators used cars in a sophisticated way to blend in and do their crimes during the day without attracting attention.
- [Serious accident between a car and a cement mixer in Los Montesinos](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/serious-accident-between-a-car-and-a-cement-mixer-in-los-montesinos/) - Yesterday afternoon, April 16th, in the municipality of Los Montesinos, a significant traffic collision happened, according to the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium. The alarm was received at 3:53 p.m. for a head-on collision involving a car and a cement mixer truck on the CV-940 road near the 5-kilometre sign. Firefighters from the Torrevieja fire station
- [Torrevieja Councillor Faces Backlash Over Immigration Post as Confusion Grows](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/torrevieja-councillor-faces-backlash-over-immigration-post-as-confusion-grows/) - A Torrevieja councillor has faced online backlash after a social media post on immigration sparked criticism over misleading claims and the use of the term “illegal”, highlighting wider confusion around Spain’s regularisation processes.
- [Bauhaus Torrevieja Project Begins as Foundation Stone is Laid (Gallery and Video)](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/bauhaus-torrevieja-project-begins-as-foundation-stone-is-laid-gallery-and-video/) - Construction of Bauhaus Torrevieja has officially begun, with Mayor Eduardo Dolón laying the foundation stone and sealing a time capsule at a press event on site.
- [Almoradí is searching for Ryan, who has been missing for almost a week](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/almoradi-is-searching-for-ryan-who-has-been-missing-for-almost-a-week/) - The disappearance of Ryan SD, a 39-year-old guy, has alarmed since there has been no knowledge of his whereabouts since April 11th, 2026 in the municipality of Almoradí (Alicante). The notice was issued by the association SOS Missing Persons, which published physical data of the missing person to aid his identification and encourage any clues
- [1.3 million euro contract for replacing valves at the La Pedrera reservoir in Torremendo](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/1-3-million-euro-contract-for-replacing-valves-at-the-la-pedrera-reservoir-in-torremendo/) - The Segura River Basin Authority (CHS) has not waited for the formalisation and has already suggested a business for the modernisation and enhancement of the supply valves from the La Pedrera reservoir to the Campo de Cartagena canal, located in the municipality of Orihuela. This contract is funded with ERDF funds and is foreseen to
- [Consell will end this term without starting the work to widen the CV-95](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/consell-will-end-this-term-without-starting-the-work-to-widen-the-cv-95/) - The Valencian government will almost definitely end its mandate without beginning the works to extend the CV-95 between Torrevieja and Orihuela. A year after Vicente Martínez Mus, minister of infrastructure, announced that an economic feasibility study would be conducted in order for private initiative to undertake the long-awaited widening project, which has been pending for
- [Neither licences nor inspections in the parking lots next to the Alicante-Elche airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/neither-licences-nor-inspections-in-the-parking-lots-next-to-the-alicante-elche-airport/) - In the municipality of Elche, and consequently also not close the Alicante-Elche Airport, no licence has been given for automobile parking lots for 2024 and 2025. In addition, throughout the same two-year period, there were no inspections of this type of activity, and therefore, no investigations were launched. This despite protests by people, especially particularly
- [Torrevieja presents six new eurotaxis](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/torrevieja-presents-six-new-eurotaxis/) - Yesterday morning, Thursday April 16th, at the Plaza Encarnación Puchol of La Mata, the Mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolón, accompanied by the councilman of Transport, Antonio Vidal, has shown six new eurotaxis that are already operating in the city. This increase is part of the process of increasing the number of euro-taxi licences in the
- [Dimove celebrates its five years of fighting for LGBTI rights with a gala tomorrow in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/dimove-celebrates-its-five-years-of-fighting-for-lgbti-rights-with-a-gala-tomorrow-in-elche/) - The Dimove association arrived in Elche five years ago defending diversity and equality for the LGTBIQ+ community, especially in the world of sport, and this Saturday it will celebrate with a gala at the Congress Centre. The meeting, open to the public by free invitation after submitting a form, will start at 6 p.m. and
- [Regularization of migrants in Alicante: this is the process they must follow](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/17/regularization-of-migrants-in-alicante-this-is-the-process-they-must-follow/) - The deadline to apply for extraordinary regularisation of migrants began yesterday, Thursday, April 16th, for all online applications, while in-person appointments are now available. The deadline for in-person appointments is already open, but you will not be able to go in person to one of the points enabled for the procedure until next Monday, April
- [Orihuela will host an event on April 21st to promote wheelchair football and foster inclusion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/orihuela-will-host-an-event-on-april-21st-to-promote-wheelchair-football-and-foster-inclusion/) - The Orihuela City Council announced this morning that the 'A-Ball al Poble' event, an inclusive sports project, will take place next Tuesday, April 21st, at 10:00 a.m. in the Bernardo Ruiz Pavilion. The press conference was attended by Councillors for Sports (Víctor Sigüenza), Social Welfare (Agustina Rodríguez), and Education (Vicente Pina), as well as project
- [Father avoids jail by admitting to sexually assaulting his son](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/father-avoids-jail-by-admitting-to-sexually-assaulting-his-son/) - The Alicante Court condemned a 45-year-old father of Peruvian ancestry to two years in prison, with the option of avoiding imprisonment, after admitting to sexually assaulting his own 8-year-old son after spending Christmas Day 2022 with him. The events occurred when the defendant and his son were driving back to the home of the child's
- [Elche is testing out bendy buses](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/elche-is-testing-out-bendy-buses/) - The Mobility Department has begun testing the integration of electric articulated city buses into the transportation system. If implemented, this would be part of the new bus contract, with service set to commence in 2027 or early 2028. Several evaluation phases are presently underway to determine the practicality of deploying these buses in the municipality,
- [Two arrested accused of attacking man at a soup kitchen in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/two-arrested-accused-of-attacking-man-at-a-soup-kitchen-in-elche/) - Elche (Alicante) Local Police have arrested two men aged 23 and 24 for allegedly attacking a 36-year-old man with a 30-centimeter machete in the Carrús neighbourhood soup kitchen, according to municipal officials. Police received a complaint of a brawl in the street. According to witnesses, the brawl started following an argument in a business's wait,
- [Another caravan blaze in Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/another-caravan-blaze-in-denia/) - A caravan fire in Dénia has resulted in a striking column of smoke, marking the second such incident in the town so far this year. The fire broke out under circumstances that are still being investigated, quickly generating a large plume of smoke visible from various parts of the area. Emergency services were called to
- [Alicante doctor looses leg in shark attack](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/alicante-doctor-looses-leg-in-shark-attack/) - A young doctor from Alicante is seriously injured after being attacked by a shark in the Maldives. Borja, 31, is spending his honeymoon in the Maldives with his bride. A shark violently attacked the young Spaniard on a boat trip, tearing off a substantial portion of his leg. Borja, is a gynaecologist at Alicante General
- [Minor caught doing 87 km/h on e-scooter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/minor-caught-doing-87-km-h-on-e-scooter/) - A minor has been intercepted by police after being detected travelling at 87 kilometres per hour. When officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the young driver tried to escape, triggering a police pursuit. The incident took place in the Vega Baja area, where local police identified the speeding vehicle and signalled for it to pull
- [Torrevieja carries out new tree plantings in the El Limonar area ](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/torrevieja-carries-out-new-tree-plantings-in-the-el-limonar-area/) - Torrevieja City Council's Parks and Gardens Department has completed an improvement project in the El Limonar area, specifically in the green area adjacent to Calle Rafael Antón and parallel to the CV-905, with the goal of continuing to advance in the adaptation and enhancement of the municipality's urban spaces. Obviously this is directly opposite the
- [Alicante police dismantle a network of clandestine cosmetic clinics](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/alicante-police-dismantle-a-network-of-clandestine-cosmetic-clinics/) - Alicante is once again the target of an investigation against the illegal market, this time in the cosmetics industry. The Guardia Civil has busted a Botox and hyaluronic acid trafficking network based in the province, as well as a clandestine medical warehouse and one of the illegal clinics. The operation, known as Zlata, resulted in
- [Illegal workshop in Rojales that dumped into an irrigation canal has been shut down](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/16/illegal-workshop-in-rojales-that-dumped-into-an-irrigation-canal-has-been-shut-down/) - The Guardia Civil is investigating a 47-year-old man for allegedly committing an environmental offence after uncovering an unauthorised mechanics workshop in a remote area of Rojales. Furthermore, owing to the participation of the City Council and the Local Police, the facilities have been shuttered, bringing an end to the activity that had been taking place
- [Fire burns down the popular 'Cigar' of the abandoned mud spa in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/fire-burns-down-the-popular-cigar-of-the-abandoned-mud-spa-in-torrevieja/) - The abandoned municipal mud bath in the Torrevieja Lagoon Natural Park, popularly known as the "seashell" and the "cigar," caught fire yesterday, Tuesday April 14th, leaving a dense column of smoke visible from several kilometres away, including neighbouring municipalities such as Los Montesinos. Two fire engines, two patrol cars, and one local police car were
- [Aena resumes the €38 million contract to oversee the expansion at Alicante Airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/aena-resumes-the-e38-million-contract-to-oversee-the-expansion-at-alicante-airport/) - A new tender is now underway. Aena has officially opened the second bidding procedure to secure the technical help required for Project Management. This means that the external consultancy will be in charge of overseeing the development of airport expansion plans, as well as the construction management, control, and monitoring of the initial work associated
- [Cleaner arrested in Elche for stealing from the university where she worked](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/cleaner-arrested-in-elche-for-stealing-from-the-university-where-she-worked/) - A cleaning woman in Elche, Alicante, was arrested by National Police officers after allegedly stealing items from the university where she worked. Her partner has also been arrested, according to a statement from Police Headquarters. The woman worked for a university cleaning firm and reportedly used her position to get access to campus facilities and
- [Ghost cars: four arrested in scams on buying and selling platforms](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/ghost-cars-four-arrested-in-scams-on-buying-and-selling-platforms/) - The Guardia Civil arrested four males aged 26 to 44 in Alicante and Elche on suspicion of being part of a criminal cell that specialises in online marketplace fraud. They are currently charged with two scams totalling roughly €37,000 against two homeowners of Novelda and San Roque (Cádiz) who paid for carslisted on Wallapop but
- [Shop for less as new law reduces the price of 'ugly' fruit and vegetables](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/shop-for-less-as-new-law-reduces-the-price-of-ugly-fruit-and-vegetables/) - The Spanish government's new law to reduce food waste has gone into effect. This new legislation mandates pubs, restaurants, and supermarkets to implement a range of procedures to keep food out of the garbage, which will benefit consumers. Establishments that do not comply with the laws will face fines ranging from €2,000 to €500,000. But
- [Elche FC's Rafa Mir will be tried on May 28th for alleged sexual assault](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/elche-fcs-rafa-mir-will-be-tried-on-may-28th-for-alleged-sexual-assault/) - Rafa Mir is presently struggling to avoid relegation with Elche, and once the season concludes, he will face legal issues. The striker will appear in court on May 28th to face charges of aggravated sexual assault with penetration and assault on a young woman. According to sources, the alleged incident took place on September 1st,
- [PSOE proposes that all beaches in Benidorm be 'smoke-free spaces'](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/psoe-proposes-that-all-beaches-in-benidorm-be-smoke-free-spaces/) - The Socialist Municipal Group has requested to the PP (People's Party) governing team that it begin the necessary procedures to incorporate all of Benidorm's beaches into the Valencian Community's Smoke-Free Beaches Network. The plan intends to develop healthy places for citizens, that is, to encourage environments that improve people's health while also preserving the health
- [Students to get flood, earthquake and forest fire training](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/15/students-to-get-flood-earthquake-and-forest-fire-training/) - Throughout the school year, pupils will receive two to four hours of instruction in response to catastrophes such as floods, earthquakes, forest fires, and industrial accidents, among other risks. This is the minimum number of sessions that children from preschool to high school will be expected to receive in the aftermath of the disastrous storm
- [The Navy will simulate a fire with injuries on a ship in the port of Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/the-navy-will-simulate-a-fire-with-injuries-on-a-ship-in-the-port-of-alicante/) - This week, the Spanish Navy will conduct the national maritime security exercise MARSEC-26 at 15 locations, including Alicante. Additionally, the port of Alicante will host a maritime emergency practice tomorrow, Wednesday April 15th. Rafael Torrecillas, the naval commander of Alicante, will provide an explanation of the exercise this Monday, which will simulate a highly intricate
- [Police dismantle a travelling cell of thieves dedicated to stealing jewellery](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/police-dismantle-a-travelling-cell-of-thieves-dedicated-to-stealing-jewellery/) - The National Police and the Italian State Police worked together to break up a travelling cell of Italians who were said to be experts at stealing jewellery by taking advantage of the circumstances. Four people have been arrested for being involved in 21 incidents across the country, in which they stole jewellery valued more than
- [Traffic authorities intensify speed checks in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/traffic-authorities-intensify-speed-checks-in-alicante/) - A new special speed control campaign was initiated by the Spanish Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) in the province of Alicante yesterday, Monday April 13th. The campaign is being conducted in collaboration with local police forces and involves 300 officers from the Traffic Group of the Guardi Civil. The operation will be conducted from April
- [Benidorm prepares the tender documents for the transformation of the bullring](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/benidorm-prepares-the-tender-documents-for-the-transformation-of-the-bullring/) - In order to advance this project, the council unanimously authorised the initiation of the contracting process for the drafting of the project and the completion of the renovation work for this infrastructure during an extraordinary session on Monday. According to Lourdes Caselles, the Councillor for Urban Planning, the objective is to present the procurement documents
- [Two schools in prefabricated classrooms in Torrevieja register a 98% migrant student population](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/two-schools-in-prefabricated-classrooms-in-torrevieja-register-a-98-migrant-student-population/) - Torrevieja is currently facing an educational emergency because the population has grown beyond the capacity of the educational infrastructure. This fact has been acknowledged by the governing Popular Party, which has been compelled to request the construction of four schools in prefabricated classrooms over the past four years. These schools include the IES number 6
- [Firefighters worked throughout the night to extinguish a fire in the Sierra de Orihuela](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/firefighters-worked-throughout-the-night-to-extinguish-a-fire-in-the-sierra-de-orihuela/) - In the Sierra de Orihuela, a forest fire is currently affecting a difficult-to-access area at the beginning of the ascent to Cruz de la Muela. The firefighters, who received the alert at 10:17 p.m., continued their efforts to extinguish the blaze early this morning, Tuesday April 14th. The fire took place in close proximity to
- [Guardia Civil arrests a man in Dolores for three scams using the smishing technique](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/guardia-civil-arrests-a-man-in-dolores-for-three-scams-using-the-smishing-technique/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested a 32-year-old man in Dolores as the putative perpetrator of three fraud offences committed using the smishing technique. These offences have impacted victims in various provinces, resulting in financial losses exceeding 2,000 euros. This arrest is part of the Nodo_26 investigation. The Investigation Unit of the Guardamar del Segura Main
- [Prison, again, for Rojales killer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/prison-again-for-rojales-killer/) - Jonathan Alan S., a Northern Irishman, was provisionally released on €100,000 bail in late 2024. He is accused of shooting and killing his companion and compatriot John George Hardy in a lemon grove in Rojales, where the body was discovered in January 2025. The release lasted just under four months. The magistrate in Torrevieja who
- [Orihuela invests almost 80,000 euros in San Isidro Murals 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/14/orihuela-invests-almost-80000-euros-in-san-isidro-murals-2026/) - The 12th edition of the San Isidro Murals will be celebrated in Orihuela from Friday May 22th to Sunday May 24th. This event has become one of the most significant cultural events in the city and region, transforming the neighbourhood into an open-air museum filled with poetry, music, and painting in honour of Miguel Hernández.
