MURCIA NEWS

The legend of Tomir in Caravaca de la CruzA sleeping giant protects the city of Caravaca against invaders! The legend of the giant Tomir was first recounted by chronicler Manuel Guerrero Torres and tells the story of a colossus who, after the fall of the Titans, sought refuge in the land around.. 01/09/2026

Self-employed in Murcia could claim up to €10,000 for hiring staffThe Region of Murcia has launched a new grant scheme to help autónomos take on permanent staff Starting a business is never easy, especially if you're beginning from scratch, don't have much experience, or are only growing gradually.. 31/08/2026

Showers early on before a dry, sunny finish: Murcia weather forecast August 31-September 3Rain and possible thunderstorms are still on the cards early in the week before skies brighten up across the Region of Murcia Weather outlook on Tuesday morning, September 1   It's been an up and down few days weather-wise across the.. 31/08/2026

Fifth migrant boat in two weeks intercepted off Murcian coastSeven Algerian migrants were intercepted after their boat was spotted near Águilas Another migrant boat was intercepted off the Region of Murcia's coast this Sunday August 30, after the Guardia Civil spotted the vessel near Cabo Cope in.. 31/08/2026

Massive expansion plan approved with thousands more homes at Hacienda del ÁlamoThe second phase of Hacienda del Álamo's expansion could bring 3,000 new homes to the resort Fuente Álamo looks set for its biggest building boom in decades, with plans now in motion for a huge expansion of the Hacienda del Á.. 31/08/2026

Health insurance costs in Spain jump 67% since the pandemicLonger waiting lists have pushed more people in Spain towards private healthcare Health insurance in Spain has become considerably more expensive since the pandemic, with premiums rising by 67.6% between July 2020 and July 2026, according to figures.. 31/08/2026

Diesel drops in price this week thanks to Spanish fuel discountThe diesel discount will increase to 20 cents per litre across Spain from Tuesday September 1 The government's fuel discount for diesel is set to rise to 20 cents per litre from this Tuesday September 1, well above the 5 cents originally planned.. 31/08/2026

More than 262,000 hectares burned by wildfires across Spain this yearSpain has recorded 43 major forest fires this year, while a change in the weather could bring some relief to fire-hit areas this weekend Spain has seen more than 262,000 hectares of land affected by wildfires since the start of the year, according.. 28/08/2026

Cartagena beaches closed after sea suddenly retreats from La Manga coastlineSwimming has been banned from La Manga to El Portús as Civil Protection monitors an unusual change in sea level The sea has suddenly pulled back by several metres along parts of the Mediterranean coastline in La Manga, prompting Cartagena City.. 28/08/2026

Murcia beer named best in its class at World Beer AwardsThe Murcia-brewed lager was created to mark the company's 60th anniversary A beer brewed in Murcia has been named the best in the world in its category, after Estrella de Levante's Reserva 60 picked up the title of best Dortmunder-style beer.. 28/08/2026

House prices are up 22% in Murcia, but most buyers aren't borrowingMore than half of homes bought in the Region were paid for without a mortgage despite the rising prices Buying a home in the Region of Murcia is becoming more expensive every week, it seems, but surprisingly new data shows that most people buying.. 28/08/2026

TKO Mystery Voice competition winner celebrates with €500 prizeAfter more than three months of clues and guesses, one TKO Radio listener finally walked away with the €500 prize After more than three months of guessing, the mystery voice on TKO Radio has finally been revealed, and Louise Denneny is the.. 28/08/2026

Rapid response from firefighters stops Bullas blaze reaching homesAcross Spain, more than 262,000 hectares have been burned by wildfires so far this year Quick action from emergency crews has stopped an agricultural fire that broke out on Thursday afternoon near Castellar Castle in the El Llano de Bullas area, Bullas.. 28/08/2026

Navy submarines Isaac Peral and Narciso Monturiol sail together in Cartagena for the first timeThe two S-80 submarines were spotted training side by side between Escombreras Island and Cabo Tiñoso The Spanish Navy's first two S-80 class submarines, the Isaac Peral and the Narciso Monturiol, made history this Thursday August 27 when.. 28/08/2026

Dreaded mud rain to hit three regions of southern Spain this FridayA mix of rain and Saharan dust could leave cars and patios covered in a reddish mess Spain is ending August with what meteorologist Evelio Gómez describes as a very changeable and unpredictable weather situation. Several regions were hit by.. 28/08/2026

Mazarrón residents demand action over floating parties damaging the coastLocals and environmental groups say a lack of surveillance is putting the protected Posidonia meadows at risk What's normally one of the most peaceful spots on the Region of Murcia's coastline is now causing real concern among residents and.. 27/08/2026

Four Murcia beaches closed to swimmers as sea conditions turn treacherous on August 27San Javier, Los Alcázares and San Pedro del Pinatar are the only municipalities with green flags across the board Sea conditions have taken a turn for the worse across the Region of Murcia compared with yesterday, with the Copla Plan lifeguard.. 27/08/2026

Los Alcázares prepares for autumn rains with major works on key flood defence plannedThe four-kilometre D7 channel intercepts rainwater runoff before it reaches Los Alcázares and carries it towards the Rambla del Albujón When heavy rain arrives, water can build up quickly around the Mar Menor, putting roads, fields.. 27/08/2026

Murcia's tropical nights are becoming the new summer normalThe Region could be heading towards 'hellish nights' as minimum temperatures continue to rise For many people living in the Region of Murcia, summer nights have always meant opening the windows, sitting outside for a while and enjoying.. 27/08/2026

Mortgages in Spain are getting harder to secure as house prices continue to soarBanks are still lending more, but buyers are being asked to find bigger deposits as the average mortgage reaches a record €176,453 Anyone hoping to buy a home in Spain may have noticed that getting a mortgage is becoming a rather different proposition.. 27/08/2026