MURCIA NEWS

From prison walls to the fairways of Mar Menor Golf: The long road back through musicAllan McCarthy opens up about recovery, second chances and how Murcia prison became the unlikely place where he formed his band Berlin90 Allan McCarthy's story is often told through extraordinary headlines about drugs, prison, a jailhouse.. 01/06/2026

Cartagena celebrates opening of Isaac Peral House Museum on inventor's 175th birthdayThe museum forms part of the city’s ‘City of Submarines’ initiative alongside future naval heritage projects in Cartagena Isaac Peral’s birthplace in Cartagena has officially opened to the public after more than five years.. 01/06/2026

Summer arrives in Murcia: Weather forecast June 1-4The Region of Murcia steps into meteorological summer with clear skies, hot temperatures and virtually no rain Murcia weather forecast, Tuesday June 2   June 1 marks the start of meteorological summer and, true to form, the Region of.. 01/06/2026

British tourist dies after sea rescue operation in FuerteventuraEmergency services were called after two swimmers got into difficulty at Playa del Águila A British tourist has died after being pulled from the sea during a rescue operation at Playa del Águila, also known locally as Playa de La.. 01/06/2026

Murcia's beaches fall short on accessibility for people with reduced mobilityOnly 17 of 74 beaches assessed offer full independent access, leaving thousands unable to enjoy the sea on equal terms For thousands of people with reduced mobility in the Region of Murcia, getting to the beach means dragging themselves across scorching.. 01/06/2026

Vet and owner investigated in Murcia over alleged mutilation of fighting roostersAround 20 fighting roosters were found in Cieza with their combs cruelly removed The Guardia Civil is investigating two people in Cieza following an animal welfare investigation involving a group of fighting roosters that had their combs removed. &.. 01/06/2026

The Ola Azul open-air swimming pool in Los Alcázares opens on June 1The pool is a popular spot to spend a relaxing summer’s day in Los Alcázares With May now over, the summer is beginning to heat up along the shore of the Mar Menor and good news for those in and around Los Alcázares is that the iconic.. 01/06/2026

Cartagena Port gains ground despite global uncertaintyDespite all the noise in global trade, Cartagena continues to perform well compared to other Spanish ports, with increases in cargo volumes and exports At the end of the first four months of 2026, activity at the Port of has continued to hold its.. 29/05/2026

Generous golf club fundraiser pays for surgery for 12-year-old rescue dog at PAPS shelter, MurciaSandy Clare of El Valle Golf Club raised €500 for PAPS, covering the cost of elbow surgery for long-term resident Greta There's a heartwarming story coming out of El Valle Golf Club this week after former club treasurer Sandy Clare raised.. 29/05/2026

Spanish morning show mistakes Irish comedy sketch for genuine sunburn competitionAnyone who has spent a summer in Spain will understand exactly why Spanish television thought the sketch might actually be real Ireland is experiencing a heatwave at the moment, and in between articles about how the country is somehow hotter than.. 29/05/2026

Águilas instals awnings along the seafront Blue TrailRespite from the summer sun for those walking along the Águilas coastline this summer The Town Hall of Águilas has completed work to install awnings at two points located along the “12.000 Pasos Tres Bahías” Blue Trail.. 29/05/2026

Foreign workers in Murcia earn €8,500 less than Spanish employeesOne in six workers in the Region of Murcia is now foreign, according to Social Security figures Foreign workers in the Region of Murcia are earning an average of €8,500 less per year than their Spanish counterparts, according to newly released.. 29/05/2026

San Javier unveils new green area designed to help prevent floodingThe Vereda del Vinco project combines flood protection with accessible green spaces and play areas San Javier has just completed a new €550,000 flood prevention project designed to help manage heavy rainfall and reduce flooding in one of the.. 28/05/2026

Rescued loggerhead turtle heads back into the sea at CalblanqueThe first adult loggerhead turtle of the year treated at the El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre was returned to the Mediterranean The adult female turtle was spotted swimming at the surface near the La Azohía tuna trap fishery. Staff raised.. 28/05/2026

Re-wilding completed on the path up to the Pico del Aguilica in ÁguilasA charming walk with an immensely rewarding view over the beaches and town centre of Águilas A project has just been completed by the Town Hall of Águilas concerning the re-wilding of the path leading up to the Pico del Aguilica, a charming.. 28/05/2026

What do Real Madrid do after the season ends? Hint: it's in a small Murcia town!Alhama de Murcia will host the Real Madrid Foundation's summer camp for the first time The Real Madrid Foundation will officially bring its summer camp to Alhama de Murcia for the first time. The summer camp will run from June 29 to July 3.. 28/05/2026

Calima and temperatures up to 37 degrees: Murcia weekend weather forecast May 28-31Be sure to keep that suncream to hand – you’re going to need it every day from now on! To close out the month of May in style, there will be torrid night-time temperatures this weekend for the Region of Murcia, along with soaring temps.. 28/05/2026

Caring for elderly relatives in Spain could unlock extra financial supportFrom monthly payments to pension protection and home adaptation grants, carers may be entitled to more help than they realise Looking after an elderly or dependent family member can place huge emotional and financial pressure on families, especially when.. 28/05/2026

New sports facilities on the beaches of ÁguilasBetter equipment and infrastructures could lead to more Águilas beach sports tournaments The local Town Hall has completed a project to improve the sports equipment on beaches in Águilas, encouraging healthy activities among both residents.. 28/05/2026

Muslim community in Murcia forced to pray in car park again after sports centre banThe Jumilla Islamic community described the situation as “shameful and humiliating” after being barred from using municipal sports facilities Hundreds of Muslims living in Jumilla were once again forced to celebrate one of the most important.. 28/05/2026