- [Cyclist collapses after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest in San Fulgencio](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/cyclist-collapses-after-suffering-a-cardiorespiratory-arrest-in-san-fulgencio/) - On Friday, April 10th, in the Alicante municipality of San Fulgencio, a cyclist who had a heart and lung arrest was brought back to life by an emergency response team made up of health and police agencies. The warning let the San Fulgencio Local Police know that a cyclist was in serious trouble after having
- [Farmer trapped under his tractor in a village in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/farmer-trapped-under-his-tractor-in-a-village-in-alicante/) - A 52-year-old farmer was rescued alive after being stuck under his tractor in the Marina Baixa region's Beniardá municipality. Many emergency personnel were called to the scene. The tragedy happened on Saturday, April 11th, in a place near the Guadalest reservoir. The man got stuck under the agricultural equipment, which led to the start of
- [Drugs, drinking, violating a protection order, and a bar closed: Saturday night in Dénia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/drugs-drinking-violating-a-protection-order-and-a-bar-closed-saturday-night-in-denia/) - The special operation between the Local and National Police also led to a lot of bad behaviour. On another busy Saturday night, April 11th, Dénia had many police cars on the road and officers on the streets. The UPSC Unit of the Denia Local Police and the National Police worked together on a special operation
- [91 drivers brought before the courts in March for crimes against road safety](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/91-drivers-brought-before-the-courts-in-march-for-crimes-against-road-safety/) - In Alicante, 36 drivers were stopped for not having permission or a licence, 51 for driving while drunk, 1 for speeding, 1 for driving while high and 2 for driving recklessly. In March 2026, the Traffic Group of the Guardia Civil in the Valencian Community took 257 drivers to court for crimes against road safety.
- [National Police dismantle a marijuana plantation in Dénia run by wanted man in Lithuania](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/national-police-dismantle-a-marijuana-plantation-in-denia-run-by-wanted-man-in-lithuania/) - In the town of Dénia in Alicante, National Police officers arrested two men, ages 34 and 56, after taking apart a "indoor" marijuana plantation that was set up inside a single-family home in a rural region. The police department said that one of the people who was arrested had a legitimate European arrest warrant from
- [13-year-old seriously injured after being hit by a car in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/13-year-old-seriously-injured-after-being-hit-by-a-car-in-alicante/) - A car hit a 13-year-old girl on the A-31 highway near the Babel Industrial Estate in the municipality of Alicante early on Saturday morning, April 11th. She is in bad condition with a brain injury. The Emergency Information and Coordination Centre said they got the report of the hit-and-run at 2:08 a.m. The event happened
- [Torrevieja requests urgent reinforcements from the Guardia Civil](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/torrevieja-requests-urgent-reinforcements-from-the-guardia-civil/) - The Torrevieja City Council has formally asked the Government Sub-delegation and the Ministry of the Interior to send more Guardia Civil officers to the area. They said that the current scenario is one of "extremely serious insecurity." The request comes after a number of recent events that have worried people in the town, especially one
- [Local Police dog seizes 210 grams of cocaine at the Alicante bus station](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/13/local-police-dog-seizes-210-grams-of-cocaine-at-the-alicante-bus-station/) - The Alicante Local Police's dog unit has taken about 210 grams of cocaine and other drugs in two operations this week at the city's bus station. The drug-sniffing dog "Kata" was there for both operations, which led to the arrest of two men who were taking buses from Barcelona to Almería. In both raids, officers
- [Alicante shop shutdown following a report of a stolen bicycle](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/alicante-shop-shutdown-following-a-report-of-a-stolen-bicycle/) - The National Police have shut down a significant distribution centre for stolen items in Alicante. It was based in a residence in the city's northern portion. Three men, ages 34, 35, and 43, were arrested after the investigation showed they were involved in burglary, fraud, and receiving stolen goods. The police started looking into the
- [Man arrested for robbing elderly patients in Torrevieja hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/man-arrested-for-robbing-elderly-patients-in-torrevieja-hospital/) - The Guardia Civil has taken a 62-year-old man into custody as the person they think stole from three patient rooms at the Torrevieja hospital in Alicante. The hospital's private security agency helped make the arrest feasible. Two reports of thefts at the Torrevieja hospital led to the start of the investigation. Investigators were able to
- [Foundations for New BAUHAUS Store in Torrevieja Set to be Laid](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/foundations-for-new-bauhaus-store-in-torrevieja-set-to-be-laid/) - Construction of a new BAUHAUS DIY store in Torrevieja will officially begin on 16 April 2026, with over 250 jobs expected to be created as part of the major new development in Polígono La Hoya.
- [Four minors arrested for placing objects on train tracks in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/four-minors-arrested-for-placing-objects-on-train-tracks-in-elche/) - Four adolescents have been arrested by the Elche Local Police for putting things on the train tracks in order to cause a derailment. Thanks to a witness's complaint and quick police action, the objects were found and taken off the rails, which stopped an accident from happening. RENFE and ADIF both said that the objects
- [Toll free AP-7 to lay off 30 staff](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/toll-free-ap-7-to-lay-off-30-staff/) - A new labour conflict has started since there are no more tolls on the AP-7 motorway as it goes through the Alicante ring road. The State Land Transport Infrastructure Company (SEITT), which runs this highway, has started a plan to lay off 30 individuals who work for the toll collection service. The CCOO union has
- [Santa Pola will reorganise traffic at Gran Alacant at two problematic points](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/santa-pola-will-reorganise-traffic-at-gran-alacant-at-two-problematic-points/) - After the governing board approved plans to connect the residential area of the development to the N-332 highway toward Alicante and reorganise vehicle traffic with a roundabout next to the new El Faro school, Santa Pola's job is to improve traffic flow in Gran Alacant and get rid of two traffic jams. The first plan
- [Benidorm begins the contracting process for the new maintenance service for ornamental fountains](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/benidorm-begins-the-contracting-process-for-the-new-maintenance-service-for-ornamental-fountains/) - The Benidorm City Council is now working on the contract for the new service that will run, maintain, and take care of the city's decorative fountains. The contract now includes the Neptune Square fountain, which is the principal new feature. This contract will be given out as a single lot, unlike the last one. The
- [Elche Police Station collaborated to dismantle a network that looted accounts in minutes](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/elche-police-station-collaborated-to-dismantle-a-network-that-looted-accounts-in-minutes/) - Elche National Police has helped break up a group of criminals who travelled over Spain stealing things and committing bank card fraud. The Udev-Patrimonio Group of the Provincial Judicial Police Brigade of the Jaén Police Station directed the operation, which led to the arrest in Madrid of a 31-year-old man who is suspected of being
- [Elche Book Fair starts next Friday, April 17th](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/elche-book-fair-starts-next-friday-april-17th/) - The Elche City Council's Department of Commerce has announced the 2026 Book Fair programme. It will take place from April 17th to 19th this year at the Paseo de la Estación, which is a new location because the fair has grown in size in prior years. Caridad Martínez, the councillor for the area, said that
- [Firefighters discover woman in Torrevieja who had been dead for a week](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/10/firefighters-discover-woman-in-torrevieja-who-had-been-dead-for-a-week/) - On Wednesday, April 8th, firefighters from the Torrevieja fire station went to a call saying that the resident hadn't been seen in ten days. Firefighters used a ladder truck to go to the apartment through a balcony window. There, they found a dead woman in the bathroom. The event took place on the third story
- [Three cyclists seriously injured after being hit by a car near La Pedrera reservoir](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/three-cyclists-seriously-injured-after-being-hit-by-a-car-near-la-pedrera-reservoir/) - A car hit three cyclists on the CV-925 in the municipality of Orihuela. One of them was critically hurt, while two others were seriously hurt. Sources from the Guardia Civil Traffic Division said that the accident happened yesterday Wednesday April 8th, at 6:30 p.m. at kilometre 9 of this route, which runs over the dam
- [Man to stand trial in Elche for sexually assaulting a woman after stealing €700](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/man-to-stand-trial-in-elche-for-sexually-assaulting-a-woman-after-stealing-e700/) - A man will stand trial today, Thursday April 9th, in Elche, accused of sexual assault and theft after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman and stealing €700 from her. The public prosecutor is seeking a sentence of six years and ten months in prison. According to the High Court of Justice of the Valencian Community, the
- [Swarm of bees surround a motorcycle in minutes and causes panic in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/swarm-of-bees-surround-a-motorcycle-in-minutes-and-causes-panic-in-alicante/) - A swarm of bees attacked a motorcycle sitting in the parking lot of a restaurant in the town of Tibi in Alicante in just a few minutes. This past Easter Monday, April 6th, thousands of bees settled on the bike while a number of people watched. It was a very impressive sight. A customer shot
- [Police seize 750 counterfeit items on Postiguet beach in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/police-seize-750-counterfeit-items-on-postiguet-beach-in-alicante/) - According to a statement from the city, the Alicante Local Police recovered 750 fake items, mostly football club shirts and brand-name handbags, during a fresh operation against illicit street vending that took place on El Postiguet beach. This operation involved 16 officers and three commanders from the Fox unit, the Urban Patrol Unit (USR), and
- [Dénia organises free Spanish courses for foreigners](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/denia-organises-free-spanish-courses-for-foreigners/) - The Dénia City Council's Office for Attention to Migrant People (Pangea) has set up two free basic Spanish courses for adults who live in Dénia and are not from Spain. The A-1 level course will be held atla Casa de Cultura from May 4th to 15th, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- [Two arrested in Almoradí for stealing from eight cars on the same night ](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/two-arrested-in-almoradi-for-stealing-from-eight-cars-on-the-same-night/) - The Guardia Civil and the Almoradí Local Police have arrested two young males, ages 25 and 31, who are known to police for their criminal history. They are accused of stealing from as many as eight parked cars in the early hours of the morning. On February 21st, all of the car thefts happened in
- [Criminal network dismantled in Orihuela with one arrest for the theft and resale of high-demand cars](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/criminal-network-dismantled-in-orihuela-with-one-arrest-for-the-theft-and-resale-of-high-demand-cars/) - The National Police have broken up a Lithuanian crime group that was headquartered in numerous places around the country and was involved in the illegal trade of cars. Six people have been arrested, one of them was in Orihuela. So far, the inquiry has resulted to the recovery of 13 stolen cars and the temporary
- [Young man sentenced for sexually assaulting his mother's underage cousin](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/young-man-sentenced-for-sexually-assaulting-his-mothers-underage-cousin/) - A 23-year-old man who sexually assaulted his mother's adolescent cousin in the home where he lived in Alicante has been given a six-month prison sentence. The events happened in the early morning of April 2nd–3rd, 2022. The Alicante Court's judgement says that the offender went into the victim's bedroom with two of her sisters, who
- [Healthcare system in Alicante needs a minimum of 600 doctors to meet demand](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/healthcare-system-in-alicante-needs-a-minimum-of-600-doctors-to-meet-demand/) - The lack of doctors in the province of Alicante is having a big effect on health areas that don't get enough care, such Torrevieja, Dénia, Orihuela, and Elda. Some of these places are on the shore and are popular with tourists. The Vinalopó region has a lot of people living there. According to the 2024
- [Developer planning a ten-story hotel and tourist apartments in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/09/developer-planning-a-ten-story-hotel-and-tourist-apartments-in-torrevieja/) - Duly Investment Home, a company that builds tourist accommodations, has asked the Torrevieja City Council to amend the zoning of a piece of land in La Mata that is between the N-332 highway and Avenida de los Europeos. The intention is to create two ten-storey structures that will house a hotel and tourist apartments. An
- [Stormwater drainage works resume in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/stormwater-drainage-works-resume-in-torrevieja/) - Work on stormwater drainage in Torrevieja starts once again. Starting today, Wednesday April 7th, at 10:00 AM, the Torrevieja Local Police Department tells homeowners that stormwater drainage work will commence again on Ramón Gallud Street, at its intersection with María Parodi Street, and will last until mid-June. Because of these works, traffic on this part
- [Easter Traffic Operation ends with 30 deaths, three more than last year](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/easter-traffic-operation-ends-with-30-deaths-three-more-than-last-year/) - The special Easter traffic operation ended with 30 deaths in 28 accidents, three more than the same time last year (27 deaths). This special operation started on Friday, March 27th, at 3:00 p.m. and ended on Monday, April 6th, at midnight. Traffic officials said that 17.3 million trips were made, which is a 3.2% increase.
- [Torrevieja awards the contract for the repair of three sports courts](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/torrevieja-awards-the-contract-for-the-repair-of-three-sports-courts/) - Torrevieja gives a contract to fix three sports courts. Construcciones Hermanos Espín SL has been given the job of fixing up and repairing many outdoor sports courts around the city by the Torrevieja City Council's Governing Board. The job will cost €640,211. This project fits with the city's goal of making local sports facilities better
- [The Guardia Civil arrest a father and son for a marijuana plantation in Sax](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/the-guardia-civil-arrest-a-father-and-son-for-a-marijuana-plantation-in-sax/) - The Guardia Civil has broken up a marijuana farm in Sax as part of Operation Green Sax. They detained the people involved, a father and son, ages 62 and 31, both of whom had no criminal records before.Sax has a marijuana plantation. The Sax Police Station's Investigation Unit started the operation after getting many complaints
- [Alicante launches the renewal of the blue and orange zones](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/alicante-launches-the-renewal-of-the-blue-and-orange-zones/) - The city of Alicante is completely changing its blue and orange parking zones. It is putting out a public tender to choose a company to run them for the next 19 years. The council will spend up to €140 million on the controlled parking system and the municipal towing service. The system will be expanded
- [Handyman convicted of sexually assaulting a minor in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/handyman-convicted-of-sexually-assaulting-a-minor-in-alicante/) - The Provincial Court of Alicante's Third Section has sentenced a home repair worker to six years in prison for sexually assaulting a child. The man was found guilty of touching and doing other sexual things to a 15-year-old girl in a residence where he had been employed to work. For 10 years, the convicted man
- [Guardamar puts to tender the maritime buoying of its beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/guardamar-puts-to-tender-the-maritime-buoying-of-its-beaches/) - The Guardamar del Segura City Council has put out to tender the service of installing and supplying material on a rental basis for the maritime buoyage of the municipality's coastline. This contract is meant to set rules for how the beaches can be used and keep bathers safe during the summer. The contract has a
- [Arrested for stealing more than 450 metres of pipes in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/08/arrested-for-stealing-more-than-450-metres-of-pipes-in-elche/) - The National Police have arrested a 41-year-old man in Elche (Alicante) for allegedly committing the crimes of continuous theft, damage and destruction by stealing gas pipes from private buildings and installations on public roads up to 23 times, putting residents and passersby in danger. The police investigation started after a complaint was made at the
- [The 28th Torrevieja Book Fair was presented with a wide-ranging programme of literary activities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/the-28th-torrevieja-book-fair-was-presented-with-a-wide-ranging-programme-of-literary-activities/) - A well-established cultural event will be held on the Vista Alegre promenade from Saturday March 28th to April 6th. The event will feature 15 booths, 23 emerging authors, and the participation of Javier Sierra and Paloma Sánchez-Garnica. As in previous years, a 10% discount will be applied to all purchases made at the booths during
- [Low Festival revamps its image and transforms its lineup in its new phase in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/low-festival-revamps-its-image-and-transforms-its-lineup-in-its-new-phase-in-torrevieja/) - The 2026 edition of the Low Festival has begun with the unveiling of its new creative identity. This rebranding marks the event's transition to a new phase, which coincides with its 15th anniversary and its establishment in Torrevieja as a venue. The proposal is a progression of the festival's image, which is maintained while simultaneously
- [Action opens its doors in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/action-opens-its-doors-in-alicante/) - In the Puerta de Alicante retail centre, the Dutch chain that specialises in affordable non-food products inaugurated its inaugural store in the city on Thursday. The relaunch and transformation of Puerta de Alicante Work City into a mixed-use complex, which will combine retail and office space, are anticipated to commence with this inauguration. The shopping
