The Latest News from Torrevieja and the Costa Blanca
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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.
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 with a spectacular 150-drone light show, though surrounding municipal roadworks remain significantly behind schedule.
Torrevieja Council progresses the 1.98 million euro redevelopment of the Casa Grande industrial estate, promised before the last elections, with five companies competing for the phase one upgrades. Meanwhile, public transport (not in Torrevieja) gets a major boost with new buses running every 35 minutes from Orihuela to the coast, alongside 17 daily trips to Alicante.
On a more serious note, the Guardia Civil dismantles a violent ”loving hug” robbery gang targeting vulnerable elderly residents across Alicante and neighbouring regions. In Elche, a wave of opportunistic thefts disrupts local schools and businesses, resulting in two arrests. Finally, we share details from a dramatic Alicante courtroom where a jury is deliberating a horrific homicide and body dismemberment trial.
Plus, on a lighter note, Valencia prepares for a massive influx of global visitors as it hosts the Gay Games.
For the latest local updates, community lifestyle features, and breaking news, visit thisistorrevieja.com. Don't forget to follow and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform so you never miss a daily bulletin!

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Stay informed with the N332 Road Safety Group’s official N332 Travel Updates podcast, bringing you the latest travel news across Spain, the UK, and Europe. Each episode covers flight, rail, and ferry disruptions, driving-related weather forecasts, road traffic projections, and anticipated delays.
Hear about traffic police campaigns, safety advice, and general travel updates to help you plan ahead.
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Hey everyone, Riley here! In this update, I am breaking down what you need to know for travel across Spain as the summer coastal exodus officially kicks off this weekend.
We are looking at significant flight delays impacting UK-Spain routes on Saturday, June 13th, thanks to taxiway maintenance and the King's Birthday Fly Past at London Heathrow, alongside busy airspace restrictions over Madrid, Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca.
On the roads, the DGT is forecasting heavy traffic waves out of Madrid and along the Mediterranean corridor—with extra congestion around Barcelona for the Formula 1.
I also cover the June weekend police focus on motorbikes, and a late-day thunderstorm risk for drivers in northwestern Spain.
Plus, an essential reminder on why you must use your V-16 emergency beacon instead of warning triangles if you break down!
Before you load up the car or head to the airport, get the full lowdown to keep your journey smooth.
To find more detailed road safety advice and traffic updates, head over to N332.es. And for more updates, music, and projects from me, come say hi at RileyVia.com. Safe travels!

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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.
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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.
