SOUTH WEST MURCIA

New excavation on the Isla del Fraile site in Águilas reveals historic secretsThe ancient archaeological site, located in the municipality of Águilas (Murcia), dates back to the fifth century The second excavation campaign at the isla del Fraile archaeological site in the municipality of Águilas has revealed that.. 17/09/2021

Universo MUHER in the Palacio Guevara Lorca until September 26The striking colours of these large-scale works are popular with interior designers as well as collectors Artists Manuel Herrera and Francisca Muñoz have never been afraid to tackle large-scale projects and their work is to be found in not.. 17/09/2021

Covid vaccines available for over 12s in Aguilas: September 17No appointment is needed for Murcia residents who want to be vaccinated in Águilas A mass vaccination campaign has been scheduled for Friday September 17 in the municipality of Águilas, with the hope of reaching the last few unvaccinated.. 16/09/2021

Aguilas reduces Real Estate Tax for residentsThe 2% reduction will come into effect for Águilas residents (Region of Murcia) in 2022 The head of the Hacienda (Treasury) department in the municipality of Águilas, José Manuel Gálvez, has announced a reduction in the.. 16/09/2021

Night vision drone monitors flooding of Totana reservoirA breach in the reservoir in the Murcia municipality caused it to overflow A park and local premises had to be evacuated in the south-eastern municipality of Totana on Wednesday night September 15 after a reservoir on Calle Rosa overflowed. &.. 16/09/2021

Family entertainment and music return to Fuente Alamo auditoriumThe open-air auditorium is located on the main ringroad around the municipality The Fuente Álamo open-air auditorium has announced the resumption of open-air activities during the remainder of September and early part of October, with.. 16/09/2021

Mass vaccination against meningitis in Alhama de Murcia: September 23Teens and young people born between 2001 and 2007 are eligible for a booster jab in the municipality of Alhama de Murcia A mass vaccination campaign against meningitis has been organized for Thursday September 23 in the municipality of Alhama de Murcia.. 15/09/2021

Coastal Clean-up Day in Aguilas: September 18Locals and visitors in the municipality of Águilas (Murcia) can help to keep the Rambla Elena beach clean this weekend The Town Hall in Águilas has joined the ‘LIBERA, unidos contra la basuraleza’ initiative and have organized.. 15/09/2021

Enrolment opens for Universidad Popular in Mazarron on September 20The courses include Spanish classes for native English speakers The Universidad Popular in Mazarrón offers a wide range of courses for the 2021-2022 season, with a mixture of courses aimed at both adult and teenage audiences. All of.. 15/09/2021

Lorca council clears ramblas ahead of rainy seasonCanes grow abundantly in waterways and can cause blockages as debris is carried down the ramblas during major weather events Although Aemet is not expecting any more significant weather events in the Murcia region during September, the autumn normally.. 15/09/2021

Adapted surfing day for the disabled in Mazarron big successDisability is not a barrier to enjoyment in Mazarrón and this weekend a second session is scheduled Last weekend the first of two sessions of Surf and Paddle Surf Stand Up for those with disabilities was held on the Playa de la Reya in Puerto.. 14/09/2021

Alhama de Murcia library opening timesThe municipal library in Alhama de Murcia is returning to its usual opening hours after the summer From Monday September 13, the municipal library in Alhama de Murcia is returning to its usual autumn/winter opening hours.   The library.. 13/09/2021

Fifth annual Flamenco Week in Alhama de Murcia: September 19 to 25Guests can pick up their free tickets at the Archaeological Museum in Alhama de Murcia The municipality of Alhama de Murcia is hosting the fifth annual Flamenco Week from September 19 to 25, with a selection of both national and international musicians.. 13/09/2021

Work underway to restore two more snow wells in the Sierra EspuñaThe “pozos de nieve” supplied ice to the cities and towns of the region prior to the invention of the fridge! Wells number 11 and 13 are being restored with a budget of 322,000 euros financed almost entirely by EU funds Nowadays we.. 13/09/2021

Fiestas de Los Dolores in Alhama de Murcia: September 15 to 19Residents and tourists alike can enjoy concerts, fireworks and comedy acts in the Alhama de Murcia municipality After last year’s festivities were cancelled due to Covid, Alhama de Murcia has released this year’s programme for the Fiestas.. 09/09/2021

Glorious cycle of life in Lorca as biowaste makes growing up a greener experienceBiowaste collected from within the municipality is now being used to improve the surroundings for schoolchildren as Lorca embraces the cycle of life The surroundings of the IES San Juan Bosco de Lorca school are being improved and beautified this.. 09/09/2021

Paraglider pilot injured in Alhama de MurciaThe Sierra de la Muela is a popular flying hill amongst paragliding enthusiasts A 44-year-old paraglider was injured on Wednesday afternoon after suffering a fall in the Sierra de la Muela, in Alhama de Murcia. This hill is extremely popular.. 09/09/2021

Telecable offer secure mobile and landline phones, television and internet access in Alicante and MurciaWith offices throughout the Alicante province and covering Mazarrón and Los Alcázares, quality, speed and English language service offer peace of mind Telecable Fibra S.L. have been operating for nearly 30 years in the Alicante province and..

Naked man arrested after running amok in Alhama de MurciaThe man stole a moped before hitting several vehicles and a pram The only predictable factor about being a police officer is its unpredictability and that was certainly the case on Sunday when Alhama de Murcia local police officers had to arrest.. 07/09/2021

Open war at Percheles beach between Mazarron town hall and private landownerThe Public Prosecution Service has admitted a complaint from the town hall Although Percheles beach is one of the most attractive and calmest beach locations in all of the Murcia region, it has become a simmering focal point for disagreement between.. 07/09/2021