- [Expo Torrevieja returns on 11th and 12th April with inspiration, entertainment and community spirit](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/expo-torrevieja-returns-on-11th-and-12th-april-with-inspiration-entertainment-and-community-spirit/) - Expo Torrevieja, one of the most popular leisure events on the southern Costa Blanca, is set to return on Saturday, April 11th and Sunday, April 12th at the Torrevieja International Auditorium. The atmosphere is brimming with anticipation. This two-day exhibition, which has become a fixture on the local calendar, is expected to be a vivacious
- [ComarCON celebrates its 12th edition in Torrevieja this weekend](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/07/comarcon-celebrates-its-12th-edition-in-torrevieja-this-weekend/) - The La Comarca Alternative Leisure Association and the Youth Department of the Torrevieja City Council have set the dates for the 12th edition of ComarCON, the best event in the area for "geek" culture and alternative leisure. The event will be held on Saturday, April 11th, from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday, April
- [Spanish Easter traditions: Breaking an egg on someone's forehead](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/spanish-easter-traditions-breaking-an-egg-on-someones-forehead/) - In addition to the Easter confection, there is a custom that is observed annually in numerous regions of Spain, particularly in the Valencian Community, Murcia, and Catalonia: the act of breaking an egg on someone's forehead prior to its consumption. It is a scene that combines a sense of astonishment, laughter, and a hint of
- [There is no longer any excuse for anchoring in the bay of Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/07/there-is-no-longer-any-excuse-for-anchoring-in-the-bay-of-torrevieja/) - People who own leisure boats, yachts, sailboats, or fish for sport will have no justification to defy the anchoring ban in Torrevieja Bay. This law is often broken, especially when there are a lot of tourists. The Port Authority of the Valencian Regional Government has just put up three big signs at the entrance to
- [Police seize 'cocaine van' in Alicante with hidden compartments for concealing drugs ](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/07/police-seize-cocaine-van-in-alicante-with-hidden-compartments-for-concealing-drugs/) - The National Police have arrested two people in Alicante, a 39-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman, who are believed to be involved in drug trafficking and having guns without permission. The arrested individuals sold cocaine and hashish in stores, utilising a car with a secret compartment to transport the drugs. The inquiry started after many
- [€70,718,366 jackpot prize needs claiming in the next few days](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/07/e70718366-jackpot-prize-needs-claiming-in-the-next-few-days/) - Eurojackpot is one of ONCE's most popular lotteries and a sure way to provide good luck to people all throughout the country. In fact, this game of chance has brought in more than 80 million euros in the last week, split between two big rewards for two winners. It's important to know that Eurojackpot is
- [Traffic accident in Elche, caused by a driver falling ill, leaves a minor seriously injured](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/07/traffic-accident-in-elche-caused-by-a-driver-falling-ill-leaves-a-minor-seriously-injured/) - A car accident on Calle Fillet de Fora in Elche on Sunday, April 5th, at about 7:15 p.m. hurt a 17-year-old girl badly and her father slightly. The car flipped over after losing control. While driving, the driver of the car had a medical emergency and had trouble breathing. At that point, the passenger tried
- [Man arrested for using a frequency jammer to steal from inside vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/07/man-arrested-for-using-a-frequency-jammer-to-steal-from-inside-vehicles/) - Police have arrested a 32-year-old man in Alicante for allegedly stealing by deploying a frequency jammer in cars. It is thought that the suspect is responsible for as many as six crimes. He was able to get into the cars by deploying a signal jammer to disable the frequency of the electronic locking system. The
- [57-year-old cyclist dies after colliding with a car in Calpe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/57-year-old-cyclist-dies-after-colliding-with-a-car-in-calpe/) - The CICU says that a 57-year-old cyclist died yesterday, Sunday April 5th, after hitting a car on the N-332 route in Calpe. The alert came in at 4:20 p.m., and the right emergency reaction was put into action right away. Health services getting involved A Basic Life Support (BLS) unit and an Emergency Medical Service
- [Hotel roof collapses in Benidorm, injuring seven](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/hotel-roof-collapses-in-benidorm-injuring-seven/) - Yesterday, Sunday April 5th, part of the roof of a hotel in Benidorm fell down, hurting seven people and prompting a big emergency response. The event, which made everyone there nervous, sent several people to the hospital, but none of them seem to have been seriously hurt. The Emergency Information and Coordination Center (CICU) says
- [Torrevieja police draw weapon to subdue man who slashed all tyres of a patrol car](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/torrevieja-police-draw-weapon-to-subdue-man-who-slashed-all-tyres-of-a-patrol-car/) - A man who was threatening patrol officers with a knife was subdued and deterred by a Local Police officer in Torrevieja, who subsequently arrested him with the assistance of an off-duty officer. The officer was forced to deploy his service weapon. The incident took place on the Juan Aparicio seafront promenade last Thursday, April 2nd.
- [Silla bar owner arrested for allegedly running a cocaine sales point](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/silla-bar-owner-arrested-for-allegedly-running-a-cocaine-sales-point/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested a 40-year-old Spanish man in Silla, who is purportedly the boss of a cocaine distribution point in the town. The operation commenced when officers observed a consistent flow of individuals in the vicinity of a hospitality establishment, which prompted them to suspect the presence of illicit activity. An individual who
- [Woman arrested for violently robbing an elderly woman in San Vicente del Raspeig](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/woman-arrested-for-violently-robbing-an-elderly-woman-in-san-vicente-del-raspeig/) - A 43-year-old woman has been arrested by the Guardia Civil in the municipality of San Vicente del Raspeig (Alicante) as the putative perpetrator of a robbery with violence against an elderly woman that occurred on a public road during the day, as part of the Senior Citizen Security Plan. Officers received a report of a
- [Man wanted by Italian authorities arrested in Santa Pola](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/man-wanted-by-italian-authorities-arrested-in-santa-pola/) - A 51-year-old male with a European Arrest Warrant (EAW) issued by the Italian authorities for an organised robbery offence committed in 2020 has been apprehended by the National Police in Santa Pola (Alicante). The National Police were alerted to the European Arrest Warrant by the requesting country after they suspected that the fugitive may have
- [Alicante neurosurgeon issues a stark warning about scooters: 'We've had quite a few fatalities'](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/alicante-neurosurgeon-issues-a-stark-warning-about-scooters-weve-had-quite-a-few-fatalities/) - The scenario is becoming more prevalent in emergency rooms: an electric scooter accident results in the arrival of young individuals, adults, and even children. In an alarming number of instances, what appeared to be a straightforward urban commute concludes in the operating room. The warning is not derived from institutional campaigns or chilly statistics. It
- [Autocares San Francisco wins the contract for the bus service to the Rojales market for four years](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/autocares-san-francisco-wins-the-contract-for-the-bus-service-to-the-rojales-market-for-four-years/) - Autocares San Francisco SL has been awarded the contract by the Rojales Town Council to provide public transport services to the municipal market and the town centre for the next four years. The total cost of the contract, including VAT, is €65,807.39. The company was the sole bidder in the process. The contract, which was
- [Complaints about the new GVA+ Salut app](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/complaints-about-the-new-gva-salut-app/) - A week ago, the Valencian Health Department introduced the updated version of its GVA+ Salut app, which includes new features for patients, including access to digital SIP (Health Insurance Card) records and radiological examinations. Additionally, enhanced security measures are implemented to safeguard the sensitive health information of Valencian residents. Patients and personnel are encountering some
- [A brawl in Orihuela leaves a 25-year-old man stabbed](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/a-brawl-in-orihuela-leaves-a-25-year-old-man-stabbed/) - In the early hours of Good Friday, a brawl in Orihuela resulted in one individual being injured. An altercation occurred at the San Nicolás store, a 24-hour supermarket located on Calle Ramón Sijé, following the Procession of Silence, which plunges the city into darkness on Holy Thursday. A 25-year-old male was stabbed during the incident.
- [Family clan that sold cocaine is busted in Dolores](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/06/family-clan-that-sold-cocaine-is-busted-in-dolores/) - Operation Transporter Crex has successfully dismantled an indoor cannabis plantation and a family cocaine distribution point in a residence in Dolores. The Santa Pola Police Station's Investigation Unit initiated the investigation in February of last year after receiving anonymous reports that suggested a woman was selling drugs, specifically cocaine, at multiple locations throughout the municipality.
- [Guardia Civil dismantles a criminal organisation that defrauded nearly 200,000 euros in fuel](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/guardia-civil-dismantles-a-criminal-organisation-that-defrauded-nearly-200000-euros-in-fuel/) - A criminal organization that was committed to the fraudulent acquisition of gasoline and other materials in the provinces of Almería, Alicante, and Murcia has been dismantled by the Guardia Civil, resulting in financial losses of €196,000. 'Motorina Blue-Eleca' has thus far led to the arrest of 15 individuals, who are accused of document forgery, identity
- [Villajoyosa begins beach lifeguard service for Easter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/villajoyosa-begins-beach-lifeguard-service-for-easter/) - The lifeguard service at the six Blue Flag beaches of Villajoyosa will be operational now and until Thursday April 9th. The beaches of Centro, Torres, Varadero, Paradís, Bol Nou, and La Caleta are open from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. In addition to a jet ski and a rapid intervention vehicle, the service will be
- [National Police investigate officer who deployed a wave of inspections on businesses in San Fulgencio](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/national-police-investigate-officer-who-deployed-a-wave-of-inspections-on-businesses-in-san-fulgencio/) - After the head of that unit, Fernando Gómez, allegedly received confirmation of a municipal fine of 120 euros for dumping belongings and rubble in an organic waste container, agents of the National Police attached to the Regional Police based in Elche conducted an exhaustive police deployment of a couple of days in the urban centre
- [Torrevieja consolidates its position as the “most transparent city” in the Valencian Community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/torrevieja-consolidates-its-position-as-the-most-transparent-city-in-the-valencian-community/) - According to the independent evaluation ranking DYNTRA (Dyntra City Councils and Municipalities), Torrevieja City Council has once again solidified its position as the most transparent municipality in the Valencian Community, maintaining its regional leadership with a transparency index of 85.8%, as reported by the Councillor for Innovation, Ricardo Recuero. This result reaffirms the effectiveness of
- [Investigations into brothers for facilitating illegal registrations of foreigners](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/02/investigations-into-brothers-for-facilitating-illegal-registrations-of-foreigners/) - Marcos Real State SL, also known as The Marcos Brothers, is currently under investigation by the Orihuela Public Prosecutor's Office for alleged document falsification in connection with the acquisition of residency registrations for foreign nationals in the municipality. The Orihuela City Council filed a complaint with the Public Prosecutor's Office due to an unusual increase
- [Drug trafficking ring that hid drugs in modified cars has been busted in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/02/drug-trafficking-ring-that-hid-drugs-in-modified-cars-has-been-busted-in-elche/) - The dismantling of a criminal organisation that utilised vehicles with concealed compartments to convey drugs in Elche has dealt a significant blow to drug trafficking. The operation has resulted in seven arrests. The National Police and Customs Surveillance of the Tax Agency collaborated on the operation, which resulted in the confiscation of a substantial quantity
- [Alicante man arrested for driving without a licence, being under the influence of drugs and carrying a taser](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/02/alicante-man-arrested-for-driving-without-a-licence-being-under-the-influence-of-drugs-and-carrying-a-taser/) - The Guardia Civil has arrested a 32-year-old man, a resident of Sant Joan d'Alacant, after he was observed driving without a licence, under the influence of narcotics and with a prohibited homemade weapon capable of producing electric shocks on the A-31. The intervention was conducted in the vicinity of Chinchilla de Montearagón, in the province
- [DGT expects more than 1.3 million journeys in the Valencian Community during Holy Week](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/02/64067/) - During the second phase of the special Easter operation, which started at 2:00 p.m. yesterday, Wednesday April 1st, and concludes at midnight on Monday, April 6th, the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) anticipates that 1,364,820 journeys will be made on the highways of the Valencian Community. The Levante Traffic Management Centre was visited by the
- [Local Police revive a padel player after he suffered a heart attack](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/02/local-police-revive-a-padel-player-after-he-suffered-a-heart-attack/) - A patrol in Alicante was able to revive a 51-year-old man who had suffered a heart attack while playing padel, despite the fact that many citizens believe the Local Police are solely responsible for issuing penalties. This was demonstrated on Tuesday, March 30th, according to police sources. The incident transpired on Tuesday afternoon at a
- [Quirónsalud Torrevieja strengthens its Cardiology Service as a benchmark in advanced cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/03/quironsalud-torrevieja-strengthens-its-cardiology-service-as-a-benchmark-in-advanced-cardiovascular-diagnosis-and-treatment/) - The Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital has established itself as one of the leading units in the province of Alicante for the comprehensive management of cardiovascular diseases.
- [Police offensive in Benidorm to combat drug trafficking in the 'English zone'](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/01/police-offensive-in-benidorm-to-combat-drug-trafficking-in-the-english-zone/) - As part of an offensive against drug trafficking that has resulted in a 19% reduction in its incidence in the past year, the streets of Benidorm were the site of a significant anti-drug operation last week, which resulted in scores of arrests. The statistics of the municipality, which is the most afflicted by drug sales
- [Ryanair warns of jet fuel supply disruption in May](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/01/ryanair-warns-of-jet-fuel-supply-disruption-in-may/) - The CEO of Ryanair has issued a cautionary statement regarding the potential disruption of jet fuel supplies in early May in the event that the Middle East conflict persists. Since the outbreak of the war in Iran at the end of February, oil prices have experienced a significant increase as a result of Iran's prohibition
- [UGT calls off the Menzies strikes at Alicante airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/01/ugt-calls-off-the-menzies-strikes-at-alicante-airport/) - After reaching an agreement with the company regarding the financial guarantees for transferred employees, the UGT union has cancelled the planned strike by ground handling services provided by Menzies at Alicante-Elche Airport and six other airports across Spain, which was scheduled for April 2nd-6th. In September 2023, Menzies, a subsidiary of the Kuwaiti Agility Group,
- [Three travelling jewellery thieves arrested](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/01/three-travelling-jewellery-thieves-arrested/) - Three individuals were arrested by National Police officers in Torrevieja (Alicante) on Thursday, March 26th, as the alleged perpetrators of numerous robberies that occurred in jewellery stores across several Spanish provinces. The detained individuals were members of a travelling criminal organisation that specialised in the theft of jewellery through the well-known "distraction" method. The investigation,
- [Orihuela will put the Low Emission Zone project to public consultation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/04/01/orihuela-will-put-the-low-emission-zone-project-to-public-consultation/) - The preliminary public consultation process for the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) project will commence in the upcoming weeks by the Orihuela City Council. This procedure will enable citizens, associations, and groups to submit contributions for a period of one month following its publication in the Official Gazette of the Valencian Government. The implementation of this
- [Prison for man for shooting his uncle in the neck during a family fight](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/prison-for-man-for-shooting-his-uncle-in-the-neck-during-a-family-fight/) - In Alicante, a 24-year-old man was remanded in detention for shooting his 47-year-old uncle in the neck during a family argument. During the operation in the Virgen del Carmen neighbourhood of Alicante on Monday, March 23rd, the National Police arrested the victim's sister, the victim's mother, and the young man's father, both of whom are
- [Benidorm approves the  Renaturalisation Plan](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/benidorm-approves-the-renaturalisation-plan/) - The Benidorm City Council plenary session yesterday, Monday March 30th, authorised the city's Strategic Renaturalisation Plan, a tool that aims to enhance the liveability, health, and well-being of the population by mitigating the impact of climate change and the progressive loss of biodiversity. The Biodiversity Foundation of the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic
- [Orihuela awards the renewal of the urban cleaning fleet to four companies](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/orihuela-awards-the-renewal-of-the-urban-cleaning-fleet-to-four-companies/) - The Orihuela City Council has awarded five lots of a new contract to modernise the street cleaning and urban solid waste service. The objective is to renew virtually the entire fleet of vehicles this year for 3,493,788 euros. This amount represents the most significant investment since the garbage collection was municipalised. It was anticipated that
- [The implementation of the ORA in Torrevieja will regulate 3,500 parking spaces in the city](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/the-implementation-of-the-ora-in-torrevieja-will-regulate-3500-parking-spaces-in-the-city/) - The Torrevieja City Council is working on the last elements of the concession for a regulated parking service, often known as ORA or blue zone. This will let cars move around more easily and make sure that people who need to park on the street temporarily can find a space. The Traffic Department has suggested
- [baby was injured after being bitten by a dog and flown to hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/baby-was-injured-after-being-bitten-by-a-dog-and-flown-to-hospital/) - According to health sources, a baby has been transported to the Doctor Balmis Hospital in Alicante after being injured by a dog bite in the Alicante municipality of Pinoso. The incident occurred on Saturday, March 28th, in this town, and health personnel transported the minor to the provincial capital's hospital centre via medical helicopter upon
- [Motorcyclist found dead six days after crashing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/motorcyclist-found-dead-six-days-after-crashing/) - A 50-year-old man who had been missing from his home in Sax for six days has been discovered deceased in a wooded area adjacent to the road that connects the town to Elda. An investigation was initiated by the Guardia Civil after the man went missing on the night of March 21st and was last
- [Guardia Civil dismantles two more cannabis clubs on the Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/31/guardia-civil-dismantles-two-more-cannabis-clubs-on-the-orihuela-costa/) - As part of two investigations to investigate the activities of specific establishments, the Guardia Civil has dismantled two cannabis associations in Orihuela Costa. Furthermore, officers have arrested six individuals and are currently conducting investigations into five others for offences against public health that are associated with drug trafficking and membership in a criminal organisation. Additionally,
- [The cop who 'got revenge' on a town with a wave of inspections of businesses after being fined 120€](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/the-cop-who-got-revenge-on-a-town-with-a-wave-of-inspections-of-businesses-after-being-fined-120e/) - The residents of the small town of San Fulgencio (Alicante) are in agreement that the recent wave of inspections in all the businesses in the municipality, which was allegedly ordered by the chief of the Generalitat Police in Elche as a form of personal revenge after being fined 120 euros for throwing away belongings, has
- [Eight arrested in Alicante for forging cheques worth more than 132,000 euros](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/eight-arrested-in-alicante-for-forging-cheques-worth-more-than-132000-euros/) - Eight individuals, aged 31 to 73, have been arrested by the National Police officers in Alicante on suspicion of fraud, document fabrication, and membership in a criminal organisation. The police made the arrests following the falsification of cheques totalling over 132,000 euros. The individuals involved in the criminal activity, which also encompassed "love scams" and
- [Prosecution is seeking a 55-year sentence for a gang that stole ATM's](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/prosecution-is-seeking-a-55-year-sentence-for-a-gang-that-stole-atms/) - The prosecution has requested a total of 55 years in prison for eight defendants who are accused of being members of a criminal gang that was dedicated to the robbery of ATMs that were ripped out with the assistance of crane trucks. The gang seized over 341,000 euros from banking entities in the provinces of
- [Summer time nearly here and clocks will go forward at 2am](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/28/summer-time-nearly-here-and-clocks-will-go-forward-at-2am/) - The clocks in Spain will be set forward by one hour during the early hours of Sunday morning, March 29th, as the country transitions to summer time. Therefore, the clock will mechanically advance to 3:00 when it strikes 2:00. This annual March adjustment reduces the amount of sleep that night by one hour, but it
- [Eight arrested in Almería and Alicante in a drug trafficking operation have been sent to prison](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/eight-arrested-in-almeria-and-alicante-in-a-drug-trafficking-operation-have-been-sent-to-prison/) - The Provisional Detention without Bail of eight of the ten individuals arrested in Almería and Alicante as part of a drug trafficking operation was imposed by the Civil and Preliminary Investigation Section of the Court of First Instance No. 1 of Purchena (Almería) on Friday, March 27th. Ten additional arrests were made during the initial
- [Marijuana plantation dismantled in the centre of Santa Pola](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/marijuana-plantation-dismantled-in-the-centre-of-santa-pola/) - An individual has been arrested by the Guardia Civil and the Santa Pola Local Police following the dismantling of a marijuana plantation in a residence situated in the town centre of the Alicante municipality. The Investigation Unit of the Santa Pola Main Station initiated the investigation in January 2026 following the receipt of information from
- [Two arrested in Elda for using false documents to carry out immigration procedures](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/30/two-arrested-in-elda-for-using-false-documents-to-carry-out-immigration-procedures/) - According to police sources, two individuals, a 54-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman, were apprehended by the National Police in Elda on Saturday, March 28th, in connection with the alleged use of false documentation to facilitate immigration procedures. The operation commenced when a woman arrived at the Documentation Unit with the intention of obtaining a
- [Four arrested in Alicante with more than 126 kilos of marijuana](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/28/four-arrested-in-alicante-with-more-than-126-kilos-of-marijuana/) - Residents' complaints regarding the storage of marijuana on the roof of the Provincial Police Station and the pungent odour that emanates from it were revived yesterday, Friday March 27th, as a result of two anti-drug operations in Alicante, during which the National Police confiscated over 126 kilograms of marijuana. In conjunction with the Smuggling Section
- [Inauguration of the renovated Levante Dock in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/inauguration-of-the-renovated-levante-dock-in-torrevieja/) - The Levante Dike will be entirely reopened tomorrow, Saturday, March 28th, following the completion of its modernisation. This includes the replacement of safety and protection elements, improvements to the pedestrian walkway, and new continuous paving. Additionally, the promenade has been equipped with a high-efficiency public lighting system, which not only enhances the aesthetic allure but
- [The first airport strikes by Groundforce and Menzies are suspended](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/the-first-airport-strikes-by-groundforce-and-menzies-are-suspended/) - According to sources from UGT, the first day of planned strikes at Groundforce and the first two called at Menzies, which were scheduled to take place at airports throughout Spain this weekend, have been suspended by unions. This strike poses a threat to Holy Week. The partial and indefinite strikes were scheduled to commence today,
- [Installation begins of an AI-powered traffic light system at the Punta Prima roundabout on the N-332](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/installation-begins-of-an-ai-powered-traffic-light-system-at-the-punta-prima-roundabout-on-the-n-332/) - On Monday, March 30th, the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility will commence construction of a traffic light system that is artificially intelligent. The roundabout at Punta Prima-Rocío del Mar, situated at kilometre 52.8 of the N-332 road in the municipality of Torrevieja, on the border with Orihuela, will be the site of the installation.
- [Beaches ready for Holy Week in Pilar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/beaches-ready-for-holy-week-in-pilar/) - The ten beaches in Pilar de la Horadada, which span nearly five kilometres of coastline, are now open to both residents and visitors who desire to take advantage of them during the Easter week. Lifeguard, sanitation, and cleaning services will be accessible for a period of ten days. Beach cleaning crews will have already commenced
- [These are the new features of the GVA+Salut app](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/these-are-the-new-features-of-the-gvasalut-app/) - The GVA+Salut app has been updated by the Valencian Ministry of Health. EFE/Ministry of Health of Valencia The GVA+Salut app has been updated by the Ministry of Health to incorporate new features, including the virtual SIP card and access to clinical images of patient reports or diagnostic tests. The purpose of this update is to
- [Tabarca Island expands its overnight accommodation capacity with the reopening of the hostel](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/tabarca-island-expands-its-overnight-accommodation-capacity-with-the-reopening-of-the-hostel/) - The Mediterranean Environmental Experiences Center (CEAM) has reopened as a tourism hostel, thereby increasing the island of Tabarca's accommodation options. The municipal facility is being managed by an outsourced company, Esatur, for the first time in its twenty-year history. The service is set to be launched next Wednesday, April 1st . The hostel will provide
- [Torrevieja says new night/hippie huts will be 3.5 million euros](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/torrevieja-says-new-night-hippie-huts-will-be-3-5-million-euros/) - The construction and assembly of new booths for the Craft Market, which is popularly referred to as "the hippies," to be relocated in the area of the Torrevieja port adjacent to the new recreational area, have been appraised by technicians from the Torrevieja City Council at 3,545,488 euros. The investment, which includes VAT, is approximately
- [More cannabis clubs closed: Five shut down in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/more-cannabis-clubs-closed-five-shut-down-in-torrevieja/) - A new chapter is being written in the case of cannabis societies that are utilised as fronts for drug trafficking. The Guardia Civil has completed Operation Zoo-23, which led to the closure of five establishments in Torrevieja that were used as points of sale for marijuana and hashish. Additionally, officers apprehended seven individuals, aged 19
- [Baggage handling strike at Alicante this Easter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/baggage-handling-strike-at-alicante-this-easter/) - During Holy Week, operations at Alicante-Elche Airport are at risk due to a recent strike by ground handling personnel. The unions have requested that two of the primary handling companies at the Alicante terminal, Menzies and Groundforce, implement several days of work stoppages following their failure to negotiate an agreement. Despite the fact that Ryanair,
- [Alicante-Madrid high-speed train - prices up and speed down in 2025](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/27/alicante-madrid-high-speed-train-prices-up-and-speed-down-in-2025/) - In the final quarter of 2025, the high-speed rail service between Alicante and Madrid was stabilised. In comparison to the figures for October, November, and December 2024, the number of passengers on the four services available after the liberalisation of the rail sector (AVE, Ouigo, iryo, and Avlo, also operated by Renfe) nearly stagnated, with
- [Man arrested after violently robbing a woman in Los Dolses](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/man-arrested-after-violently-robbing-a-woman-in-los-dolses/) - Yesterday morning, Wednesday March 25th, the Orihuela Local Police arrested a 45-year-old man. He is suspected of committing a violent robbery in the vicinity of school number 20 in the Los Dolses area, which occurred at the same time as the start of school. The incident took place at approximately 9:00 a.m. when the suspect,
- [Ministry of Health will vaccinate all men aged 21 against the human papillomavirus](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/ministry-of-health-will-vaccinate-all-men-aged-21-against-the-human-papillomavirus/) - Health institutions in the Valencian Community are now offering free vaccinations against the human papillomavirus (HPV) to males under the age of 21, who were born in 2005 or later. The Valencian Ministry of Health published an amended vaccination schedule in the Official Gazette of the Valencian Government (DOGV) on Tuesday, March 24th, which established
- [Orihuela Costa families and teachers demand solutions after 175 days without heating or air conditioning](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/orihuela-costa-families-and-teachers-demand-solutions-after-175-days-without-heating-or-air-conditioning/) - The School Council and the Parents' Association (AFA) of the CEIP Playas de Orihuela school have publicly denounced the "serious situation" at the school, which they claim is a concern that affects all public schools in Orihuela. These criticisms from the school community were made evident on March 23rd, when families and residents convened in
- [Man accused of being a Russian spy arrested in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/man-accused-of-being-a-russian-spy-arrested-in-alicante/) - In Alicante, the National Police have apprehended a Ukrainian citizen who was the subject of a European Arrest Warrant (EAW) issued by the German authorities. The individual is accused of engaging in purported espionage activities that were commissioned by actors located in Russia. The individual who was apprehended was conducting surveillance on a target in
- [Six arrested for selling drugs at a Alicante cannabis club](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/six-arrested-for-selling-drugs-at-a-alicante-cannabis-club/) - In a joint operation conducted by the National Police and the Customs Surveillance Service of the Tax Agency to dismantle a criminal network that utilised a private cannabis club as a drug distribution point, six individuals, aged 23 to 52, were apprehended. The club used online advertising to attract clients, including numerous vacationers who were
- [Alcoy fire destroys three containers and affects five cars](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/alcoy-fire-destroys-three-containers-and-affects-five-cars/) - The alert was received in the vicinity of Centenario Square and Calle Ibi at 2:40 a.m. In accordance with the report from the team that was mobilised to secure the area and suppress the flames, the operation continued until 6:30 a.m. The fire originated in street furniture and was subsequently spread to three smouldering containers.
- [National Police launch a campaign to warn of the dangers of happy slapping](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/national-police-launch-a-campaign-to-warn-of-the-dangers-of-happy-slapping/) - The National Police and Fundación SOL have initiated a new awareness campaign to promote the dangers of "happy slapping," a form of violence among juveniles that entails the recording and subsequent sharing of physical, verbal, or sexual assaults on social media or messaging apps. The campaign, which is a component of the "We Are Their
- [Suma opens a new office next to the Santa Pola Town Hall to "improve citizen service"](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/26/suma-opens-a-new-office-next-to-the-santa-pola-town-hall-to-improve-citizen-service/) - Relocating its offices to a more functional and efficient configuration, the organisation is relocating its offices to the opposite side of the Aquarium. The investment in a sector that improves in-person service, sustainability, efficiency, and digitalisation surpassed €280,000. In order to enhance customer service and modernise its facilities, Suma Tax Management has relocated its Santa
- [Man shot in the neck in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/25/man-shot-in-the-neck-in-alicante/) - Yesterday, Tuesday March 24th, the National Police said that they are conducting an investigation into an incident in the city of Alicante. The incident involved a man being shot in the neck, reportedly during an argument. The injured man was transported to a hospital and underwent emergency surgery, according to the same sources, who also
- [Government postpones the increase in water production at the Torrevieja desalination plant until October](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/25/government-postpones-the-increase-in-water-production-at-the-torrevieja-desalination-plant-until-october/) - The Torrevieja desalination plant expansion’s commissioning has been postponed by the Spanish government until the end of October. It is anticipated that the initiative will result in a 50% increase in the plant's current production. Once operational, the facility will generate approximately 120 cubic hectometres annually, up from an annual production of just over 80
- [British woman living in Alicante on trial for posting photos of her naked ex-husband on Facebook](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/25/british-woman-living-in-alicante-on-trial-for-posting-photos-of-her-naked-ex-husband-on-facebook/) - Today, Wednesday, March 25th, the Alicante Court will hear the case of a 51-year-old British woman who resides in Xàbia. She is accused of disseminating intimate images of her ex-husband through her Facebook account. The Prosecutor's Office will propose a one-year prison sentence for her at the hearing, which will be conducted before the Tenth
- [Couple and their son accused of drug trafficking at a CBD shop in Guardamar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/25/couple-and-their-son-accused-of-drug-trafficking-at-a-cbd-shop-in-guardamar/) - The Guardia Civil has conducted an investigation into a married couple and their son, who are between the ages of 52 and 21, as the purported leaders of a criminal organisation that is exclusively focused on drug trafficking. The organisation is based at a CBD (cannabidiol) product store in Guardamar del Segura. The establishment has
- [Alleged Torrevieja murderer arrested at Murcia airport](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/25/alleged-torrevieja-murderer-arrested-at-murcia-airport/) - In an operation that has facilitated the clarification of the events that transpired at the beginning of March, the Guardia Civil arrested the suspected perpetrator of a homicide in Torrevieja as he was preparing to flee Spain with his suitcases packed. The arrest was made as part of Operation Utes, during which officers apprehended a
- [Health authorities investige whether a 17-year-old girl died from meningitis at Dénia Hospital ](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/24/health-authorities-investige-whether-a-17-year-old-girl-died-from-meningitis-at-denia-hospital/) - The Valencian Ministry of Health is conducting an inquiry into the possibility that a 17-year-old girl passed away yesterday, Monday March 23rd, due to meningitis. The girl was admitted to the Dénia Hospital in Alicante with symptoms that were indicative of the disease. The cause of death has not yet been confirmed as meningitis, as
- [Man arrested in Santa Pola accused of drug trafficking and illegal possession of weapons](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/24/man-arrested-in-santa-pola-accused-of-drug-trafficking-and-illegal-possession-of-weapons/) - A 37-year-old man in Santa Pola (Alicante) has been arrested by the National Police on charges of drug trafficking and unlawful firearm possession. It is purported that he supplied narcotics to other traffickers in the vicinity. The investigation was initiated by the Narcotics Unit of the Elche Police Station in response to information regarding a
- [Prison for a man arrested for killing one of the accused in the murder of a Northern Irishman in Rojales, who was killed in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/24/prison-for-a-man-arrested-for-killing-one-of-the-accused-in-the-murder-of-a-northern-irishman-in-rojales-who-was-killed-in-torrevieja/) - Earlier this week, the Guardia Civil arrested a British citizen in a municipality in the Region of Murcia for his purported involvement in the murder of one of the two individuals accused of the crime committed by Northern Irishman John George. George's body was discovered in a citrus farm in Rojales in January 2025. The
- [Hundreds of campervans invade the Orihuela and Torrevieja coastline and the natural park of the lagoons](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/24/hundreds-of-campervans-invade-the-orihuela-and-torrevieja-coastline-and-the-natural-park-of-the-lagoons/) - In the province of Alicante, including the Vega Baja region, the peak season for motorhome tourism has resumed in full effect. These vehicles are currently occupying prime locations in Torrevieja, particularly on avenues and streets with parking areas designated for residents. These locations include the lanes in the green area of the La Manguilla residential
- [Man arrested in Alicante for sexually exploiting foreign women](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/24/man-arrested-in-alicante-for-sexually-exploiting-foreign-women/) - A network that recruited women in South America to sexually exploit them in clandestine apartments in Alicante has been dismantled by the National Police. The organization recruited the victims through instant messaging applications, where members established contact with women in vulnerable personal, economic, and social situations. They gained their trust and convinced them to travel
- [Ex-partner of the vicarious murderer in Torrevieja had been reported for mistreatment in previous relationships](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/24/ex-partner-of-the-vicarious-murderer-in-torrevieja-had-been-reported-for-mistreatment-in-previous-relationships/) - This newspaper has confirmed via sources close to the case that the former couple, whose three-year-old daughter was allegedly murdered by her father in Torrevieja, had a history of complaints of maltreatment in previous relationships. The 40-year-old Spanish man, who was discovered hanged in the garage of his residence alongside the young girl, had been
- [An accurate diagnosis: the key to properly treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome and SIBO](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/22/an-accurate-diagnosis-the-key-to-properly-treating-irritable-bowel-syndrome-and-sibo/) - The key to properly treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome and SIBO, distinct conditions in terms of their underlying mechanisms and treatment.
- [Missing mans' car found burnt out](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/missing-mans-car-found-burnt-out/) - Following the discovery of his burned-out vehicle in the Virgen del Remedio neighbourhood, a 63-year-old man vanished in Alicante, adding a new dimension to the investigation. His family has not received any updates regarding his whereabouts since Wednesday morning, March 18th, when the most recent communication took place at approximately noon. The National Police have
- [Alleged murderer of a Northern Irishman in Rojales and his wife have been released from jail](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/alleged-murderer-of-a-northern-irishman-in-rojales-and-his-wife-have-been-released-from-jail/) - Once again, he was incarcerated in Alicante for unlawful firearm possession, but he was released. Jonathan Alan S., a Northern Irishman, was arrested this week by the National Police in Alicante. He is accused of fatally shooting his compatriot John George Hardy twice in Rojales and has been free on €100,000 bail since last December
- [Elche hospital thief arrested](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/elche-hospital-thief-arrested/) - The man had to pay more than he thought for his offer to help his relative go to the toilet, since the IV drip and other apparatus can often make things harder. What looked like a simple act of kindness was actually quite cruel, both in what he did and in the situation he was
- [Three German tourists arrested for setting off firecrackers inside their hotel](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/three-german-tourists-arrested-for-setting-off-firecrackers-inside-their-hotel/) - In Valencia, the National Police arrested three German tourists between the ages of 21 and 24 for tossing firecrackers in their hotel room and on the street, where they hit passersby. The arrests happened last Wednesday, March 11th, at about 6 p.m., in the heart of the Fallas celebrations, at a hotel near the old
- [The Government gives a lifeline to the Babilonia beach houses in Guardamar with its appeal against the Consell](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/the-government-gives-a-lifeline-to-the-babilonia-beach-houses-in-guardamar-with-its-appeal-against-the-consell/) - The Babylon houses of Guardamar del Segura will not enjoy their last summer in 2025. It probably won't be the summer of 2026 either. The Spanish government has finally decided to submit an appeal of unconstitutionality against the Valencian Coastal Law with the Constitutional Court. This is instead of the first choice of filing a
- [Death of a 3-year-old girl in Torrevieja is under investigation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/21/death-of-a-3-year-old-girl-in-torrevieja-is-under-investigation/) - The Guardia Civil is looking into the death of a three-year-old child in Torrevieja. They also found her father's body inside the family's home. Sources close to the investigation have revealed that two bodies were found during the night: the body of the three-year-old girl and the body of her father, a man in his
- [Elche Local police arrest a man alleged drug trafficking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/elche-local-police-arrest-a-man-alleged-drug-trafficking/) - The Elche Local Police have arrested a man near a popular nightlife area of the city on suspicion of committing a crime against public health by selling drugs in small amounts. The Elche City Council says that the intervention happened in a nightclub on Calle Luis Llorente because of "repeated complaints from neighbours received in
- [Five years on and still no work started on the Eras de la Sal in Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/five-years-on-and-still-no-work-started-on-the-eras-de-la-sal-in-torrevieja/) - In February 2021, while still wearing masks, the Mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolón, and the then-president of the Provincial Council announced the restoration of the area around which the urban centre of what is now Torrevieja grew at the end of the 18th century, thanks to the exploitation of the salt flats. It has been
- [Ukrainian fugitive wanted in Germany for stealing high-end cars arrested in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/ukrainian-fugitive-wanted-in-germany-for-stealing-high-end-cars-arrested-in-alicante/) - The National Police have arrested a 57-year-old Ukrainian fugitive in Alicante. The German authorities had filed a European arrest warrant (EAW) for him because he was part of a criminal organisation that stole high-end cars in 2020. The Provincial Police Station said that the German authorities had issued a European Arrest Warrant. The National Police
- [Alicante hospital left a glove with gauze inside a patient](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/alicante-hospital-left-a-glove-with-gauze-inside-a-patient/) - The health department in Alicante-Sant Joan is looking into what happened with a lady who had surgery at Sant Joan Hospital on February 18th for precancerous lesions in her uterus. The gynaecologists who did the treatment are said to have "forgotten" to leave a glove with gauze in her vagina. She later vomited it at
- [Body of missing man found in the La Pedrera (Torremendo) reservoir](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/body-of-missing-man-found-in-the-la-pedrera-torremendo-reservoir/) - This morning, Friday March 20th, the Guardia Civil and the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium found the body of a 47-year-old Spanish man in the La Pedrera (Torremendo) reservoir in Orihuela. He had been missing for five days in the town of Fortuna in the Murcian region, and a big search had been started to find
- [The waste collection company is now called Cuida Torrevieja and is formed by Acciona and Hozono Global](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/23/the-waste-collection-company-is-now-called-cuida-torrevieja-and-is-formed-by-acciona-and-hozono-global/) - The local Governing Board in Torrevieja gave the go-ahead on Friday, March 20th, for the new joint venture Cuida Torrevieja to manage rubbish collection, street cleaning, and beach maintenance in Torrevieja. The company is made up of Acciona and Actúa (Hozono Global Group), each with a 50% share. This agreement means that the Murcia-based company
- [Spain to reduce fuel and electricity taxes to alleviate Iran war impact](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/spain-to-reduce-fuel-and-electricity-taxes-to-alleviate-iran-war-impact/) - Today, Friday March 20th, three weeks after the start of the military combat, the Spanish government will approve the first set of steps to lessen the effects of the Iran war. The spike in fuel prices, which went over $110 a barrel, has already started to hurt families in Spain. On Friday, the measures include
- [Proyecto Mastral Torrevieja donates 2,500 euros from its charity calendar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/proyecto-mastral-torrevieja-donates-2500-euros-from-its-charity-calendar/) - Proyecto Mastral gave all the money they made from selling the 2026 Solidarity Calendar to charity. The calendar had pictures of the weather in Torrevieja and was available for purchase at several places in the city. AFA White This time, the two organisations that got 1,250 euros each from the sale of the calendars were
- [Local police close down a drug trafficking establishment on the Orihuela Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/local-police-close-down-a-drug-trafficking-establishment-on-the-orihuela-costa/) - The Orihuela Local Police, who were working the night shift, raided a business in the La Regia section of the coast. They closed the business and took a number of products and drugs. After a comprehensive search, officers found and took away about 6 kilograms of marijuana, 300 grams of hashish, 50 grams of hallucinogenic
- [The most charitable Playmobil figures are in Elche](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/the-most-charitable-playmobil-figures-are-in-elche/) - This Wednesday, El Corte Inglés in Elche ended its Playmobil figure exhibition. The event showed off the company's history and work around the world over the past six months. The concluding event also served to thank Neumáticos Soledad and Juan Arcides for their help. The exhibition Antonio Ramón Guilabert, the local head of the Red
- [Ciudadanos requests an audit of Orihuela's consumer vouchers between 2022 and 2025](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/ciudadanos-requests-an-audit-of-orihuelas-consumer-vouchers-between-2022-and-2025/) - The Ciudadanos party in the Orihuela City Council has asked the current government team, which is made up of the PP and Vox parties, for access to all files related to the consumer voucher campaigns that took place between 2022 and 2025. They want to look at the legality of these campaigns and the process
- [Education Department plans to eliminate Islamic Religion in Almoradí](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/education-department-plans-to-eliminate-islamic-religion-in-almoradi/) - In September 2026, the new Infant and Primary School Number 4 in Almoradí will open. The building of this centre, which will have three lines (three classrooms for each level of education), is already well underway. On Tuesday, March 17th, the Municipal School Council (CEM), a group made up of parents, teachers, the City Council,
- [Another knife attack on a man in the street in Alicante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/another-knife-attack-on-a-man-in-the-street-in-alicante/) - A man was hurt on Wednesday, March 18th, in Alicante when someone attacked him with a knife. The attack happened on the roadway, close to where Calle Fidel Pastor and Felipe Herrero Arias meet. People close to the case say that a large weapon, like an axe or machete, was used in the attack. The
- [Ryanair to start flights from Alicante to Venice](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/ryanair-to-start-flights-from-alicante-to-venice/) - Ryanair, the Irish low-cost airline with the most passengers and an operating base at Alicante-Elche airport, has announced that it would start a new direct route to Venice Marco Polo (Italy) in the summer of 2026. Starting on September 1st, 2026, the new route will have four flights a week in September and three flights
- [Santa Pola is looking for solutions to improve its connections with the N332](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/santa-pola-is-looking-for-solutions-to-improve-its-connections-with-the-n332/) - The Mayor of Santa Pola went to the Roads Unit in Alicante and demanded that work on the project to link to the Rocas Blancas hotel, the access from Gran Alacant, the connection to Playa Lisa, and the enlargement of one of the most accident-prone regions in the province be restarted. Mayor Loreto Serrano, Traffic
- [Crevillent cemetery will build 112 new niches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/20/crevillent-cemetery-will-build-112-new-niches/) - On Wednesday, March 18th, Antonio Candel Rives, the Councillor for Cemeteries, announced that the contract for building 112 niches in the Municipal Cemetery "Virgen de los Dolores" has been awarded. This is in line with the project that the Technical Office wrote and presented, which the Local Governing Board approved on September 29th, 2025. After
- [A group that stole mobiles to empty bank accounts has been dismantled in the Vega Baja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/a-group-that-stole-mobiles-to-empty-bank-accounts-has-been-dismantled-in-the-vega-baja/) - The Guardia Civil has broken up a criminal cell in the Vega Baja area that they think is behind a string of phone thefts that were used to perpetrate bank fraud. The inquiry led to the arrest of two young males, 18 and 26 years old, and the identification of a third, 22 years old,
- [Benidorm promotes the installation of new charging points for electric vehicles in Levante](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/benidorm-promotes-the-installation-of-new-charging-points-for-electric-vehicles-in-levante/) - The Local Governing Board of Benidorm City Council has given the go-ahead for a contract to put up additional electric vehicle charging stations in the Levante area. The 2022 Destination Tourism Sustainability Plan, "Benidorm Vision 360," will pay for this initiative with Next Generation EU monies. Aida García Mayor and Francis Muñoz, the councillors for
- [Elche Half Marathon makes history again with increased participation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/elche-half-marathon-makes-history-again-with-increased-participation/) - There are events that people don't just run, they live through. The Elche International Half Marathon is one of these. As it gets ready for its 53rd edition, the marathon shows once again that it's not simply a race, but a real force behind the city's social, economic, and sports growth. The last edition's data
- [Suma reopens its office in Torrevieja after a complete renovation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/suma-reopens-its-office-in-torrevieja-after-a-complete-renovation/) - The headquarters in Torrevieja for Suma is open again after being completely remodelled. The project has made the facilities more useful and long-lasting, and it has encouraged the use of digital technology, accessibility, and face-to-face service. The second vice president and deputy for Finance, Marina Sáez, the agency's director, José Antonio Belso, and the mayor
- [Three people treated for smoke inhalation in a house fire in Pilar de la Horadada](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/three-people-treated-for-smoke-inhalation-in-a-house-fire-in-pilar-de-la-horadada/) - After a fire broke out early yesterday morning, Wednesday March 18th, in a property on Calle Ciruela in the Alicante municipality of Pilar de la Horadada, medical services treated a lady and two men for smoke inhalation. The Emergency Information and Coordination Center (CICU) said it got the call about the incident at about 4:45
- [Brit accused of strangling a friend in Benidorm tells the judge that she reacted to a situation of abuse](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/brit-accused-of-strangling-a-friend-in-benidorm-tells-the-judge-that-she-reacted-to-a-situation-of-abuse/) - The woman who was jailed for strangling a friend with a vacuum cleaner cord testified in court after spending over six months in jail. She came to court on her own and tried to explain what happened that night, saying she "lost her mind." Sources said that the woman told the judge that she acted
- [Sueña Torrevieja proposes an urgent “Fuel voucher” to protect the local economy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/suena-torrevieja-proposes-an-urgent-fuel-voucher-to-protect-the-local-economy/) - The Sueña Torrevieja Municipal Group has asked the City Council to start a local programme called "Fuel Voucher." This programme is meant to help the local economy deal with the effects of increased gasoline prices. Pablo Samper, the group's spokesperson, submitted the proposal. It calls for the formation of a direct aid programme with an
- [Guardia Civil investigate eight people for a computer fraud of more than 80,000 euros](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/guardia-civil-investigate-eight-people-for-a-computer-fraud-of-more-than-80000-euros/) - The Guardia Civil is looking into eight people as possible criminals in a computer fraud case involving smishing, a sort of social engineering that tricked a victim into sending more than 80,000 euros across 18 bank accounts. The Guardia Civil's internet portal received a complaint from the victim, which started the inquiry. The article says
- [Motorcyclist did 192 km/h on a 70 km/h road](https://thisistorrevieja.com/2026/03/19/motorcyclist-did-192-km-h-on-a-70-km-h-road/) - The Guardia Civil in Valencia is looking into a motorbike driver who was doing 192 kilometres per hour on the CV-339 road in Llíria, which is a normal road that only allows speeds of 70 kilometres per hour. The Guardia Civil said that this is the third biker caught speeding in the first two months

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- [Torrevieja Municipal Swimming Pool](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/torrevieja-municipal-swimming-pool/) - The Torrevieja Municipal Swimming Pool is located in the Sports City, and features a climate-controlled indoor swimming pool, and an outdoor pool that is open during the summer months. It is not expensive to use these facilities, and discounts are available for block-bookings, and for those classed as special groups, such as pensioners. There are
- [Tribute to Torrevieja Musicians](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/tribute-to-torrevieja-musicians/) - On the Paseo Vistalegre, there is a statue group that pays tribute to Torrevieja musicians, Escultura Homenaje a los Musicos Torrevejenses. It is a bronze sculpture of a group of musicians, led by their conductor, in honour of the music band that played in the bandstand that used to be on the promenade. Torrevieja has
- [Habaneras Shopping Centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/habaneras-shopping-centre/) - Habaneras Shopping Centre in Torrevieja opened in March 2005 and, since then, it has become an integral part of the society of Torrevieja and the Vega Baja. Every year it welcomes more than 4 million visitors from the five continents, who enjoy its shops, restaurants and the magnificent climate that is enjoyed in this city.
- [La Siesta Park and Pump Track](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/la-siesta-park-and-pump-track/) - The La Siesta Park in Torrevieja has many different facilities for different sports modalities, and there's seating around the entire area. There are not many trees and green areas however, and hardly any shade so summer is going to be difficult. The park is built on a 44,000 m2 space made up of recreation and
- [Torrevieja Pump Track](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/torrevieja-pump-track/) - Torrevieja Pump Track is located in La Siesta Park, part of the 44,000 m2 space made up of recreation and rest areas, sports court areas and pétanque courts, and featuring this, the largest paved pump track area in the world. The Pump Track is for skateboards, scooters, and BMX bicycles, which, according to the town
- [Parque Aromatico de Torrevieja – Aromatic Park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/parque-aromatico-de-torrevieja-aromatic-park/) - Breathe, feel, walk and rest in the pleasant Parque Aromatico de Torrevieja. A place to test your senses. Discovering Torrevieja is always done through the senses, whether through the taste of salt, the vision of the coastline, or, in the case of the aromatic park, smell, because your senses will be in for a treat
- [Torrevieja International Auditorium](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/torrevieja-international-auditorium/) - The Torrevieja International Auditorium, or Auditorio Internacional De Música De Torrevieja, to give it the full name, was designed by the architect José María Tomás, and opened on 25 March 2011, and stands within around 95,000 square metres of landscaped gardens, next to the Hospital Quironsalud Torrevieja. The Torrevieja International Auditorium features many different rooms,
- [Palacio de la Musica](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/palacio-de-la-musica/) - The Palacio de la Musica in Torrevieja is located in the centre of the town, and is a small auditorium where the primary focus, as you might guess from the name of the venue, is music. The venue was inaugurated in 1999, the work of architects Alberto Velázquez and José Domínguez Rozas, and is set
- [Centro Cultural Virgen Del Carmen](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/centro-cultural-virgen-del-carmen/) - The Virgen Del Carmen cultural centre, Centro Cultural Virgen Del Carmen, is located in Torrevieja, slightly outside what is considered the cultural centre, but still within walking distance from other venues, and is close to the Plaza de Oriente, and it does have a car park underneath. Within an avant-garde space, designed by the architects
- [Quirónsalud Torrevieja, the best hospital for international patients](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/quironsalud-torrevieja-the-best-hospital-for-international-patients/) - Quirónsalud Torrevieja and its Health Premium Card offer a personal health advisor, personalised check-ups, home care and many more advantages The Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja is an international health centre of excellence in the province of Alicante. Its team of professionals is highly qualified and has a wide variety of medical specialties (more than 50). This
- [Torrevieja Municipal Theatre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/torrevieja-municipal-theatre/) - The Torrevieja Municipal Theatre, Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja, is a cultural centre built on the site of a previously listed building, a cinema, which was demolished to make way for this venue. Not without further controversy, the theatre was closed down amid safety concerns, due to numerous violations in terms of building, fire, and other
- [La Mata Natural Park Visitor´s Centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/la-mata-natural-park-visitors-centre/) - The La Mata Natural Park Visitor´s Centre, correctly called the Centro de Interpretación Parque Natural La Mata, is located just off the N-332 coastal road in La Mata, Torrevieja. There is a large car park, although this sometimes gets busy on market days (Wednesday), and in the summer months. A bust stop is also located
- [Parque del Molina del Agua – Water Mill Park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/parque-del-molina-del-agua-water-mill-park/) - The natural area of "Parque del Molino del Agua" in Torrevieja is made up of a dune ecosystem that gives the area great importance, since it extends from the Salinas de Santa Pola to Cabo Cervera. This natural space acts as a coastal corridor connecting two important wetlands, declared a Special Protection Area for Birds
- [Aquopolis Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/aquopolis-torrevieja/) - Aquopolis Torrevieja is a large and popular water park in Torrevieja, located near the Habaneras shopping centre, and open, normally, from June to August. As well as a variety of pools and slides, some more daring than others, there is ample space to just relax in the sun, or have a bite to eat in
- [Municipal Animal Shelter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/municipal-animal-shelter/) - The Municipal Animal Shelter, or Albergue Municipal de Animales, is located outside the centre of the town, not far from the Park of Nations, near to the Habaneras Shopping Centre. The Torrevieja animal protection department is in charge of collaborating, disseminating and managing the care of animals in the town, and to that end runs
- [Playa de los Locos](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/playa-de-los-locos/) - Playa de los Locos, or the “crazy” beach, is one of the most popular in Torrevieja and is located between Punta del Salaret and Cala del Palangre. Most of its surface is made up of sand, although it also has some 200 metres of coastal rock, where stairs have been provided to facilitate access and
- [Paseo Juan Aparicio Bathing Areas](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/paseo-juan-aparicio-bathing-areas/) - The Juan Aparicio promenade, Paseo Juan Aparicio, was remodelled by the architect Carmen Pinós between 1996 and 1999, carrying out a treatment of the maritime edge to protect the coast from the waves through the construction of breakwaters that, in addition, make up shallow bathing areas with platforms for sunbathing. The traditional rocky sections of
- [Parroquia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/parroquia-del-sagrado-corazon-de-jesus/) - The Parroquia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, or Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in Torrevieja, is inspired by the old Hermitage existing in this same square, but is a considerable step up in terms of grandeur and modernism compared to the previous building that housed the congregation of the parish. The main entrance
- [Aquapark Flamingo](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/aquapark-flamingo/) - Aquapark Flamingo is a water park in Torrevieja, situated in Urb. La Siesta, Torrevieja, 2 mins from Carrefour and the Habaneras shopping centre. Aquapark Flamingo is seasonal, and normally opens from the end of May to September, and is perfect for visitors of all ages, including children. The park has all kinds of water attractions
- [Parroquia de la Inmaculada Concepción](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/parroquia-de-la-inmaculada-concepcion/) - The church of the Parroquia de la Inmaculada Concepción in Torrevieja is the oldest in the town. The history of the church of the Immaculate Conception is marked by the development and history of Torrevieja. The church building we see today, neoclassical, is from 1880 and stands on a site where there were previous temples,
- [Playa del Cura](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/playa-del-cura/) - Playa del Cura, or priest’s beach, is one of the most popular in Torrevieja due to its special location in the heart of the town centre. It’s not a huge beach though, so given the popularity, it can be very busy at peak times. It is located by punta Margallo, and with the existing bathing
- [Parque de la Torre del Moro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/parque-de-la-torre-del-moro/) - The Parque de la Torre del Moro is located to the north of Torrevieja, almost at La Mata, and the main feature of this small park is the tower from which it gets its name. The Torre del Moro, or Moors Tower, is a coastal watchtower built on a hill above Cabo Cervera in Torrevieja.
- [Plaza de la Constitución](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/plaza-de-la-constitucion/) - In the heart of the town centre in Torrevieja is Plaza de la Constitución, a paved square which is also the location of the town hall, and one of the two main churches in Torrevieja. Dressed in palm trees and bougainvillea, the square also hosts major events within the open space, such as the nativity
- [Cala de cabo Cervera](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/cala-de-cabo-cervera/) - Cala de cabo Cervera is a small cove located on the cape of the same name that has a sandy area and an area for swimming in the coastal rocks, for which stairs are installed that facilitate access and exit to the sea. In its vicinity there are different restaurants, and its coastal promenade connects
- [Eras de la Sal](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/eras-de-la-sal/) - To this day, Torrevieja has a huge salt producing industry, but in days gone by, transporting that salt further afield was not quite as easy as it is today, although boats still play a big part in the operation, and that is where the Eras de la Sal played its part in history, as a
- [Monument to the Cultures of the Mediterranean](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/monument-to-the-cultures-of-the-mediterranean/) - The Monument to the Cultures of the Mediterranean, or Monumento a las Culturas del Mediterráneo, is more popularly known as the “columns”, or “Las Columnas”, and hidden away at the north end of Torrevieja. The monument is specifically located in Punta Carral, between Cala del Palangre and Playa del Cura, an area which was rundown
- [Playa Naufragos](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/playa-naufragos/) - Playa Naufragos, or the “shipwreck” beach, is located to the south of Torrevieja. This Blue Flag beach is quite wide, wider than is usual in Torrevieja, and also boasts a considerable length. There are beach facilities, including water-based fun for the little ones in the season, and is accessible for those with reduced mobility. One
- [Playa de La Mata South](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/playa-de-la-mata-south/) - The beach at La Mata, or Torrelamata, is approximately 2,365 metres long, making it the largest beach in the municipality of Torrevieja. In order to make things easier for everyone, the beach has been divided into two segments, north and south, or playa de La Mata norte and playa de La Mata sur. The southern
- [Mujer del Marinero](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/mujer-del-marinero/) - The Mujer del Marinero monument in Torrevieja is dedicated to the wives of sailors who take to the sea on a regular basis, some of whom never return. The statue aims to represent the pain that can be felt by these women, the anxiety as their husbands, fathers, or sons set sail, in potentially deadly
- [The Hombre del Mar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/the-hombre-del-mar/) - With the remodelling of Paseo Juan Aparicio in Torrevieja some years ago, the Hombre del Mar monument, a tribute to the sailors from Torrevieja that represents the link between the people of the town and the sea, was moved a few metres to its current location. The statue, which stands on a uniquely designed plinth,
- [Torrevieja Floating Museum](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places-to-go/torrevieja-floating-museum/) - The Torrevieja Floating Museum, Museo Flotante, features a number of retired boats that you are welcome to explore at certain times, and a range of related exhibits on the port area. Located in the main harbour in Torrevieja, one of the highlights of the floating museum as to be the S-61 Delfin submarine. The decommissioned

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## Episodes

- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 13 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-13-july-2026/) - Stay up to date with the latest local and regional developments with Riley Via on the This Is Torrevieja daily news round-up for Monday 13 July 2026.In this episode:Levante Breakwater Redevelopment: Torrevieja City Council officially awards the final phase contract to CHM Obras e Infraestructuras for over 3.5 million euro, saving thousands for the municipality.Torrevieja
- [The Week Ahead - Monday 13 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/the-week-ahead-monday-13-july-2026/) - Join Riley Via for a preview of The Week Ahead, from Mad Black Cat, with a look at what to expect in the news from Spain, the UK, and the world, with the theme of the week undoubtedly being LEADERSHIP!
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 10 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-10-july-2026/) - In today's bulletin for Friday 10 July 2026, Riley brings you the latest local and regional updates from the Costa Blanca.Torrevieja Council has officially awarded a 10.3 million euro contract for the highly anticipated Alto de la Casilla Urban Park, with construction set to begin this August. Meanwhile, beachgoers on the Elche coast face frustration
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 9 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-9-july-2026/) - Torrevieja News Round-up: 60 Years of the Yacht Club, Virgen del Carmen Festivities, and Heatwave WarningsIn today's bulletin, Riley covers the emotional 60th-anniversary gala at the Real Club Náutico Torrevieja and the official start of the local Virgen del Carmen festivities. Widening out to Alicante, Acciona and Vilor compete for a 5 million euro airport
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 8 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-8-july-2026/) - Catch up on the latest local news for Torrevieja and the surrounding region with Riley. In tonight's update, the political row over the Torrevieja Hospital expansion budget continues, and a new contractor takes over the essential lifeguard services on Guardamar beaches. Plus, Orihuela installs new chilled water fountains to help beat the summer heat, but
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 7 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-7-july-2026/) - In tonight's local update, the La Mata Residents' Association has submitted five proposals to the Generalitat Valenciana to improve the suburban bus service to Torrevieja University Hospital, including early morning adjustments, a new stop at Quirónsalud Torrevieja, and safer access for elderly residents. Meanwhile, Ryanair has warned passengers using Alicante and other major airports to
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 6 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-6-july-2026/) - Stay informed with today's local news update for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. In this episode, Riley covers the historic rollout of Torrevieja's new urban transport network, a 32-bus expansion designed to halve wait times by 2027. We also look at the 14 new nursing assistant roles added to the Vega Baja University Hospital
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 3 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-3-july-2026/) - In tonight’s update with Riley Via, we cover the temporary freeze on the €5.4 million Sector 25 park renovation in Torrevieja due to missing ministry approvals, and look ahead to the newly approved 2027 commercial calendar for the Valencian Community, which introduces emergency weather flexibility.Widening out across the Alicante province, we look at the massive
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 2 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-2-july-2026/) - In tonight's round-up, Riley brings you the latest local stories from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. Torrevieja Council and APYMECO launch the "Un comercio épico" summer campaign, offering over €5,000 in prizes to shoppers who support local businesses. Meanwhile, local political tensions rise as the PSOE criticises the town hall's handling of LGTBI equality
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 1 July 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-1-july-2026/) - Torrevieja Habaneras Contest, Bus Fare Update, Eco-Hotel Proposal, and Alicante Regional News | 1 July 2026Join Riley for tonight's daily news round-up from This Is Torrevieja.In this episode:Global Choir Capital: Torrevieja prepares for the 72nd International Habaneras and Polyphony Contest, bringing over 700 singers from 13 countries to the Municipal Theatre this July.Bus Service Correction:
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 30 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-30-june-2026/) - In today's bulletin with Riley, we bring you the latest updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. Torrevieja Council has approved a major revamp of the urban bus network, introducing free travel for senior citizens under the new "Bono Oro" scheme, alongside single tickets priced at 1.35 euro. Meanwhile, the city expands its university
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 29 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-29-june-2026/) - Stay informed with the latest local updates from Torrevieja and the surrounding regions for Monday, 29 June 2026. In tonight's round-up, we cover the weekend closure of a massive illegal airport parking plot in Torrellano holding 500 cars, and the temporary closure of seven municipal padel courts in Torrevieja due to safety concerns over shattered
- [This is Torrevieja Special Report - The New EU Import Fee](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-special-report-the-new-eu-import-fee/) - New EU Import Fee Explained: What Shoppers in Spain Need to KnowFrom 1 July, many low-value parcels arriving in the EU from outside Europe will be subject to a new €3 import handling charge. Riley explains what the changes mean for shoppers using Temu, Shein and AliExpress, clears up who actually pays the fee, and
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 26 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-26-june-2026/) - ​Stay informed with the latest updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province for Friday 26 June 2026. In tonight's update, Riley covers the newly approved five-month extension for the Levante breakwater footbridge project due to complex drilling issues, and the postponement of Torrevieja's major pyromusical summer fireworks show caused by contract delays. We also
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 25 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-25-june-2026/) - This is Torrevieja Daily Evening News DigestStay informed with the latest updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province for 25 June 2026. Today's bulletin covers local environmental concerns, infrastructure updates, legal news, and dramatic regional incidents.Dolphin Distress: Public outrage grows after a jet ski was filmed dangerously chasing and disrupting a pod of dolphins
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 24 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-24-june-2026/) - Catch up on tonight's local update with Riley. Today, we look at Torrevieja City Council launching a €1.3 million tender for new craft market stalls at the port, and we celebrate 20 years of the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre.Plus, major transport milestones as the Alicante and Elche airport rail link project clears its environmental approval, and
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 23 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-23-june-2026/) - In today’s bulletin, we cover a dramatic life-saving rescue by local police and the sad news of two drownings on our beaches. We also look at the dismantling of a major international car-theft ring across the Alicante province, the liquidation of a local property giant, and updates on the gridlocked La Hoya development. Plus, we
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 22 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-22-june-2026/) - ​In today's bulletin, we cover the return of traditional San Juan beach bonfires in Torrevieja, with 4 designated beaches set for celebrations this Tuesday. We also explore a new proposal from the Orihuela Chamber of Commerce regarding a solar plant at the La Pedrera reservoir to support our desalination needs. Additionally, we look at the
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 19 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-19-june-2026/) - Get the latest updates with Riley on the Torrevieja evening news round-up for Friday, 19 June 2026! Today we cover the return of the popular La Mata Sardine Festival this Sunday, featuring free food, a DJ, and a foam cannon. We also discuss the final date set for the end of free local resident bus
- [Events around Torrevieja - Weekend of 20 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/events-around-torrevieja-weekend-of-20-june-2026/) - Join Riley for your essential weekend event guide across Spain! We are diving into the massive Bonfires of San Juan celebrations kicking off in Alicante city, featuring towering monuments and earth-shaking fireworks. Plus, we stay local in Torrevieja with details on a spectacular Raphael tribute concert, an exotic oriental dance festival, and a family-friendly dance
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 18 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-18-june-2026/) - Torrevieja Natural Pools Reopen & Major €2.2M Almoradí School Overhaul | Torrevieja Evening News Round-UpStay up to date with the latest local news for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province with Riley. In today's bulletin:Good News for Bathing: The popular natural pools at Paseo Juan Aparicio in Torrevieja have fully reopened after water quality parameters
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 17 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-17-june-2026/) - Stay informed with the latest updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province for Wednesday, 17 June 2026. In tonight's round-up, Riley covers the resounding success of Torrevieja's inaugural Vega Baja Emplea regional jobs fair, which generated over 600 employment opportunities, and highlights local youth representatives visiting the European Parliament in Brussels. We also look
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 16 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-16-june-2026/) - In tonight's round-up, Riley covers the newly approved construction plans for the Torrevieja Sea and Salt Museum complex, alongside details on why the local port and fishing pier redevelopment has faced another delay until August. We also dive into the controversy surrounding Orihuela's taxi licensing exams after 20 out of 22 applicants failed due to
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 15 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-15-june-2026/) - Catch up on the latest local updates with Riley on today's evening news round-up for Torrevieja and the surrounding areas.In this episode, we dive into the launch of the regional Vive Plan in Torrevieja, bringing 822 public subsidised homes to the municipality with a 100 million euro investment. We also celebrate local student Ricardo Isaias
- [Weekend Events in Spain and Torrevieja - From 13 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/weekend-events-in-spain-and-torrevieja-from-13-june-2026/) - Looking for things to do this weekend? Join Riley Via for a quick roundup of the biggest events happening across Spain and the local Torrevieja area starting Saturday 13 June 2026. We look at the Formula One Grand Prix in Barcelona, live rock music in Algueña, and Latin pop in Alicante. Closer to home, we
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 12 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-12-june-2026/) - Here is your evening news round-up for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province for Friday 12 June 2026.In local news, Torrevieja Town Hall has completed a Mediterranean planting upgrade at the Aromatic Park to support local biodiversity. Meanwhile, the highly anticipated €61 million Paseo del Mar leisure complex at Torrevieja port officially opened last night
- [This is Torrevieja News- Thursday 11 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-11-june-2026/) - In tonight's round-up, Riley covers a pioneering AI project in Alicante and Elche helping those with speech disorders, alongside updates on Torrevieja's upcoming leisure complex. We also dive into the unusual reasons behind the six-month delay and budget increase at the Torrevieja animal shelter—including a flock of stressed feral chickens. Plus, details on an upcoming
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 10 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-10-june-2026/) - New Police Vehicles, Bus Time Upgrades, and Major Court Rulings | This is Torrevieja Daily News Round-UpGet the latest evening update for Wednesday 10 June 2026 with presenter Riley Via. In tonight's bulletin, we look at Torrevieja City Council investing over €325,000 in eight new Local Police vehicles to modernize the fleet. We also celebrate
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 9 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-9-june-2026/) - Stay up to date with the latest local updates on the Torrevieja evening news round-up for Tuesday 9 June 2026, presented by Riley Via.In tonight's bulletin, we look at a novel solution to summer pests as the University of Alicante develops an eco-friendly, electromagnetic buoy system to safely deter jellyfish from local bathing waters. In
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 8 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-8-june-2026/) - Here is your evening news round-up for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province for Monday 8 June 2026. In local news, Torrevieja has brought forward the closure of its pool following an air conditioning duct collapse, while the outdoor municipal pools have reopened today. Meanwhile, six town councils in the Vega Baja have launched official
- [Torrevieja News - Weekly Update - 7th June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/torrevieja-news-weekly-update-7th-june-2026/) - Port Shopping Centre Opening, Beach Rescue, and Ghost Hotel RaidJoin Riley for a relaxed look back at the biggest stories shaping Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province this week. We kick off with Torrevieja City Council ordering the immediate demolition of an illegal seafront terrace and the arrest of two individuals behind a series of
- [This is Torrevieja Events - From Friday 5 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-events-from-friday-5-june-2026/) - Join Riley for this weekend’s round-up of events across Spain and Torrevieja! We cover the traffic impact of the Papal visit in Madrid, family-friendly rock in Alicante, an ABBA tribute show in Torrevieja, and our local Gastronomic Days. Tune in for everything you need to plan your perfect weekend.
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 5 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-5-june-2026/) - In today's bulletin, Riley covers the police raid on a "ghost hotel" in La Mata, the traffic chaos caused by a new AI traffic light system at Punta Prima, and a dramatic 80km police chase ending near Alicante. We also look at the crackdown on illegal street vending in Torrevieja and an arrest in Elche
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 4 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-4-june-2026/) - Torrevieja Daily News Round-Up: Crime, La Mata Rescue and San Juan Beach Makes HistoryIn tonight's bulletin, presenter Riley Via brings you the latest local updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province for Thursday 4 June 2026.We lead with local surfers praised for rescuing a swimmer in distress at La Mata beach.Wider regional stories feature
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 3 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-3-june-2026/) - In tonight's bulletin, presenter Riley brings you the latest news from Torrevieja and across the Alicante province. We lead with the highly anticipated opening date for the new €61 million Paseo del Mar shopping centre in Torrevieja's port area, which is set to create at least 400 new jobs when it launches next week. Meanwhile,
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 2 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-2-june-2026/) - In this evening’s round-up with Riley, we share the news that Torrevieja City Council has approved essential funding for a €16 million EPSAR wastewater project to upgrade major pumping stations at the seafront and Torreta Florida, effectively preventing future sewage spills. Meanwhile, a major €10.3 million public tender has been launched to manage Torrevieja’s Municipal
- [This is Torrevieja News (Corrected) - Monday 1 June 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-corrected-monday-1-june-2026/) - In tonight's bulletin, presenter ⁠Riley ⁠brings you the latest ⁠news updates from Torrevieja and across the Alicante province⁠. We lead with Torrevieja City Council ordering the immediate demolition of an illegal, €26,932 seafront restaurant terrace due to critical fire safety violations. In regional updates, hospitals in Alicante are set to receive the lion's share of
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 29 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-29-may-2026/) - In today’s update, Torrevieja prepares to host 548 students at the International Auditorium for the EBAU university entrance exams next week, complete with a major security and transport operation. Nearby, Los Montesinos welcomes choirs from Torrevieja, Elche, and Crevillente for a provincial musical event this Saturday, while Elche launches a brand-new home meal service for
- [This is Torrevieja Weekend Events - Friday 29 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-weekend-events-friday-29-may-2026/) - This week on This is Torrevieja, Riley rounds up the best events for the weekend of the 29th of May. We look at the Rugby SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, the massive Spring Festival in Alicante, and some fantastic local performances at the International Auditorium and Municipal Theater in Torrevieja. Tune in for all the
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 28 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-28-may-2026/) - Stay informed with the latest updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province in our evening news round-up for May 28, 2026. Today, host Riley covers five essential stories shaping our community.We start with the heartening news that missing British traveller Wendy Iles and her dog have been found safe and well after vanishing on
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 27 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-27-may-2026/) - In tonight’s This is Torrevieja evening news update, Riley covers the surge in foreign residents in the Alicante province, and the Costa Blanca, with Torrevieja leading Spain in relative growth as the province closes in on 2.1 million residents. We also look at a 1.1 million euro council spend on extra rubbish containers to meet
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 28 April 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-28-april-2026/) - In today’s update with Riley, we look at the huge growth at Torrevieja Hospital, as they welcome over 10,000 new users in a single year. We also cover your legal right to a paid day off for moving house, the hospitalisation of Elche’s Mayor, and a warning about the rise of cybercrime. Plus, a look
- [This is Torrevieja Weekend Events - From Friday 1 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-weekend-events-from-friday-1-may-2026/) - Riley Via has your guide to a massive weekend in Spain! We cover the spectacular San Javier Air Show 2026, the floral festivals in Alicante, and live music and art in Torrevieja and Rojales. Whether you are looking for aerobatics or a relaxed May Day stroll, we have all the details for Friday, May 1,
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 29 April 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-29-april-2026/) - Join Riley for your Wednesday evening Torrevieja news round-up. 🎙️ In today's update: Orihuela's fleet of bin trucks gets a 1.7 million euro upgrade, a legal blunder leads to the release of eleven suspects in Torrevieja, and a dramatic sea escape ends in an arrest. We also cover the tragic news from El Campello and
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 1 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-1-may-2026/) - Join Riley for today’s Torrevieja round-up! We’re talking about the future of the Rock Against Cancer festival, Elche’s big win as a City of Innovation, and the return of the popular Street Food Market. Plus, we’ve got updates on the San Javier airshow, new fitness spots in Benidorm, and an important product recall you need
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 30 April 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-30-april-2026/) - In today’s update, Riley covers the planned road improvements for the CV-95 near the hospital and the ongoing debate over Torrevieja’s rapid urban growth. We also look at the international navy fleet arriving in Alicante, Ryanair’s warnings over summer airport delays, and a recent arrest following an attempted robbery in town. Stay informed on your
- [This is Torrevieja Events from Friday 8 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-events-from-friday-8-may-2026/) - Join Riley for a look at a massive weekend in Spain! We’re diving into the highlights of the Torrevieja May Fair (Feria de Mayo) with its vibrant Sevillanas dancing and horse parades. We also cover the Women's Race in Madrid, the Costa Blanca Handpan Festival in Albir, and historic reenactments in Almería. Get the latest
- [What´s on in Torrevieja and Spain from 15 to 17 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/whats-on-in-torrevieja-and-spain-from-15-to-17-may-2026/) - An audio guide to the top events in Torrevieja and across Spain this weekend, including Norwegian National Day and the San Isidro festivities.
- [This is Torrevieja Events - Friday 22 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-events-friday-22-may-2026/) - Weekend guide to cultural and musical highlights in Torrevieja and AlicanteTorrevieja and the wider Alicante province are bursting with activity this weekend, from classical symphonies to lively film festivals and local history days. We’ve got the Torrevieja Symphony Orchestra’s tribute to Brahms, the soulful Habaneras for a sunset, the opening of the 23rd Alicante Film
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 5 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-5-may-2026/) - In today’s round-up, Riley covers Benijófar’s "free land" initiative for first-time buyers and Almoradí’s major waste management upgrade. We also look at the housing slump in Elche, a significant counterfeit bust by Torrevieja police, and a dramatic beach rescue in Denia. Catch up on all the latest local news in under five minutes. #Torrevieja #AlicanteNews
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 4th May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-4th-may-2026/) - In today’s update, Riley covers a heroic sea rescue by a local officer and the latest on Torrevieja's summer park and ride plans. We also look at a major court ruling over the city’s cleaning contract, a unique legal row at the town hall, and why your next trip to Santa Barbara Castle might involve
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 7th May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-7th-may-2026/) - Join Riley for today’s Torrevieja news round-up! 🎙️ We’re diving into the "extraordinary" surge in local student numbers as school registrations open, Mercadona’s big changes to home delivery services, and a billion-euro expansion plan for Alicante Airport. Plus, a fresh look for the historic Peret kiosk and Riley's love of ice cream, and a serious
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 6th May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-6th-may-2026/) - In today’s update, Riley covers the local political row over Torrevieja’s city services and a major crackdown on unlicensed taxis in Orihuela Costa. Plus, a dramatic helicopter rescue for a 90-year-old in Calpe, a licensing scandal involving airport car parks, and why Ryanair wants to limit your pre-flight pints. Stay informed with the latest news
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 11th May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-11th-may-2026/) - In tonight’s round-up, Riley covers the 8.5 million euro redevelopment of Los Locos beach and the lucky 600,000 euro lottery win in nearby Rojales. Plus a look back at a couple of stories which broke at the weekend, including the cancellation of the BIGSOUND music festival in Torrevieja this summer, due to poor ticket sales.We
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 8 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-8-may-2026/) - In today’s update, Riley covers the opening of registrations for the San Isidro Murals in Orihuela and the upcoming Mercadearte craft market. We also look at the massive logistical preparations for the 2026 Operation Crossing the Strait at Alicante port. On the crime front, the Guardia Civil has dismantled a sophisticated villa robbery gang and
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 13 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-13-may-2026/) - In today’s round-up, Riley covers Torrevieja’s record-breaking population growth and the latest on the town’s new Salt Industry museum. We also look at a new, budget-friendly bus link to Alicante Airport, the return of charity dog walks in Orihuela, and a dramatic citizen’s arrest in Alicante. Plus, the latest on a serious criminal investigation in
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 12 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-12-may-2026/) - In today’s update, Riley covers the "educational emergency" in Torrevieja as calls grow for new schools to replace temporary classrooms. We also look at a win for local wildlife at the fire station, a major drug bust in Alcoi, and two shocking incidents involving a violent hit-and-run on a police officer in Santa Pola and
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 14 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-14-may-2026/) - In today’s update, Riley covers the highly anticipated June opening of Torrevieja’s new 61 million euro Paseo del Mar leisure centre and the hundreds of jobs it's set to create. We also look at the "green tide" of teacher protests across Vega Baja, a dramatic helicopter rescue of an 83-year-old hiker, and the new permanent
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 15 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-15-may-2026/) - In today’s update for Friday, May 15, Riley covers the start of summer preparations on Torrevieja's beaches and the sudden closure of the local indoor pool. We also look at a major police crackdown on a burglary ring based in the city, an armed ram-raid chase on the AP-7, and a court ruling regarding animal
- [This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 20 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-wednesday-20-may-2026/) - Join Riley for tonight's Torrevieja evening news round-up. In local news, Torrevieja Council has issued an immediate pedestrian ban on the hazardous La Hoya bridge over the N-332 due to rising traffic and a total lack of pavements, with a 2.5 million euro replacement project delayed until 2027. Widening out across the Alicante province, Dénia
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 19 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-19-may-2026/) - In Tuesday's Torrevieja news - Torrevieja Bus Improvements, Butane Price Drops, and CV-95 Expansion Updates Join Riley-Via for Tuesday’s evening round-up from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. In tonight’s update, we look at the highly anticipated direct bus route connecting La Mata to the Torrevieja University Hospital, alongside a welcome price drop for standard
- [This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 26 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-tuesday-26-may-2026/) - Catch up on the latest local updates with Riley Via with This is Torrevieja News. In tonight's round-up, we look at the rising frustrations in the La Torreta III neighbourhood as residents mark seven years of unkept redevelopment promises. Meanwhile, electric scooter rentals have finally landed in Orihuela Costa five months behind schedule, just as
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 25 May 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-25-may-2026/) - In tonight's round-up for Monday 25 May 2026, Riley Via brings you the latest updates from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province, and Costa Blanca. We start with the exciting approval of a new €10.8 million Alzheimer day care centre in Sector 25, before looking into a €133,394 clerical error by Torrevieja Council that has
- [This is Torrevieja News - Friday 22nd May 2026 - Torrevieja’s AI Traffic Lights, Free Public Buses, and Regional Crime Updates | Torrevieja Evening News Round-Up](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-friday-22nd-may-2026-torreviejas-ai-traffic-lights-free-public-buses-and-regional-crime-updates-torrevieja-evening-news-round-up/) - In Friday's Torrevieja and Costa Blanca news update with Riley, we look at two major tech and community projects shaking up the local area. Torrevieja Council has unveiled an innovative 2 million euro AI-driven plan to support and school young migrants arriving in the city. Meanwhile, a pioneering 409,000 euro artificial intelligence traffic light system
- [This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 21 May 2026 - Torrevieja Chickens, Orihuela Costa Police Chase, and Water Levels Hit 11-Year High](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-thursday-21-may-2026-torrevieja-chickens-orihuela-costa-police-chase-and-water-levels-hit-11-year-high/) - In this evening's update with Riley, we bring you the latest news from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. We start with fantastic environmental news as reservoirs in the Segura River basin reach 60% capacity, marking the highest water levels seen since 2015. However, a political battle looms as proposed government updates threaten to cut
- [This is Torrevieja News Round-up: Multi-Million Euro Park Plans, New Low Emission Zone, and Major Costa Blanca Property Scam Exposed](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-round-up-multi-million-euro-park-plans-new-low-emission-zone-and-major-costa-blanca-property-scam-exposed/) - Join Riley for today's local Torrevieja news update for Monday, 18 May 2026. In this episode, we look at the exciting 10,3 million euro green light for Torrevieja’s future Alto de la Casilla urban park and the fast-tracked implementation of the town's new Low Emission Zone. We also celebrate the reopening of the storm-damaged Cabo
- [This is Torrevieja News - Monday 27 April 2026](https://thisistorrevieja.com/episode/this-is-torrevieja-news-monday-27-april-2026/) - Join Riley for your Tuesday evening Torrevieja round-up! 🌅 Today we’re talking about "smart" pedestrian plans for the town centre, a massive new housing project near the hospital, and upcoming improvements to our favourite beaches. We also look at the high-tech crackdown on exam cheaters in Alicante and the new "25-minute rule" affecting your next

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- [ram-raid gang](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/ram-raid-gang/)
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- [Spain census](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/spain-census/)
- [Neo](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/neo/)
- [baby names trends](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/baby-names-trends/)
- [The Matrix](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/the-matrix/)
- [LGTBI](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/lgtbi/)
- [ORIENTA](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/orienta/)
- [cannabis club](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cannabis-club/)
- [Alcoy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/alcoy/)
- [burglary gang](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/burglary-gang/)
- [British expat](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/british-expat/)
- [family appeal](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/family-appeal/)
- [found safe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/found-safe/)
- [awning scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/awning-scam/)
- [Xixona](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/xixona/)
- [counterterrorism](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/counterterrorism/)
- [Serra Gelada](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/serra-gelada/)
- [budget](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/budget/)
- [Toni Pérez](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/toni-perez/)
- [finance](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/finance/)
- [EVAU](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/evau/)
- [university entrance exams](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/university-entrance-exams/)
- [insurance broker](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/insurance-broker/)
- [forgery](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/forgery/)
- [defibrillators](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/defibrillators/)
- [medical emergency](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/medical-emergency/)
- [subsidies](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/subsidies/)
- [Menjar a Casa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/menjar-a-casa/)
- [elderly nutrition](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/elderly-nutrition/)
- [San Antón](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/san-anton/)
- [Sexual Assault Trial](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/sexual-assault-trial/)
- [Crevillente](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/crevillente/)
- [choral concert](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/choral-concert/)
- [fire safety](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/fire-safety/)
- [urban planning violation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/urban-planning-violation/)
- [restaurant terrace](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/restaurant-terrace/)
- [public space encroachment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/public-space-encroachment/)
- [anti-terrorist operation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/anti-terrorist-operation/)
- [Social Services](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/social-services/)
- [Regional Funding](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/regional-funding/)
- [Generalitat Budgets](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/generalitat-budgets/)
- [Les Naus](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/les-naus/)
- [housing investigation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/housing-investigation/)
- [Fogueres](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/fogueres/)
- [Pope Leo XIV](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/pope-leo-xiv/)
- [Corpus Christi](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/corpus-christi/)
- [Church of El Salvador](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/church-of-el-salvador/)
- [Mayordomía de Santa María](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/mayordomia-de-santa-maria/)
- [BOE](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/boe/)
- [Spain news](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/spain-news/)
- [Marlboro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/marlboro/)
- [tobacco brands](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/tobacco-brands/)
- [VTC](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/vtc/)
- [taxi](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/taxi/)
- [Consell](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/consell/)
- [decree](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/decree/)
- [accidental death](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/accidental-death/)
- [lift failure](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/lift-failure/)
- [Marina Alta](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/marina-alta/)
- [Javea](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/javea/)
- [flood prevention](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/flood-prevention/)
- [sewage system](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/sewage-system/)
- [wastewater](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/wastewater/)
- [EPSAR](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/epsar/)
- [flooding](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/flooding/)
- [property scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/property-scam/)
- [Gravity Wave](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/gravity-wave/)
- [marine pollution](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/marine-pollution/)
- [environmental cleanup](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/environmental-cleanup/)
- [underwater archaeology](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/underwater-archaeology/)
- [Torrevieja University Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/torrevieja-university-hospital/)
- [modular construction](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/modular-construction/)
- [healthcare expansion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/healthcare-expansion/)
- [ABC Arquitectura Modular SL](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/abc-arquitectura-modular-sl/)
- [fertility treatment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/fertility-treatment/)
- [birth rates](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/birth-rates/)
- [immigration network](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/immigration-network/)
- [taxi boats](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/taxi-boats/)
- [heatwave](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/heatwave/)
- [summer weather](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/summer-weather/)
- [weather warning](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/weather-warning/)
- [flight luggage](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/flight-luggage/)
- [Facua](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/facua/)
- [easyJet](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/easyjet/)
- [consumer rights](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/consumer-rights/)
- [tender](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/tender/)
- [museums](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/museums/)
- [urban regeneration](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/urban-regeneration/)
- [San Anton](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/san-anton-2/)
- [PIMESA](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/pimesa/)
- [Canine Service](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/canine-service/)
- [awards](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/awards/)
- [Dénia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/denia/)
- [Dénia Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/denia-hospital/)
- [healthcare investment](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/healthcare-investment/)
- [SAMU base](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/samu-base/)
- [vaping](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/vaping/)
- [smoking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/smoking/)
- [lorry accident](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/lorry-accident/)
- [CV-91](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cv-91/)
- [Vega Baja University Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/vega-baja-university-hospital/)
- [construction costs](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/construction-costs/)
- [affordable housing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/affordable-housing/)
- [Vive Plan](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/vive-plan/)
- [property development](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/property-development/)
- [Investigation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/investigation/)
- [Ferrari](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/ferrari/)
- [counterfeit](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/counterfeit/)
- [prevention](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/prevention/)
- [community](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/community/)
- [Segura](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/segura/)
- [council](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/council/)
- [corruption](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/corruption/)
- [transparency](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/transparency/)
- [retirement](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/retirement/)
- [shortage](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/shortage/)
- [neighbourhood](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/neighbourhood/)
- [Pride](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/pride/)
- [Equality](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/equality/)
- [Diversity](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/diversity/)
- [Celebration](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/celebration/)
- [LGTBIQ+](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/lgtbiq/)
- [flowers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/flowers/)
- [agriculture](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/agriculture/)
- [marigolds](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/marigolds/)
- [WhatsApp](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/whatsapp/)
- [scam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/scam/)
- [smuggling](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/smuggling/)
- [Alicina](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/alicina/)
- [raids](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/raids/)
- [trafficking](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/trafficking/)
- [opening](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/opening/)
- [leisure](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/leisure/)
- [English](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/english/)
- [training](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/training/)
- [course](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/course/)
- [Residents](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/residents/)
- [waste](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/waste/)
- [cleaning](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cleaning/)
- [donor](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/donor/)
- [transplant](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/transplant/)
- [accident](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/accident/)
- [Costa](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/costa/)
- [fatality](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/fatality/)
- [zenia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/zenia/)
- [la](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/la/)
- [international](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/international/)
- [tourists](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/tourists/)
- [security](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/security/)
- [surfers](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/surfers/)
- [swimmer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/swimmer/)
- [Operation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/operation/)
- [raid](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/raid/)
- [hotel](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/hotel/)
- [seaweed](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/seaweed/)
- [Roundabout](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/roundabout/)
- [AI](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/ai/)
- [Smart](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/smart/)
- [Chase](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/chase/)
- [cornea](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cornea/)
- [donation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/donation/)
- [Scribe](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/scribe/)
- [Digital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/digital/)
- [Telpark](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/telpark/)
- [penalty](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/penalty/)
- [Custody](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/custody/)
- [theft](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/theft/)
- [prison](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/prison/)
- [sex](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/sex/)
- [Denia](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/denia-2/)
- [body](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/body/)
- [fugitive](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/fugitive/)
- [Pantin](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/pantin/)
- [stabbing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/stabbing/)
- [jewellery](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/jewellery/)
- [collapse](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/collapse/)
- [Bus](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/bus/)
- [offices](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/offices/)
- [bones](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/bones/)
- [family](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/family/)
- [shooting](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/shooting/)
- [weapons](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/weapons/)
- [arrests](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/arrests/)
- [exchange](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/exchange/)
- [Jupol](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/jupol/)
- [Extortion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/extortion/)
- [university](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/university/)
- [accessibility](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/accessibility/)
- [flags](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/flags/)
- [safety](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/safety/)
- [inclusion](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/inclusion/)
- [Land](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/land/)
- [Auction](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/auction/)
- [Coast](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/coast/)
- [Mata](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/mata/)
- [compensation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/compensation/)
- [injury](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/injury/)
- [walkway](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/walkway/)
- [Dredging](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/dredging/)
- [Deportation](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/deportation/)
- [cat](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cat/)
- [killer](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/killer/)
- [Vehicles](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/vehicles/)
- [Leasing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/leasing/)
- [pilar](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/pilar/)
- [de](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/de/)
- [horadada](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/horadada/)
- [Drone](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/drone/)
- [Missing](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/missing/)
- [Ryanair](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/ryanair/)
- [Flights](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/flights/)
- [Delivery](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/delivery/)
- [Glucose](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/glucose/)
- [maritime](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/maritime/)
- [yacht](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/yacht/)
- [los](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/los/)
- [lemons](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/lemons/)
- [Matanza](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/matanza/)
- [drowning](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/drowning/)
- [hero](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/hero/)
- [boy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/boy/)
- [shelter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/shelter/)
- [construction](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/construction/)
- [cameras](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cameras/)
- [interest](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/interest/)
- [payments](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/payments/)
- [tournament](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/tournament/)
- [volleyball](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/volleyball/)
- [graffiti](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/graffiti/)
- [vandalism](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/vandalism/)
- [Campello](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/campello/)
- [promenade](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/promenade/)
- [development](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/development/)
- [Cup](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/cup/)
- [Controversy](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/controversy/)
- [Exam](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/exam/)
- [estate](https://thisistorrevieja.com/tag/estate/)

## Listing Directory

- [General](https://thisistorrevieja.com/atbdp_listing_types/general/)

## Listing Categories

- [Cultural Centres](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/cultural-centres/) - Cultural centres, theatres, museums, exhibition halls, around Torrevieja.
- [Medical Centres](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/medical-centres/) - Hospitals and medical centres around Torrevieja.
- [Monuments](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/monuments/) - Monuments and statues around Torrevieja.
- [Museums](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/museums/) - Museums in Torrevieja.
- [Beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/beaches/) - Beaches in Torrevieja.
- [Commercial Centres](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/commercial-centres/) - Commercial centres, or shopping centres, where you can buy a wide range of goods.
- [Other Places of Interest](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/other-places-of-interest/) - Other places to go and things to see that don’t fit in the main categories.
- [Parks and Gardens](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/parks-and-gardens/) - Parks and gardens around Torrevieja.
- [Fun Parks](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/fun-parks/) - Theme parks, playgounds, water parks, fun fairs, they all come under fun parks in Torrevieja.
- [Churches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/churches/) - Churches in Torrevieja.
- [Official Facilities](https://thisistorrevieja.com/places/official-facilities/) - Official facilities connected to the town hall and other adminstrative bodies.

## Listing Locations

- [Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-location/torrevieja/) - Listings in Torrevieja.

## Listing Tags

- [Museum](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/museum/)
- [Harbour](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/harbour/)
- [Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/torrevieja/)
- [Boat](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/boat/)
- [Boats](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/boats/)
- [Monument](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/monument/)
- [Statue](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/statue/)
- [Music](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/music/)
- [Musicians](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/musicians/)
- [Beach](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/beach/)
- [Beaches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/beaches/)
- [Cultural Centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/cultural-centre/)
- [Concert Venue](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/concert-venue/)
- [Shopping](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/shopping/)
- [Shopping Centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/shopping-centre/)
- [Shop](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/shop/)
- [Square](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/square/)
- [Plaza](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/plaza/)
- [Park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/park/)
- [Garden](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/garden/)
- [Tower](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/tower/)
- [Church](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/church/)
- [Churches](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/churches/)
- [Water Park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/water-park/)
- [Animal](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/animal/)
- [Animals](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/animals/)
- [Pet](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/pet/)
- [Pets](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/pets/)
- [Shelter](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/shelter/)
- [Torrevieja International Auditorium](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/torrevieja-international-auditorium/)
- [Auditorium](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/auditorium/)
- [Concerts](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/concerts/)
- [Concert](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/concert/)
- [Venue](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/venue/)
- [Culture](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/culture/)
- [Palacio de la Musica](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/palacio-de-la-musica/)
- [Theatre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/theatre/)
- [Teatro](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/teatro/)
- [Teatro Municipal](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/teatro-municipal/)
- [Municipal Theatre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/municipal-theatre/)
- [Convert Venue](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/convert-venue/)
- [Centro Cultural Virgen Del Carmen](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/centro-cultural-virgen-del-carmen/)
- [Virgen del Carmen](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/virgen-del-carmen/)
- [Exhibitions](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/exhibitions/)
- [Parque Aromatico de Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/parque-aromatico-de-torrevieja/)
- [Aromatic Park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/aromatic-park/)
- [Nature](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/nature/)
- [Parque del Molina del Agua](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/parque-del-molina-del-agua/)
- [Molina del Agua](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/molina-del-agua/)
- [Parque](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/parque/)
- [Water Mill](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/water-mill/)
- [La Mata](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/la-mata/)
- [La Mata Natural Park Visitor´s Centre](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/la-mata-natural-park-visitors-centre/)
- [Natural Park](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/natural-park/)
- [Park Parque](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/park-parque/)
- [Quirónsalud Torrevieja](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/quironsalud-torrevieja/)
- [Quironsalud](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/quironsalud/)
- [Quiron](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/quiron/)
- [Health](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/health/)
- [Hospital](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/hospital/)
- [Healthcare](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/healthcare/)
- [International Healthcare](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/international-healthcare/)
- [Torrevieja Swimming Pool](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/torrevieja-swimming-pool/)
- [Outdoor Swimming Pool](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/outdoor-swimming-pool/)
- [Swimming Pool](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/swimming-pool/)
- [Swimming](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/swimming/)
- [Sports City](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/sports-city/)
- [Pool](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/pool/)
- [Pump Track](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/pump-track/)
- [La Siesta](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/la-siesta/)
- [Torrevieja Pump Track](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/torrevieja-pump-track/)
- [Pump Truck](https://thisistorrevieja.com/single-tag/pump-truck/)

## Podcast Show

- [This is Torrevieja News](https://thisistorrevieja.com/podcast-show/this-is-torrevieja-news/) - 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.

## Categories

- [What´s On](https://thisistorrevieja.com/podcast-category/whats-on/)
- [Radio News](https://thisistorrevieja.com/podcast-category/radio-news/)